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Eighth-grader gets detention for hugging her friends
New York Post - 4 Nov 2015 16:53
A Florida middle school girl was reportedly given detention after she gave her friends a hug before the bell rang for classes to begin for the day. The Jackson Heights Middle School eighth-grader told WKMG Tuesday the hu...
How to stop Indonesia's forest fires and toxic haze?
Al Jazeera English - 4 Nov 2015 06:31
Forest fires have turned Indonesia into the world's fourth largest greenhouse gas emitter and left half-a-million ill.
A Plane Crash in South Sudan
The Atlantic Wire - 4 Nov 2015 16:30
At least 25 people are dead after the Soviet-built cargo plane crashed shortly after takeoff.
Gunman likely planned to flee Denmark after February attacks
Miami Herald - 4 Nov 2015 15:52
Denmark's intelligence agency says the gunman who fatally shot a filmmaker and a Jewish guard in February before being killed by police likely planned to leave the country after the attacks. …
One woman's crusade against Female Genital Mutilation
CNN - 4 Nov 2015 13:22
From the outside, the immigrant family looks no different than any other about to take the oath of U.S. citizenship this recent Tuesday in Atlanta.
Ohio rejects marijuana legalization
CNN - 4 Nov 2015 07:51
Matt Bevin, the controversial Kentuckian who attempted to dethrone Sen. Mitch McConnell last year, orchestrated a remarkable political comeback on Tuesday to win the state's governorship.
Afghan woman stoned to death for 'adultery'
Al Jazeera English - 4 Nov 2015 06:21
Video emerges of public execution of woman, 19, guilty of having pre-marital sex in Taliban-controlled Ghor province.
Iran Hard-Liners Denounce Outreach to West at Anti-US Rally
Time - 4 Nov 2015 15:34
Some in Iran are worried that the nuclear deal will lead to greater openess to the West
Murder suspect escapes cops
CNN - 4 Nov 2015 07:50
A man charged with murder in the death of a Georgia sheriff was recaptured late Tuesday after escaping from authorities earlier in the day.
Strong earthquake hits eastern Indonesia; no tsunami threat
Miami Herald - 4 Nov 2015 07:06
A strong earthquake has struck off eastern Indonesia, causing panic among residents, but there are no reports of injuries or damage, and authorities say there is no threat of a tsunami. …
World's Largest Cat Painting Sells for $826,000
Time - 4 Nov 2015 21:14
The painting is called My Wife's Lovers
Travelzoo ranks top deal destinations for 2016
Fox News - 4 Nov 2015 12:00
Get the most bang for your buck next year.
This is brilliant: Tupperware that folds flat
USA Today - 4 Nov 2015 11:46
Never dig through a drawer of mismatched containers again.
Georgia police capture escaped fugitive charged in sheriff's death
Fox News - 4 Nov 2015 07:15
A Georgia prisoner, who was able to slip out of his shackles while being transferred between jails to await trial for killing a sheriff, was recaptured following a manhunt that lasted more than 10 hours, police said late...
China Wants No Mention of South Sea in Statement
The New York Times - 4 Nov 2015 07:00
At a meeting of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations, the United States is leading an effort to have the South China Sea accorded a place in the gathering's communiqué, diplomats said.
Volcanic eruption closes 2 Indonesian airports
Miami Herald - 4 Nov 2015 06:52
Thousands of tourists are stranded on two Indonesian islands after ash from the Mount Rinjani volcano forced the closure of two airports and blanketed villages and farmlands. …
What Taiwan's Founder Said the Last Time Leaders of China and Taiwan Met
Time - 4 Nov 2015 06:46
Looking back 70 years on the eve of the first meeting since then
Officials Say Illinois Cop's Death Will Be Declared a Suicide
ABC News - 4 Nov 2015 06:18
His shooting death led to a massive manhunt in September.
Romania Buries Fire Hero as Thousands Protest Against Government
Time - 4 Nov 2015 06:04
Anger has been brewing for some time in Romania against the government, which many perceive as being corrupt
UN Syria envoy travels to Moscow for Syria peace talks
Al Jazeera English - 4 Nov 2015 05:38
Staffan de Mistura to meet Russian foreign minister as Moscow says it has invited regime and rebel groups for talks.
Man Dies After Ingesting Toad Venom Aphrodisiac
Time - 4 Nov 2015 23:23
The substance is banned by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration
What Does Paul Ryan's Stand on Immigration Reform Mean for 2016?
The Atlantic Wire - 4 Nov 2015 22:25
The new speaker says the House won't pass a bill while Barack Obama is in office—a vow that could help Marco Rubio in the primary but hurt him in the general election.