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Nigerian Police Claim to Have Foiled a Bombing

Nigerian Police claim to have uncovered a plan to bomb the Abuja transport network According to Reuters Nigerian police claimed on Saturday to uncover a plan to bomb the Abuja transport network using suicide bombers and bombs hidden in luggage at major bus stations.

NASA Anniversary: Looking Back 45 Years After The Lunar Landing

Buzz Aldrin and Michael Collins are expected to make an appearance at the 45th birthday celebrations of the Lunar Landing.

6.8 Earthquake Hits Japan, Triggers Small Tsunami

A 6.8-magnitude earthquake that hit Japan's northern coast early on Saturday triggered a small tsunami.

Coffee Conference Mounts Campaign to Battle Fungus Threatening Crops in Latin America

The conference is a gathering of supply chain partners from coffee-producing nations to discuss pressing issues in the industry, such the onslaught of coffee rust ("roya" in Spanish), a fungus that suffocates coffee trees and lowers bean yields. The event-goers will also discuss the strengthening of business relations and participate in training workshops and cuppings.

Colombian Cocaine: Shipment Valued at 25M Pounds Seized in UK

Plastic bananas were hiding 25 million pounds of cocaine that were shipped from Colombia to Scotland Yard.

CCTV Anchor Detained: Chinese Television Host Questioned in Anti-Corruption Investigation

Authorities detained a Chinese television anchor for questioning Friday, according to state news media reports.

Cuba Dust Clouds: Particles From Africa Sandstorms Travel Across Atlantic Ocean

Dust clouds from the Sahara have been floating over to the Caribbean for some time, but recent years have seen them push past to the UK and even into the mainland U.S. There is no severe health risk. But the clouds prevent rainfall and hurricanes from cooling the area and are known for trapping heat and causing hazy days.

Critics Target Censorship Bills Introduced in Chilean Congress

A recent bill introduced that would criminalize memes spurred critics to take a look at some other recent censorship laws and their effects on Chile.

Putin Visits Argentina: Presidents Sign Nuclear Energy Agreement

Russia and Argentina strengthen ties through nuclear energy accord, among others. In an attempt to strengthen relations in the region, Russian President Vladimir Putin is visiting a number of Latin American countries.

Undocumented and Unaccompanied Youth Lack Legal Support or Representation, NIJC Provides Legal Counsel

Undocumented and unaccompanied youth have "varied and complex reasons" for migrating in droves from El Salvador, Honduras, Guatemala and other nations. They move across the southern border with the assistance of coyotes and smugglers; these children hope to evade threats of rape and death that they routinely subjected to in their homeland. They reach the U.S., but many are caught; and those who are detained must submit to immigration proceedings without legal representation or guidance.

Central America & Undocumented Immigrants: Mexico Vows to Restrict Illegal Travel

After a cargo train derailment in Mexico Wednesday, officials vow to curb the influx of illegal passengers risking their lives to enter the U.S. via Mexico.

Israel-Palestine Conflict Continues: Mosque and Clinic Destroyed by Israeli Attack

Israel will continue attacking Palestine for the next 24 hours amid calls for a cease fire by the U.N.

Pamplona Running of the Bulls: Runner Takes Dangerous Selfie With Animals and Gets Fined

Participants taking selfies during the running of the bulls could face thousands of dollars in fines from festival organizers.

Disney World, 'Pirates of the Caribbean': British Tourist's Fingertips Sliced Off During Ride

Biritsh visitor who claims blame for the accident was rushed to the hospital after losing the fingertips off his little and ring fingers because he had his hands hanging outside of the log on the flume ride.

Ukraine Crisis Reaches England, UK: Britain Bans Russia From Farnborough International Air Show

Many Russian delegation members were denied visas by the British Foreign Office. The Ukraine crisis has reached southern England and has led to tension between Russia and the United Kingdom.

Human Rights Watch: Report Details More Than 250 Sunnis Killed in Iraq

The human rights grow has called for investigations into atrocities committed by both the Islamic State and Iraqi government forces.

Putin Visits Latin America, World Cup: Russian President Makes Deals with Cuba, Argentina, Brazil

Russia's president now heads to Argentina and Brazil on Latin America tour. Russian President Vladimir Putin on Friday visited on old Soviet ally when he met with Cuban leaders in Havana, according to The Associated Press report.

Church of England, United Kingdom: Archbishops Debate Whether to Allow Assisted Suicide

Archbishop Welby changed his stance on opposing assisted suicide and now is a strong supporter. Archbishops can't reach an agreement in the debate of assisted dying in the United Kingdom.

Soccer Fans Seek Asylum in Brazil: 200 Ghanaians Ask to Stay After World Cup

A group of almost 200 is asking to stay in Brazil due to allegations of religious turmoil in Ghana. In an unprecedented turn of events at this year's World Cup, some soccer fans are seeking asylum in Brazil.

World Cup & Immigration News: Ghanaian Soccer Fans Ask Brazil for Asylum, Citing Religious Conflicts

Ghana's government says there are no religious conflicts in the West African country. They came for the World Cup, but now they're trying to stay in Brazil, saying that religious conflicts in their country make it a danger to return.
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