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Haiti Carnaval 2015: Thousands Attend Funeral for 17 Who Died After Stampede

On Saturday thousands of people made their way into Haiti's main public park in to show their respects to the 17 victims who recently died in an accident that involved a carnival float.

Colombia Courts Uphold Same Sex Adoption Ruling: Gay Couples Can Only Adopt When One Parent 'Biologically Related' to Children

Same sex adoption in Colombia will remain the same since last year's ruling, in which it was decided that at least one of the parents must be biologically related to the child in question. However, the Colombian legislature can pass a law to change this.

At Least 89 Boys Abducted From Their Homes, Schools in South Sudan

UNICEF reported at least 89 boys were kidnapped by an armed group in South Sudan on Saturday. UNICEF reported at least 89 boys were kidnapped by an armed group in South Sudan on Saturday.

Measles Outbreak News 2015: Measles Cases on Rise in U.S., Mexico and Canada

Mexico, Canada and at least eight U.S. states have become the battleground for the measles outbreak as the number of confirmed cases has risen to 149.

Three Female Teenagers from London Missing, Believed to be Heading to Syria to Join ISIS

British police are seeking the public's help in searching for the three girls from London who are believed to be heading to Syria to join ISIS

Balam Ajpu: Guatemalan Group Preserve Mayan Language, Culture Through Rap Music

Attempting to make the ancient stories relevant to kids, a hip hop group employs the ancient Mayan Tz'utujil language in their songs.

5,000 Workers at General Motors Plant in Brazil Strike In Response to Company's Layoff Plan

GM was caught by surprise from the workers at the Sao Jose dos Campos plant Thousands of workers at a General Motors factory in Brazil went on strike Friday in protest of the planned furlough and the firing of close to 800 staff members.

Boko Haram News: 34 Killed in Latest Attacks by Militant Group

In a series of attacks in Nigeria and Chad, Boko Haram has killed 34 people or more. Boko Haram militant fighters killed at least 34 and injured several others in a series of attacks on villages near Chibok and Konduga in Nigeria's northeastern Borno state earlier this week, according to residents and local officials.

Oscars 2015: A Look at Biggest Latino Oscar Winners of the Past

Since the 2015 Oscars are being being justifiably attacked as the whitest in years, with the only nominated men of color being the Mexican director Alejandro G. Iñárritu for Birdman, it is perhaps time to take a look at some of the Latino actors that were nominated and some years even won an academy award for their efforts.

Dubai Skyscraper Fire: The Torch, One of the World's Tallest Skyscrapers, Is Engulfed in Flames; Five Buildings Evacuated

An early morning fire damaged one of the tallest residential skyscrapers in the world in Dubai. An early morning fire damaged one of the tallest residential skyscrapers in the world.

U.S. Announces Counterattack Against ISIS in Mosul That Will Involve At Least 20,000 Troops

U.S. Central Command announced a new plan to retake the Iraqi city of Mosul held by ISIS. The strike will be led by Iraqi troops and will happen before the summer.

Venezuela President Nicolas Maduro Accuses US of Supporting Failed Coup Attempt After Caracas Mayor Antonio Ledezma's Arrest

Venezuela President Nicolas Maduro has accused the United States of supporting coup attempts against his government, and the U.S. has fired back to dismiss the allegations.

The 43 Are Not Ashes: Protesters Use Ash Wednesday to Bring Attention to Missing Ayotzinapa Students [Pics]

This Ash Wednesday, thousands of Mexicans demanding justice for the 43 students from a teachers in Iguala who disappeared last September, took their protest to the world of social media.

SABOR: Puerto Rican-Born Chef José Mendín Talks Role as 'Pork Ambassador' at Goya Foods' 'Swine and Wine' Event

The Puerto Rican-born chef, who's been voted Best Chef in Miami 2014, knows how to get to the "Pubbelly" of the beast and will share his skills at Goya Foods' 'Swine and Wine' event presented by the National Pork Board and held at the 2015 Food Network & Cooking Channel South Beach Wine & Food Festival, which is presented by FOOD & WINE.

Cuba News 2015: Communist Country Reduces Cost of Internet Access, But Many Cuban's Don't Know About It

In Cuba, Internet access is expensive and residents have to go outside of their homes to get it because it is illegal in most homes. Now, the country has temporarily cut the costs of Internet access at state-run Internet cafes.

Video Allegedly Shows Caracas, Venezuela Mayor Antonio Ledezma Arrested 'Like a Dog' for Trying to Overthrow President Nicolas Maduro [Watch]

Antonio Ledezma, opposition mayor of Caracas, Venezuela, was arrested by the Venezuelan government Thursday night on charges of participating in the alleged coup to overthrow the chavista government of Venezuelan President Nicoals Maduro. The opposition has rallied behind Ledezma, while President Maduro continues to claim the U.S. conspired with the opposition, which the U.S. denies.

Belgium Mother Accused of Burning Three Kids Alive, Making Father Listen on the Phone

A Belgium mother of three is accused of burning all of her young daughters alive and calling their father to taunt him "listen to their screams.

Missing Guerrero, Mexico Students Protests and Massacre: Protesters Bomb Mexican Coca-Cola Company Office, Kidnap Employees

Last Wednesday an attempt to attack the Coke a Cola company’s offices in the southern state of Guerrero has lead to the injury of ten people.

Australia Cyclone Season, Weather & News: Tropical Cyclones Marcia and Lam Force Evacuations, Create 'Terrifying Experience' in Queensland

Two tropical cyclones hit the north-eastern Australian state of Queensland and the country's Northern Territory on Friday. The storms, named Marcia and Lam, knocked out power, damaged homes and forced evacuations in coastal areas.

Boko Haram Kidnapping & Attacks News: 158 Women and Children Abductees Return to Nigeria Homes

A group of 158 women and children returned home after being kidnapped by Boko Haram militants in north-eastern Nigeria back in December, BBC News website reports.