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Islamic State: Obama asks Congress to authorise war

There will be no large-scale invasion but the US president wants action.

Clarence Thomas issues strong dissent on gay marriage ruling

Justice Clarence Thomas admonished the Supreme Court after its decision not to issue a stay on Alabama's gay marriage ruling on Monday.

Mormon blogger John Dehlin excommunicated from LDS Church

Controversial blogger John Dehlin is no longer a member of the Church of Latter Day Saints after an excommunication hearing held on Sunday.

Former ISIS member explains why he joined terrorist group, and why he left: 'They see it as something a lot grander than what the reality is'

In a recent interview, he explained his reasons for linking with the terrorists in Syria, and gave an inside look into what life was like as a fighter for the caliphate.

Obama hid support for gay marriage for years, claims former advisor

Former Obama strategist David Axelrod claims in his new book that the US President hid his inclinations toward supporting gay marriage during his 2008 campaign.

Baby girl still waiting for liver donor after dad donates to twin sister

The Wagner family is hoping for a miracle to save one of their twin daughters, after a liver transplant gave the other toddler a fighting chance.

Nigeria: Children 'treated like livestock' in camps for people fleeing Boko Haram

Allegations of rape and child trafficking have led to a new abuse investigation.

Ukraine rebels continue advance, peace prospects fade

Battlefield successes by rebel forces have worsened Kiev's position in negotiations.

Greeks take Europe to the brink as showdown looms over bailout

Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras won a confidence vote in Parliament over his plans.

'Free spirit' Kayla Mueller remembered by friends and family

A moving letter released yesterday expressed her faith in God.

Anonymous targets ISIS: 'You will be treated like a virus, and we are the cure'

Pope Francis calls for peace in Ukraine: 'This is a war between Christians'

Pope Francis calls for peace in Ukraine

Kayla Mueller: U.S. ISIS hostage death confirmed by Obama

US President Barack Obama has confirmed the death of Kayla Mueller, the US aid worker who had been held hostage by Islamic State militants, saying the United States would "find and bring to justice the terrorists who are responsible".

Black boxes show TransAsia Flight 235 lost power to both engines before fatal crash

TransAsia Flight 235 lost power to both engines

At least 19 dead after police and soccer fans clashÂ

Egypt's Premier League matches have been suspended after a riot broke out on Sunday.

Machine gun theme park opens in FloridaÂ

A new Florida theme park is drawing criticism, and droves of eager visitors, just six miles from Disney World.