Press Secretary Jay Carney Resigns, Will Be Replaced by Josh Earnest

President Obama announced Friday that Jay Carney is stepping down from his position as White House press secretary.

White House's 'My Brother's Keeper' Initiative Releases Report Outlining Plan to Help Young Men of Color

The 'My Brother's Keeper' initiative to help young men of color released a new report Friday outlining an agenda to help black, Hispanic and Native American males succeed.

Thailand Elections & Coup: Military Says Elections WIll Not Be Held for More Than a Year

The Thai military said Friday that elections will not be held for more than a year, meaning the military takeover will continue into 2015.

Hillary Clinton Defends Response to Benghazi Attack in New Book

Hillary Clinton defends her response to the 2012 Benghazi attack in her new book.

Texas Attorney General Rules State Can Keep Source of Execution Drugs Secret

The Texas attorney general ruled Thursday that the state does not have to disclose where it gets its drugs for lethal injections.

California City Drops Lawsuit Against Hot Sauce Company; Factory to Stay Open

The lawsuit against the Sriracha factory in Irwindale, Calif. has been officially dropped, ensuring the plant will continue to operate.

More Child Immigrants From Central America Crossing Into US

More child immigrants from Central America are crossing into the United States, but there are not enough federal appropriations to help each child get settled in the US.

Brazilian President Rousseff, Chilean President Bachelet on Forbes' List of Most Powerful Women

Forbes selected four Latin American political leaders for this year's list of the world's most influential women.

Russia, Kazakhstan and Belarus Team Up, Form Eurasian Economic Union Trade Bloc

On Thursday, Russia teamed up with the former Soviet countries of Kazakhstan and Belarus to create the Eurasian Economic Union.

Thailand Military Defends Coup, Says It Was Needed to Prevent Civil War

The Thai military said a coup was needed to prevent a civil war from breaking out.

Aaron Hernandez Arraigned for Drive-By Double Murder

Aaron Hernandez was arraigned Wednesday for his involvement in a 2012 drive-by double murder.

Tea Party Incumbent Francisco Canesco Defeated By CIA Agent in Texas Republican Primary

Tea Party favorite Francisco Canesco was defeated Tuesday in Texas' 23rd District primary election.

Despite Sisi Mandate, Egypt Sees Low Voter Turnout in Presidential Election

Despite a mandate by former army chief Abdel Fattah al-Sisi that all but declares his victory in the Egypt presidential election, there has been especially low voter turnout.

Vice President Joe Biden Urges Republicans to Pass Immigration Reform Bill

Vice President Joe Biden said Tuesday that GOP House members should pass the Senate-passed comprehensive immigration reform bill.

Google Shows Off Self-Driving Electric Car

Google unveiled a prototype for a self-driving car Tuesday that does not have brakes or a steering wheel.

Secretary of State John Kerry to Edward Snowden: 'Man Up' and 'Come Home'

Secretary of State John Kerry urged Edward Snowden to return on the United States.

Study Shows Gay Fathers' Brains React Similarly to Heterosexual Mothers' and Fathers' Brains

A new study shows that the brains of gay fathers who adopt their children react similarly to heterosexual mothers and fathers' brains.

Philadelphia Inquirer Bought by Business Moguls for $88 Million

Two Philadelphia businessmen have bought out their competitors for ownership of the Philadelphia Inquirer company.

At Least 40 Dead in Fighting at Donetsk Airport in East Ukraine

At least 40 lives have been claimed in fighting between pro-Russia separatists and Ukrainian forces at the Donetsk airport in east Ukraine.

U.N. Chemical Weapons Inspectors Attacked in Syria

A group of chemical weapons inspectors were attacked in Syria, but no team members were harmed.

Family of Isla Vista Shooter Elliot Rodger Tried to Stop Murderous Rampage

The family of Elliot Rodger, the 22-year-old who went on a shooting rampage Friday, said they tried to intervene to stop their son from committing murder.

Memorial Day 2014 History: What is the Holiday Known For?

While Memorial Day is the unofficial kickoff of the summer season, its main purpose is to honor those who died in America's wars.

Egyptians Brace for Violence on Election Day

Egyptian officials are taking measures to stop violence from breaking out on Monday when presidential elections are to be held.

Pope Francis Visits Holy Land, Calls for End to Anti-Semitism

Pope Francis visited Jewish and Muslim holy sites during a trip to Israel Monday, where he called for an end to religious violence and anti-Semitism.

Pro-Russia Militants Seize East Ukraine Airport; New President Vows to Bring Peace

Pro-Russia separatists have taken over an airport in east Ukraine following Sunday's presidential election.
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