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43 Missing Students Protests: Mexico Releases 11 Protesters

In Mexico, 11 people who had been arrested in recent anti-government demonstrations and sent to maximum-security prisons have been released without charges.

Ferguson, Missouri Shooting News: President Obama to Meet With Cabinet, Civil Rights Leaders

President Barack Obama is planning a day of meetings with his cabinet, civil rights leaders and law enforcement at the White House on Monday to discuss the killing of Michael Brown, and the ongoing protests in Ferguson, Missouri and across the U.S.

ISIS Terrorist Group: Islamic State Planning to Recruit Americans, FBI and DHS Ask Military Personnel to “Scrub” Social Media

U.S. intelligence warned ISIS is planning to recruit from within the U.S. to orchestrate attacks against military, law enforcement or intelligence personnel.

U.S. Supreme Court to Hear Internet Freedom Of Speech Case

Is a death threat expressed on line in social media an actual threat or can it be protected speech under the First Amendment? The U.S. Supreme Court will hear testimony arguing for and against in the case Elonis v. United States about whether violent threats on social should be protected speech.

Dozens of Venezuela Prisoners Dead After Reportedly Poisoning Themselves: Activists Question Claims of Mass Suicide

At least 35 inmates from a Venezuelan jail have died from a mass drug overdose, and 20 are in comas. Meanwhile, Venezuela's government is investigating the incident.

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.
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