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News Feed Latest worldwide news N.F.L. Pressure Said to Lead ESPN to Quit Film Project ESPN had been working with PBS on a film about head injuries in the National Football League, whose games are shown on the sports network and represent a cherished source of revenue. Arts, Briefly Reality Bites TV Series NBC is developing a half-hour television series based on the 1994 coming-of-age film Reality Bites, according to Varietys Web site. Aided by U.N. Forces, Congolese Hit Rebels Tensions escalated as the Democratic Republic of Congo blamed Rwanda for supporting rebel fighters, and a rocket killed three people in Goma. 30 years of China 'show trials' CNN's Jaime FlorCruz covered China's "Gang of Four" trial in the early 80s. What's changed? China Trial by social media One of the most dramatic developments from the trial of disgraced senior politician Bo Xilai isn't what was said in court, but that the arguments were revealed at all. As Renters Move In, Some Homeowners Fret Some homeowners worry about the changing makeup of their neighborhoods, as they fill with tenants who have little investment in the area. 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. UPDATE 2-Brazil's Batista sells more of stake in oil company OGX to pay debt * Magazine report of Batista-BTG breakup further pressures stocks Google co-founder Brin and wife living apart - spokesperson SAN FRANCISCO, Aug 28 (Reuters) - Google Inc co-founder Sergey Brin is living apart from his wife, who is the chief executive of a biotech firm that Google has invested millions of dollars in and whose sister is one of the Internet search company's top executives. Yosemite hikers escape wildfire - just They were on a 10-day trek through the wilderness, just four guys and six llamas. Expecting to commune with nature, they instead faced its sheer, raw power when their hike was cut short by the huge wildfire ravaging northern California. Wines of The Times Germanys Rieslings on the Tip of the Tongue The countrys dry rieslings capture a sense of place with more crystalline precision and delicacy than most others. 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. Bryan brothers win Wimbledon Men's Wimbledon doubles champions, the brothers Bryan, discuss their victory with CNN's Amanda Davies. 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. Art That Blossomed in a War Zone Bassim al-Shakers paintings and drawings capture life in Baghdad, his hometown, and other parts of Iraq. Escalation in Syria will worsen humanitarian situation - Red Cross GENEVA, Aug 29 (Reuters) - An escalation of the Syrian crisis in the wake of the apparent use of chemical weapons will worsen the situation in the country where the suffering of civilians has reached unprecedented levels, the International Committee of the Red Cross said. Messi-less Barcelona battle to victory What a difference a Messi makes. Last weekend "King Leo" inspired Barcelona to a seven-goal victory on the opening day of the Spanish soccer season, but in his absence Sunday the reigning champions battle to beat Malaga 1-0 thanks to Adriano's winner. Car bomb in northern Iraqi city kills 11 TIKRIT, Iraq (Reuters) - A car bomb killed 11 people and wounded 27 in the Iraqi city of Samarra on Thursday, police and medical sources said, in the latest of an intensifying series of attacks. Texas regulators advance plan to raise prices when supplies tighten HOUSTON, Aug 29 (Reuters) - Texas utility regulators on Thursday directed the state grid operator to create draft rules for a market reform that would raise wholesale electric prices at times when high consumption strains generating supply. Fed should strengthen controls for handling of minutes watchdog (Reuters) - The Federal Reserve should beef up its controls over the handling of minutes for its policy-setting meetings after the top-secret documents were inadvertently released a day early to a... The Renovated Queens Museum Gears Up for Its Fall Unveiling A renovated Queens Museum gears up for its reopening in November with expanded galleries and programs. Fruit fly brain map a boon to neuroscience Aug. 29 - Scientists at the Howard Hughes Medical Institute in Virginia have successfully mapped the circuitry in a small region of a fruit fly brain. The researchers, who work at HMMI's Janelia Farms Research Campus, say it is a small but important step toward understanding how the much larger human brain processes information. Rob Muir has more. U.S. will consult with Britain despite Syria vote White House WASHINGTON (Reuters) - President Barack Obama will decide on a response to chemical weapons use in Syria based on U.S. interests, but Washington will continue to consult with Britain after its parliament rejected a motion supporting military action, the White House said on Thursday. N.F.L. Agrees to Settle Concussion Suit for $765 Million The settlement, between the N.F.L. and more than 4,500 players suing over head trauma, provides for medical exams and concussion-related compensation. JPMorgan's internal bribery investigation reviewing 200 Asia hires NEW YORK (Reuters) - An internal investigation into JPMorgan Chase Co's hiring practices in Asia is examining the employment of around 200 people for instances of possibly illegal nepotism, a source said, indicating the bank's hiring issues may extend beyond the two cases U.S. officials originally asked about. GLOBAL MARKETS-Oil dips as Syria action uncertain; dollar rises on data * Anxiety over imminent Syrian attack eases, caution rules U.S. Facing Test on Data to Back Action on Syria The Obama administration says the information it will make public will show proof of a large-scale chemical attack by Syrian forces. UPDATE 2-U.S. fast-food workers protest, demand a 'living wage' NEW YORK, Aug 29 (Reuters) - Fast-food workers went on strike and protested outside McDonald's, Burger King and other restaurants in 60 U.S. cities on Thursday, in the largest protest of an almost... Qantas shares rise 7 percent after earnings jump SYDNEY (Reuters) - Shares in Australia's flagship carrier Qantas jumped as much as 7 percent on Thursday after the company posted a full-year net profit of A$6 million from a net loss of A$244... Thousands mark 50 years since King's landmark "I have a dream" speech Aug. 28 - As thousands mark 50 years since King's "I have a dream" speech, President Barack Obama calls economic injustice the "great unfinished business" of the civil rights movement. Mana Rabiee reports. Well Four Frittatas and a Terrine Crack some eggs to make these delicious and surprisingly-portable frittatas (and a terrine) inspired by the tastes of Provence from Martha Rose Shulman. Theater Review Breakfast With Mugabe, by Fraser Grace In Fraser Graces Breakfast With Mugabe, the president of Zimbabwe, Robert Mugabe, sees a psychotherapist, and colonialism is put on the couch. Deficit Talks Resuming, but Few Sound Hopeful Deficit negotiations are stalled as Republicans demand deeper Medicare cuts and President Obama insists on raising taxes on the wealthy. N.F.L. Roundup Flynn Could Be Passed Over, This Time With the Raiders Matt Flynn is in almost the same situation as last year with Terrelle Pryor playing Thursday, Flynn, slowed by a sore elbow, could lose out on a starting quarterback job. India Ink Matt Damon Tries to Get Clean Water and Toilets for Indias Poor Matt Damon helps poor Indians get micro-finance for clean water and toilets. UPDATE 2-BBC to shrink as it shares in UK spending cuts * 2,000 jobs to be axed, senior manager roles to be cut China Plans Its First Unmanned Moon Landing This Year The mission, due by the end of 2013, will be the countrys first soft landing on an extraterrestrial body, the state-run Xinhua news agency reported. North Korea Defectors pop acts, rebel artists, TV Hosts Aug. 29 - Kim Jong-un is offering to pay the 25,000 North Koreans living south of the border to return. But Reuters Pictures show many of them have made new lives, from TV hosts to artists and activists. California wildfire heads deeper into Yosemite, entry road closed SAN FRANCISCO (Reuters) - Yosemite National Park, faced with the spread of a massive California wildfire, closed a second key route into the park on Wednesday that could keep some visitors from reaching one of the nation's top outdoor destinations over the Labor Day weekend. The WTA hits 40th Serena Williams and a host of No.1 ranked women's players gather at a unique celebration event Sunday to mark the 40th anniversary of the WTA founded by her 'inspiration' Billie Jean King.

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