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News Feed Latest worldwide news UPDATE 1-Smiths terminates talks over medical unit sale LONDON, Aug 2 (Reuters) - British engineering company Smiths Group said it had terminated discussions over a sale of its medical division after it failed to agree terms with the bidder, which a... ArtsBeat Forensic Art Experts Libel Case Against New Yorker Magazine Is Dismissed A federal judge has dismissed a libel complaint against The New Yorker magazine for an article it published about a forensic art expert. Marlins 3, Mets 0 Mets Harvey Remains Winless Against a Lineup Thats Usually Hapless Matt Harvey, the Mets ace, is 0-1 with a 3.52 earned run average in four starts against the Marlins this season. In his latest, he lasted only five and two-thirds innings. Eagles Receiver Who Used Racial Slur Takes Leave The team did not say when Riley Cooper would return, but indicated he would seek counseling to help him understand how his words have hurt so many. History shows Snowden may face tough exile in Russia MOSCOW, Aug 2 (Reuters) - U.S. fugitive Edward Snowden seems assured of a warm welcome in Russia and may even achieve celebrity status in his new home, but history suggests he will no longer be master of his fate and a Moscow exile will bring some difficult challenges. Fists fly in Taiwan parliament Members of Taiwan's parliament shout and throw bottles during a voting session over a debate on nuclear power. The new Doctor is ... The next star of the long-running sci-fi series "Doctor Who" will be unveiled in a live half-hour special. Bus strike idles Phoenix-area commuters for a second day PHOENIX, Aug 2 (Reuters) - Negotiations to resolve a labor dispute between union bus drivers and management ramped up on Friday as more than 57,000 weekday commuters in the Phoenix area were forced to find alternative routes to work for a second day. Burj Khalifa get Google Street View Fancy a stroll around the observation deck of the tallest building in the world? Shareholder wealth The largest creators, the biggest destroyers Reuters blogger Felix Salmon shares a surprising list of which companies over the last 90 years have generated the most wealth for shareholders, and which ones have destroyed it. U.S. Farm Credit System quarterly earnings up 3.5 pct CHICAGO, Aug 2 (Reuters) - The U.S. Farm Credit System, a government sponsored enterprise and the single largest lender to U.S. agriculture, on Friday said second quarter earnings rose 3.5 percent, reflecting rising interest income and smaller loan losses. Murray inspires hometown Open Court travels to Dunblane, Scotland to talk to the people who know Andy Murray best. Russians welcome asylum for Edward Snowden Aug. 2 -Russians relaxed about giving asylum to U.S. fugitive Edward Snowden which sparks anger in the U.S. and raises specter of diplomatic retaliation from Washington. Tom Dinham reports. Should We Build a Fence So Buyers Wont Worry About Privacy? If neighbors can see into a house that is for sale, planting trees may be a better option than having a fence built. CORRECTED-GLOBAL MARKETS-U.S. shares, bond yields, dollar fall after jobs data (Corrects headline to show bond yields, not bonds, are lower) Clarkson is denied ring, Travis released from hospital Aug 01 - The latest celebrity news including Kelly Clarkson can't bring Jane Austen's ring out of the UK and Randy Travis goes to a physical therapy center. Roselle Chen reports. George Zimmerman pulled over by Texas police, warned for speeding AUSTIN, Texas (Reuters) - George Zimmerman, a volunteer watchman whose acquittal in the shooting death of unarmed black teenager Trayvon Martin led to protests, was pulled over by police in Texas on Sunday for speeding, officials said on Wednesday. Battle of the sexes -- on four legs Horse racing is one of the only sports in the world where men and women compete against each other. Trevino Merion win changed me Lee Trevino recounts his 1971 victory at Merion Golf Club, which will also host this year's U.S. Open. Apple pie warms Spain crisis In the midst of Spain's economic crisis, entrepreneur Burton Novak opened a shop to to make and sell American-style pies and cakes. Two years on the pie shop has created seven jobs, in a nation with soaring unemployment. 48 hours in Rochester, New York ROCHESTER, New York (Reuters) - Synonymous with film photography, lilacs and classical music, Rochester offers an unusual array of attractions for a mid-sized U.S. city that brought industrial prowess to a scenic river gorge on Lake Ontario's southern shore. Root Canal Aside, a Painless Start for a Jets Rookie Much of the attention is on two other Jets rookies, Geno Smith and Dee Milliner, but defensive lineman Sheldon Richardson is not complaining. Obama to Appear on Tonight Show His topics, NBC said, will be job initiatives and the economy. India Ink When Socializing Became a Vocation in Bangalore Initiating newbies in Bangalores social circles has become a fulltime job for some. Zimbabwe's MDC considers protests against Mugabe landslide HARARE (Reuters) - Zimbabwe's Movement for Democratic Change said on Friday it could take to the streets to challenge President Robert Mugabe's victory in elections it rejects as a farce and which face skepticism from the West. City Room New York Today Up All Night What you need to know for Friday and the weekend All night with a mayoral hopeful, cats and concerts in Brooklyn and beyond, and glorious weather briefly returns. Toyota Quarterly Profit Nearly Doubles The Japanese automaker raised its full-year profit forecast as it benefited from the weakening yen, which lifted Toyotas bottom line even as it sold fewer vehicles. WRAPUP 6-U.S. hiring slows in July but jobless rate falls to 4-yr low * U.S. nonfarm payrolls rise 162,000 in July * Unemployment rate falls to 7.4 percent * Mixed signals for prospects of Fed easing stimulus * Disconnect between hiring and GDP a worrisome trend By... The hot albums and festivals this summer Summer is the best time for outdoor musical festivals and blasting music with all the windows open. We've done the legwork for you, and compiled what should be some of the best albums of the season, and the most tent-worthy festivals, organized by region. 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. Global Soccer After Soccer Players Death, Questions About Qatar When Christian Bentez left the field after making his debut for the Qatari soccer team El Jaish on Sunday, he seemed fit and well. One day later, he was dead. The Pragmatist Banning Guests That Bite or Buzz The battle against ticks and mosquitoes now requires more work and a bit of strategy, as new breeds gain a foothold. T Magazine Listen Up | Violin Meets Modern Dance in a New Video From Arcade Fires Sarah Neufeld The mesmerizing clip, which has its world premiere here, marks the debut of Pressur.es, a filmmaking initiative exploring synergies between progressive music and cutting-edge choreography. After two decades, U.S. Navy near deal to settle 'Flying Dorito' suit * Navy would receive $400 million in equipment, lawmaker says U.S. Carmakers Post Strongest July Sales Since 2006 Pickup sales continued to be strong across the industry, but companies were also helped by increased demand for smaller, more fuel-efficient cars. UPDATE 2-Rogers designs plan to thwart Verizon move into Canada TORONTO, Aug 2 (Reuters) - Rogers Communications Inc , Canada's largest wireless company, is attempting to thwart Verizon Communications Inc's entry into the country by backing a private equity bid... Critics Notebook Sharknado Has Led a Summer TV Attack Several networks, including Syfy and the Weather Channel, have shows this summer featuring sharks. The Consumer Concerns About Dementia Screening A push for early detection and treatment, even in the absence of cognitive symptoms, of the amyloid plaques that indicate a risk for Alzheimers and other dementias has some researchers worried. Legal Battle Lifts Profile of a Quiet Empire A legal battle over an obscure investment trust lays bare the private world of Barry Portnoy, who oversees a $25 billion real estate empire stretching from Boston to Honolulu. 'Corpse flower' stinks as it blooms July 22 - Visitors flocked to the U.S. Botanical Gardens for a whiff of the famous 'corpse plant' which emits a rotten flesh-like odor as it blooms. Deborah Gembara reports.

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