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The End Of Julia Gillard: Australian Prime Minister Loses Party Leadership, Quits Politics

Rudd’s victory may be hollow and short-lived – polls suggest Labor will lose the general election.

Czech Republic President Appoints Economic Advisor Jiri Rusnok As New Prime Minister Amid Opposition From Rival Parties

Rusnok aims to complete 2014's budget for the country struggling through 18 months of recession.

Supreme Court Strikes Down Defense Of Marriage Act In Major Gay Rights Victory

In a 5-4 decision Wed., the U.S. high court ruled that the Defense of Marriage Act is unconstitutional - a big win for marriage equality.

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Myanmar Delays Telecom Licenses Award To Foreign Firms Until A New Telecoms Law Is In Effect

We will know only after a telecoms law, which includes proposals drawn up under the junta and possibly violates freedom of expression, is passed.

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Ryan Winkler Deletes 'Uncle Thomas' Tweet, Issues Apology To Justice Clarence Thomas After Voting Rights Act Decision

Democratic Minnesota State Rep. Ryan Winkler referred to Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas as "Uncle Thomas" after he voted to annul a key part of the Voting Rights Act.

Riots In Western China’s Xinjiang Region Kill 27; Ethnic Minority Uighur Group Says Government Repression Causing Tensions

At least 27 people were killed Wednesday in riots in western China’s Xinjiang region beset with tensions between the Uighur and Han communities.

India Seeks Gentler, Kinder Border Ceremony With Bangladesh, In Contrast To Aggressive Theatrics On Pakistan Border

India and Bangladesh hope to stage peaceful, congenial border ceremonies, unlike the Pakistan frontier aggression and tension.

Uruguay, With The Most Liberal Abortion Laws In Latin America, Will Not Hold A Referendum Against It

In spite of a campaign to outlaw abortion, the Latin American nation with the most liberal law is keeping it.

Air New Zealand, Air Pacific, Korean Air And Other Asian Airlines Join Ban On Shark Fin Cargo

Several airlines in Asia Pacific have heeded conservationists' call this week to end the transport of shark fins and other shark parts.

India's RBI Restricts Lending Against Gold, Gold linked ETFs, Mutual Funds By Rural Banks To Curb Heavy Imports

India's central bank imposed restrictions on lending against gold by rural banks to discourage demand and reduce imports.

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US Army To Cut 80,000 Soldiers By 2017, Scrap $400 Million Worth Construction Projects In Massive Restructuring Plan Due To Federal Budget Restraints

The U.S. Army, in a major overhaul spread over the next five years, will relocate thousands of soldiers and scrap multi-million dollar projects.

Who Is Wendy Davis? Texas Senator Fillibusters For 11 Hours To Defeat Abortion Bill

A few facts about Sen. Wendy Davis, the Texas senator who fillibustered for hours 11 without a break to defeat the abortion bill.

Nelson Mandela Died? South African Hero Still In Critical Condition

South African hero Nelson Mandela remains in critical condition and will not be able to see President Obama during his visit.

Halle Berry Testifies For California To Keep Paparazzi From Harassing Celebrities' Children

Actress Halle Berry testified on Tuesday in support of legislation that will increase limits on paparazzi, preventing them from harassing celebrities' children.

Anthony Weiner Now Leading Democratic Race For New York City Mayor Over Christine Quinn: Poll

Anthony Weiner, the former congressman who resigned two years ago over a sexting scandal, now leads the Democratic race for mayor of New York City.

Democrat Markey Leading In Mass. Senate Election

Rep. Ed Markey defeated Republican Gabriel Gomez for John Kerry's seat.

UN Peacekeeping Force In Mali: Overheated, Under-Equipped But On Schedule

The UN Security Council has approved the deployment of a peacekeeping force to begin operations in the West African country on July 1.

RFK Jr. Arrested With Daryl Hannah, Connor Kennedy And Other Activists During Keystone XL Oil Pipeline Protest

The Keystone Pipeline Is Not Dead Yet, Activists Say

Obama said the tar sands pipeline should be approved only if it will not drive climate change. But activists aren't claiming victory yet.

George Zimmerman Trial Joke: Don West's Knock-Knock Joke Falls Flat During Opening Arguments

George Zimmerman's attorney, Don West, apologized for his attempt at humor during the trial.

Workers Of Detained American Executive Chip Starnes Speak Out, Claim They Haven't Been Paid In Months

The Chinese workers who are holding hostage American CEO Chip Starnes say he has not paid in months.

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How Nelson Mandela Saved South Africa From Sinking Into Civil War 20 Years Ago

Chris Hani's killing shook the very foundations of the surging anti-apartheid movement, leading to many calls from blacks and others for retaliation and even a race war.

Economic Impacts Of Obama's Climate Plan: Gauging The Cost Of Carbon Capture

Existing carbon capture methods eat up money and energy -- but cheaper, more efficient methods are on the horizon.

Penny Pritzker Confirmed As Commerce Secretary After Senate Approves 97-1

The full U.S. Senate confirmed Obama's choice as Commerce secretary.

A Political Relationship With Edward Snowden Could Jeopardize Ecuador's Economic Relationship With The US

Ecuador's asylum talks with Snowden come just weeks ahead of the U.S. Congress' vote to renew a unique trade deal to benefit Ecuador.

Obama: Emissions Will Be ‘Critical’ To Keystone Decision

President Obama said greenhouse gas emissions will play a major role in determining whether the Keystone XL pipeline is built.

Sen. Wendy Davis Filibuster Live Stream: Watch The Texas Senator Try To Defeat Abortion Bill

Watch Sen. Wendy Davis attempt to filibuster the Texas abortion bill into defeat via a live stream of the state senate session.

Turkey membership Talks Suspended After EU Decides Recent Violent Streak Is Unacceptable

The EU gave Turkey a probationary period regarding how it handles basic rights of citizens, an official said.

Brazil’s Dilma Rousseff Announces Harsher Punishment For Corruption; Wants More Foreign Doctors For Healthcare System

Brazilian President Dilma Rousseff has listened to the protesters and announced a series of reforms stemming from their demands.

'Capturing The Friedmans' Subject Jesse Friedman Wasn't Wrongfully Convicted Of 1980s Sex Abuse: DA

A report disputed Jesse Friedman's claims that he was wrongfully convicted of abusing boys on Long Island.

China's Internet Media, Now Responsible For Revealing Corruption

Reports show that new media outlets like Weibo have revealed government corruption in China more than traditional outlets.

Amnesty International Paints Grim Picture Of Homophobia In Sub-Saharan Africa

Homosexuality is currently considered a criminal offense in 38 African nations.

G20's Financial Stability Board Set To Reform Key Interest Rate After Scandals Of 2012

Central bank representatives from the world's richest countries will lead a reform initiative for Libor, the interest rate that affects mortgages and other loan products.