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NYPD Officers Being Investigated for Allegedly Beating Up Mentally Ill Patient in Handcuffs

Four New York Police Department (NYPD) officers are being investigated for allegedly beating up a mentally ill man while he was in handcuffs.

New Jersey Governor Chris Christie Bans Elephant Ivory Tusks, Rhinoceros Horns; Earns Praise of Conservationists

On Tuesday, New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie signed a bill banning the import, purchase and selling of elephant ivory tusks and rhinoceros horns.

McDonald's Restaurants & Menu 2014: Fast Food Giant Tries 60-Second Drive-Thru Guarantee

The fast-food giant McDonald's is trying to speed up lunch drive-thru orders, testing a 60-second guarantee.

Eric Garner Death Investigation: New York Patrolman's Benevolent Association Says 'This Was Not a Chokehold'

The New York Patrolman's Benevolent Association and the Sergeant's Benevolent Association spoke out on Tuesday about "the vile and insulting pronouncements against police officers" in connection with the death of Eric Garner, calling for the attacks to stop.

Was Abraham Lincoln's Handwriting Found on Book Justifying Racism?

President who freed the slaves once read the book found in small Illinois town Illinois state historians on Tuesday confirmed that the handwriting found on a book called "Types of Mankind" belongs to none other than Abraham Lincoln, Time reported.

Florida Affordable Care Act Premium Increases: State's Health Insurers Propose Double-Digit Higher Premiums

Health insurers in Florida have proposed higher rates for their Affordable Care Act (ACA) exchange plans for 2015.

Immigration Reform Law News 2014: Second GOP Congressman Voices Concern Over Ebola Risk Among Migrant Children

Two GOP Reps are concerned with the Ebola virus outbreak coming into the US from migrant children in Mexico and Central America.

The Intercept & Spying 2014: Website Finds New Leaker?

New report on site that published Snowden leaks appears to have new guy who wants to uncover government problems

Powerball Numbers & Results August 6, 2014: Watch Live Stream Of Drawing For $80 Million Jackpot

The excitement is growing for the Aug. 6 Powerball jackpot, which has risen to $80 million. The drawing will take place Wednesday at 11 p.m. EDT.

Jodi Arias Trial Update News 2014: Convicted Killer to Represent Herself at Death Penalty Trial

Convicted boyfriend killer Jodi Arias will represent herself at the second phase of her murder trial next month.

World Bank Announces $200 Million in Aid to Curb Ebola Outbreak

World Bank president, and former WHO member, said the world has to help the African nations financially as the outbreak of Ebola takes a toll.

Immigrant Children Less Physically Active Than U.S.-Born White Children, Says Study

Immigrant children, regardless of their ethnic and racial background, are less physically active than U.S.-born white children, according to a study from Rice University's study.

Princeton Review Annual College Rankings: See the Top Universities for Partying, LGBT-Friendliness and Best Dorms

How do you choose? According to the latest results of Princeton Review's College Rankings, Syracuse University is the country's top party school.

Cheap & Low Gas Prices 2014: Cost of Fuel Drops Significantly; Will the Trend Continue?

Production leaves increased supply and leads to lower prices Consumers have noticed cheaper gas prices lately and the average price for a gallon of gas in the U.

US-Africa Leaders Summit 2014: United States Commits to $14 billion Investment in Africa

In addition to some of the biggest corporations committing billions in investments in Africa, native African and popular artist Akon is doing his part to help the continent continue on its path to development.

Immigration News 2014: Anti-Immigration Group Cancels El Paso, Texas Rally Amid Death Threats, Gets Accused of Pulling Gun on Activist

On Sunday, anti-immigration group Border Convoy canceled its protests in El Paso, Texas, amid death threats, only to be pulled over in the city by police for allegedly making threats of their own.

Communist Cuba Airs Reports of USAID's Secret Program to Spark Rebellion, Cubans React

Cubans are reacting to a report of a U.S. Agency for International Development program that secretly sent Latin Americans to Cuba in an effort to spark rebellion under the guise of using health and civic programs to inspire political progress.

Ebola Virus & Outbreak NYC 2014: Patient in New York 'Unlikely' to Have Ebola

Man had been in West Africa, but doctors are hopeful it's not the virus. A man was admitted to New York City's Mount Sinai Hospital on Monday with symptoms similar to those out the Ebola virus that is ravaging West Africa, according to CNN.

Mega Millions Numbers & Results August 5, 2014: Live Stream of Drawing Time; $100M Jackpot

If you're feeling lucky, then you may want to purchase a ticket for the Mega Millions lottery jackpot, which has jumped to a whopping $100 million. The drawing will take place on Tuesday, Aug. 5, at 11 p.m. EST.

Moreland Commission Corruption Crisis Could Go 'Beyond Watergate,' Say Green Party Candidates

New York Green Party candidates for governor and attorney general were on the steps of Tweed Courthouse on Monday and said the corruption at the heart of the Moreland Commission goes far beyond Watergate.