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Ebola Virus in the United States: Can the US Avoid the Deadly Disease?

Though the possibility of the virus arriving via international flights is real, the U.S. is also well poised in averting an epidemic.

International News: Russia Retaliates Against US With Sanctions of Its Own, Targets Virgina Congressman

Russia has begun to pass its own sanctions against the United States. The new regulations prevent certain Americans from entering Russia in the same manner that U.S. sanctions hinder certain Russian officials and businessmen.

Jobs & Hiring Online: US Economy Grows in June; 288,000 New Jobs Added

Unemployment dropped to 6.1 percent, numbers not seen since 2008. The U. S. economy has seen unprecedented job growth this year and that will benefit both the economy and the unemployed if the trend continues.

Mexican Helicopter Accidentally Fires at U.S. Border Patrol, Authorities Apologize for Mistake

A Mexican law enforcement helicopter crossed over into U.S. airspace and opened fire early Thursday near U.S. Border Patrol agents.

Russian Bombers Fly Close to Alaska and California

Four Tu-95's were spotted near Alaska and were intercepted by American fighter jets. Tensions between the US and Russia continue to escalate with reports that Russian planes flew a threatening distance from the United States.

Middle East Peace Treaty: Fatah and Hamas Sign Unity Government Deal in West Bank

Palestinian Authority government Fatah, headed by Mahmoud Abbas, signed a unity government deal with militant group Hamas Monday.

President Obama to Meet Ukrainian President-elect Petro Poroshenko Next Week: Part of Four-Day Trip to Europe

President Obama will have a meeting with Ukraine's new president-elect, Petro Poroshenko, in Poland next week.

Former Anonymous LulzSec Hacker Hector 'Sabu' Xavier Monsegur Released: FBI Informant Stopped Over 300 Cyberattacks Against US Government

He also implicated members of his former hacking circle After providing the FBI with extraordinary cooperation and assistance, the LulzSec hacker known as "Sabu" has been released from his prison sentence.

Chiquis Rivera on Facebook: Jenni Rivera's Daughter to Become Judge of Miss Latina Universo?

Some are wondering if Chiquis will be able to fit in alongside other seasoned professionals? Chiquis Rivera may be coming into your homes every week. It's rumored that the daughter of the late Jenni Rivera will be a judge on Miss Latina Universo, said TV y Novelas.

Tensions Fly High Among US Accusations of Chinese Cyberspying

Tensions between the United States and China over accusations of industrial espionage have hit a boiling point as Beijing summoned U.S. Ambassador to China Max Baucus Monday in an attempt to counter Washington's charges.

Pentagon Considering Transferring Chelsea Manning, WikiLeaks Whistleblower May Receive Sex Change

The imprisoned whistleblower has sought treatment for months and has been continually denied by the military.

MERS News: CDC Confirms Mysterious Virus in the US, Health Officials Know Little About Untreatable Global Outbreak

CDC confirmed the first case of MERS in the United States on Thursday. A fatal and untreatable virus that first showed up in Saudi Arabia, and that researchers and health officials know alarmingly little about, has made its way out of the Arabian Peninsula and into the global community.

United States Immigration Information and News: US Births Grow Country's Latino Population More Than Immigrants

According to a new report by Pew Research Center, immigration is not the biggest contributor to the United States' growing Latino population anymore. Instead, Latino births in America itself are the biggest driving force.

Moscow Ramps Up Military Exercises As Violence Intensifies; Obama Warns Russia Of 'Further Consequences'

The conflict in Ukraine escalated to another level on Thursday when Russia announced it would be ramping up military exercises after the Kiev government confirmed that its forces were responsible for killing five pro-Russian militants.

U.S.-Venezuela Relations Continue to Suffer as Tourist Visas No Longer Offered to First Time Applicants

Disney World has fallen victim to the increased tension between the U.S. and Venezuela. It's no secret that U. S. -Venezuela relations have been crumbling for years, but now it appears that tensions are starting to boil over.

International Breaking News: U.S. Pres. Obama Signs Executive Order, Sanctions & Visa Bans To Follow?

The United States ramped up its pressure on Russia on Thursday as President Obama signed an executive order that allows for sanctions and expands visa bans

Arizona Anti-Gay Discrimination Bill Details: LGBT Community Could Lose Basic Rights

What does the "Discrimination Bill" really mean? Some businesses are opposed, while others are in favor of the bill. The ACLU and some GLBT groups are strongly against it.

Sochi Winter Olympics 2014 News: T.J. Oshie Becomes Star After Leading U.S. Hockey Team Past Russia

St. Louis Blues right wing T.J. Oshie boosted American patriotism Saturday, leading team USA to victory over the Russians at the Winter Olympic Games in Sochi, Russia, by scoring four goals on six shots in a shootout.

The State of Latinos in the United States Revealed Through "Think Tanks" and Research

Latino “think tanks” don’t only make it possible to access periodicals related to Latinos, they empower Latinos by keeping them informed about technology, culture, economics, politics, and social policies.

Biting Latinos' Lunchtime Habits: Hispanics Influence Overall Consumption Trends in the United States

Stove top-cooked rice and bowls of richly flavored soup are frequent choices for Hispanics when consuming afternoon meals, a habit that has been influencing overall consumption trends in the United States.

Obama State of Union Address: President Invites Special Guests; Who Are They?

Openly Gay NBA Player Jason Collins and Boston Marathon Bombing survivors Carlos Arrendondo and Jeff Bauman will be among the guests attending President Barack Obama's State of the Union Address on Tuesday, the White House reported.