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News Feed Latest worldwide news ArtsBeat More Classical Music on the Radio for Westchester County Simulcasts of WQXR will be heard in Ossining and surrounding areas, thanks to a purchase by New York Public Radio. Leap shares fall as hopes dwindle for a second suitor NEW YORK (Reuters) - Shares of Leap Wireless , which earlier this month agreed to be acquired by ATT Inc , fell 2.7 percent on Wednesday after Leap disclosed details of the bid process that... With Too Much Rain in the South, Too Little Produce on the Shelves In deluged Southern states, the quantity, and quality, of fruits and vegetables are suffering. Boeing requests aircraft checks As part of Boeing's ongoing efforts to resolve Dreamliner problems, the passenger jet maker has put out a request that airlines inspect an emergency beacon used to find aircraft in the event of a crash. Obama seeks to rally Democrats behind tough budget message July 31 - Barack Obama sought to rally Democrats behind an aggressive approach to the fall budget showdowns with Republicans, making a rare visit to Capitol Hill. Mana Rabiee reports. Swiss "Jetman" flies along B-17 aircraft Huly 31 - Yves Rossy flies alongside a B-17 bomber in his first-ever display at a public event in the United States. Sharon Reich reports. Flooding from Vegas to Philly Severely soggy weather soaked the East Coast to the West over the weekend, stranding travelers, washing out roads and claiming two lives. UPDATE 1-Senators question U.S. energy market settlement with JPMorgan WASHINGTON, July 31 (Reuters) - Two Democratic Senators on Wednesday asked U.S. energy regulators for more details on how terms of a settlement were reached on alleged power market manipulation in California and the Midwest by a unit of JPMorgan Chase Co. ArtsBeat The Mostly Good Old Days Boris Kachka Talks About Hothouse Mr. Kachkas new book is a history of the publishing house Farrar, Straus Giroux. Mother gives birth to 13-pound girl One of the heaviest babies ever born in Germany was born last week at the University Hospital Leipzig. UPDATE 2-Apple CEO met China Mobile head, discussed cooperation BEIJING/SINGAPORE, July 31 (Reuters) - Apple Inc CEO Tim Cook on Tuesday met with the head of China Mobile Ltd , the world's largest mobile carrier by subscribers and the only Chinese carrier that doesn't offer iPhones and iPads. Fangio car sells for nearly $30m A Mercedes more than a half-century old and driven by one of Formula One's most famous racers, Juan Manuel Fangio, became the most expensive car ever sold at an auction, according to the auctioneer. Europe and China Agree to Settle Solar Panel Fight Two of the worlds largest economies have agreed to a deal on solar imports to Europe, settling a dispute that had threatened to set off a wider trade war. Growth 'survivors' now define emerging markets LONDON (Reuters) - Headline growth numbers are no longer enough to attract foreign capital to emerging markets as discriminating investors home in on countries with the most sustainable economic... Ivanovic Tops Cibulkova at Carlsbad Ana Ivanovic advanced to the second round of the Southern California Open on Wednesday, beating defending champion Dominika Cibulkova 4-6, 6-3, 6-2. U.S. Economy Grew at 1.7% Rate in 2nd Quarter, Faster Than Expected The increase in the gross domestic product was hardly indicative of boom times, but it showed an improvement from earlier this year. Israel to release 104 Palestinians The Israeli government on Sunday approved freeing 104 Palestinian prisoners despite popular sentiment against such a release ahead of talks with Palestinian officials in Washington. Controlling Emotions Is a Major Goal for McIlroy Rory McIlroy has sponsors logos on his sleeves. He doesn't want his emotions there as well. Global climate deal a must despite Copenhagen trauma - Kim June 19 - A pledge by President Obama and Xi to fight climate change is a good first step but its still imperative to broker a global deal, argues World Bank President Jim Yong Kim. Egypt allows EU envoy to see deposed president CAIRO (Reuters) - Egypt allowed Europe's top diplomat to meet deposed Islamist President Mohamed Mursi on Monday, flying her after dark to Mursi's secret detention facility but ruling out any role for him in ending the turmoil convulsing the country. Pop star Miley Cyrus says she's no "twerk queen" LONDON (Reuters) - U.S. pop singer and former Disney television child star Miley Cyrus brushed off any suggestions that dropping her squeaky clean image was a sign she was "going off the rails". UPDATE 5-Ackman's Pershing Square takes $2.2 bln stake in Air Products By Svea Herbst-Bayliss, Swetha Gopinath and Ernest Scheyder Delay in Disclosing Leaks at Fukushima Is Criticized The lack of transparency by the operator, Tokyo Electric Power Company, in revealing that contaminated water from the site had been flowing into the ocean has renewed public frustration. For Airgas founder, time to savor rival's hedge fund headache NEW YORK, July 31 (Reuters) - For Airgas Inc founder and Chairman Peter McCausland, there was a fair amount of schadenfreude in the air on Wednesday. UK's multitaskers take to Twitter to swap TV talk-report LONDON, Aug 1 (Reuters) - Tweeting and texting while watching TV is supplanting the traditional water-cooler chat about the previous night's viewing among increasingly media-savvy Britons, the country's telecoms regulator has found. Courting the perfect beach partner When a marriage ends up in court it usually means the end -- but for Todd Rogers it was just the beginning. Will China's economy crash? After many years of euphoria over China's rapid growth and the country's apparently inevitable rise to global economic dominance, the China story has taken a serious turn for the worse. Briefly Education University Application Rates in U.K. Vary by Ethnicity State high school students with Chinese backgrounds are the most likely to apply to a British university, while white students are the least likely, according to a new report. The Learning Network Blog Weekly News Quiz | July 23-29, 2013 Answer our 10 questions to see what you know about the people and events that made news this week. Football Bayern's Hoeness charged He's been a principal figure in German football for decades, but Bayern Munich president Uli Hoeness' world could fall apart after being charged with tax evasion. TABLE-Foreign brokers set to sell Japanese stocks TOKYO, Aug 1 (Reuters) - Following are orders for Japanese stocks placed through six foreign securities houses before the start of trade on Thursday. Japanese Stocks SELL 19.5 million shares BUY 17.8 million shares ------------------------------------------------------ SELL 1.7 million shares Well Making the Case for Eating Fruit Fresh fruit should not become a casualty in the sugar wars, many nutrition experts say. Pogue's Posts In the Universe of Printers, One Worth Talking About A home laser printer from Hewlett-Packard has a weird name. But dont let that fool you. Dot Earth Blog Daniel Yergin on George Mitchells Shale Energy Innovations and Concerns An energy historian considers the legacy of the energy entrepreneur who unlocked shale gas and oil with fracking. Currents | Outdoors An Outdoor Shower Inspired by P.S. 122 The shower manufactured by Oborain was named after the New York City school-turned-performance-space. Pentagon Sees Support for Afghans After 2014 The twice-yearly assessment notes progress but says outside help for Afghan forces will be required long after the NATO-led mission ends at the end of 2014. Single-sex golf clubs? Men-only golf club Muirfield is the home to 2013 British Open this week. CNN visited an exclusive female London establishment to find out what's dividing the sexes. Russia loses $200 million satellites as launch ends in flames ALMATY, Kazakhstan (Reuters) - A Russian rocket carrying three navigation satellites worth around $200 million crashed shortly after lift-off from the Russian-leased Baikonur launch facility in Kazakhstan on Tuesday after its engines suddenly switched off. For Airgas founder, time to savor rival's hedge fund headache NEW YORK, July 31 (Reuters) - For Airgas Inc founder and Chairman Peter McCausland, there was a fair amount of schadenfreude in the air on Wednesday. Israel, Palestinians seek peace deal within nine months July 30 - Israeli and Palestinian negotiators will seek to reach a peace agreement within nine months and negotiators will meet again within two weeks after holding a "positive" first round of talks, U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry announces. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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News Feed Latest worldwide news Tax evasion charges for Bayern Munich chief He's been a principal figure in German football for decades, winning the 1974 World Cup as a player before becoming Bayern Munich's club president, but Uli Hoeness' world could come crashing down after being charged with tax evasion on Tuesday. Advertising New Unit to Turn Brands Into Publishers Following its own move into automated buying, IPG Mediabrands announced a plan to help clients create content for online platforms. Chef NZ denied me visa due to obesity A South African chef who has worked in New Zealand for six years claims his work visa was denied because of his obesity. Wildlife's worst enemy? Us Mona Rutger got the call in October A bald eagle was flopping around on an airport runway after it had been clipped by a private jet. Unfortunately, it's something she sees all too often. Top 10 stopover stays TOKYO (Reuters) - Spending a night between destinations in a stopover city and need a place to stay? Online boutique hotel experts Mr Mrs Smith (www.mrandmrssmith.com) have come up with 10 hotels for a memorable stopover. Reuters has not endorsed this list. In raging Middle East, Israel wins time with Palestinian peace talks JERUSALEM (Reuters) - Pressured by Washington, worried about its international standing and perturbed by Middle East turmoil, Israel had many reasons to return to peace talks with the Palestinians this week after a three year hiatus. The singer speaks out for gay marriage July 30 - Ex-teen star Miley Cyrus explains why she's such a passionate advocate of gay marriage. Rough Cut (no reporter narration). Tunisia Faces More Anger After an Ambush Kills Soldiers At least eight soldiers were killed on the countrys northwestern border, an attack that comes amid large protests against the Islamist-led government. US high-grade market braces for more supply after record July NEW YORK, July 31 (IFR) - A record USD75.773bn of new issuance was placed by investment-grade borrowers in July, and if the building pipeline for August is any indication, it appears syndicate bankers will be lucky to enjoy any lazy days of summer this season. Mortgages On Floods and Rising Insurance Premiums Until redrawn maps are finalized, and the rates revised, neither homeowners nor lenders can accurately estimate the affordability of future premiums. Can horn sales save the rhino? South Africa wants to sell some of its $1 billion of stockpiled rhino horns. But will it end poaching, or just encourage the slaughter? A Hamptons Beach House Where Everyone Is Welcome With plenty of bunk beds, lockers and towels. Chinas Feud With West on Solar Leads to Tax The tariffs could exceed 50 percent on materials imported from the United States and South Korea used to build solar panels, a move seen as retaliation for an American trade lawsuit. UPDATE 2-DreamWorks sees strong quarter as "Turbo" picks up speed * "The Croods" helps second-quarter profit almost to double Mark Ronson on love for music CNN's Monita Rajpal meets Grammy award-winning Mark Ronson who has produced some of the biggest stars in the industry. AllianceBernstein revenue rises, but Asia clients jittery (Reuters) - U.S. money manager AllianceBernstein Holding LP said on Wednesday that second-quarter net revenue and profit surged, beating Wall Street estimates, but retail investors in Asia pulled... U.S. Day Ahead LinkedIn's Facebook strategy July 31 - LinkedIn reports earnings and we'll find out how the plan to keep members staying longer on the site. Plus Activision details its strategy as a newly independent company. UPDATE 3-Obama defends Summers as he mulls Fed pick WASHINGTON, July 31 (Reuters) - U.S. President Barack Obama defended Lawrence Summers on Wednesday in the face of concerns by fellow Democrats that the president may name his former economic adviser... N.F.L. Television Pioneer to Step Down Next Year Steve Bornstein, who secured coverage of N.F.L. games for ESPN and helped establish the NFL Network, will step down in the spring of 2014. Briefly Education University Application Rates in U.K. Vary by Ethnicity State high school students with Chinese backgrounds are the most likely to apply to a British university, while white students are the least likely, according to a new report. Carney's Bank of England readies guidance push, under wraps for now LONDON, Aug 1 (Reuters) - The Bank of England and its new governor Mark Carney will put the finishing touches to a fresh approach to nurturing Britain's nascent economic recovery on Thursday, when... Plan to Separate Food Waste Will Expand Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg has announced an expansion of New Yorks pilot program for food waste recycling, looking to cities like San Francisco for lessons. Kerry Says Goal Is Mideast Peace Deal Within 9 Months Secretary of State John Kerry said Israeli and Palestinian negotiators would meet within two weeks to work out a peace agreement leading to an independent Palestinian state. Russian protesters arrested in Moscow July 31 - Protesters who make a point of gathering in Moscow almost every month to exercise their constitutional right to assemble peacefully were dragged by police onto waiting buses and arrested. Rough Cut (no reporter narration). Art in Review Mind Is Outer Space One of the summers better gallery group shows is this presentation of some two dozen works in various mediums by 17 artists. Pfizer settles U.S. marketing case related to Rapamune WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Pfizer Inc will pay $490.9 million to resolve accusations of illegal marketing of the drug Rapamune dating to Pfizer's 2009 acquisition of Wyeth Pharmaceuticals Inc, the U.S. Justice Department said on Tuesday. Thai oil spill having "extreme" impact on tourism - minister BANGKOK (Reuters) - An oil spill that has blackened beaches at a Thai holiday island was having an extreme impact on tourism and could spread to the coast of the mainland and affect the fishing... Malls kill off HK's street food stalls Decades of urban transformation have decimated Hong Kong's throngs of dai pai dong, supplanting them with glitzy malls and big name eateries. Happy birthday, Harry Potter! Happy birthday, Harry Potter! Egypt Decrees That Pro-Morsi Sit-Ins Be Dispersed The military-led government instructed its security forces to end two large sit-ins in the capital by supporters of the deposed Islamist president, risking a new round of violent convulsions. Well Australians Are Getting Fatter Australia may be known for its rugged outdoor lifestyles but recent statistics suggest a different reality. Australia and its equally outdoorsy neighbor, New Zealand, are now two of the fattest countries in the developed world. Golf Snedeker profits from baby joy It was a weekend that Brandt Snedeker and Hunter Mahan will never forget. Snedeker won his second PGA Tour event of 2013 as Mahan celebrated the birth of his daughter. Restaurant Review ABC Cocina in Manhattan Jean-Georges Vongerichtens newest venture is translated from the Spanish. RPT-As others retreat, Brazilian bank BTG dives into commodities By Jeanine Prezioso, Emma Farge and Guillermo Parra-Bernal Well Australians Are Getting Fatter Australia may be known for its rugged outdoor lifestyles but recent statistics suggest a different reality. Australia and its equally outdoorsy neighbor, New Zealand, are now two of the fattest countries in the developed world. A Jazz Critic Inspired by a Book of Album Cover Designs The jazz critic Ben Ratliff recalls an introduction to a vast range of music via a book of record jacket designs, Album Cover Album. Mugabe Faces Test as Zimbabwe Votes President Robert G. Mugabe has outlived virtually all his African contemporaries. He aims to serve another term as president, extending his rule through his 94th birthday. President of Bayern Munich Is Charged With Tax Evasion German prosecutors have charged Uli Hoeness, the president of Bayern Munich, with tax evasion after an investigation into his financial dealings with a bank account in Switzerland. Homeownership slips to 17-1/2-year low WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Homeownership in the United States hit a 17-1/2-year low in the second quarter as Americans continue to shift toward renting, one of the lingering legacies of the recession. Suspension Is Testing Friendship of Two Stars Aaron Rodgers and Ryan Braun are two California natives who found sporting success and friendship in Wisconsin. Until now.

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News Feed Latest worldwide news Choir singing harmonises hearts July 25 - A Swedish study shows that when people sing together, their pulse rates synchronise, suggesting health benefits for the heart. U.N. More civilians dying in Afghanistan Civilian casualties in Afghanistan increased 23% in the first six months of this year, the United Nations said in a report released Wednesday. The U.N. says improvised explosive devices are the main factor behind the rise. UPDATE 1-'Despicable' minions upset Depp's 'Lone Ranger' at box office LOS ANGELES/NEW YORK, July 7 (Reuters) - The small yellow minions of "Despicable Me 2" upstaged Johnny Depp at the weekend movie box office. Player Ratings U.S. (1) vs. Panama (0) Players ratings from the United States national teams 1-0 victory over Panama in the Concacaf Gold Cup final in Chicago. Champion Blackhawks Sign Coach Quenneville to Extension The Stanley Cup champion Chicago Blackhawks have retained head coach Joel Quenneville on a three-year contract extension, the National Hockey League (NHL) team said on Friday. After the Fact Fainting in Heat Heat syncope, or fainting, is a risk on hot summer days, and responding properly is necessary to avoid complications. American Securities explores sale of General Chemical-sources NEW YORK, July 31 (Reuters) - Private equity firm American Securities LLC is exploring a possible sale of specialty chemicals manufacturer General Chemical Corp that could fetch more than $1 billion,... Asset manager rally hit by emerging markets flight LONDON (Reuters) - Emerging market-focused asset managers hit by investor flight from riskier debt and equity in June, are dragging on a year-to-date rally in the broader sector. Ask an Expert Design Advice on Reconfiguring an Emptying Nest Danielle Galland, an interior designer, will answer readers questions about how to reconfigure living spaces as children head for college. Garbage piles up in Santiago July 30 - With trash piling up as garbage collectors enter into their second day of strikes, the government examines options to prevent health risks. Deborah Lutterbeck reports. Mexico, beyond stereotypes Ariel Moutsatsos takes issue with a recent Ruben Narrarette CNN column that he says makes sweeping and misinformed generalizations about Mexico. Barclays reveals 12.8 billion finance hole Barclays has revealed a 12.8 billion ($19.6 billion) hole in its balance sheet as it announced a 5.8 billion rights issue, buttressed by a plan to shrink its balance sheet and issue 2 billion of contingent convertible debt. McIlroy Once Again Looks to Regain Form at Firestone Dispirited and frustrated after missing the cut at the British Open 12 days ago, Rory McIlroy was in a much more upbeat mood on Wednesday as he prepared for this week's WGC-Bridgestone Invitational. Dalke, Wagner Lead Junior PGA Brad Dalke retained the lead Wednesday in the Junior PGA Championship and Samantha Wagner topped the girls' leaderboard for the second straight round. Dinosaur Skeletons Headed to Auction, Not Museum Two skeletons found in Montana by commercial fossil hunters are to be auctioned in New York, where they could bring an estimated $7 million to $9 million. Recent Commercial Real Estate Transactions Notable properties that have been recently listed for sale, sold or leased. Mentoring African women CNN's Robyn Curnow meets Managing Director and CEO of Standard Chartered Bank Nigeria, Bola Adesola. Asset manager Waddell Reed's profit rises as net inflows soar (Reuters) - Asset manager Waddell Reed Financial Inc reported a 26 percent rise in quarterly profit as net inflows more than doubled. Tax evasion charges for Bayern Munich chief He's been a principal figure in German football for decades, winning the 1974 World Cup as a player before becoming Bayern Munich's club president, but Uli Hoeness' world could come crashing down after being charged with tax evasion on Tuesday. Mandela on posters Nelson Mandela's 95th birthday is being marked by an exhibition of stunning new posters of South Africa's former president. Clip Air brings air travel by train June 19 - Swiss researchers have released futuristic designs for attachable modular aircraft that will allow passengers to board a plane at a railway station and disembark at their destination without ever setting foot in an airport. EPFL says its Clip Air project is no flight of fancy. Jim Drury reports. A Trail of Masterpieces and a Web of Lies, Leading to Anguish Investigators are still struggling to penetrate the fog of claims and counterclaims about what happened to seven paintings that were stolen by a Romanian criminal gang from a Dutch museum. Plague-infected squirrel found in California July 26 - A Los Angeles-area camping ground is closed after a squirrel is found carrying plague. Lily Grimes reports. Wax Hugo Chavez for Cuban museum July 30 - A self-taught family of wax figurine artists creates a life-size sculpture of Hugo Chavez to go on display at Cuba's wax museum. Tara Cleary reports. Baalbek Treasure beneath rubbish A temple the size of several football fields, the biggest stone monolith ever carved. Regional strife may have scared travelers away from the Beqaa Valley but now could be just the time to go. GLOBAL MARKETS-U.S. stocks end mixed following Fed; dollar falls * Fed keeps stimulus on track, U.S. stocks near flat in volatile session Football Death leaves family reeling Family members of Christian "Chucho" Benitez are still awaiting medical and autopsy reports to find out what killed the soccer star, his father said. Frugal Traveler Memphis on the Cheap Elvis, Barbecue and Baseball Part 2 of the Frugal Travelers summer road trip takes him to Memphis, where he searches for the tacky and the tasty while (generally) trying to avoid the touristy. $250 Million, a Record Gift, Set for College in Kentucky Centre College in Danville, Ky., has received the largest outright gift ever made to a liberal arts college $250 million of stock from the A. Eugene Brockman Charitable Trust. Microsoft losing money on Surface tablets SEATTLE (Reuters) - Microsoft Corp's Surface tablets have yet to make any profit as sputtering sales have been eclipsed by advertising costs and an accounting charge, according to the software company's annual report. Severe NFL Injuries Rose Every Season From 2009-12 Sure didn't take long for some significant injuries at NFL training camps Philadelphia Eagles receiver Jeremy Maclin, Baltimore Ravens tight end Dennis Pitta, Denver Broncos center Dan Koppen, to name only three. NEWSMAKER Liberia will reform land ownership law, education Liberian President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf says the audit of her country's government has not dampened growth momentum, and feels further reforms will be implemented in land laws and in education Hong Kong watchdog cracks down on China Metal Recycling; bankers wary SINGAPORE, Aug 1 (Reuters) - Hong Kong's securities regulator has taken one of its most draconian actions ever and asked the courts to liquidate a listed company, a move that could be the first of several as the watchdog hardens its stance against alleged market misconduct. Facebook Briefly Trades Above I.P.O. Price Shares in the company have risen about 34 percent since it announced a surprisingly strong earnings report last week. In Gaza, Iran Finds an Ally More Agreeable Than Hamas Unlike Hamas, Islamic Jihad, also a militant group, has kept up relations with the government of President Bashar al-Assad, a longtime Iranian ally. Scoop on 'Homeland' season 3 Last season of "Homeland" ended with a literal and figurative bang, and this season kicks off with more than a few pieces to pick up. T Magazine Visiting the Source | A Chef in the Field Striped Bass Chefs on Long Island count the days until striped bass, the prize fish in the waters around Montauk, becomes available. What's next for 'The Walking Dead' Before heading to Comic-Con in San Diego last weekend, the cast members of "The Walking Dead" were each given a folder with talking points about the upcoming fourth season. Dalke, Wagner Lead Junior PGA Brad Dalke retained the lead Wednesday in the Junior PGA Championship and Samantha Wagner topped the girls' leaderboard for the second straight round. Bubba's $40K hovercraft Bubba Watson's golf cart hovercraft will cost you $40,000.

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