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News Feed Latest worldwide news UPDATE 2-BOJ policymaker warns emerging markets may see more outflows * Morimoto sticks to view Japan economy headed for recovery Ruptured EOG Resources Eagle Ford oil well burning HOUSTON (Reuters) - A ruptured EOG Resources Inc oil well in Texas burned on Thursday after a blowout and explosion hours earlier, the company and fire responders said. 30 years of China 'show trials' CNN's Jaime FlorCruz covered China's "Gang of Four" trial in the early 80s. What's changed? T Magazine A Fine Balance The Dimore Studio designers Britt Moran and Emiliano Salci have pioneered a uniquely modern aesthetic through a subtle mixture of historical periods and a painterly palette. Emirates aims for high flyers For those that love the luxury of first class air travel but loathe the imposition of having to share it with others, Emirates thinks it has the aircraft for you. Chinese boy has eyes gouged out, possibly for corneas BEIJING (Reuters) - Chinese police are hunting for a woman suspected of gouging out the eyes of a six-year-old boy, possibly to get her hands on his corneas to sell on the organ transplant black... Russia threatens Belarus with months of oil supply cuts MOSCOW (Reuters) - Tension between Russia and Belarus rose on Thursday as Moscow warned oil supply cuts to its energy-poor neighbor could last for months, and Minsk threatened to open a criminal case against a Russian tycoon with Kremlin ties. 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. Robert Boswells Tumbledown, and More Novels and stories by Robert Boswell, Peter Orner, Kelly Braffet, James McBride, Aimee Bender and Sad Sayrafiezadeh. Bits Blog Troubles Ahead for Internet Advertising Much of the commercial Web relies on advertising, but increasing use of ad-blocking software is just one of the problems that advertisers face. Dot Earth Blog Papers Find Mixed Impacts on Ocean Species from Rising CO2 A new collection of scientific papers provide fresh insights on how the ecology of the oceans is being affected by the global buildup of carbon dioxide released by human activities. Your Money Adviser Assessing the Costs of Caring for an Aging Relative Studies of Americans who take on in-home care are documenting health and financial repercussions. Elite coaching with Graf, Agassi CNN's Patrick Snell looks at how the famous couple is helping groom the next generation of tennis stars. You're the Boss Blog Today in Small Business The Salad Dressing Barometer Optimism rises. The Pebble disappoints. Is Europes recession over? Tennis Federer, Serena cruise They are two titans of Flushing Meadows and on Thursday both Roger Federer and Serena Williams breezed into the third round of the U.S. Open. Logistics behind 'floating city' Isa Soares ventures below deck to see the operation behind the scenes at the Royal Princess cruise ship. Which nation is green energy champion? Africa has plenty of sunshine, but many countries are plagued by power cuts. So could a recent wave of solar power investment solve Africa's energy problems? World Briefing | Europe Russia Paintings of Officials Are Seized by the Police The police seized a painting of the president and prime minister in womens underwear from an art gallery in St. Petersburg, saying the display had broken unspecified laws. Off the Menu Slow-Smoked Texas Barbecue at Morgans, and More Restaurant Openings A pitmaster who worked at the Franklin Barbecue in Austin will serve up brisket, turkey, sausage and more in Prospect Heights. Your Money Adviser For College Students, So Many Health Plans to Choose From The Affordable Care Act is offering more health coverage choices to young adults, including college students, than ever before. UPDATE 3-Low-margin cells weigh on JA Solar's outlook Aug 29 (Reuters) - China-based JA Solar Holdings Co Ltd's muted forecast provided little hope of ending its string of losses as a large chunk of its sales still come from low-margin solar cells. Sandwich maker Potbelly files for IPO of up to $75 mln Aug 29 (Reuters) - Sandwich maker Potbelly Corp, backed by private equity firm Oak Investment Partners, filed with U.S. regulators to raise up to $75 million in an initial public offering of common stock. Puigs Popularity Reflects Growing Hispanic Interest Monica Puig has tapped into a fast-growing Hispanic demographic that has not been widely represented in tennis and has thus lagged in its participation. Johnson Happy to Be Back on Tour After Best Man Duties With his best man duties now out of the way, Zach Johnson is delighted to be back in PGA Tour action for this week's Deutsche Bank Championship after missing the first event of the lucrative FedExCup playoffs. UPDATE 2-Detroit seeks $350 million ground-breaking loan DETROIT, Aug 29 (Reuters) - Detroit, which made the largest Chapter 9 municipal bankruptcy filing in U.S. history, on Thursday filed a request for proposals for $350 million in unprecedented financing, the city emergency manager's office said. World Briefing | Africa Nigeria Officials Say Attacks Were Revenge on Vigilantes Two attacks that killed 24 people are believed to have been carried out by the Islamist militant group Boko Haram in revenge against vigilantes, residents and officials said. Putins Silence on Syria Suggests His Resignation Over Intervention The Russian president has been conspicuously quiet, suggesting he believes Russia can do little to stop a Western military intervention in Syria. DealBook To Cover New York, Zillow Buys a Rival Site The real estate Web site Zillow will acquire StreetEasy, a much smaller site, for about $50 million to patch what it described as a glaring hole in its coverage. ROUGH CUT UK PM Cameron debates Syria in parliament Aug. 29 - British Prime Minister David Cameron and opposition leader Ed Miliband debate military intervention in Syria. Blackhawks Coach Quenneville Gets 3-Year Extension Stan Bowman wanted to keep Joel Quenneville in Chicago, and the coach had no desire to leave. Moscow Journal Gorky Park, Once Drab, Now Glows The park has transformed over the past two years into an extravagant urban recreational space that offers Muscovites a respite from the intense political pressures of Russia. Who wants what from crisis? CNN's experts explain what key nations around the world hope to achieve in Syria. Omnivision's forecast disappoints as competition rises Aug 29 (Reuters) - Chipmaker Omnivision Technologies Inc forecast current-quarter adjusted profit largely below expectations as rising competition and a slowdown of U.S. smartphone sales led to an inventory pile-up, sending its shares down 10 percent in extended trading. Assad allies Despite the pressure growing on the Syrian president, he still has powerful friends. Gadgetwise With Disney Infinity, a Virtual Toy Box Disney Infinity embraces an anything goes attitude with a video game that incorporates physical toys from five Disney properties to start. McCartney announces new album, Spader to star in "Avengers" Aug 29 - The day's top showbiz news and headlines including Paul McCartney announces a new album, James Spader to star in the next "Avengers," and Richard Attenborough turns 90. Bob Mezan reports. On Pro Football An Injury Makes Clear a Shift in Power Once the face, voice and personality of the Jets, Rex Ryan now presents himself as a diminished version of the man who took over as coach before the 2009 season. Advertising A View of Whats Missing From the Classroom A campaign about school absenteeism is the latest collaboration on education by the Ad Council and the United States Army. Obstacles Seen for de Blasios Preschools Plan Experts say Bill de Blasio must not only win approval for a proposed tax increase from state leaders facing re-election in 2014, but he must also drastically overhaul early-childhood programs. Cacao fever! Why people pay $6 for a chocolate bar - Felix TV People craving the best ingredients and flavors are changing the economics of chocolate, making it possible for chocolate makers such as Madecasse and Cacao Prieto to produce expensive chocolates, support farmers in the developing world and turn the simple candy bar into an artisanal experience. (November 27, 2012)

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