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News Feed Latest worldwide news Red Bulls Could Miss 2 in Battle for No. 1 Thierry Henry and Jamison Olave are likely to miss Sundays M.L.S. game against the Sounders in Seattle. U.S. government approves Arkansas Medicaid expansion proposal Sept 27 (Reuters) - The U.S. government said on Friday that it had approved Arkansas' proposal to use federal money targeted for expanding the Medicaid health program for the poor to help low-income residents buy private insurance under President Barack Obama's healthcare law. Theater Review A Mans World Is Being Revived at Metropolitan Playhouse A Mans World, a 1910 drama by Rachel Crothers, is about a novelist and single mother in New York who contends with gossip and stereotypes even within her bohemian circle. The great North Korea bike ride When Bernt Johansson crossed the mountainous countryside of North Korea into the city of Rason, the crowds there reminded the Swedish biker of the adulation that greeted his 1976 Olympic gold finish in Montreal. World Briefing | Africa Zimbabwe 81 Elephants Killed Zimbabwean authorities say at least 81 elephants have been killed for their ivory tusks by poachers using cyanide poison in water holes in a vast western national park. NASDAQ declares self-help against BATS stock exchange NEW YORK (Reuters) - Nasdaq OMX Group Inc said Nasdaq and Nasdaq PSX had declared "self-help" against the BATS stock exchange on Thursday, pointing to a communication issue between the... The Haggler Seeking Vital Signs in a Lifetime Warranty If a product is covered by a lifetime warranty, who is to say it has reached the end of its life? A reader asks the Haggler for help in dealing with a backpacks manufacturer. In Collapse in Mumbai, Hopes Fade on Rescues After rescuing 33 people, disaster officials said that they did not expect to find any more survivors in the rubble of a five-story building that collapsed early on Friday morning. Santa Monica Bets on Electric Cars, but Consumers Are Slow to Switch For automakers, reluctance in Santa Monica, Calif., underscores how difficult it will be for them to meet strict federal and state mandates on fuel efficiency and pollution. Private bank clients urged to avoid U.S. securities GENEVA (Reuters) - Some Swiss bankers are advising clients to steer clear of U.S. securities ahead of a new law that would tax people with over $50,000 invested in stocks or bonds of U.S. companies... Merkel's recipe for success The woman who was once written off by critics has shown in a new election that she is Europe's leading political figure, writes Ulf Gartzke Orbital Sciences' new cargo ship blasts off for space station WALLOPS ISLAND, Virginia (Reuters) - An unmanned Antares rocket blasted off from a seaside launch pad in Virginia on Wednesday, sending a cargo capsule to the International Space Station. Your Money Adviser Same-Sex Couples Are Urged to Apply for Social Security Spousal Benefits Though the Social Security Administration is still reviewing the law, it is encouraging applications from couples in same-sex marriages and civil unions. Cross Cuts Conversation About Race Has Not Brought Cultural Consensus The national conversation about race has advanced to another phase, but it has not ushered in an era of colorblind consensus. Steve Mills Returns, Grunwald Out as Knicks GM Steve Mills is returning to the New York Knicks as president and general manager, replacing Glen Grunwald in a front-office shake-up just days before the start of training camp. UPDATE 2-U.S. swaps watchdog rushes trading approvals as shutdown looms WASHINGTON, Sept 27 (Reuters) - The U.S. derivatives regulator has been rushing through approvals for a new untested type of trading platform before a possible government shutdown next week, the head of the agency said on Friday. UPDATE 2-Bankrupt Stockton, California says has deals with key creditors SAN FRANCISCO, Sept 27 (Reuters) - Stockton, California said on Friday it had struck tentative deals opening the door to settlements with two major creditors, and putting the city at the "beginning of the end" of its bankruptcy case. Straight Sets U.S. to Host Britain in First Round of Davis Cup The United States learned on Wednesday that it would host a first-round tie with Britain for the 2014 Davis Cup. Cosmos-Rowdies That 70s Rivalry, Updated First place in the N.A.S.L. will be up for grabs Sunday night when the Cosmos host Tampa Bay. UPDATE 2-Mexico's America Movil may launch KPN offer in October MEXICO CITY, Sept 27 (Reuters) - Mexican phone company America Movil, embroiled in an increasingly complex bid for Dutch telecom KPN, said on Friday that it might go ahead with its formal offer next... CORRECTED-UPDATE 1-Norwegian says taking Dreamliner out of long-haul service, demanding repairs (not 'to return Dreamliner to Boeing') (Corrects to say Norwegian taking Dreamliner out of long-haul service, not returning Dreamliner to Boeing) Signs May Be Evident in Hindsight, but Predicting Violent Behavior Is Tough Mental health experts say that barring the rare few people who declare their intentions, picking out those who are likely to commit murder can be extremely difficult. You're the Boss Blog Jumping Into the Shark Tank Josh Brooks, a Myspace founding team member, can be seen pitching his start-up, On The Run Tech, Friday night on the ABC reality show. Investors bet on last-minute deal to end fiscal showdown NEW YORK (Reuters) - With a possible U.S. government shutdown days away, Wall Street still hasn't come down with a critical case of fiscal fever despite forecasts that failure to resolve the federal budget standoff could be catastrophic. Breaking Up With Breaking Bad Is Hard for Albuquerque The popular series, which showcased Albuquerques grit and high-desert beauty, has helped the city become a star in its own right and given rise to an entire Breaking Bad economy. Injured Gamecocks QB Shaw Out at Least 2 Weeks South Carolina coach Steve Spurrier said that he is hopeful starting quarterback Connor Shaw will be back on the field in two weeks after being knocked out of the Gamecocks' 28-25 win over UCF Saturday with a sprained right shoulder. India's cinemas by satellite A new way of getting movies to theaters in India. Mallika Kapur reports on the significance. After the Floods in Colorado, a Deluge of Worry About Leaking Oil As waters recede from Colorados drilling epicenter, the sight of drowning oil wells has inflamed the debate over the environment. Where superyachts are born CNN's MainSail takes a sneak peak inside the Wally workshop, which has built some of the world's most expensive boats. Hornets At least 19 people have been stung to death by hornets -- which may include the world's largest hornet species Vespa mandarinia -- in China's central Shaanxi province in the last three months, according to the city government of Ankang, the apparent epicenter of a recent spate of fatalities and injuries. Sonar jamming moths hinder hungry bats Sept. 25 - A tiger moth native to the deserts of Arizona has developed a highly evolved sonar jamming system it uses to fend of attacks by hungry bats. The discovery, described in a paper published in the journal PLOS One, could have applications in the design of acoustic deterrents to protect bats from dangerous wind turbines. Rob Muir reports. Movie Review We Came Home Follows Ariana Delawari to Afghanistan Ariana Delawari mined her Afghan heritage for an album in 2009 and now a film, We Came Home. NSA Spy powers used to tail lovers The National Security Agency's internal watchdog detailed a dozen instances in the past decade in which its employees intentionally misused the agency's surveillance power, in some cases to snoop on their love interests. Exposures Gorgeous Glimpses of Calamity Man-made perils to the universes garden of life are evident from space. T Magazine Threes a Trend | Ruffles Transform Ordinary Staples Into Showstopping Looks The embellishment is everywhere this season, often presented with unfinished edges, adding volume and visual interest to the spring womens collections. East Roundup Nova Throws for 3 Touchdowns as Rutgers Rallies Past Arkansas Gary Novas two scoring passes to Leonte Carroo in the final 10 minutes capped a 17-point rally for the Scarlet Knights, who edged the Razorbacks, 28-24. Shutdown Looms as Senate Passes Budget Bill After a series of Senate votes that sent the stopgap spending measure back to the House, fissures appeared in the badly divided Republican ranks. Dozens reported dead in Sudan protests Clashes in Sudan between protesters and police about rising gasoline prices have left dozens dead, according to protest groups and the Sudanese government. Demonstrators have been calling for President Omer Hassan Ahmed Albashir to step down. UPDATE 2-U.S. swaps watchdog rushes trading approvals as shutdown looms WASHINGTON, Sept 27 (Reuters) - The U.S. derivatives regulator has been rushing through approvals for a new untested type of trading platform before a possible government shutdown next week, the head of the agency said on Friday. The Commissars Culinary Stamp The Soviet era and its demise inspire a food memoir.

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