Olivia Crellin
Contributor
Blackmailers Are Threatening the Czech Republic with Ebola for Bitcoin Payment
Bitcoin is being used to both battle the Ebola crisis and blackmail officials in the Czech Republic, who are being anonymously threatened with a spread of the virus.
North Korea to Become First Country to Shut Borders over Ebola Fear
On the same day that North Korea announced a ban on foreign travelers over Ebola, South Korean media cited intelligence sources suggesting that several top military and government official were purged during Kim Jong-un's recent seclusion.
Murder of Transgender Woman Raises Tensions in Philippines Over US Military Presence
A US Marine is accused of brutally murdering a transgender Filipina woman in a case that could jeopardize military agreements between the two countries.
Gunman and Victim Identified in Ottawa Shooting
Media outlets identify the gunman and his victim in the shootout that took place inside Canada's Parliament building and outside at the nearby National War Memorial this morning.
Facebook Tells the DEA That Fake Accounts and Covert Ops Are Not Welcome
The company reprimanded the DEA for creating a fake profile in an undercover sting operation, saying they found the tactic "deeply troubling."
The US Navy Is Developing 'Drone Gunboats' for Naval Warfare
The robo-boats use NASA technology and could be deployed within the year to protect bigger ships or swarm an enemy with kamikaze-like attacks.
Historic California Rape Law Tells College Campuses: 'Yes Means Yes'
A new law forces the state's colleges to adopt a policy of unambiguous, affirmative consent by students engaged in sexual activity.
Over 30 Feared Dead in Sudden and Devastating Japanese Volcano Eruption
Mount Ontake erupted without warning on Saturday, trapping more than 200 people and killing at least 36.
US Airstrikes Target the Islamic State's Seized Syrian Oilfields
A US-led coalition continued a wave of attacks against the profitable oil resources controlled by the Islamic State in Syria.
Venezuelan Government Announces Disarmament Plan — Again
Attempting to tackle the world's second-highest homicide rate, Venezuela pledges $47 million to establish centers for voluntarily surrendering firearms.
$30 Million Bounty Offered for MH17 Attackers as Ukraine Turmoil Continues
A German company is offering $30 million for information about the individuals responsible for downing Malaysian Airlines flight MH17.
Islamic State Video Is Latest in Worldwide Propaganda Wars
The latest video shows flames engulfing footage of the White House and Obama, as well as images of US forces in Iraq.