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The University of Texas' Center for Mexican-American Studies lost out on a potential $1.5 million in funding. More than $5.2 million was cut in funding for higher education across Texas including the Office of International Affairs at Prairie View A&M University, the University of Houston's School of Public Affairs and Texas A&M International University's Petroleum Engineering program.

After performing the Star-Spangled Banner at last night's NBA Finals game, Sebastien de la Cruz was the target of many racist tweets and comments. Keep reading to see how he responded to them.

Leaked documents say the Pope has confirmed a "gay lobby" is operating within the Vatican.

The U.S. and Venezuela hope to improve diplomatic relations.

American tourist raped by three men on her way back to her guest home Tuesday morning.

Health groups asking the Attorney General to investigate whether or not R.J. Reynolds tobacco company is marketing to children.

Miguelito is unstoppable! And to add on to his list of many accomplishments, he's trying out the waters in the American market. Check out here his new song "Swaggin" and let us know what you think.

Japanese teen racks up $54,000 bar tab in one night!

Keith Urban continues to be a country music megastar. With his latest album close to being released, will Urban also continue his role as a judge on 'American Idol?'

Jennifer Hudson reportedly signed the deal to become a judge on American Idol. Who else are the producers considering?

New judges for "American Idol"?

Sofía Vergara to star in mini telenovela.

Tracfone Wireless, the U.S. unit of Mexican billionaire Carlos Slim's phone company America Movil, set to buy Start Wireless Group.

The American Action Forum, a center-right think tank, says immigration reform would increase GDP by nearly 1 percent, reduce the federal deficit by $2.7 trillion, and boost per capita income by $1,700.

The book calls the personal income tax regime an “empty shell” and says its weakness has “squandered the opportunity to attack the region’s serious income inequality”, according to a summary released by the IDB. The organization also argues that policymakers in the region see taxation as too limited of a tool – instead of simply a source of revenue, it says, taxes should be used as a tool of development.

A woman was escorted off an American Airlines flight for singing "I will always love you."

Is the Disney darling joining the "American Idol" family?

A source says that all four judges and producer Nigel Lythgoe are out for next season. This is a major makeover to try to save the ratings.

California filmmaker Timothy Tracy has been detained by Venezuelan authorities on sedition charges.

Recap of "American Idol" season 12, episode 12!

After the cat fight on "American Idol" Minaj just couldn't let it go and let everyone on Twitter know exactly how she felt.

"American Idol" Recap, and video of Nicki and Mariah fighting!

On April 29, a Boeing 747-400 cargo plane crashed while taking off from the Bagram Airbase near Kabul, Afghanistan. All 7 crew members aboard the aircraft perished in the subsequent explosion. Investigations show crash was caused by imbalance within the plane and claims of Taliban involvement are false.

Will J.Lo be replacing lack luster Mariah Carey on "Idol"? Rumors say yes but is J.Lo enough to help the already failing ratings?

Chechnya's leader said he feels the victims' pain but maintains the Boston terror suspects' Chechen roots have nothing to do with their actions.

"American Pie" actor, Eddie Kaye Thomas called the police on his one-night stand.

"Hardcore Pawn" celebrates 100 episodes tonight on TruTV.

The "American Idol" Final 6 performed two songs each Wednesday night. Find out how they did.

In 20 years, the percentage of women living with their significant others raised from 35 to 48 percent, says the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Three suspects have been arrested after being identified by the victims.