In a new rule released on Tuesday, the Internal Revenue Service says it will treat bitcoin and other virtual currencies as property.
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Sub-Hunting Planes Use High-Tech Gear To Search For Flight 370
Two of the most advanced maritime surveillance aircraft are being pressed into service to search for possible wreckage from Malaysia Airlines Flight 370 in the middle of the Indian Ocean.
Senators Want Watchdog To Investigate Federal Prosecutorial Misconduct
A new report from the Project on Government Oversight documents 650 ethics infractions including recklessness and misconduct by Justice Department lawyers over the past decade or so.
Missing Jet Was Way Off Course, Malaysian Air Force Gen. Says
There’s no sign yet of Malaysia Airlines Flight 370 — the Boeing 777 with 239 people aboard that disappeared early Saturday while on a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Beijing.
Russia’s Parliament Approves Putin’s Call For Troops In Ukraine
Russia’s parliament has unanimously approved a request by President Vladimir Putin to authorize the intervention of Moscow’s forces in Ukraine until “the normalization of the political situation” there. In response, Ukraine put its own forces on alert and warned that a Russian invasion would spark war between the two countries.
Federal Judge Rules Kentucky Must Recognize Gay Marriages
U.S. District Judge John G. Heyburn ruled on Thursday that Kentucky must recognize same-sex marriages performed in states where they are legal.
Mexican Drug Cartel Kingpin Captured In Joint U.S.-Mexico Raid
The head of Mexico’s Sinaloa drug cartel, Joaquin “El Chapo” Guzman, was captured overnight by U.S. and Mexican officials in the Pacific coastal town of Mazatlan.
Justice Dept. Asks For Help Finding Prisoners Who Deserve Clemency
The second-in-command at the Justice Department met Tuesday with defense lawyers and interest groups to identify the cases of worthy prisoners who could qualify for clemency.
Soldiers’ ‘Fun’ Photo With Flag-Draped Coffin Sparks Outrage
Two photos posted on Instagram by a member of the Wisconsin National Guard have caused an uproar on social media.
Coming Out Has Complicated Player’s Prospects, NFL Execs Say
Michael Sam has been a star defensive end at the University of Missouri. He’s been an All-American and The Associated Press SEC Defensive Player of the Year.