Abe demands release of two Japanese hostage and ransom
Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe urged immediate release of two Japanese held by Islamic State. He warned against harming them and noted a $200 million ransom demand linked to aid for refugees in Iraq and Syria. The hosts, Kenji Goto and Haruna Yukawa, were shown in orange jumpsuits with a 72 hour deadline.
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Republicans push net neutrality alternative to Obama plan
Trade groups welcomed a Republican draft for open Internet legislation aiming to prevent blocking or throttling of Web traffic and prohibit paid prioritization. The proposal seeks to limit FCC authority, while Democrats warn it undermines federal regulation. Senators from both parties commented as hearings began.
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