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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.

Gay Marriage In the South? Virginia's Attorney General Says Gay Marriage Ban Is Unconstitutional; What Happens Next?

Newly elected Herring will not defend state's ban on same-sex marriage. What happens now? At this moment in the United States, there are upwards of 40 lawsuits challenging bans on gay marriage in over 20 states.

Cubans Embrace Travel Reform, U.S. Welcomes the Change and Increases Visas by 100 Percent

While the United States and Cuba have a complicated past and an unpredictable future, it seems like there is some 'progress' with records indicating that Cubans are taking advantage of a travel reform that went into effect last year around this time.

H1N1 Virus, Symptoms, Treatment & Updates: H1N1 Is Now Epidemic, Flu Widespread In 40 States

The dreaded flu season is upon us and this year the H1N1 virus, which emerged in 2009 to cause a pandemic, is the predominant strain. H1N1 has reached the epidemic threshold as of this past week and is now widespread in 40 states.

Lawmakers in U.S. Considering Death By Firing Squad As Alternative To Lethal Injection For Death Row Inmates

Death by firing squad may seem an antiquated method of execution for prisoners facing the death penalty, but the method may become more mainstream as a number of states across the country consider its adoption.

U.S. Border Patrol Robot Agent: How Droids Protect United States-Mexico Border From Smugglers [VIDEO]

Border patrol agents are getting creative when it comes to protecting the U.S. border. In fact, they have turned to new and advance technology to facilitate the prevention of smuggled drugs and people into the United States. The robot age is here; hope they don't turn on us like they did on "I Robot" ahh! (These robots aren't that advance, not to worry).

Martin Luther King Jr. Day Events 2014: Observances, Celebrations Slated For Next Week; Where?

Martin Luther King Jr. Day is quickly approaching and Americans from all corners of the nation will be gathering for events and celebrations.

Israel News 2014: Ariel Sharon, Former Prime Minister, Dies At 85

Ariel Sharon, the former Prime Minister of Israel who has been in a coma for eight years, has passed away today at the age of 85.

North Korea's Kim Jong-Un Threatens Potential For 'All Out' Nuclear War Against South Korea, U.S. In New Year Speech [VIDEO]

North Korean leader Kim Jong-Un issued a New Year speech on Wednesday that focused, among other things, on international relations as well as improving relations between North and South Korea. At the same time Kim touched on the possibility of a “deadly” nuclear standoff against the United States and South Korea, should the North be provoked.

Netflix Movies & Official Site: 'Titanic,' Other Popular Films To Be Removed; Final Breaking Bad Episodes Coming Soon?

To those of you who are looking to spend New Years Eve with a bowl of popcorn and hours of classic films on Netflix: Enjoy it while it lasts.

Christmas 2013: USDA Issues Official Permit To Clear Santa's Reindeer For Entry Into United States Territory

The Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS), a branch of the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA( has issued an official permit to a Mr. S. Claus of the North Pole, allowing Santa's reindeer special access for entry into United States territory on their annual Christmas run.

Cell Phone Use on Airplanes: FCC Proposal Issued

Turning off our cell phones during a flight is what were used to. But what if we no longer had to? What if we would be able to carry on conversations during a flight as we were on the ground? Well, the U.S. Federal Communications Commission has made a proposal to make this a reality. The commission says "this proposal aims to give airline passengers the same communication access in the air that they have on trains, buses and coffee shops".

Bob Costas Redskins Name Change: Sports Commentator Calls Team Out for Racist Name [VIDEO]

The campaign to change the Washington Redskins team name is growing with every passing day The campaign to change the Washington Redskins team name is growing with every passing day.

New $100 Bill Design & Release Date 2013: Revamped Benjamins Are Harder to Counterfeit, and Harder to Look At

The United States is finally unveiling its first redesigned $100 bill since 1996. The United States is finally unveiling its first redesigned $100 bill since 1996.

iPhone 5C Price in China, UK, India Compared to U.S.: New Apple Phone Sold Cheaper in other Countries

The much-awaited iPhone 5C, touted to be the affordable version of the iPhone, has finally been revealed. However, much to the dismay of consumers, the "cheap" iPhone 5C price was far from what they expected and what they were led to believe.

ALCU Reports Muslims Secretly Blacklisted by U.S. Government

In what looks like an obvious case of Islamophobia, the American Civil Liberties Union has found out about a covert American national security program used to profile innocent Muslims as "national security concerns."