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Taliban Storms School In Peshawar, Pakistan; At Least 126 Killed, Including Over 100 Children

The rampage in Pakistan's restive city of Peshawar left about 126 people dead. All six militants who launched the attack are now dead.

Bradley William Stone Manhunt: Custody Dispute Could Be Reason For Pennsylvania Shootings

A massive manhunt for Bradley William Stone, the suspect in the Montgomery County shootings that claimed six lives, is underway.

Philip White, Cop Who Threatened Protesters With 'Duty To Kill' Tweet, Placed On Administrative Leave

Officer Philip White had sent threatening messages to protesters on social media website Twitter.

Canberra Package That Triggered Evacuation At Government Building Deemed 'Non-Suspicious'

The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade in Barton had been evacuated after police received reports of a 'suspicious package.'

Bradley William Stone Manhunt: Search For Montgomery County Shootings Suspect Moves To Bucks County

Bradley William Stone is suspected of killing six people, including his ex-wife, Nicole Stone, in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania.

Who Were Tori Johnson, Katrina Dawson? Parents Of Sydney Siege Victims Release Statement

Tori Johnson and Katrina Dawson were the two victims fatally shot during the Sydney Siege on Monday.

North Korea Human Rights Issues 'Fabricated,' UN Should Investigate 'CIA Torture Crimes': Ambassador Ja Song Nam

North Korea's ambassador to the U.N. also said the "so-called 'human rights issue'" in his country is "politically fabricated."

Abu Anas Al-Libi Case: Bin Laden Letters Sought As Evidence By Federal Prosecutors In Terror Trial

Abu Anas al-Libi is suspected of helping orchestrate the 1998 attacks on U.S. embassies in Kenya and Tanzania.

Immigration Reform 2014: Largest Illegal Immigrant Detention Center Under Construction In Texas

The 50-acre center in Dilley will house up to 2,400 illegal immigrants and include a library, classrooms and a playground.

ISIS-Sydney Connection: Australian PM Says Man Haron Monis Identified With Terrorist Group

Man Haron Monis, the Iranian refugee who was killed after taking hostages in Sydney, identified with the ISIS "death cult," Tony Abbott said.

Can I Tattoo My Cat? Dog And Cat Piercings And Tattoos Banned In New York

People who pierce or tattoo their dog or cat in New York will face 15 days in jail or a $250 fine after a new law was signed banning the practice.

White Christmas 2014: Snow Forecasted For Some States Over The Holidays

Weather forecasters say that snow is headed for a number of U.S. states for the holidays, meaning that a White Christmas is in the cards for many Americans.

Surgeon General Nominee Dr. Vivek Murthy Confirmed By Senate

Dr. Vivek Murthy's confirmation as U.S. surgeon general was impeded by Republicans over his views supporting gun control.

Jeb Bush President 2016: Likely Candidate Visits South Carolina, Says He Would Be A 'Good' Commander In Chief

Jeb Bush visited South Carolina Monday, his second visit in three months to the important early primary state.

NYPD 'Can't Handle The Truth': Police Tweet Villain's Speech From 'A Few Good Men' Movie

The tweet was published after thousands of New Yorkers flooded the city over the weekend to demonstrate against the police killing of Eric Garner.

Jim Kenney, Philadelphia Councilman Who Called Chris Christie A 'Fat Ass,' Isn't Apologizing

“I have a big nose. He’s got a fat ass. It’s what life deals you," Philadelphia Councilman Jim Kenney said a day after his crass tweets about New Jersey's governor.

Sydney Siege Ends: What You Need To Know [PHOTOS]

Two hostages and the gunman, a self-styled Islamic cleric, died following a shootout after midnight.

Oakland Mike Brown, Eric Garner Protest: 13 Protesters Arrested As 250 Demonstrators Storm Police Headquarters

Demonstrators chained the Oakland Police Department headquarters shut and climbed flagpoles, leading to 13 arrests.

CIA Torture Report Poll: Half Of Americans Say Enhanced Interrogation Was 'Justified'

A poll reveals 51 percent of Americans believe CIA torture was "justified" in the years following the Sept. 11, 2001, terror attacks.

For UN Negotiators, Climate Change Deal In Peru Is Just First Step Of Painstaking Process

Over the next year, U.N. members will hammer out the finer details of the landmark climate accord unveiled Sunday.

Sydney Siege May Have Been 'ISIS-Inspired,' But Lone-Wolf Attacks Are Not Militant Operations

"Lone-wolf" attackers are not required to pledge allegiance to a terrorist group, nor do they have to coordinate their moves.

Gambia ‘Getting Away With Murder’ As European Donors Grapple With Funding Effort

Poor nations with questionable human rights records are finding generous donors outside the Western world.

Philadelphia-Area Shooting Spree: 5 Dead, Cops Surrounding Souderton Home In Manhunt

Police surrounded a home in suburban Philadelphia where they believe a shooting suspect barricaded himself after killing six people.

Newtown Massacre Victims' Families Sue Bushmaster, Angering Gun Rights Advocates

A Sandy Hook Elementary School teacher who was shot during the massacre and nine victims' families sue Bushmaster, the maker of the rifle used by Adam Lanza.

Sen. Schumer Calls For Federal Investigation Of Rising Airfares Despite Industry's 'Record Profits'

The senator says that fuel prices are they lowest they've been in decades, but consumers are paying higher airline ticket prices.

Mexico's Vigilantes Resurface, Faulting Government For Failing To Take Down Knights Templar Cartel

The so-called self-defense groups donned AK-47s and blockaded roads, saying the government wasn't protecting them from the cartels.

Sydney Siege Update: Man Haron Monis, Hostage Reportedly Killed

Officials said the shooter, a self-styled Islamic cleric from Iran, had a long arrest record with Sydney authorities.

In New Advance, Syrian Islamist Rebels Capture Key Army Bases In Idlib Province, Open Road To Damascus

Islamist factions in Syria have captured key army bases, giving them access to a road that leads directly to the capital.

The Latest Controversy Around The Mistral Warship: Armed Russian Marines Guarding The Vladivostok?

Russian marines may have boarded the warship that France doesn't want to deliver to Russia.

Jewish Community In Australia Under Lockdown Since Sydney Siege

Several Jewish institutions have beefed up security measures after a gunman took dozens of people hostage at a café in Sydney.