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Google Withdraws From ALEC Over Climate Change

Sep 24, 2014 10:23 AM EDT

Google has pulled its support from right-wing group American Legislative Exchange Council (ALEC) citing a conflict with the latter's stance on Washington's action on climate change.

Former McCain Aide Slams Rand Paul For Daesh Photo Remarks, Labels Him Conspiracy Fetishist

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Sep 24, 2014 08:58 AM EDT

An ex-aide to Sen. John McCain (R-Az.) lashed out at Sen. Rand Paul (R-Ky.) for insinuating the former had consorted with Islamic State militants, also known as Daesh, and called him a conspiracy theorist who does not stand a chance of winning in the 2016 presidential elections.

A fighter of the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) holds an ISIL flag and a weapon on a street in the city of Mosul, June 23, 2014.

Western Nations Defend Against Home-Grown ISIL Militants

Christl Leong |

Sep 23, 2014 09:46 PM EDT

Countries that took a stand against the Islamic State in Iraq and Syria (ISIL) are implementing safeguards to prevent nationals from joining the group's cause and from subsequently returning home to carry out the same acts.

China Will Play Bigger Role In HK Affairs

Christl Leong |

Sep 23, 2014 02:36 AM EDT

Chinese President Xi Jinping intends to retain the "one country, two systems" policy in Hong Kong but implied that the central government would play a bigger role in the region's affairs.

French Interior Minister Bernard Cazeneuve at a news conference at the Interior Ministry in Paris, June 1, 2014.

France ‘Not Afraid’ Of ISIL Threat; Won’t Back Down

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Sep 23, 2014 12:07 AM EDT

France has reiterated it will remain steadfast in its fight against terror group Islamic State in Iraq and Syria (ISIL) amid threats from the latter to kill "spiteful and filthy French."

A man explains ObamaCare at a health insurance enrollment event in Commerce California, March 31, 2014.

Tax Refunds Cut For ObamaCare Recipients

Christl Leong |

Sep 22, 2014 10:17 PM EDT

One of the advantages of the Affordable Care Act (ACA), commonly known as ObamaCare, is the opportunity to receive tax credits upfront to save on overall health insurance costs. Now, thousands of ObamaCare recipients may actually be liable to pay back a portion of that tax credit next year.

Perry, Cruz Hint At 2016 Presidential Bid

Christl Leong |

Sep 22, 2014 10:42 AM EDT

Texas politicians Sen. Ted Cruz and Gov. Rick Perry hint at possible 2016 presidential bids, but offered no commitments during interviews at the Texas Tribune Festival this weekend.

Immigration Top Priority For Hispanic Voters

Christl Leong |

Sep 22, 2014 09:07 AM EDT

Majority of Hispanics in the U.S. believe immigration is the most important problem facing the country today, underscoring the role of Hispanic voters in the upcoming midterm elections.

China’s Xi Jinping Calls For ‘Consultative Democracy’ At 65th CPPCC Anniversary

Christl Leong |

Sep 22, 2014 05:01 AM EDT

Xi hails "consultative democracy" as China celebrates 65th anniv of CPPCC

Elderly people exercise in a park in Hanoi, Vietnam

ASEAN Vows Cooperation On Health Care Policies

Christl Leong |

Sep 20, 2014 04:09 AM EDT

The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) has pledged to strengthen cooperation in addressing healthcare issues in the region towards a healthier and sustainable ASEAN community.

ISIL, Terrorism And National Security Concerns For American People, GOP Takes Advantage

Christl Leong |

Sep 20, 2014 03:30 AM EDT

America has grown increasingly concerned of the rising threat of the Islamic State, also known as ISIL or ISIS. Recent polls and election campaigns suggest issues on national security and war against terrorism may be motivating factors for voters to head to upcoming polls in November.

Obama Administration To Push Through With Taiwan Arms Deal Despite Opposition from China

Man Jumps Fence And Makes It Inside White House

Christl Leong |

Sep 20, 2014 01:50 AM EDT

An unarmed man on Friday jumped the White House's north fence and made it all the way inside the North Portico building's doors before being apprehended, said Secret Service spokesperson Brian Leary.

Obama Names Indian-American Richard Verma As Ambassador To India

Christl Leong |

Sep 19, 2014 05:42 AM EDT

U.S. President Barack Obama on Thursday nominated Indian-American Richard Verma as the country's ambassador to New Delhi in a move aimed at bridging gaps and strengthening bilateral partnership.

Scotland Rejects Independence From UK In Historic Vote With Unprecedented Turnout

Christl Leong |

Sep 19, 2014 05:32 AM EDT

Scotland voters rejected independence from United Kingdom in a record-breaking turnout that resulted in 55-44 percent in favor of retaining the union established since 1707.

Voters wait for the polling station to open to cast their vote in Portobello near Edinburgh, Scotland, on Thursday.

Scottish Voters Await Results Of Independence Referendum

Christl Leong |

Sep 18, 2014 11:34 PM EDT

More than 4 million voters are waiting with bated breath for the results of the polls of Scotland's independence referendum, an historic moment that could put a stop to the nation's 307-year union with UK.