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“Bernie Sanders sees crowds in Iowa”: His poll numbers grow; Threatens both Martin O'Malley and Hillary Clinton's popularity in Iowa?

Bernie Sanders has drawn more crowds in Iowa. Other presidential candidates for the 2016 elections have to increase their poll.

Jun 02, 2015 12:34 AM EDT


Paris Officials Remove Love Locks From Pont Des Arts Bridge Due To Added Weight On Infrastructure

Paris officials already started to remove the padlocks that have been placed on the Pont Des Arts bridge. The main reason for this was that the added weight on the infrastructure was the cause of a collapse on one of the railings last year.

Jun 02, 2015 12:19 AM EDT


Fact-checking: Lindsey Graham and his journey to 2016

He has a reputation of a conservative problem solver and one of the strongest proponents of a robust national defense. A person who is consistently pushed for outcomes in War on Terror that protects the national security interest. Foreign policy is his bragging rights. He is none other than, Lindsey Graham.

Jun 02, 2015 12:12 AM EDT


Chinese ship sinks at Yangtze River, 1 dead, 30 rescued; rescue ops underway for over 400 mostly elderly tourists

A Chinese ship sunk at the Yangtze River with 458 passengers on board who were mostly aged tourists. Rescue operations are ongoing with 30 people already rescued while 1 has been confirmed dead.

Jun 01, 2015 11:56 PM EDT


Lion Kills American Tourist in South Africa Animal park

Another animal attack has been reported in The Lion Park. What does this say for the park's future?

Jun 01, 2015 11:50 PM EDT


Islamic State Claims Suicide Attack in Libya, five dead; Missing Libyan Parliament member found dead

The Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (Isil) group claims responsibility for a suicide attack outside the Libyan city of Misrata on Sunday, which killed five people and wounded eight, local militia officer said. IS group posted in their Twitter accounts that they are behind the attack. Missing lawmaker from Tripoli was recently found dead.

Jun 01, 2015 11:38 PM EDT


Iran now working on several options in case of Security Council’s ‘snapback’ against Tehran

The six world powers talked about the 'snapback' of sanctions on Iran if the latter breaks their side of the agreement. The council and the six powers are monitoring Tehran's nuclear program via reports from the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). A senior Iranian diplomat revealed that Iran is also coming up with several options in case the other side of the party breaks their terms of agreement.

Jun 01, 2015 9:59 PM EDT


Two People Stabbed At A Tufts University Frat House, Police Are Questioning One Student

Two people have been stabbed at a frat house at the Tufts University. These people are not affiliated with the university and police are already investigating about the stabbing incident.

Jun 01, 2015 7:54 PM EDT


Greek Exit Can Damage Trust, Warns EU's Juncker

EU's Juncker warns that Greek exit from the euro zone could damage trust in the single currency. This could provoke international investors to pull out of Europe.

Jun 01, 2015 10:21 AM EDT


Avago to buy Broadcom for $37 billion; Deal deemed to be the largest acquisition in technology this year

Avago Technologies Ltd to buy Broadcom Corp for $37 billion. The purchase of Broadcom by Avago is second largest deal this year. Broadcom connectivity chips are used widely in smartphones made by Apple Inc and Samsung Electronics

Jun 01, 2015 10:15 AM EDT


China defends reclamation of islands in the South China Sea

During the top security forum held last weekend, officials and representatives from different countries tackled the growing concern over China's reclamation of islands in the South China Sea. United States senator John McCain refused to abide by the 12-nautical mile zone and said that doing so would be "de facto recognition of Chinese sovereignty." China's spokesperson, Admiral Sun Jianguo, however, insisted that the reclamation of islands were based on "legal and historical evidence" and that its sole purpose is to improve the living conditions of the people stationed in the area.

Jun 01, 2015 10:09 AM EDT


Human Rights Watch: Should the United States urge the 10-member coalition to stop using cluster munitions?

The recent attacks in Yemen took the lives of many people, including a child and at least six civilians. Human Rights Watch recently visited the Saada province in northern Yemen and their research points out that the Saudi-led coalition is using cluster munitions. The New York-based organization calls on the 10-member coalition including their supporters to stop the use of such weapons.

Jun 01, 2015 9:59 AM EDT