Jess McHugh

Breaking News Reporter -- Europe

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Jess McHugh reports on Europe for the breaking news team. A Yale alum, she has previously worked for CNN, McSweeney's, and The Missing Slate and reported from France, Senegal, San Francisco, and DC. When's she's not writing about French politics, she boxes and knits scarves.

Italy Same-Sex Civil Union Bill Passes Senate; Major Changes Criticized By LGBT Groups

A clause allowing adoption of a partner’s biological child was stricken from the proposal.

Ireland Elections 2016: Polls Wane For Establishment Parties As Voters Turn To Anti-Austerity Candidates

Despite strong economic results, ruling party Fine Gael has done little to help lower-income citizens, critics say ahead of Friday's vote.

Alleged Sex Abuse Victim Swindled 158 Catholic Priests Out Of $330,000 In Vengeance Scam

The French man, identified only as Michael, stole money from nearly 160 priests.

Flight MH370 Update: Families File Lawsuits As Search For Malaysia Airlines Boeing Aircraft Set To End

Families have filed suits against a variety of entities, from Boeing to the Malaysian government.

Brexit Polls 2016: ‘Leave’ EU Support Drops Ahead Of Referendum Vote As Citizens Debate Pros And Cons

Support for a British exit from the European Union has waned since Britain's prime minister negotiated a compromise, a poll shows.

Brothers Grimm Facts: 9 Quotes, Stories And Fairy Tales For Author Wilhelm's Birthday

The Grimm brothers were almost deported in 1830.

Flight MH370 Update: Search For Malaysian Plane To End? Families Demand More Time From Authorities

The plane disappeared from radar nearly two years ago, and its search period is set to end in March.

Marijuana Legalization 2016 Ohio: Pot Amendment For Ballot Advocated For By Cannabis Policy Group

A 2015 vote on the legalization of medical and recreational marijuana failed, but activists are gearing up for a new battle in the coming months.

Paris Terror Attacks Update: Timeline Coincidence Implicated Prostitute, Lover As Fourth ISIS Cell

The pair's trajectory the night of the attacks mirrored that of the terrorists, causing suspicion among police.

Denmark Refugee Crisis Update: Copenhagen Extends Border Controls Within Schengen Zone

The announcement Tuesday comes as concerns over the refugee crisis and the threat of Islamic extremism have risen.

UK-EU Brexit Controversy 2016: London Mayor Boris Johnson Eyes Prime Minister Seat Ahead Of Referendum Vote?

Boris Johnson’s announcement to support pro-Brexit campaigners seemed a turnaround from previous statements.

Oil Prices 2016 News: After OPEC ‘Ceiling’ Talk, What’s Next For Production?

Despite the recent discussion of a crude production freeze, oil prices remain at very low levels around the world.

EU Brexit 2016 Controversy: Amid IPSOS Polls, Experts Warn Of Security And Financial Risks Of Referendum Vote

Conservative Party politician Boris Johnson announced Sunday he would support the campaign seeking a British exit from the European Union.

Who Is Marlene Ricketts? Secret Anti-Trump Donor Revealed As Chicago Cubs Owner

The Ricketts family has long been involved in Republican Party politics.

BET 'Black Lives Matter' Democratic TV Special Live Updates: Clinton And Sanders Discuss Racism And Equality

BET sat down with both Democratic hopefuls Sunday to discuss their plans for equality in the country.

‘Making A Murderer’ Update: Netflix Steven Avery Documentary Criticized In New Teresa Halbach Murder Book

The author of the new book on Steven Avery claims to offer evidence that the Netflix docuseries ignored or distorted.

Freedom Of Expression Controversy France: Rapper Orelsan Sexism Trial Echoes Public Outcry Over Rick Ross, Eminem

The rapper was first summoned over lyrics from a 2009 performance.

ISIS Foreign Fighter Recruitment On Twitter Slowed As Propaganda Social Media Accounts Shut Down

While the number of groups has remained the same, their effectiveness and number of followers have dwindled.

Colorado Marijuana Legalization 2016: Denver Crime Increase Not Related To Pot, Data Shows

Marijuana-related offenses accounted for around 1 percent of all crime in Colorado's capital.

Cyberattacks Increase As Companies Lack Malware, Hacking Security: Report

Groups rather than individuals commit the vast majority of cybercrime, according to a new IBM report.

ISIS In Europe 2016: More Paris-Style ‘Sleeper Cell’Attacks In EU Expected, Defense Experts Warn

Future terrorism attempts in Europe are expected to be larger in scale than the Paris attacks, say security analysts.

An aerial view shows Pagasa Island, part of the disputed Spratly group of islands, in the South China Sea

South China Sea Controversy Update: At ASEAN Vietnam Urges Greater US Involvement In Spratly Islands

China's claims over the disputed South China Sea are a focal point of the ASEAN conference.

Who Was Boutros Boutros-Ghali? 5 Quotes And A ‘Seinfeld’ Reference To Honor Former UN Secretary General

Boutros Boutros-Ghali, an Egyptian diplomat who was the first African and Arab to hold the position, served during a period rife with conflict.

Could Guns Have Stopped Paris Terror Attacks? Eagles Of Death Metal Frontman Jesse Hughes Mourns Victims In Interview

"Until no one has guns, everyone must have one," Eagles of Death Metal frontman Jesse Hughes said of the attacks that left 130 dead.

Deutsche Bahn Rail To Integrate Electric Cars, As German Consumers Shift Away From Train Travel

State-owned Deutsche Bahn will incorporate electric and hybrid vehicles as it responds to competition from other modes of transport.

Who Bombed Doctors Without Borders Hospital In Syria? MSF Slams ‘Deliberate’ Airstrike

Doctors Without Borders condemned a Monday airstrike that killed up to 50 people, saying it was carried out by the Syrian regime or Russian warplanes.