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About 2,000 Brazil Couples Get Married on 'Dia do Sim' During Rio de Janeiro's Biggest Mass Wedding

"Dia do Sim" is a yearly event in Brazil targeted to couples who cannot afford to have a wedding, and in 2014, couples got married in record numbers.

Middle East News: US Embassy Worker in Yemen Accused of Giving Out Fake Visas With Fake Oil Company Name

The Feds are investigating a potential security breach that involved a U.S. embassy worker issuing at least 50 fake visas to Yemeni people entering the United States.

United Nations Investigating Treatment of Migrant Workers in United Arab Emirates Amid Reports of 'Modern Day Slavery' in Abu Dhabi

The poor treatment of migrant workers in the United Arab Emirates has caught the attention of the United Nations, which is launching an investigation into living conditions in the Gulf state for the group.

Young Boys Traumatized After Finding Decaying Unidentified Infant Body in Sydney, Australia Beach

Two young boys playing on the beach in Sydney, Australia found the decomposed body of an infant, the second abandoned baby to be found in the city in a week.

FARC and Colombia Conflict, History, News & Kidnapping: Rebel Group Releases 'Prisoners of War,' Shows Signs of Peace

The Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia (FARC) released Army General Ruben Dario Alzate and his fellow captives, Corporal Jorge Rodriguez and army adviser, Gloria Urrego on Sunday.

California Couple's Passports Confiscated in Qatar Airport Despite Charges of Murdering Their Daughter Being Dropped

A California couple was blocked from exiting Qatar hours after being freed from jail there for the alleged January 2013 death of their adopted daughter.

Mexican Bus Drivers Held Captive by Student Activists at Teachers College, Forced to Sleep in Luggage Compartment

Bus drivers in Tixtla, where 43 students from the Raul Isidro Burgos teachers college disappeared, say they are being held captive, forced by protesting student activists to act as chauffeurs.

Ebola Outbreak 2014 Update: Cuban Doctor 'Still Weak' But Gradually Recovering in Geneva

The Cuban doctor who contracted Ebola while treating patients in West Africa is slowly recovering, though the Swiss hospital that is treating him said on Friday that he is still weak.

Dominican Republic Officials Say US Ambassador Who Called Country Corrupt 'Wants to Create Conflict'

Two deputies of the Dominican Republic dominant party criticized United States ambassador James W. Brewster for calling for the removal of corruption in the island country, saying it was the “Achilles heel” for the U.S.

Portugal’s Former Prime Minister Jose Socrates Detained as Country Faces Corruption Allegations

The detention of Portugal's former Prime Minister on suspicion of tax fraud, money laundering and corruption was a shocker to the nation and is going to affect next year's general election.

Modern Slavery in the UK Numbers as Many as 13,000

Up to 13,000 modern-day slaves could be trapped in the United Kingdom, according to an analysis by the Home Office.

UN Says US Fails to Meet Anti-Torture Treaty Standards, Cites Military Interrogations & Treatment of Immigrants

A United Nations panel reported Friday that the United States is not being fully compliant with an international anti-torture treaty

Pope Francis News: Catholic Church Leader Calls for End to Islamist Extremism, Peace Between Muslims and Christians During Turkey Visit

Pope calls for peace between Muslims and Christians in visit to Turkey Pope Francis started a three-day visit in Turkey by calling an end to Islamist extremism, which threatens Christians and other minorities along the country's southern border, The New York Times reported.

PD James Death: Famous Crime Novelist PD James Dies at the Age of 94

PD James, a British crime novelist who has written over 20 books, has died at the age of 94. PD James, a British crime novelist who has written over 20 books, has died at the age of 94.

Kate Middleton Pregnancy Update: Dutchess Experiencing Morning Sickness With Second Baby

18 weeks pregnant with her second child, the Duchess of Cambridge juggles morning sickness and a busy schedule.

'Chespirito' Actor Roberto Gómez Bolaños Dead at 85

Roberto Gómez Bolaños, the beloved Mexican actor and comedian who played "Chespirito", passed away on Friday at the age of 85.

Argentina Charges HSBC Bank for Assisting Residents With Tax Evasion: Bank Allegedly Put Money in Swiss Accounts

Argentina's tax agency charged HSBC bank Thursday with helping more than 4,000 Argentines evade taxes by placing their money in secret Swiss accounts.

Missing 43 Mexican Students Update: Mexican President Outlines New Security Plan to Reduce Corruption, Calls Municipal Police "Criminals"

Mexican President Enrique Peña Nieto in a speech from the National Palace on Thursday revealed his new security plan for the country in response to protests against the disappearance, and presumed murder, of 43 students two months ago. In his speech he announced a series of measures to check organized crime in municipal governments.

Mexico President Enrique Peña Nieto Anounces Anti-Crime Plan After Discovery of 11 Bodies Possibly Belonging to Drug Cartel Members

Eleven bodies were found burned and decapitated on the side of the road Thursday in the southern state of Guerrero in Mexico. The same day, President Enrique Pena Nieta announced a nationwide anti-crime plan.

Venezuela News Update: Opposition Leader Will Go to Court for Attempted Assassination Charges

Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado will be formally charged on Dec. 3rd for her alleged involvement to assassinate President Nicolas Maduro.
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