independence
The U.S. House has passed a bill that would allow Puerto Rico to hold the first-ever binding referendum on whether to become a state or gain some sort of independence.
There is no easy way to say, "I'm estranged from my mother." It's even harder to say, "I've cut my mother out of my life," clarifying that you are the one who has severed the bond.
The president predicted Americans could safely gather at least in small groups for July Fourth to “make this Independence Day truly special.”
Catalonia declared independence on Friday. Minutes later, Spain imposed direct rule.
WHAT'S HAPPENING
Spain is already fighting back.
The Spanish government has vowed to "sack" Puigdemont and his government amid rising tensions.
Kurds are entitled to their own country... In theory.
All of Spain is baffled by what's going on.
What are we to make of our nation as we celebrate 241 years of Independence?
The overwhelming majority of Kurds want independence.