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News Feed Latest worldwide news N. Korea defectors speak at UN inquiry CNN's Paula Hancocks reports on the latest from a UN inquiry into North Korean human rights violations. Books Pregnant, and Disputing the Doctor After having a child, Emily Oster wrote Expecting Better, a book that challenges the conventional wisdom on pregnancy. What justifies intervening in Syria? Why does the use of chemical weapons justify international retribution with military force, in a way that two years of brutal repression with tanks and planes does not? And where in international law is the legal "cover" for such action? Navratilova vs. Cash Open Court's Pat Cash takes to the court with 18-time grand slam winner Martina Navratilova. Corner Office The Limitedx2019;s Chief Re-Recruit Your Team Every Day Linda Heasley of The Limited says she should always be able to show her workers why they should work for her and her company. UPDATE 1-Syria crisis adds impetus to investor flight for emerging markets LONDON, Aug 27 (Reuters) - The Indian rupee and Turkish lira tumbled to new record lows on Tuesday as investors' headlong flight out of emerging markets gathered pace with added impetus from... 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. Russian athletes issue angry denial of 'gay kiss' protest Two Russian athletes issued angry denials Tuesday that their exchange of a kiss on the victory podium at the world championships was a protest against their country's strict new anti gay propaganda law. ArtsBeat Ben Affleck to Play Batman in Man of Steel Sequel Ben Affleck moves back into blockbuster territory after focusing on smaller dramas, like the Oscar-winning best picture Argo.. 2 Charged With Stealing Code From Flow Traders Firm Two men, one a former trader, have been charged with stealing secret computer code from a high-frequency trading firm in Manhattan in an effort to start their own business. Fukushima 'house of horrors' Japan's nuclear regulator described the Fukushima nuclear power plant as a "house of horrors." Paula Hancocks reports. As Egyptians Ignore Curfew, Talk of a U.S.-Brotherhood Conspiracy Among supporters of the military, which ousted Mohamed Morsi, there is a widespread view that the United States and the Muslim Brotherhood have a plan to destroy Egypt. Aid to Greece Weighs on German Campaign Suggestions of another round of Greek aid aggravated the relationship between Greece and Germany and provided ammunition for candidates seeking to oust Chancellor Angela Merkel. Cultured Traveler In Istanbul, Seeing Art Through Two Lenses As the city comes into its own as a contemporary art hub, looking at more established, and more subversive, players in this world. Louisville DE Mauldin Involved in Moped Accident Louisville defensive end Lorenzo Mauldin was hospitalized and expected to be held overnight for observation after he was hit by a vehicle while riding his Moped on campus Tuesday morning. U.S. judge wants external monitor for Apple in e-books case * Monitor would review Apple antitrust procedures, training Bloomberg Cities take lead on warming New York City Mayor Bloomberg is chairman of C40 Cities Climate Leadership Group, and he says leaders are taking action, not debating climate science. New York is already prepping for future storms and cutting emissions. 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. CANADA FX DEBT-C$ firms as oil climbs, Bank of Canada reassures * C$ strengthens as oil, gold rise on Syria fears * Bank of Canada's Murray bolsters confidence * C$ at C$1.0474 vs US$, or 95.47 U.S. cents * Bond prices rise By Andrea Hopkins TORONTO, Aug 27... You're the Boss Blog Bringing the Family Into the Family Business One piece of advice Have your children work outside the family business first. That way, they can prove they are capable and can receive promotions when working for someone else. The New Old Age Blog Faster Assistance for Medicare Patients More on what Medicare quality improvement organizations can do for older patients and their caregivers. Why disc drives are an endangered species Could the phrase "burn a disc" soon be interred in the computing graveyard, resting peacefully alongside 8-bit graphics and the chirping, buzzing hum of a dial-up modem? Some of the most influential computer makers in the world say yes. Former Madoff employees want more details on affair allegations NEW YORK (Reuters) - Five former employees of Bernard Madoff responded on Thursday to government assertions that all but one of them and Madoff were involved "in romantic and/or sexual relationships"... Keren Veisblatt, Michael Toledano The bride is the social media manager for a Jewish organization; the groom is an investment portfolio manager. Economic Scene Coming Full Circle in Energy, to Nuclear In the post-oil embargo quest for energy alternatives, nuclear power stumbled and coal surged. It may be time to reverse that. CORRECTED-Brazil's Anima hires Ita, Bank of America for IPO -sources (Corrects paragraph 5 to change name of company mulling IPO to Ser Educacional instead of Ser Educao, removes reference to Abril Educao as Ser is not a unit of Abril; adds new story number for... Square Feet Once Just a Punch Line, Buffalo Fights Back Developers in Buffalo have announced several ambitious new projects, helping the Great Lakes city plot a course out of the doldrums. Prime Lot, Empty for Years (Yes, This Is Manhattan) The dormancy of a 6.4-acre parcel in Midtown Manhattan overlooking the East River is an enigmatic and confusing tale of ambition, infighting, personality conflicts and bad timing. Iran names new envoy to IAEA, extending makeover of nuclear team DUBAI (Reuters) - Iran has named a disarmament expert as its envoy to the U.N. nuclear watchdog, extending a reshuffle of top officials dealing with its disputed atomic program since new President Hassan Rouhani took office vowing to improve Iran's foreign relations. Australian's killing in Oklahoma may be gang-related As an Oklahoma town comes to grips with the apparent senseless killing of an Australian baseball player on its streets, one man is offering a possible motive gang violence. Ford says Europe's car market may take 5-6 years to recover paper FRANKFURT (Reuters) - Ford Motor Co's European chief Stephen Odell expects the European car market could take five to six years to recover, the executive was quoted as saying by a German newspaper. Your Money An $18 Million Lesson in Handling Credit Report Errors Despite a whopping judgment against Equifax, little is going to change for those who find mistakes in their credit reports, industry observers say. Health Care Costs Climb Moderately, Survey Says The average annual premium for a family rose 4 percent this year and 5 percent for individuals. The Legend of Jadeveon Clowney The story of South Carolinas Jadeveon Clowney, known for his exploits from an early age, reflects the popularity and the hype of college football today. With Proposed Rail Expansion, Northwest Confronts Its Clean Image Plans by the energy industry to move more coal and oil through the Pacific Northwest by rail are pulling at all the threads of the regions green self-portrait. MTV Brings Its Video Music Awards to New Territory For the first time, MTVs Video Music Awards ceremony will be held in, and steeped in, Brooklyn. India Ink 2 More Are Arrested in the Rape of a Photojournalist in India Two men were arrested in connection with the gang rape of 22-year-old photojournalist on Saturday by the Mumbai police. US STOCKS-Wall St posts worst day since June on Syria concerns * Tiffany's falls after results, Goodyear up on labor contract As Serena Williams Caps Big Day for Sisters, Her Opponent Needs a Hug Having lost her first eight games to top-seeded Serena Williams, Francesca Schiavone hugged a ball boy for some support, but still ended up losing, 6-0, 6-1. Mayoral Rivals in 2-Way Fight for Black Vote With polls showing the black electorate split evenly between Bill de Blasio and William C. Thompson Jr., Mr. Thompson is pushing back with a deeply personal ad.

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