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Iraqi Prime Minister Steps Down

Prime Minster Nouri Al-Maliki is giving up his post. He says he won't be the cause of any bloodshed, and believes his decision to step down will protect the country's interest.

U.S. Considers Evacuating Refugees in Iraq

The White House is considering whether it's feasible to evacuate the 10,000 to 20,000 Iraqis hiding from the militants on a mountain.

U.S. Increases Military Action in Iraq

The United States military is firing off more air strikes against ISIS, also known as ISIL, militants.

Charlotte Man Loses Family to Ebola

Sah Kanda hasn't been to Liberia in 15 years, but now finds himself in the middle of the worst Ebola outbreak ever.

President Obama Authorizes Air Strikes In Iraq

President Obama is ready to launch air strikes on Iraq but he says the US will not be getting into another war there.

President Obama Authorizes Targeted Air Strikes in Iraq

President Obama has authorized U.S. air strikes on Iraq, but says the U.S. will not be getting into another war in the country.

Edward Snowden To Stay In Russia Three More Years

Edward Snowden's lawyer says Russia is granting him permission to stay for three more years.

Russia Releases List Of Banned Imports

The list just came out on imports being banned by Russia and US agriculture products are the target.

Russian Criminals Steal More Than 1 Billion Username Password Combinations

We're following the latest on the massive Russian security breach. A Russian cyber gang is now in possession of 1.2 billion internet user names and password combinations.

U.N. Considers Peace Resolution For Permanent Cease-Fire In Gaza

Several Ambassadors to the United Nations are meeting this morning to consider a resolution that calls for a permanent cease-fire in Gaza.

General Killed in Afghan Attack Identified

Major General Harold Greene was from New York state. He had been helping Afghan soldiers take over control from coalition forces.

Israel and Hamas Agree on 72-Hour Cease Fire

The truce comes after two deadly attacks in Jerusalem. A pedestrian was killed when a man used a bulldozer to flip over a city bus. A soldier was also killed.

Gas Explosion Kills Dozens In Taiwan

Officials expect the death toll to rise after an underground gas explosion ripped through the city.

Gaza Cease-Fire Leaves More Dead

A 72-hour cease-fire between Israel and Hamas is underway.

Experimental Serum Arrives In Western Africa, Only Enough For One

President of Samaritan's Purse Franklin Graham offered an experimental serum to Kent Brantly and Nancy Writebol who are fighting the Ebola virus

Charlotte Missionary Fighting for Life in Africa

A Charlotte missionary is one of two Americans battling Ebola. Nancy Writebol is listed in stable condition.

More Killed In Gaza After Tank Shells Hit U.N. School

At least 15 people were killed after tank shells hit a U.N. school. Hundreds of Palestinians were taking refuge there from Israeli attacks.

Ebola Outbreak Prompts Evacuations from Liberia

The Ebola outbreak in west Africa has Samaritan's Purse and a Charlotte-based medical missionary group evacuating non-essential personnel from Liberia.