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• Oct 15, 2012

  Brad Pitt on US War on Drugs: 'Such a Bad Strategy, It Makes No Sense'

  Actor-activist Brad Pitt has a new cause these days and has spoken out about the United States' current war on drugs, which he calls a failure. "It's such a bad strategy; it makes no sense," he said at a press conference. The actor has battled with drugs and now wants to see the country help others as well.

• Oct 15, 2012

  Malala Yousufazi, 14-Year-Old Shooting Victim, Moved to UK for Recovery

  The young blogger, Malala Yousufazi has been transferred to the United Kingdom for further medical treatment, as well as for her own protection from the Taliban. The 14-year-old was shot in the head and neck by members of the Taliban seeking revenge for Yousufzi's outspoken blog detailing life under the harsh regime.

• Oct 15, 2012

  Missing Iowa Teens Suspected as Runaways, Police Investigating Disappearances

  Police in Iowa are searching for two 15-year-old girls who are believed to have run away with two boys from the area. The girls were last seen on Saturday, but police are eager to bring them home and reunite them with their families.

• Oct 15, 2012

  Kelly Clarkson on Boyfriend Brandon Blackstock: 'We're So Getting Married!'

  Kelly Clarkson just can't keep her feelings to herself and is very much in love with boyfriend Brandon Blackstock, son of Narville and stepson of Reba McEntire. The actress-singer gushed that it was love at first sight and that they are "so getting married."

• Oct 15, 2012

  Emily Maynard, Jef Holm Officially Separated? Couple Not Talking to Press

  Emily Maynard and Jef Holm have officially separated, sources state. The couple may be the latest affected by the reality TV curse, which has seen numerous couples split soon after their series is over. "The Bachelor" and "Bachelorette" series are notorious for break-ups, and in fact, the most recent "Bachelor" also separated from his significant other this week.

• Oct 15, 2012

  David Rose, Deaf Quadriplegic, Dies, Leaves Behind Inspiration for Followers

  David Rose, 24, was not unlike other young people his age: he loved being on the computer, sending tweets and keeping up with his online blog. But what made him unique was the fact that he was not only deaf but also quadriplegic. Rose died last week, leaving behind messages for family and friends.

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  Oct 12, 2012

  Sally Lloyd-Jones' 'Thoughts to Make Your Heart Sing' Released to Encourage Youth

  Sally Lloyd-Jones wanted to do something special for her niece who was being bullied at school, so she wrote a book to remind her how God actually sees her instead of the things being said by her peers. The book, entitled "Thoughts to Make Your Heart Sing," features Bible verses and beautiful illustrations both kids and adults will enjoy.

• Oct 12, 2012

  Amanda Todd, Bullying Victim, Takes Life After Posting YouTube Plea for Help (VIDEO)

  For over one year, Amanda Todd endured all types of bullying: psychological, emotional, physical, and technological. She tried to end her life twice, and finally posted a video asking for help and relief on YouTube before successfully taking her life.

• Oct 12, 2012

  Arrests Made in Taliban-Ordered Shooting of 14-Year-Old Activist

  Three men have been arrested in connection with the shooting of 14-year-old Pakistani blogger and activist named Malala Yousafzai. Police have revealed that the three men were all suspects, but the man responsible for ordering the hit has not been taken into custody.

• Oct 12, 2012

  J.K. Rowling Promises Next Book 'for the Kids' as 'Casual Vacancy' Sales Soar

  Author J.K. Rowling's latest book "The Casual Vacancy" is enjoying continued success after its release on Sept. 27, but Rowling has promised her audience that her next book "will be for children."