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11/24/2024 07:29:37 am

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Direct Invasion

Kiev Accuses Russia of 'Direct Invasion' as Aid Convoy Crosses into Ukraine

After a week of delays, Russia finally sent its humanitarian rolling across the border into Ukraine - without Ukraine's approval, and without a Red Cross escort. Kiev calls the Russian a "direct invasion."

OKC Cop

Oklahoma City PD Cop Jailed for Rape, Sex Offenses While on Patrol

A three-year veteran of the Oklahoma City police department - who also played high school and college footbal - has been arrested and is now in jail for raping women while on patrol.

Little League Trying Hard to Shield Pitching Sensation Mo'ne Davis from Commercialism

Thirteen-year-old pitching sensation Mo'ne Davis has started a new trend in Little League baseball. And it is of the commercial kind.

Hagel and Dempsey

James Foley Kidnappers Demanded US$132 million Ransom in 2013, Says Employer

Islamic State militants holding American journalist James Foley had demanded ransom amounting to US$132 million for his release, Global Post said Wednesday.

Guarding Mosul

U.S. Launches New Strikes in Wake of James Foley Murder

The United States resumed airstrikes against Islamic State targets in Iraq Thursday.

International Manhunt Underway for James Foley Executioner

Intelligence agencies in the west have joined hands in an effort to identify the man who fronted for Islamic State and beheaded American journalist James Foley.

Ice Bucket Challenge

Ex-President George W. Bush Takes On Ice Bucket Challenge

Former U.S. President George W. Bush has become the biggest name so far to take part in the ice bucket challenge. He's challenging Bill Clinton to do it next.

Ballmer Retires

Steve Ballmer Steps Down as Microsoft Board Director

Steve Ballmer Steps Down as Microsoft Board Director

Hamas Tunnels

Israel Orders New Air Strikes against Targets in Gaza after Hamas Fires Rockets

Israel has again ordered air strikes at Hamas targets inside Gaza, in response to three rockets fired into Israel hours before the expiration of a 24-hour extended ceasefire.

Drug Users

Jackie Chan's Son Arrested for Marijuana Use and Possession

Jackie Chan’s son Jaycee was arrested and detained in Beijing for possession of marijuana. Police found at least 100 grams (3.5 ounces) of the illegal drug in his house.

Monday in Ferguson

No Curfew in Ferguson, MO as National Guard Takes Over

There will be no curfew in Ferguson, Missouri Monday night, as troops of the state's National Guard start deploying to help local authorities maintain peace and order in the St. Louis suburb.

KSA Embassy

Commando-looking Men Attack Saudi Prince's Convoy in Paris, Take off with 200,000 Euros

French police are investigating a possible inside job after heavily armed men attacked a convoy of cars accompanying a Saudi Arabian prince.

National Guard deploys to Ferguson MO

Missouri Gov Orders National Guard to Ferguson to Keep Law and Order

Missouri Governor Jay Nixon has signed orders for the state National Guard to deploy to Ferguson, as protests turned violent Sunday night.

Biking Obama

Obama Breaks Two-Week Vacation to Address Pressing Issues

United States President Barack Obama planned to go to work Sunday night, to lead crucial consultations about various domestic and international issues in the White House.

Thousand of Pro-China Hongkong Residents March vs. Occupy Central Plans

Thousands of pro-China residents marched through the streets of Hongkong Sunday to protest plans by pro-democracy activists to paralyze the city later this year.

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