In a vote presided over by President Obama, the U.N. Security Council has unanimously approved a historic resolution aimed at stopping the flow of foreign extremists to battlefields around the world.
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Stoutaccino? Starbucks Tests Coffee With Beer Flavors
This isn’t the first time beer and coffee flavors have mingled. But the relationship has largely been a one-sided one, with artisanal and specialty beers adopting coffee flavors years ago.
As Scotland Eyes Independence, Poll Gives Edge To Leaving The U.K.
The debate is far from over — and there’s a chance it could continue far beyond the vote. For now, signs urging a “Yes” or a “No” vote on the question of leaving the U.K. are popping up at demonstrations and on buildings.
Serena Williams Wins U.S. Open For 18th Grand Slam Title
Williams’ momentum in the tournament saw her not giving up a single set in a quest to take the last big title of 2014
As Cease-Fire Takes Hold, Big Question In Gaza Becomes What’s Next
Palestinians, Israelis and the world started looking toward the future and began asking a tough question: What’s next?
Russian Convoy Crosses Ukraine Border Despite Kiev’s Protests
After being halted at the border for more than a week, a Russian aid convoy is rumbling into eastern Ukraine without permission, prompting Kiev to label the move a “direct invasion” of sovereign territory.
Same-Sex Marriages On Hold In Virginia After Supreme Court Weighs In
The U.S. Supreme Court has stepped in to block a federal appeals court ruling that would have allowed gay marriages to begin in Virginia on Thursday.
Israel Shoots Down Drone As Clash With Hamas Continues
Exchanges of rockets and airstrikes continue between Israel and militants in Gaza, one week after violence broke out in the area.
Washington State To Start Recreational Pot Sales On Tuesday
Legal marijuana sales are set to begin in Washington state as early as Tuesday after authorities began issuing retail licenses to stores.
Authors Take Opposite Sides On Hachette, Amazon Spat
This week two different sets of authors sent open letters to their “readers” urging them to take one side or the other in the ongoing controversy.