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George Zimmerman's wife says future of their marriage in doubt
ORLANDO, Florida (Reuters) - The wife of George Zimmerman said on Thursday she is not sure if she will stay married to him and recounted how the two "lived like gypsies" in a 20-foot trailer in the woods leading up to his trial in the fatal shooting of Trayvon Martin.


First look new 787-9 Dreamliner
It's been a year of mishaps, but Boeing finally has some good news. The latest Dreamliner is longer, carries more people and has greater range.


Meet F1's 'Mr. Consistency'
He may hate the attention off the track, but it's hard to avoid the media glare when you've been driving as well as Kimi Raikkonen this season.


Measles-Related Virus Suspected in Dolphin Deaths
A virus could be the reason a large number of bottlenose dolphins have died after becoming stranded on the East Coast, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration said Tuesday.


Breakingviews Minimum wage woes
Aug. 29 - With fast-food workers set to strike, a new study shows how welfare usually pays more than low-wage jobs. Jeffrey Goldfarb and Richard Beales discuss the conundrum for policymakers.


Nationals Beat Marlins 4-3 for 7th Win in 8 Games
Giancarlo Stanton rattled Nationals Park like few, if any, who have been here before, nailing a fastball that might still be rolling among the city's tourist attractions had it not clanged loudly off the facade of the middle deck in foul territory.


Student Who Pushed Harassment Complaint Is Denied College Post
A Swarthmore College junior said she had been denied a job as a paid dormitory resident adviser in retaliation for refusing to name a victim of assault.


The Mayors of New York
Historically, the template for choosing a new mayor of New York has resembled a pendulum, swinging from one extreme to another.


Wales Open Heralds Start of European Ryder Cup Race
The year-long quest to win a place in Europe's 2014 Ryder Cup team starts at this week's Wales Open and captain Paul McGinley cannot wait for the qualifying process to begin.


Home race for Red Bull?
Red Bull, whose Formula One team has won the drivers' and constructors' titles for the past three years, could have a home race in Austria from 2014.


Australian GP Albert Park flyover
Get a bird's-eye view of Melbourne's Albert Park F1 race track.


Free to Be... Isaac Mizrahi
With Xcel in charge of his brand, Isaac Mizrahi is even busier writing a TV pilot, giving cabaret shows and marrying.


Global Health Bacteria Study Offers Clues to Typhoid Mary Mystery
A new study sheds more light on how Salmonella typhi, the bacteria that cause typhoid fever, hide in the body.


India arrests Yasin Bhatkal, wanted Indian Mujahideen terrorist
Indian intelligence agencies have arrested Yasin Bhatkal, one of the country's most wanted terrorists, Home Minister Sushil Kumar Shinde said Thursday.


Sports Briefing | Soccer World Cup Tickets Draw Huge Interest
It was a frenzied start to FIFAs attempt to fill the stands for next years World Cup in Brazil as fans applied for more than 1 million tickets in just seven hours.


Brazil's Batista sells 1.56 pct of oil firm OGX to pay EBX debts
RIO DE JANEIRO, Aug 29 (Reuters) - Brazilian tycoon Eike Batista, the controlling shareholder of OGX Petrleo e Gs Particiaes SA, sold 1.54 percent of the oil company's stock to pay debts of his...


UPDATE 3-Renault's Tavares steps down after hinting at U.S. move
PARIS, Aug 29 (Reuters) - Renault SA's second-in-command, Carlos Tavares, quit on Thursday, two weeks after he dismayed colleagues by hinting he might join one of the U.S. carmakers.


I.R.S. to Recognize All Gay Marriages, Regardless of State
Legally married same-sex couples will be recognized for federal tax purposes, whether or not the state where they live recognizes the marriage.


Bank of Englands Governor to Keep Interest Rates Low
The new governor, Mark Carney, told the owners of small and medium-size businesses that he would not yet rein in stimulus efforts.


The Learning Network Blog Word of the Day | conducive
This word has appeared in 133 New York Times articles in the past year.


Soros raises JC Penney stake but two big investors exit in Q2
BOSTON (Reuters) - Billionaire investor and philanthropist George Soros likes ailing retailer JC Penney so much that he added another 2 million shares to his already large investment, according to...


World Briefing | Middle East Israel Effort to Move Ethiopians Wraps Up With Final Large Airlift
Israeli authorities have completed the final large airlift of Ethiopian immigrants, ending decades of efforts to bring the remnants of an ancient community to the Jewish state.


Leader of Terrorist Group Is Arrested, India Says
The suspect, Yasin Bhatkal, is a founder of Indian Mujahedeen, a group tied to explosions in New Delhi, Mumbai and other major cities.


Hurricane Season Fast Facts
Here is a look at what you need to know about the 2013 Atlantic hurricane season.


Edinburgh Strategy Check Reviews, Take Chances, Hope for the Best
The Edinburgh Festival Fringe more than 2,800 performances of theater, music, comedy, dance and more spread among 275 venues is impossible to consume fully.


Leaked Document Outlines U.S. Spending on Intelligence
The most detailed disclosure of intelligence spending in history shows a surprisingly big role for the C.I.A. and a new emphasis on cyberoperations.


Soros Angela Merkel was the creator of the European crisis
George Soros explains to Reuters' Chrystia Freeland how German Chancellor Angela Merkel's actions in 2008 could lead to the disintegration of the European Union. Consequently, a disorderly default of European sovereignties may lead to a global financial meltdown worse than 2008. He explains his analysis here.


Square Feet Across China, Skyscrapers Brush the Heavens
China is home to 60 of the worlds 100 tallest buildings now under construction, but the scale and speed of the projects have caused concern.


Greens use Keystone XL backers' words to undermine pipeline
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Environmental groups on Thursday used statements by supporters of the proposed Canada-U.S. Keystone XL pipeline to undermine the argument that Canada's tar sands will be developed without the project, so the impact on greenhouse gases will be the same.


Ex-wife Docs competed to give Jackson meds
Two German doctors treated Michael Jackson's insomnia with propofol 12 years before he died from an overdose of the surgical anesthetic, his former wife testified Wednesday.


Rare French 17th-century "pocket" calculator set for London sale
LONDON (Reuters) - It will take someone with pretty deep pockets to purchase and transport what is being described by auction house Christie's as one of four surviving 17th-century French "pocket" calculating machines, to be sold in London in October.


U.S. appeals court revives lawsuit vs United Airlines over wheelchair
SAN FRANCISCO (Reuters) - A U.S. appeals court on Tuesday revived a lawsuit against United Continental Holdings Inc's United Airlines that was brought by a woman who claimed she was not promptly provided a wheelchair in an airport when she asked for one.


Bling's the thing- even on a budget
Aug 29 - Affordable jewelry is attracting consumers- drawn to the perception of long lasting value and gift appeal. Bobbi Rebell reports.


Britain to Wait on Weapons Report Ahead of Syria Strikes
The delay reflected political difficulties facing Prime Minister David Cameron from lawmakers troubled by memories of the war in Iraq.


Amen Corner God's Golfers
Forget hitting the greens -- it's the fairway to heaven which is on the minds of some of the world's top golfers.


See why Putin portrait was seized
Authorities in Russia have seized a painting that depicts President Vladimir Putin in lingerie.


Dance Review Downtown Dance Festival Dots Lower Manhattan
The Downtown Dance Festival opened on Sunday with several pieces performed in Battery Park City.


Vodafone says in talks on Verizon Wireless stake
LONDON, Aug 29 (Reuters) - Vodafone on Thursday confirmed it was in discussions with Verizon Communications Inc regarding the possible disposal of its 45 percent stake in their U.S. joint venture...


Remote Control At Louisville, Athletic Boom Is Rooted in ESPN Partnership
Louisvilles willingness to play football games on Tuesday nights, at ESPNs urging, began a turnaround that led to huge rewards for the university and the network.


VW announces dual-tranche euro hybrid bond
LONDON, Aug 29 (IFR) - Volkswagen is preparing to print a dual-tranche euro hybrid bond consisting of non-call five-year and a non-call ten-year securities, a banker on the deal said on Thursday.


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