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Church of England OKs Female Bishops; Archbishop Says Women Could Be Appointed As Soon as Next Year

For the first time in its history, the Church of England will allow women to be consecrated as bishops.
South African writer Nadine Gordimer

Nadine Gordimer, South African Anti-Apartheid Writer and Nobel Prize Winner, Dies at 90

Nadine Gordimer, an intentionally renowned South African writer who helped expose the world to the evils of apartheid through her literature, died at the age of 90.
New Yorker supportive of Gaza civilians

New York Elected Officials Rally in Support of Israel, Pro-Palestinian Supporters Hold Counter Rally

New York elected officials showed solidarity with Israel at City Hall while New Yorkers held a counter rally outside City Hall to show their solidarity with the Palestinian people in Gaza.
U.S./Iran Nuclear Talks

Iran Makes Proposal to Appease West as Negotiations Continue Over Iranian Nuclear Deal

Iran made a proposal Monday in an attempt to appease the West during negotiations for a nuclear deal between Iran and Western powers.
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Secretary of State John Kerry to the Rescue After New US Spying Allegations From 'Great Friend' Germany

German Chancellor Angela Merkel commented on the U.S. surveillance on her country and how it could affect relations with Washington, D.C., while Secretary of State John Kerry indirectly commented on the countries' relationship.
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Pope Francis Reportedly Estimates Clergy Pedophile Rate, Vatican Questions Quotes

Pope Francis has been quoted as estimating the number of pedophiles in the Catholic clergy to be around 2 percent, but the accuracy of the report is being debated.
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Vladimir Putin and President of Argentina Broker Nuclear Power Deal

Russian President Vladimir Putin has signed a nuclear deal with Argentina to bolster Russia's ties in Latin America.
Israeli/Palestinian Conflict

Rocket Offensives Continue in Gaza and Israel as International Community Calls for Cease-Fire

The international community is calling for a cease-fire in the week-old Israeli-Palestinian war, which rages on as each side continues to launch rockets and ammunition.

CCTV Anchor Detained: Chinese Television Host Questioned in Anti-Corruption Investigation

Authorities detained a Chinese television anchor for questioning Friday, according to state news media reports.
NASA

The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) 45th Anniversary Of The Lunar Landing

Buzz Aldrin and Michael Collins are expected to make an appearance at the 45th birthday celebrations of the Lunar Landing.
Government of Chile

Critics Target Censorship Bills Introduced in Chilean Congress

A recent bill introduced that would criminalize memes spurred critics to take a look at some other recent censorship laws and their effects on Chile.
Sahara Desert

Cuba Dust Clouds: Particles From Africa Sandstorms Travel Across Atlantic Ocean

Dust clouds from the Sahara have been floating over to the Caribbean for some time, but recent years have seen them push past to the UK and even into the mainland U.S. There is no severe health risk. But the clouds prevent rainfall and hurricanes from cooling the area and are known for trapping heat and causing hazy days.
Banana Prices Reach Record Levels

Colombian Cocaine: Shipment Valued at 25M Pounds Seized in UK

Plastic bananas were hiding 25 million pounds of cocaine that were shipped from Colombia to Scotland Yard.

Putin Visits Argentina: Presidents Sign Nuclear Energy Agreement

Russia and Argentina strengthen ties through nuclear energy accord, among others.
Fighting bulls from the ranch of Victoriano Del Rio Cortes run along the Curva de Estafeta during the fourth day of the San Fermin Running Of The Bulls festival, on July 9, 2014 in Pamplona, Spain

Spain Bulls 2014: No One Gored, 3 Injured in Bull Run

No one was Gored in the 6th Bullrun of the San Fermin festival in Spain.
Abuja blast kills 21

Nigerian Police Claim to Have Foiled a Bombing

Nigerian Police claim to have uncovered a plan to bomb the Abuja transport network

Israel-Palestine Conflict Continues: Mosque and Clinic Destroyed by Israeli Attack

Israel will continue attacking Palestine for the next 24 hours amid calls for a cease fire by the U.N.
Central Americans Undertake Grueling Journey Through Mexico To U.S.

Central America & Undocumented Immigrants: Mexico Vows to Restrict Illegal Travel

After a cargo train derailment in Mexico Wednesday, officials vow to curb the influx of illegal passengers risking their lives to enter the U.S. via Mexico.

Pamplona Running of the Bulls: Runner Takes Dangerous Selfie With Animals and Gets Fined

Participants taking selfies during the running of the bulls could face thousands of dollars in fines from festival organizers.
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