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News Feed Latest worldwide news CORRECTED-Seoul shares set to rise on upbeat global data; still wary about Fed (Corrects final paragraph to show Kospi rose 1.1 pct, not fell 0.2 pct) SEOUL, Aug 26 (Reuters) - Seoul shares are set to move higher on Monday as upbeat global data temporarily shifts investors' focus to growth from the persistent worries over an imminent reduction in the U.S. Federal Reserve's stimulus. Improved manufacturing activity in China, the United States and Europe was followed up by Germany confirming on Friday that its economy grew by 0.7 percent in the second quarter, whil Amen Corner God's Golfers Forget hitting the greens -- it's the fairway to heaven which is on the minds of some of the world's top golfers. Mickelson Storms Home at 'Home', Looks Ahead to Next Week After three pedestrian rounds, Phil Mickelson put it together in Sunday's final round at The Barclays, surging up the leaderboard after a blistering six-under-par 65 at Liberty National. Big Deal Surprise! No Rent Increases! A decision to hold the line at 8 Spruce Street is not exactly being copied elsewhere. UPDATE 5-Telefonica wins Slim over with sweetened German deal * Telefonica raises bid for KPN's E-Plus to 8.55 bln euros * KPN's biggest shareholder America Movil says to back deal * America Movil maintains tender offer for rest of KPN * Next test will be antitrust review * KPN to get 20.5 pct stake in Telefonica Germany By Sara Webb and Clare Kane AMSTERDAM/MADRID, Aug 26 (Reuters) - Telefonica has raised its bid for KPN's German arm by 6 percent to 8.55 billion euros ($11.5 billion), winning over top KPN investor America Movil a Washington warns Assad over 'undeniable' chemical weapons attack WASHINGTON/BEIRUT (Reuters) - The United States put Syrian President Bashar al-Assad on notice on Monday that it believes he was responsible for using chemical weapons against civilians last week in what Secretary of State John Kerry called a "moral obscenity." N.F.L. Fans Met by Tighter Bag Policy Bare essentials and clear plastic bags are the norm at N.F.L. games this season under new rules that were put in place after the Boston Marathon bombings in April. Singer Linda Ronstadt says she has Parkinson's disease NEW YORK (Reuters) - Grammy-winning singer Linda Ronstadt is suffering from Parkinson's disease and says she can no longer "sing a note," the group AARP said on Friday. UPDATE 1-Acura's abuse-deterrent pain drug fails mid-stage study goal (Adds details, background, analyst comment; updates share movement) Buzz Aldrin on space tourism Former astronaut Buzz Aldrin is one of the privileged few to have walked on the moon, but he hopes space tourism will be much more of an equal-opportunity experience. The Deal That Brought Dvorak to New York The 1892 contract that Antonin Dvorak, the composer, signed to come to America and teach at a music school was recently found and will be displayed next month to mark his birthday. City Room The Ad Campaign Quinn Highlights Endorsements Christine C. Quinns new advertisement highlights her editorial-page endorsements by The New York Times, The New York Post and The Daily News. Filmmaker Edgar Wright wraps apocalyptic trilogy at 'World's End' LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - After tackling zombies and killer cops, film director Edgar Wright melds British small town pub culture with a large scale alien invasion, an offbeat pairing that yielded "The World's End." DealBook Remembering Muriel Siebert, an Icon for Women Ms. Sieberts pragmatic approach to effecting change on Wall Street characterized many of accomplishments, her admirers said. Amid New Egyptian Protests, U.S. Lawmakers Conflicted on Cutting Aid As supporters of the ousted president, Mohamed Morsi, held more protests Sunday, some American lawmakers pushed for a cutoff in aid while others called for a more measured approach. Tropical Storm Fernand hits Mexico Tropical Storm Fernand slammed into the east coast of Mexico overnight, just hours after it formed over the western Bay of Campeche, bringing the threat of heavy rain. QA Beyond Windows XP Upgrading from Windows XP before security support ends, and ridding iPhoto and iTunes of duplicate files. Exclusive T. Rowe bans some American Air employees from fund trading NEW YORK (Reuters) - T. Rowe Price Group Inc has permanently banned about 1,300 American Airlines employees from trading among its funds in their 401(k) retirement plans, a rare move to curb... UPDATE 2--Tropical depression Fernand kills 13 as weakens over Mexico MEXICO CITY, Aug 26 (Reuters) - Thirteen people were killed when torrential rains triggered deadly landslides as a weakening tropical depression Fernand moved northwest over central Mexico on Monday and away from the country's major oil installations. Starbucks to sell home-grown coffee to the Colombians NEW YORK (Reuters) - Starbucks Coffee Company, which has exported coffee beans from Colombia for more than four decades, plans to open its first caf in the Andean country in 2014 and serve only locally-grown coffee. Jennifer Aniston stripper role 'daunting' Aug. 14 - Hollywood star Jennifer Aniston says the stripping scene in her new comedy movie We're The Millers was 'daunting' to film. Rough cut (no reporter narration). Signs of Chemical Attack Detailed by Aid Group A United Nations official is pressing Syria to let investigators visit the site of the suspected chemical attack, an attack that Syria blames on rebels. The Learning Network Blog 10 Weeks, 5,446 Entries Reflections on the 2013 Summer Reading Contest A thank you to the students and teachers who participated and the organizations that judged and some logistical tips for students about how to prove you participated when youre back in school. Nadal cruises, Venus turns back clock at U.S. Open NEW YORK (Reuters) - Rafa Nadal made an ominous return to the U.S. Open on Monday after Venus Williams rolled back the years as the last grand slam of the year burst into life. U.S. court reverses ruling on Sentinel loan in blow to BNY Mellon CHICAGO, Aug 26 (Reuters) - Bank of New York Mellon Corp may have to get in line behind former customers of Sentinel Management Group who are seeking to recoup money lost in the futures broker's... Global Soccer All Together Now at Manchester City The team opened up English Premier League play looking dominant and in sync, living up to its billing as one of the three favorites this season. Yosemite blaze rages closer to reservoir for San Francisco SAN FRANCISCO (Reuters) - One of the largest California wildfires in decades roared largely unchecked for a 10th day through forests in and around Yosemite National Park on Monday and threatened a reservoir that supplies most of San Francisco's water. 76ers Owner Expected to Buy Devils Josh Harris, the principal owner of the Philadelphia 76ers, is expected to buy the Devils and assume their lease in Newark in a deal said to be worth more than $320 million. Last year's top ten The top 10 Heroes In their own words City Makes Test Scores Available on the Web Parents in New York will be able to log on to see how their children did on the new Common Core reading and math tests. Vogelsong Helps Giants Beat Pirates 4-0 Ryan Vogelsong threw eight sharp innings for his first victory in three months, helping the San Francisco Giants beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 4-0 on Sunday. PE firm to take Globecomm private for $340 million (Reuters) - Satellite communications provider Globecomm Systems Inc agreed to be taken private by investment firm Wasserstein Co for about $340 million. T Magazine By Design | A Second Act for a Legendary San Francisco Watering Hole The trailblazing New York restaurateurs Ken Friedman and April Bloomfield have rescued and revamped the North Beach cafe Tosca with a little help from Sean Penn. McEnroe Still going strong Seven-time grand slam champion John McEnroe is delighting fans on his PowerShares tour. CNN's Don Riddell reports. Remote Control College Footballs Most Dominant Player? Its ESPN Spending billions of dollars for TV rights and becoming partners with universities desperate for exposure, ESPN has emerged as a sports puppet-master and kingmaker. Onyx deal expected to give Amgen a big boost Aug 26 (Reuters) - Investors reacted favorably on Monday to Amgen Inc's $10.4 billion purchase of Onyx Pharmaceuticals Inc, which gives the world's largest biotech company full rights to a blood... Craft beers take on wine industry South Africa may be better known for its wines, but its craft beers, produced by small-scale microbreweries, are proving a hit with discerning drinkers. The Calling singer I was abducted The Calling's lead singer, Alex Band, told police he was abducted, beaten and robbed Sunday, just hours before his group announced a comeback effort. China to phase out use of prisoners' organs for transplants BEIJING (Reuters) - China will start phasing out its decades-long practice of using the organs of executed prisoners for transplant operations from November, a senior official said on Thursday, as it pushes to mandate the use of organs from ethical sources in hospitals. Athlete defends Russia's law There was a thrilling final in the men's 400-meter hurdles at the world championships in Moscow but the race took a backseat to comments made by an athlete who wasn't even competing Thursday.

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