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Flu Near You: Widespread Flu Symptoms Reported Around the Country

The flu in the U.S. has been widespread during the cold, winter months. The Center for Disease Control and Prevention showed that 29 states have reported high flu activity, up from 16 states a week earlier. In total 41 states reported cases of the flu.

Ferry Crash in New York Injures 57 People [VIDEO]

A commuter ferry has crashed into a dock in Manhattan on Wednesday Jan. 9 leaving at least 57 people injured, two of them critically.

Igloofest 2013 Lineup and Dates: Montreal's Electronic Music Festival [VIDEO]

Winter in Montreal is a snowy wonderland and every year, the city welcomes thousands of electronic music fans for its annual Igloofest.

National Cathedral Washington DC to Host Same-Sex Marriages

The Washington National Cathedral, will soon be a place that will host same-sex marriages. The Associated Press reported that the cathedral will be one of the first Episcopal congregations that will host marriages for the LGBT community.

5 Americans Die in Peru Helicopter Crash

A helicopter crash in Peru killed seen people in the Amazon jungle, including 5 Americans.

Flight Delays At Kunming Changshui International Airport in China Causes Chaos

Thousands of passengers fought with police and airport officials at Kunming Changshui International Airport in China.

American Airlines Partners with Qatar Airways in Codeshare Program

American Airlines has partnered up with Qatar Airways, making Middle East travel even easier. USA Today reported that American has made a deal with the Doha-based airline to "codeshare" on each others flights. This means that flights schedules will improve and connection times, according to American.

Lottery Winner Killed: Urooj Khan, Found to be Poisoned With Cyanide After Winning the Lottery

Lottery winner Urooj Khan was found dead only a month after winning $1 million in the Illinois lottery from a scratch ticket.

Dubai Shopping Festival 2013 Kicks Off

Dubai is known for upscale shopping and lavish department stores. It is, in fact home to the world's largest shopping mall. The city started off the new year with the Dubai Shopping Festival.

Elvis Presley Birthday: Celebrated at Graceland on Januray 8

The King of Rock and Roll's birthday is today, Jan. 8. If he was still alive today he would be 78 years old. The Associated Press reported that it is also Elvis Presley Day in commemoration for his birthday, Jan. 8, 1935.

Georgia Jones: Porn Star Shares a Kiss With Charlie Sheen in Los Cabos, Mexico [PHOTOS]

Charlie Sheen has started dating porn star, Georgia Jones. The 47-year-old actor was snapped by papparazi kissing the porn star on New Years Eve in Cabo, Mexico.

Wild Dogs Kill 4 People in Mexico City Park

Wild dogs in a park in Mexico City killed four people. The Associated Press reported that one girl called her sister in panic when she was being attacked for help.

Boeing Dreamliner 787 From Japan Airlines Catches Fire at Boston's Logan International Airport

A Boeing 787 Dreamliner from Japan Airlines caught fire after an electrical fire broke out. USA today reported that the plane was empty and the incident occurred at Boston's Logan International Airport.

Stolen Matisse Uncovered After 25 Years

A Henri Matisse painting has been recovered that was stolen from Stockholm museum 25 years ago.

McDonald's Chicken Wings, 'Mighty Wings' Tested on Menu

Over the years Chicken McNuggets have become a household name in the U.S. Now, the fast-food chain could be adding another chicken product to its menu, "Mighty Wings."