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Ukraine and Russia Conflict News 2014: Russia Threatens to Sue France After Country Suspends Sale of Assault Ships

After continued pressure from its European and American allies, France has decided to suspend the sale of two Mistral-class amphibious assault ships to Russia. The move comes as tensions between Russia and the Ukraine continue to increase. France, however, does not seem willing to outright cancel the contract.

LGBT News: US State Department Condemns West Africa Country The Gambia's New Law Against 'Aggravated Homosexuality'

The West African nation of The Gambia has come under criticism from the U.S. State Department as well international human rights organizations after the Gambian legislature approved a law that punishes "aggravated homosexuality" with life in prison. Uganda has also reached the final stages of a new anti-gay law.

Turkey President Recep Tayyip Erdogan: 'It's Against Nature' to See Women as Equal to Men

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has once again found himself in the center of a firestorm of backlash over his latest controversial comments.

Suicide Bombing at Volleyball Tournament Kills 57 in Afghanistan

A suicide bomber targeted a volleyball tournament in rural Afghanistan, killing many civilians, mostly young men and children. Both the Afghan government and the U.N. have condemned the attack.

Earthquakes in China & Japan: Magnitude 6.3 Quake Rocks Both Nations

Both China and Japan were struck by separate earthquakes just hours apart on Saturday. Scores were injured in both seismic events, though China saw more damage.

Ebola Outbreak, Symptoms & News Update 2014: Infected Italian Doctor Transported to Rome

A doctor from Italy working for a nongovernmental organization tested positive for Ebola while in Sierra Leone. He will be flown to Rome for treatment, according to authorities Monday.

Iran News: Nuclear Talks Extended as Deal on Weapons Is Not Reached by Original Deadline

Talks over Iran's nuclear program will continue for another seven months after negotiators failed to reach an accord by a Monday deadline.

Thanksgiving 2014: Martin Sheen Honors Cesar Chavez, UFW & Farm Workers Who Bring Food to Our Table

Thanksgiving is a time to gather around the table with your loved ones and reflect upon what you're thankful for, it's also the perfect time to remember the hard-working farm workers who help bring food to your table.

Pope Francis News and Quotes: Catholic Church Leader Says People of God Can't Forgive 'Scandalous' Priests Who Make Money Off Church

Pope condemns priests who treat church like a business The Pope recently condemned priests who have turned the church into a business and are attached to money.

US Airstrikes Have Killed 900 in Syria Since August, Numbers of Defects to ISIS Terrorist Group Grows

The death toll of the U.S.-led airstrikes against the Islamic State in Syria has surpassed 900. The death toll of the U. S. -led airstrikes against the Islamic State in Syria has surpassed 900, CNN reports.

President Barack Obama's Executive Action Plan: Numerous Advocacy Groups Applaud Obama But Say That It's "Not Enough"

Several advocacy groups have praised President Barack Obama after he took to the stage this past week to speak to the American public about the deportation of millions.

Ebola Outbreak News 2014: Cuban Doctor in Stable, But Serious Condition After Contracting Deadly Disease

A Cuban doctor who contracted Ebola in Sierra Leone is currently in stable condition after undergoing two days of treatment at a Swiss hospital.

Concern About Brazil's 2016 Olympics Raised After Corruption Probe Into Energy Giant Petrobras

Ahead of the 2016 Olympics, a corruption probe in Brazil is raising other questions about the largest construction firms.

Obama Executive Action on Immigration: Mexico, Central America Leaders React to Obama's Immigration Actions

President Obama's immigration reform plan will ease the deportation for nearly 5 million immigrants who are in the U.S. without legal documents, and Mexico and Central American leaders have weighed in with praise for his reforms.

Nearly 36 Million People Still Living in Slavery; Number Rose in 2014

The amount of people still living in modern-day slavery exists in English speaking and non-English regions.

Mexico President Enrique Peña Nieto's Stepdaughter Sofia Castro Called a Thief Before Attending Latin Grammys

Sofia Castro, the stepdaughter of Mexican president Enrique Peña Nieto, was verbally attacked before attending the Latin Grammys in Las Vegas on Thursday.

US Invests $68M to Modernize Mexico's Courts; Defendants Will Be Innocent Until Proven Guilty

The U.S. government is going to fund the Mexican court and justice system reform by providing $68 million over five years, The Associated Press reported.

Russia & Ukraine Crisis News: Vice President Joe Biden Calls Russia's Behavior in Ukraine a 'Flagrant Violation'

U.S. recognition of Russia's takeover of Crimea is not a question of time, Vice President Joe Biden assured Ukrainian leaders on Friday. "The United States will never recognize (the) annexation, and (Biden) warned Moscow that it faces greater isolation if it continues its 'provocative action,'" the Los Angeles Times said.

Latin Music Artist News 2014: Chilean Drummer Val Sepulveda Talks Career, Rise to Top of Male-Dominated Music Scene (Exclusive)

Chilean drummer Val Sepulveda, the Grand Prize winner of the 2013 "Hit Like a Girl Contest" -- the only international competition for female drummers organized by Drum! Magazine, Tom Tom Magazine and TRX cymbals, spoke with Latin Post in an exclusive interview about her rise to the top of a mostly-male music scene.

Oscar Pistorius Murder Trial Update: Reeva Steenkamp's Mother Speaks Out About 'Blade Runner'

Reeva Steenkamp's mother, June, is speaking out against her daughter's killer, Oscar Pistorius.