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Free Skin Cancer Screenings Administered Across the US Throughout May

By Jenn Loro - May 02, 2016 01:48 PM EDT

May is the National Skin Cancer Awareness Month with May 2 designated as ‘Melanoma Monday’. An estimated one in every five Americans are in danger of developing malignant melanoma responsible for 75% of all cancer deaths in the US.

First Uterus Transplant Removed Again After Yeast Infection

By Jenn Loro - Apr 10, 2016 09:02 AM EDT

Cleveland Clinic recently revealed the reason behind the failure of what was supposedly the first uterus transplant in the US- an infection caused by the overgrowth of yeast normally found around the vaginal tract. Doctors are reviewing the case to ensure the prevention of similar cases from happening in the future.

Guantanamo Bay: From a Notorious Prison to a Peace Park

By Kanika Gupta - Mar 20, 2016 03:11 PM EDT

President Obama gets ready for his Cuba visit this weekend. On this occasion, scientists recommend a rare proposal that could ease cold war relations between Cuba and US.

Truce Deal Stops Fighting In Syria But Not With Terrorists

By Jenn Loro - Feb 28, 2016 03:44 PM EST

The US-Russian-brokered truce among warring parties in the Syrian conflict resulted to a relative calm across Syria albeit with continuing attacks against extremists who are not part of the ceasefire.

Xiaomi MI5 Reportedly Compatible With Other Major Carriers In The US At A Mid-Range Price

By Jenn Loro - Feb 27, 2016 08:12 PM EST

China-based smartphone maker Xiaomi has pulled off quite an impressive show at MWC with its 2016 flagship Mi5 and currently rumored to be compatible with major US networks offering a more affordable price than its rivals.

Beyonce's 'Formation', Anti-Racist Or Anti-Police?

By Jennibeth Loro - Feb 26, 2016 10:38 AM EST

Beyonce's Formation may have rocked the charts but it has also been received with raised eyebrows from some police groups in the US.

Syria Accepts Truce Deal; Will Start Ceasefire On Feb 27

By Jenn Loro - Feb 24, 2016 11:03 AM EST

The US-Russian-sponsored Syria truce plan is due to take effect on February 27 as agreed upon by the Assad-led regime and rebel factions belonging to the mainstream opposition.

US Bombing In Libya May Have Included 2 Serbians In The 49 Casualties

By Jenn Loro - Feb 22, 2016 09:18 AM EST

US airstrikes destroyed an alleged ISIS camp in Sabratha, Libya killing 49 including, although unconfirmed, two Serbian civilians who were kidnapped last year.

Donald Trump Hits Back At Pope Francis

By Jenn Loro - Feb 20, 2016 02:59 PM EST

Trump called Pope’s “not Christian” comment about him as “disgraceful’ although the GOP frontrunner appeared to have already mellowed his tone toward the Pope ahead of the Saturday Republican primary in deeply religious South Carolina.

Pope Francis' Visit In The US-Mexico Border: Some Highlights

By Jenn Loro - Feb 19, 2016 09:16 AM EST

Argentine-born Pope Francis touched on several issues during his visit to Mexico including US-Mexican migration woes, inequality, crime and violence, and contraception amid an ongoing Zika crisis.

President Obama announces Plan to Visit Cuba

By Cheri Cheng - Feb 18, 2016 02:10 PM EST

President Barack Obama is visiting Cuba next month.

China Releases Missiles In Contested Island In South China Sea

By Jenn Loro - Feb 18, 2016 09:12 AM EST

Recent civilian satellite images show China putting missiles on Chinese-occupied Woody Island of the Paracel Island chain heightening tensions in the South China Sea.

Turkey asks Allies for Ground Troop Support in Syria

By Cheri Cheng - Feb 16, 2016 12:41 PM EST

Turkey has asked its allies for support in a joint ground operation in Syria.

Saudi Arabia Set To Send Troops To Syria

By Jenn Loro - Feb 14, 2016 06:29 PM EST

Saudi Arabia announces its commitment to deploy commando troops to Syria in a Gulf-led coalition in a fight against terror groups like ISIS and Al Qaeda affiliates that are also deeply involved in the 5-year multi-sided war.

Donald Trump Airs Insulting Language Against Ted Cruz In Campaign; 'He's A Pussy'

By Jenn Loro - Feb 10, 2016 09:55 AM EST

Controversial GOP and media sensation Donald Trump repeated an insult a woman shouted in his New Hampshire rally.

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