Dennis Lynch

Breaking News Reporter

Graduate of the University of Massachusetts Amherst's fine Journalism program. Traveling will be a part of my job, I've got my eyes on South America, the Middle East, Africa, Eastern Europe and east Asia. Off-time is spent playing and listening to music, and trying to understand jazz.

Freedom Act Vote: US House Overwhelmingly Votes To End Bulk Data Collection

The end of bulk data collection is expected to meet strong opposition in the Senate.

Bee Colony Loss Report: One In Four Colonies Lost Over Last Year

Bees are the backbone of America's multibillion-dollar agricultural industry, but they are dying at alarming rates.

What Is The Difference Between A Train Conductor And An Engineer?

Conductors and engineers are not the same thing. The former is a type of supervisor, while the latter directly operates locomotives.

Amtrak Train Disaster: 106 MPH Speed Clocked, Emergency Brakes Applied In Full

Full “engineer induced braking” occurred at that speed — more than twice the designated speed limit — and within seconds the train had derailed, according to the NTSB.

Yemen Peace Talks: Russian UN Ambassador Calls For Dialogue

The rest of the U.N. Security Council called on Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon to mediate a peace conference.

Who Is Hyon Yong-Chol? North Korean Defense Minister Executed For Dozing At Military Event

Hyon Yong-Chol was charged with treason for falling asleep at a military event attended by Kim Jong Un.

Kerry-Putin Meeting Hailed As Step In Right Direction

With a looming Iran nuclear deal deadline, a ceasefire in Ukraine barely holding and Syria in ruins, smiles and handshakes go a long way.

Yemen Ceasefire: Violations Threaten Peace Before 5-Day Humanitarian Truce Can Even Set In

Reports of isolated shelling and fighting could unravel a ceasefire just hours after it was declared.

TPP Fast Track Vote: Why Trans-Pacific Partnership Deal Didn’t Pass The Senate

Senate Democrats want more trade protections in the Trans-Pacific Partnership pact and likely won't support any bill that doesn't have what they want included.

Homophobia In Sports Report: Troubling Trends Clear, But Progress Can Be Made At Personal Level

The first report of its kind reveals homophobia is widespread both in team sports and among fan bases, but progress isn't impossible.

London Protests: Violence Feared As Anti-Tory Demonstrations Meet Police

Seventeen people were arrested in clashes following the Conservative Party's surprise victory in the U.K. general elections.

Macedonia Terror Operation: Police Fighting Street-To-Street With 'Foreign' Group

Smoke, explosions and gunfire filled the streets of Kumanovo Saturday as Macedonian police fought a "well-trained terrorist group."

Liberia Declared Ebola-Free By World Health Organization, But Risk Remains High

The collapse of Liberia's weak health-care system under Ebola left few resources to address other threats such as polio and measles.

American Aid Workers In Ukraine Released By Russian-Backed Rebels

So-called prime minister of the self-proclaimed Donetsk People's Republic says one of two aid workers is "CIA agent" but offers no proof.

Freddie Gray Trial: Marilyn Mosby Must Recuse Herself, Says Defense Motion

A 107-page motion calls for the Baltimore City State's attorney to recuse herself from the Freddie Gray trial and to dismiss all criminal charges against six police officers.

UK Immigration: Conservative Victory in Britain Could Mean Tough Road Ahead For Migrants

David Cameron is beholden to promises to cap migration and delay benefits for migrants, which could be a disaster for foreigners in the U.K.

European Union UK Membership: European Commission Expects David Cameron To 'Make The Case' For Britain's Continued Association

The European Union's leadership expects Cameron to stave off calls for a British exit from the European bloc.

UK Election Results 2015: Conservatives Head For 'Wafer-Thin' Majority; SNP Sweeps Labour Out

Polls had predicted a tight race but David Cameron’s Conservative Party overturned predictions with a surprising and emphatic win.

UK Election Results 2015: Polls Closed, Votes Rolling In

In an especially tight U.K. election, Conservatives are on course to win the most seats, though full results are still unknown.

UK Elections Results 2015 Livestream: How To Watch Live Coverage Of The Tight Race For Parliament

British news outlets are all over what is expected to be one of the tightest races for parliament in decades. Watch here.

UK General Elections 2015: A Cheat Sheet Guide To The Tight Election

Maybe you haven't heard, but British voters go to the polls on Thursday to vote for a new parliament. It is expected to be one of the tightest general elections in recent history.

Rick Santorum To Announce 2016 Decision On May 27

The former Pennsylvania senator would be making his second bid for the White House if he announces a run.

Hillary Clinton Opinion Poll: 9% Jump From Late March For Democratic Hopeful

The boost comes despite scrutiny over her foundation's finances and her use of private email as secretary of state.

Senate Budget Agreement Narrowly Passes, All 46 Democrats Oppose

The budget passed 51-46, with all 46 Democratic senators voting no. The first House-Senate budget proposal since 2009, it ratifies a plan to slash spending by $5.3 trillion.