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Colombian Officials to Fight Cybercrime in Eastern Europe

Colombian officials sent on two-year training against cybercrime in eastern Europe Nine government officials from Colombia are headed to Estonia to learn about cyber defense training, according to Colombia Reports.

People's Climate March 2014: Massive Global Rally to Be Held Sept. 21

The People's Climate March, a massive global rally on Sept. 21 in New York City, will lead up to a specially called-for United Nations summit on the climate crisis.

Colombia Gold Mining: Nation Shuts Down Another Illegal Mine

Colombia shuts down another illegal gold mine, an industry that is about 63% of total mining in the country

German Court Bans US-Based Ridesharing Service Uber

A Frankfurt court on Tuesday barred the ridesharing service Uber from operating in Germany without a permit under the country's transport laws.

Russia & Ukraine Conflict News, Update 2014: Vladimir Putin, Petro Poroshenko Engage in Peace Talks

Russian President Vladimir Putin said Wednesday that he and Ukrainian President Petro Poroshenko could reach a ceasefire agreement as early as this week, even though both sides continued to fight.

ALSA Withdraws Trademark Filing for Ice Bucket Challenge

ALSA withdraws trademark filing for Ice Bucket Challenge After the Ice Bucket Challenge to support ALS went viral, the organization had filed to trademark the phrases, but after a public backlash they have withdrawn the filings with the U.

Ebola Virus Symptoms, Outbreak & News 2014: Third American Doctor Contracts Deadly Disease

Previous two Americans have recovered Another American doctor has been diagnosed with Ebola, the third to contract the virus in West Africa since the outbreak began in March.

Tourism in Mexico Hits Record Levels Amid Reduction in Violence

Less violence reported by the media has encouraged tourists to return Tourism in Mexico has suffered in recent years with economic troubles and cartel violence discouraging people from visiting the famed Mexican coastline or inland cultural destinations.

Hershey's New Logo Reminiscent of a Pile of Poop

Hershey rebrands with poop emoji look-alike The Hershey Company revealed a new logo to the world, in hopes of modernizing its brand, but some say that the new design brings to mind the the icon of poop.

Ebola Virus Africa Outbreak: Liberian President Says Ebola Could Become a Global Crisis

The deadly virus continues to spread in West Africa Liberian President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf said that officials in Africa have begun to think about the ongoing Ebola outbreak as a world problem, rather than a localized issue.

Tropical Storm Dolly Path, Maps & Weather Update: Storm Headed for Mexico's Eastern Coast

A Tropical Storm formed in the Gulf of Mexico Monday and is headed to the eastern coast of Mexico, according to the Tampa Bay Times.

World's Oldest Living Person: Mexican Woman Leandra Becerra Lumbreras Turns 127

Mexican woman Leandra Becerra Lumbreras, 127, is oldest living person At age 127, Leandra Becerra Lumbreras, a Mexican woman, is thought to be the oldest person alive.

Steven Sotloff ISIS Beheading Video: Islamic Militants Reportedly Release Video of Second US Journalist Killed in Syria

Islamic State militants released what is believed to be a video of the beheading of American journalist Steven Sotloff.

Women Only Community in Brazil Seeks Male Spouses: Town Reportedly More 'Organized,' 'Harmonious' Without Men

The Brazil town of Noiva do Cordeiro is inhabited by women only, and the 600 residents are looking for some male counterparts.

Mexico Laws Update: President Enrique Pena Nieto to Propose Laws to Protect Underage Migrants

Bills would also help with the problem of bullying in schools Mexican President Enrique Pena Nieto has said he plans to present laws to Congress that would protect children and adolescents across the country.

US Launches Airstrike Targeting Somali Militants, al-Shabaab Leader Ahmed Abdi Godane

The U.S. military began an operation on Monday against the Somali militant group al-Shabaab, which has links to al Qaeda.

Cuba Government Limits Goods US Travelers Can Bring in Via Airport: Americans Lament Loss of Gifts for Families

On Monday, the Cuban government implemented new restrictions on what travelers can bring into the country in their suitcases, leaving some Americans frustrated that they can't bring goods to their families in the communist country.

Ukraine & Russia News 2014: Kiev Asks for More Sanctions Against Moscow

Ukraine representatives have asked the European Union for more sanctions against Russia as the conflict worsens

Immigration Reform News 2014: Court Rules Women Suffering from Domestic Abuse can Apply for Asylum in US

The ruling is a big win for immigrant women escaping abusive husbands and wanting to start a new life in the United States.

Tons of Fish Die in Cajititlán Lake in Jalisco, Mexico: Environmental Officials Doubt Natural Causes Are Behind Rotting Corpses

On Sunday, environmental officials in Jalisco, a state in western Mexico, declared an emergency amid the mysterious deaths of fish living in the Cajititlán lake.
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