Costa Rica Recognizes First Gay Common-Law Marriage With Central America's First Legally Recognized Same-Sex Relationship
By granting a gay common-law marriage, a Costa Rican judge set a new precedent for Central America.
South African Zulu King Mercedes Car Binge Leaves Former Finance Director Suffering From 'Stress'
Goodwill Zwelithini's former money handler alleged that the king's unrestricted spending drove him mad.
Gun Restoration Rights Bill Approved By House, Would Allow Felons To Petition For Firearm Ownership
A new amendment allows people legally forbidden from obtaining firearms to petition the government to restore their Second Amendment rights.
Islamic State Nuclear Weapons: ISIS Claims It Can Smuggle Devices Through Nigeria, Mexico To The United States
In its propaganda magazine, the Islamic State group suggests the possibility of bringing a nuclear weapon to the United States through drug routes.
Guantanamo Bay Torture: Sexual Abuse Worse Than 2014 Senate Report Indicated, Detainee Claims
Majid Khan's recently disclosed account of his time in Guantanamo goes beyond what was previously stated in the Senate report released last year, Reuters reported.
Yangtze Cruise Ship Disaster: Capsize Came As China Bolstered Domestic Tourism On Ships
The overturning of the Eastern Star cruise ship raised safety concerns as China develops its domestic tourism industry.
Nara Pech Laos Conspiracy: Canadian Family Seeks Answers After Mysterious Airport Death
Nara Pech was found dead while detained at Wattay International Airport in Laosm after leaving a voicemail on his parents' phone expressing fear for his life.
Paris Love Lock Bridge History: Why Romantic Gesture Irks Preservationists
Padlocks from around the world are to be removed from the Pont Des Arts bridge over the next few days in Paris.
Islamic State Forcing Beards On Men In Mosul: ISIS Warns About Immorality Of Shaving
Since last June, the group has instituted strict puritanical laws throughout Mosul, a city of 2 million.
Driver's Licenses For Immigrants: With New Law, Nebraska Becomes Final State To Give Driving Rights To Undocumented
Immigrants with temporary work visas granted by the Obama administration can now have driving rights in all 50 states, a landmark moment for immigrants across the nation.
Jalisco Drug Cartel In Mexico Swears Vengeance After Suspicious Deaths Of Gang Members
A recording allegedly by the Jalisco New Generation Cartel calls for revenge against the Mexican government after a deadly confrontation with federal police.
Native American LGBT Discrimination: Obama Administration Pushing Housing Protections For Gays On Tribal Land
The Obama administration is pushing for new rules to ban discriminatory practices in federally funded Native American housing projects.
Nebraska Drivers Licenses For Immigrants: Lawmakers Override Governor Veto To Give Documents To Obama Work Visa Recipients
The Nebraska legislature voted Thursday to override the governor's veto of a bill that allows children of undocumented immigrants to receive driver licenses.
Indiana Racked Up $1.4 Million In Attorney Fees Defending Gay Marriage Ban
The state of Indiana paid more than $1.4 million in attorney fees fighting, and failing, to preserve its same-sex marriage ban.
Muslims Asked About Martyrdom, Religion By US Border Officials At Entry Ports
"What house of worship do you attend?" and "Do you have any relatives or friends who have been martyred fighting in the defense of your beliefs?" are among the questions.
Chris Connelly Replaces Bill Simmons On ESPN's 'Grantland,' Named Interim Editor-In-Chief
Veteran journalist Chris Connelly has been named Bill Simmons' temporary successor to lead Grantland.
Guantanamo Military Leaders Ban Hamburgers, Pizza At Inmate-Lawyer Meetings Amidst Widespread Hunger Strike
A new ban on bringing food to legal conferences with prisoners at Guantanamo has lawyers worried about damaged client relationships
Israel Condemns Dutch Textbook That Portrays Israeli Leaders As Murderers Of Arabs
The Israeli Embassy in Holland criticized a Dutch textbook citing "murder" committed in Israel's founding and describing ex-Prime Minister Menachem Begin as a '"terrorist and a radical."
