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News Feed Latest worldwide news Sports Spread British Open history favours the heavyweights July 18 - A look at which of the world's top golfers are worth a punt in the chase for the Claret Jug. Plus, betting on the 2nd Ashes Test at Lord's. Farewell, quirky mailboxes? Dog-shaped mailboxes, Hawaiian-print mailboxes, even tiger-protected mailboxes such letterbox creativity could eventually disappear. Recent Commercial Real Estate Transactions Notable properties that have been recently listed for sale, sold or leased. Michael Dell closes in on prize with sweeter $25 billion deal NEW YORK/ROUND ROCK, Texas (Reuters) - Dell Inc and Chief Executive Michael Dell clinched a new $25 billion deal on Friday, boosting the bid and offering a special dividend in hopes of ending months of wrangling with opponents of the founder's proposed buyout of the world's No. 3 PC maker. What I Wore | Jennifer Weiner An Avid Reader Scribbles a Wardrobe A week of dressing for Cape Cod with the novelist Jennifer Weiner. Is this Lindsay Lohan's last shot? Remember when Lindsay Lohan was the next Ann-Margret? Study raises new concern about earthquakes and fracking fluids NEW YORK (Reuters) - Powerful earthquakes thousands of miles away can trigger swarms of minor quakes near wastewater-injection wells like those used in oil and gas recovery, scientists reported on Thursday, sometimes followed months later by quakes big enough to destroy buildings. Northern California city sues Chevron over refinery fire SAN FRANCISCO (Reuters) - The Northern California city of Richmond on Friday sued Chevron Corp, saying the company was willfully negligent in a massive refinery fire and a smoke cloud last year that sent thousands of people to hospitals. Election Commission declares Mugabe in Zimbabwe Aug. 3 - Election Commission declares Robert Mugabe is re-elected Zimbabwe's president as opposition leader Tsvangirai rejects count. Deborah Lutterbeck reports. Bits Is Google More Like Microsoft or Apple? Microsoft has a tech culture that yearns for more features. Apple prizes design and simplicity. Where is Google on the spectrum? Florida cops' shooting mistake Was he a suspect or a victim? Amanda Bynes Then and now Showbiz Tonight takes a look back at the first interviews with Amanda Bynes. Wall St. Week Ahead Market to shift into lower gear as earnings, data fade NEW YORK (Reuters) - With earnings season winding down and the employment report out of the way, the U.S. stock market is likely to shift into a lower gear next week. A fair World Cup deal for Brazil? After some of the world's biggest corporations such as Apple and Google have come under pressure over aggressive tax avoidance strategies, now its FIFA's turn to defend its lucrative financial arrangements with 2014 World Cup hosts Brazil. The power of friendship World number 2 Andy Murray focuses on his friend, ATP doubles player Ross Hutchins, who is battling cancer. The Pour Calming Words From a Vineyards Unlikely New Owner With Charles Banks taking over, fans of Mayacamas Vineyards are feeling anxious. Economix Blog The Fed Contenders A Reading List A survey of what has been written about, and by, the two leading candidates to be the next head of the Federal Reserve, Lawrence H. Summers and Janet L. Yellen. The toughest shot in golf? Living Golf takes a a look at the iconic 17th hole with its island green. Hell inside kidnap house No one heard their screams, but the terror of Ariel Castro's victims finally came to light in court. DealBook In Complex Trading Case, Jurors Focused on Greed Jurors expressed sympathy for Fabrice Tourre, but their decision to find him liable in a toxic mortgage deal came down to what they saw as the letter of the law and concern about Wall Street greed. Al Qaeda's image problem Peter Bergen says al Qaeda's attempts to rework its image with happy videos, tugs of war and ice cream eating contests won't fool anybody. Manning Trial Focus Returns to State Dept. Cables Prosecutors of Army Pfc. Bradley Manning are focusing on the damage done by his release through WikiLeaks of more than 250,000 U.S. diplomatic cables. App City Not for Followers Sosh is often described as a concierge service; it picks out restaurants, bars and activities for the discerning New Yorker. Egypt Says It May Shut Entrances to Camps As clashes between demonstrators and security forces continued in and near Cairo, the Egyptian government threatened to block entrances to a large protest camp. Business Briefing | Regulatory News Outbreak of Stomach Illness Is Traced to a Salad Mix The Food and Drug Administration said an outbreak of stomach illnesses in Iowa and Nebraska was linked to salad mix served at Olive Garden and Red Lobster restaurants and supplied by a farm in Mexico. Russia Olympics 'gayest ever'? You don't have to be gay or even Russian to feel the wrath of the Russian government's homophobia. You could go to jail if you are "pro-gay," whatever that means. And that's under just one of a growing number of hate-infused bills becoming law at a time when, as it happens, Russia is preparing to host the world in the next Winter Olympics. T Magazine On Beauty | Travel-Friendly Products Thatll Make Your Summer a Whole Lot Smoother Have these nine items at the ready and youll be equipped to deal with warm, sticky weather, wherever you find it. Aisha Tyler feels like an outsider Actress and author Aisha Tyler tells George Stroumboulopoulos that she wants to be a voice for nerds and outsiders. Dot Earth Blog Daniel Yergin on George Mitchells Shale Energy Innovations and Concerns An energy historian considers the legacy of the energy entrepreneur who unlocked shale gas and oil with fracking. U.S. seeks tighter control over Apple in e-book case NEW YORK (Reuters) - Apple Inc is headed for a showdown with the U.S. government and dozens of states, which on Friday urged that tough new restrictions be imposed on the company for illegally conspiring to raise e-book prices. Roundup Slumping No More, Cardinals Score 13 in Rout of Reds David Freese hit a three-run double in the first inning to spark St. Louis, which had 14 hits in its second straight 13-run performance. Why we love the transfer window The sun is shining, barbecues are out, beaches are packed and the commute to work is slightly less crowded than normal. It can mean only one thing football's summer transfer window is upon us. Legoland builds royal baby story July 29 - Legoland Windsor presents a new attraction to celebrate the birth of Prince George in time for the school holidays. Tara Cleary reports. A Robber Put Her Bird in Someone Elses Hand Ana Marte and her pet talking parrot were inseparable. Until Monday, when the bird was taken at gunpoint. Babies who share the royal birthday get silver pennies July 23 - The Royal Mint adorns families of babies born on the same day as the new royal prince with commemorative silver one penny pieces. Elly Park reports. RPT-UPDATE 5-Michael Dell closes in on prize with sweeter $25 bln deal NEW YORK/ROUND ROCK, Texas, Aug 2 (Reuters) - Dell Inc and Chief Executive Michael Dell clinched a new $25 billion deal on Friday, boosting the bid and offering a special dividend in hopes of ending... Thais Cast a Wide Net for Diverse Tourists Thailand has a government-sponsored campaign aimed at gay and lesbian travelers, and is also marketing itself to Muslims. Cybersecurity firm FireEye files to raise up to $175 mln in IPO SAN FRANCISCO, Aug 2 (Reuters) - FireEye Inc, the fast-growing cybersecurity firm headed by former McAfee chief Dave Dewalt, filed on Friday for an initial public offering to raise up to $175 million. Surprise at TV Critics Gathering DeGeneres Is to Host the Oscars At a preseason press tour, the newsmakers of the industry gave a preview of offerings. 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.

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