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News Feed Latest worldwide news Dick Kazmaier, a Heisman Winner Who Passed on the N.F.L., Dies at 82 Mr. Kazmaier, a Princeton halfback who won the Heisman in 1951, was drafted by the Bears but declined to join the team, or any other, saying he had achieved all he wanted in the sport. 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... Think Like a Doctor Not Just the Flu Can you solve a medical mystery involving a 59-year-old woman who becomes deathly ill two weeks into what she calls the flu? Well Anemia Tied to Dementia Risk A large study finds further evidence that anemia a common condition in the elderly increases the risk for dementia. Brazil central bank liquidates Banco Rural BRASILIA, Aug 2 (Reuters) - Brazil's central bank on Friday declared the extrajudicial liquidation of Belo Horizonte-based Banco Rural SA due to its poor financial situation and lack of viable plan... Yemeni girl protests child marriage In a nearly two-and-a-half-minute video, which was uploaded to YouTube and quickly went viral, Nada, 11, accuses her parents of trying to get her married off in exchange for money. Contractors, cars and debt collectors top U.S. consumer complaints survey (Reuters) - U.S. consumers always complain about pushy car salesmen and debt collectors, but in 2012 they also faced an array of new and sometimes surprising challenges - like getting hit with fees... U.S. issues global travel alert, cites al Qaeda threat WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The United States issued a worldwide travel alert on Friday warning Americans that al Qaeda may be planning attacks in August, particularly in the Middle East and North Africa. Ecuador's Christian Benitez dies aged 27 Ecuador international Christian Benitez, the top scorer in the Mexican league last season, has died suddenly at the age of 27. U.S. STOCKS-Dow, SP 500 end at record for 2nd day despite tepid jobs data * Dell committee and buyout group announce agreement, shares up Analysis McCain's deals and 'wacko-bird' barbs are priceless for Obama WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Republican U.S. Senator John McCain accidentally walked in on President Barack Obama this week when he was addressing a Democrats-only meeting of senators. U.S. Envoy and Putin Aide Discuss Snowden There were signs that the United States and Russia might try to contain the fallout over Russias decision to grant temporary asylum to Edward J. Snowden, the fugitive intelligence analyst. Murray wins Wimbledon CNN's Pedro Pinto talks to Andy Murray who made history by becoming the first British man to win Wimbledon since 1936. Bits Blog Flares in Canada at the Thought of Verizon Prominent ads have appeared across the country over the last few weeks denouncing any possible incursion by Verizon. A fair World Cup deal ? After Apple and Google come under pressure over aggressive tax avoidance strategies, now its FIFA's turn to defend its lucrative financial arrangements with World Cup hosts Brazil. Inside China's 'falcon' village In Jilin province, a small village keeps alive Manchu tradition of falcon training. Trumbo's Angels Snap Skid, Blast Blue Jays 8-2 Mark Trumbo homered in the Angels' four-run first inning, Garrett Richards allowed four hits over seven strong innings, and Los Angeles snapped its six-game losing streak with an 8-2 victory over the Toronto Blue Jays on Thursday. U.N. Warns It Will Disarm Congo Rebels In an uncharacteristically stern warning, the United Nations ordered individuals near the eastern city of Goma to turn in their weapons or be deemed an imminent threat to civilians. UPDATE 1-U.S. natgas rig count climbs 19 to 388 -Baker Hughes * Gas-directed rig count up for 5th time in 6 weeks * Horizontal rigs gain for second straight week * Oil rig count slips 13 to 1,388 NEW YORK, Aug 2 (Reuters) - The number of rigs drilling for natural gas in the United States jumped by 19 this week to 388, data from Houston-based Baker Hughes showed on Friday. The gas-directed rig count, which posted an 18-year low of 349 six weeks ago, has climbed in five of the past six weeks. Recent rig gains have stirred concerns that n Fantasy Football Players to Avoid, Quarterbacks and Running Backs Though these players could be useful depending on where you draft them, we will do our best to keep them off our fantasy football rosters this summer. Dane prepares for Masters Living Golf meets Thorbjorn Olesen as the rising star of golf prepares for the most important tournaments of his career. DealBook A Fallen Wall Street Programmer Tells His Side Sergey Aleynikov, a former Goldman Sachs computer programmer accused of stealing computer code from the bank, is the subject of a profile in Vanity Fair. 20 biggest travel mistakes The CNN Travel staff has put in some hard miles. Leland Mitchell, Who Defied Racism on the Basketball Court, Dies at 72 A decision by Mitchell and his teammates to play in a N.C.A.A. tournament despite opposition was widely seen as the beginning of the end of segregation in college sports. Recipes for Health Tacos With Salmon or Arctic Char, Greens and Tomatillo Salsa This tangy fish filling tastes good hot or cold. Breakingviews Lloyds v Barclays - race for investor demand Aug. 1 - A Lloyds share sale looking doable following H1 results. The snag? Barclays' $9 bln rights issue could suck up investor demand. Russian Bolshoi acid attack victim may return to work next month MOSCOW (Reuters) - Sergei Filin, the artistic director of Russia's Bolshoi ballet who nearly lost his sight when a masked attacker threw acid in his face six months ago, said on Thursday he hoped to be back at work next month. The Lede Russian Bloggers Welcome Snowden With Jokes, Praise and Job Offers Russian bloggers, activists, entrepreneurs and journalists posted messages on social networks welcoming Edward J. Snowden to his new home. Detroit proposes new health care plan to save $12 million a year DETROIT, Aug 2 (Reuters) - Detroit Emergency Manager Kevyn Orr on Friday proposed a new healthcare plan for city workers that is projected to save the city $12 million a year by raising deductibles... FOREX-Dollar drops broadly after weaker-than-forecast jobs data * U.S. hiring slows in July; jobless rate at 4-1/2-year low Update-Moody's MNC Sky Vision's 1H results in line with expectations For the full text of this story please click the following link Deals of the day -- mergers and acquisitions Aug 2 (Reuters) - The following bids, mergers, acquisitions and disposals were reported by 2000 GMT on Friday U.S. issues global travel alert due to al Qaeda threat A global travel alert issued Friday by the State Department said al Qaeda may launch attacks in the Middle East, North Africa and beyond in coming weeks, and the U.S. government prepared to close embassies and consulates in the region Sunday as a precaution. UPDATE 1-Brazil liquidates small bank linked to corruption case BRASILIA, Aug 2 (Reuters) - Brazil's central bank on Friday declared the liquidation of Banco Rural SA due to its poor financial situation and lack of viable plan to rescue the institution. NASA aborts spacewalk after leak into astronaut's helmet CAPE CANAVERAL, Florida (Reuters) - A spacewalk to work on the International Space Station ended abruptly on Tuesday when a water-like liquid started building up inside an Italian astronaut's helmet, NASA officials said. Russians smell something fishy in Putin's latest stunt MOSCOW (Reuters) - There was a time when Vladimir Putin's macho antics inspired pride among Russians, but many are finding it hard to believe the president's latest stunt - catching a huge pike in Siberia. Overlooked? All-Star-Laden Lynx Lead League, Again The WNBA has crafted a marketing campaign around a trio of rookies whose popularity has helped boost interest in the league. Obama Narrows Field for Fed Chairman to 3 President Obama is said to be choosing between Larry Summers, his former economic adviser; Janet L. Yellen, the Federal Reserves vice chairwoman; and Donald L. Kohn, a former Fed vice chairman. Amid Protests, Inmates Escape From Libyan Prison Protesters attacked the offices of the Muslim Brotherhood of Libya and the liberal National Forces Alliance party, after demonstrations set off by killings turned violent, witnesses said. Spains Premier Says He Erred, but Rejects Calls to Step Down During a rare appearance before lawmakers Thursday morning, Prime Minister Mariano Rajoy admitted errors but denied widespread corruption in his governing party.

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