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Update Tour Iran? Operators Hope So
Irans new president is promoting international tourism as part of his plan to fix the countrys economy, but United States officials continue to warn against travel there.


Dance Review Francesca Harpers Art Prototype 2013 Mocks Beauty Shows
Francesca Harpers dance-theater production Art Prototype 2013 uses beauty pageants as its point of departure.


Wed be better off without American Airlines - Felix TV
Loose seats. Disrupted flights. Damning headlines. Its been a terrible week for American Airlines. Reuters blogger Felix Salmon explains why flying American and other big carriers has become such a drag. (October 4, 2012)


The toughest shot in golf?
Living Golf takes a a look at the iconic 17th hole with its island green.


The Comedy Lineup Expands on Netflix
Aziz Ansaris comedy special Buried Alive will make its debut on Netflix, becoming the biggest stand-up special distributed by that subscription service, which promises even more comedy.


Russian police seize painting of Putin in women's underwear
ST PETERSBURG, Russia (Reuters) - Police seized a painting of Russia's president and prime minister in women's underwear from a gallery in St Petersburg, saying the satirical display had broken unspecified laws.


Is Rio ready for the World Cup?
CNN travels to Rio to discover whether the city is ready for the 2014 World Cup.


Biggest Sale of Year in Europe Appears to Be Near Finish
Tottenham would move Gareth Bale, its talented Welsh wing, to Real Madrid for a price that would almost certainly top the world-record fee that Madrid paid to acquire Cristiano Ronaldo in 2009.


On the Runway Blog Heroin Chic Beauty for the Office?
Lloyd Simmonds, creative director of Yves Saint Laurent Makeup, explains how professional women can interpret falls grungy beauty look.


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.


Foreign central banks' U.S. debt holdings fall - Fed
NEW YORK, Aug 29 (Reuters) - Foreign central banks' overall holdings of U.S. marketable securities at the Federal Reserve fell in the latest week, data from the U.S. central bank showed on...


Political Endurance Test for Russian Billionaire
Mikhail D. Prokhorov, the owner of the Brooklyn Nets basketball team, leads a Russian political party whose candidates have faced arrest and disqualification.


Hackers want your smartphone
In the world of cyber security there are some well-known designations for anyone that considers him or herself to be a hacker, the term being so broad in scope now.


Microsoft shares head up as Ballmer heads out
Aug 23 - Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer's announcement that he will retire within the next year did something for the stock not often seen - a pop. Conway G. Gittens reports.


Shale development deal between Bridas and Argentina's YPF expires -YPF
BUENOS AIRES, Aug 29 (Reuters) - A preliminary deal between Argentina's state-controlled energy company YPF and privately held Bridas International to jointly invest $1.5 billion to develop shale...


Florida to call on Labrador retrievers to stem Giant Snail invasion
MIAMI (Reuters) - Florida officials trying to eradicate the Giant African Land Snail, one of the world's most destructive invasive species, plan to deploy a new weapon in the battle - Labrador retrievers.


Most Big Ten Teams Returning a Lot of Experience
Lots of the names are the same around the Big Ten.


Al Fayed's reign at Fulham ends
Mohamed Al Fayed played a major role in cementing Fulham's spot in the Premier League. But now 84, Al Fayed sold the Cottagers to billionaire Shahid Khan to give the league another U.S. owner.


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.


Real Estate on Grand Cayman Island
The market in Grand Cayman, the largest of the three-island archipelago known as the Cayman Islands, remains tilted much in favor of buyers.


Straight Sets Early Match Between Teens Provides Glimpse of Future
The second-round match between the 19-year-old Laura Robson and Caroline Garcia was an opportunity to check on the progress of two promising young players.


Mandelas Condition Remains Critical but Stable
The South African government said that former President Nelson Mandelas health remained critical but stable, requiring medical interventions.


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.


Patient in Arena lung drug trial experiences heart problem
Aug 29 (Reuters) - Arena Pharmaceuticals Inc said a patient being treated with the company's experimental lung drug experienced a heart rhythm disorder, raising concerns over the drug's safety.


U.N. Inspectors Delay Second Visit to Sites in Syria
As international diplomacy intensified, the inspectors said they had not been been given confirmation of access to the site of a suspected chemical attack.


Victims blamed in India's rapes
When I read on Friday about the rape of a 23-year-old photojournalist in Mumbai, I thought, here we go again. On December 6, 1992, when I was a 29-year-old reporter covering the demolition of a mosque in northern India, I was attacked. Though not raped, my attackers sexually assaulted and then tried to kill me.


5 reasons to intervene in Syria
Frida Ghitis says inaction in Syria is riskier and costlier than smart, limited intervention. Every passing day makes Syria more America's -- and the world's -- problem.


Portrait of doomed love conquers British public's hearts
LONDON (Reuters) - "The Lady of Shalott", a painting by John William Waterhouse of a young woman lamenting unrequited love, has been chosen as the British public's favorite artwork, soon to be displayed among other masterpieces across the nation's billboards.


Possible 'N Sync reunion overshadows nominees at Video Music Awards
NEW YORK (Reuters) - MTV's annual Video Music Awards, to be presented on Sunday, are known for delivering surprises, and rumors of an on-stage reunion of 1990s boy band 'N Sync are overshadowing who will take the top honors.


T Magazine The Moment | Demure With a Twist
This fall, feminine clothes take on small accents of masculinity, from the fullness of a skirt with brogues to a cluster of jewels on an oversize lapel.


Britain Rules Out Military Strike on Syria
After the British Parliament rejected the principle of military action on Thursday, Prime Minister David Cameron said Britain would not participate in any strike on Syria.


Nintendo Cuts a Dimension From a Device Aimed at Youths
The Nintendo 2DS will cost $130, about $40 less than its 3DS sibling, as part of a strategy to prevent households from relying on tablets for video games.


How to avoid a major choke
You are only a short putt away from a major championship and golfing immortality, but then dark visions appear and you start wondering, "What if I miss?" Even top golfers need help training their minds -- and they turn to Dr. Bob Rotella.


Salmonella in Spices Prompts Changes in Farming
The United States Food and Drug Administrations finding that imported spices are a surprisingly potent source of salmonella poisoning has prompted India to change how they are grown and harvested.


And Now, a Spider-Man Tell-All
A new memoir, to be published in November, details backstage maneuvering and insults in the development of this $75 million musical.


The Hannon racing dynasty
CNN's Winning Post meets three generations of the Hannon family who have trained 30 Group 1 winners.


How to Charge $546 for Six Liters of Saltwater
The tale of the IV bag shows how secrecy helps keep health care prices high at every step from manufacturer to patient, there are confidential deals that obscure prices and profits.


Recipes for Health Bulgur Salad With Greens, Barberries and Yogurt
Barberries are a tart dried fruit that add an interesting flavor to this salad.


Moss Has 2 HRs, 6 RBIs to Lead A's to 14-4 Win
Brandon Moss homered twice, drove in a career-high six runs in the Oakland Athletics' 14-4 rout of the Detroit Tigers on Wednesday night.


U.S. consumer confidence rises in August
NEW YORK (Reuters) - U.S. consumer confidence rose in August as consumers' outlook for the future improved, according to a private sector report released on Tuesday.


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