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Trayvon Martin Case Update: Jay Z and Beyonce Join Rally for Dead Teen

Thousands of people took to the streets to express their dismay at the acquittal of George Zimmerman last Saturday, and among those in attendance was music's royal couple, Jay Z and Beyoncé.

Six Flags Death: Roller Coaster Accident in Texas Leaves One Woman Dead [VIDEO]

A woman fell to her death Friday while riding a roller coaster at the Six Flags Over Texas amusement park.

Dzhokhar Tsarnaev Rolling Stone Cover Prompts Release of Capture and Shootout Photos [PIC]

Boston Marathon bombing suspect Dzhokhar Tsarnaev may be gracing the cover of Rolling Stone, but a Massachusetts police officer who was present for the manhunt and shootout that led to his arrest wants to set the record straight with pictures of his own.

Jimmy Carter Supports Edward Snowden: 'America Has No Functioning Democracy' Say Former President

The former president recently voiced his support of the actions Snowden took in blowing open the NSA's PRISM scandal.

Texas Abortion Law Could Drive Women To Unsafe Alternatives In Mexico

With abortion procedures becoming increasingly difficult for many women to obtain in Texas, they may soon look south of the border for help.

George Zimmerman Verdict: What's Next for Trayvon Martin's Killer?

Now that George Zimmerman has been acquitted, what’s next for the man who killed Trayvon Martin, an unarmed teenager?

Trayvon Martin Protests: George Zimmerman Acquittal Sparks Protests Across California

Saturday night's verdict left many in shock after George Zimmerman was acquitted on all charges.

San Diego Mayor Bob Filner Accused Of Sexual Harassment

So far the mayor has denied the allegations, though more evidence is expected to come that may cost him his job.

George Zimmerman Trial Goes to Jury: Deliberations Begin in Killing of Trayvon Martin

The trial of Gorge Zimmerman for the killing of Trayvon Martin moved into its final stage, as the jury retired to begin deliberations.

Saudi Princess Arrested for Human Trafficking in California

A woman who is believed to be a Saudi Arabian princess has recently been arrested after authorities claim she held a woman against her will at the princess' condominium in Irvine, Calif.

California Hunger Strike Continues: 30,000 Prison Inmates Refuse to Eat

They are protesting what they believe to be unfair treatment, and state that they will not back down until the rules change.

Bonanno Family Indicted for Mob Ties in Loan Shark Bust

The family has long had a presence in Long Island, and it appears that they were still going strong, until Tuesday that is.

No Reelection Bid for Texas Gov. Rick Perry: Announcement Fuels 2016 Presidential Run Speculation

Texas Governor Rick Perry announced on Monday that he would not seek reelection in 2014, spurring speculation that he will be focusing on another presidential run in 2016.

Female Inmates Sterilized Against Their Will in California Prisons, Report Alleges

Controversy is brewing in the California prison system, as women have been reporting that they were coerced into being sterilized by prison-appointed doctors. The case is reminiscent of the eugenics practices of the mid-20th century, when it was believed that people deemed genetically unfit should not reproduce.

NSA Has Secret Agreements for Data With Private Fiber Optic Cable Companies

The agreements were integral to the NSA's spying program which has since been uncovered by whistleblower Edward Snowden.

Bolivia, Venezuela and Nicaragua Offer Edward Snowden Amnesty

Bolivia has joined Venezuela and Nicaragua in extending an offer of amnesty to NSA whistleblower Edward Snowden.

Anna Chapman, Former Russian Spy, Proposes to Edward Snowden on Twitter

From Russia with love? The sexy former Russian spy Anna Chapman has taken a break from her modeling career to propose an international affair with NSA analyst and fugitive Edward Snowden, who is likely hunkered down in Moscow while seeking asylum from the United States.

Ecuador Claims U.K. Agency Bugged Embassy Housing Wikileaks Founder Assange

The embassy has been home to WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange, who has been on the run from Western governments ever since he first broke the WikiLeaks cables.

City College Of San Francisco Loses Accreditation, Tens Of Thousands Students Left Out To Dry

The college serves over 85,000 students, all of whom are now either in possession of, working to get, a degree from a non-recognized college.

Bolivian Officials Decry American 'Kidnapping' Of President Evo Morales in Hunt for Edward Snowden

It's been reported that several European nations denied Bolivia's president access to their airspace.