Russian Plane Crashed in Egypt Saturday, killing all 224 passengers.
Investigators have tenatively concluded that the the crash was caused by an external factor, possibly an act of terror. The suggestion that the plane was targeted by terrorists may be related to the country’s recent intervention in Syria’s civil war. Click here to learn more about the investigation.

Houston voters strike down anti-discrimination bill Tuesday
After a year-long battle, the rejection signals defeat for supporters of gay rights. Houston has previously been characterized as a “gay-friendly city,” but the defeat indicates the city’s continued conservatism. This referendum was among many others up for vote on Tuesday—in Ohio citizens voted against legalizing marijuana. Click here to learn more about the decision.

43 Chipotle restaurants temporarily closed due to likely E. coli Contamination
An outbreak of E. coli in Oregon and Washington was linked to Chipotle restaurants in that area. Although Chipotle serves different meats, the common denominator appears to be vegetables. This marks the third time this year that Chipotle restaurants have dealt with a food safety issue. Click here to learn more about the outbreak.