Supreme Court weighs same sex marriage rights versus states power
The Supreme Court justices face a pivotal clash over whether same sex marriage is a constitutional right or left to state regulation. Justice Kennedy’s Windsor ruling is cited as signaling movement toward federal recognition while states preserve control over marriage definitions.
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No Evidence of Terrorism in AirAsia Crash Investigations
Indonesian investigators said there is no evidence of terrorism in the AirAsia Flight QZ8501 crash that killed 162. cockpit voice recordings show no foul play, with weather and possible pre-crash explosion ruled out as unlikely factors.
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Oxfam warns richest 1 percent near half of world wealth
Oxfam says the wealth share of the top 1 percent rose from 44 percent in 2009 to 48 percent last year and could reach 50 percent in 2015. The charity cites Credit Suisse data and notes over half of remaining wealth lies with the top 20 percent, while some economists question the method and definitions used.
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Fierce fighting in Sanaa raises coup fears
Clashes rage in Yemen's capital near the presidential palace as Houthi insurgents push to expand power amid a fragile transition. Reports say smoke, gunfire, and disrupted streets mark the most serious fighting since the September assault. Cease fires failed to halt the battle threatens Hadi's government and regional stability.
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