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News Feed Latest worldwide news Violent landslide destroys car Four passengers miraculously survive as their car is crushed by a landslide in China. SP says U.S. public finance rating trends positive, despite Detroit WASHINGTON, July 30 (Reuters) - Rating trends across the U.S. public finance sector were "decidedly positive" in the second quarter, despite the default by Detroit, Standard Poor's Ratings Service... Your Money A Start-Up Aims to Bring Financial Planning to the Masses If Alexa von Tobel has her way, financial advice will be as widely available and affordable as any other popular consumer product or service. Trailside Its Time to Vote for a Sticker on Voting A contest held by the New York City Campaign Finance Board to design a voter pride sticker is down to four finalists and balloting on Facebook. National Briefing | Plains Abortion Law Is Blocked in North Dakota A state judge on Wednesday temporarily blocked enforcement of a law requiring doctors who perform abortions to have admitting privileges at nearby hospitals. Stills released of royal family baby July 24 - Britain's newest prince in photos just before he is whisked away to Kensington Palace where his parents are set to recuperate. Jessica Gray reports. UPDATE 1-US ITC delays word on whether Samsung infringes Apple's patents WASHINGTON, Aug 1 (Reuters) - The U.S. International Trade Commission said on Thursday it would delay a decision on whether some mobile phones and tablets made by Samsung Electronics Co Ltd infringe on Apple Inc's patents. Fast track to driver road rage? It may not be "High Noon," but the Red Bull team are facing a Shanghai showdown when their two drivers resume rivalries at this weekend's Chinese Grand Prix. Afghans Yield in Dispute With U.S. Over Stiff Fines for Cargo Shipments Under the threat of losing hundreds of millions of dollars in American aid, Afghan officials backed down in an argument that had threatened to drive up the cost of the Western military withdrawal. U.S. official challenges claim that Obamacare hurts workers WASHINGTON, Aug 1 (Reuters) - A top U.S. healthcare official on Thursday challenged claims by Republican lawmakers that the country's healthcare reform law is causing workers to lose hours or benefits, saying she is aware of only isolated cutbacks. Kerry, in Pakistan Visit, Sees Longer U.S. Role in Afghanistan Secretary of State John Kerry said on Thursday that he expected the United States and Afghanistan to complete a security agreement allowing American forces to stay in the country after 2014. Bits Wirelessly Expand Your Smartphone or Tablet Memory The SanDisk Connect Wireless Media Drive allows user to plug an SD memory card into a tiny hard drive and then wirelessly retrieve photos, videos or files on a tablet or smartphone. Algeria seeks bidders for first 3G licences ALGIERS, Aug 1 (Reuters) - Algeria on Thursday invited applications to bid for three licences to set up and operate the country's first third generation (3G) mobile phone network. National Briefing | West California San Diego City Council to Sue Mayor The San Diego City Council voted to file a lawsuit against Mayor Bob Filner to recover any damages the city may have to pay as a result of a sexual harassment lawsuit. On Location | Amagansett, N.Y. Welcome to Summer Camp The bunk-bed aesthetic appeals to design-minded guests. So does the well-stocked vintage bar cart. NASCAR pioneer Nicole Nicole Lyons sets the pace for African-American woman in NASCAR. George Howell reports. Illinois governor signs law allowing medical marijuana CHICAGO (Reuters) - A law allowing marijuana to be used for medical purposes in Illinois was signed on Thursday by Governor Pat Quinn, making it the second most populous state in the country after California to permit medicinal use of the drug. U.S. House passes Iran sanctions bill to slash oil exports WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The House of Representatives easily passed a bill on Wednesday to tighten sanctions on Iran, showing a strong message to Tehran over its disputed nuclear program days before President-elect Hassan Rouhani is sworn in. Park on verge of golfing immortality South Korea's Inbee Park stands on the cusp of golfing immortality if she can win the British Open at St Andrews in Scotland, as it will be her fourth major championship of the year. U.S. to close some embassies Sunday for security reasons WASHINGTON (Reuters) - U.S. embassies that would normally be open this Sunday - including those in Abu Dhabi, Baghdad, Cairo - will be closed that day because of unspecified security concerns, the U.S. State Department said on Thursday. UPDATE 2-Goldman's aluminium offer may soothe but leave costs high LONDON, Aug 1 (Reuters) - Goldman Sachs' olive branch to beleaguered metals customers will do little to help bring down the high cost of securing aluminium, but even critics praised the proposal as a smart move to placate regulators and silence complaints. UPDATE 1-Long Island woman says cooking searches stirred suspicion NEW YORK, Aug 1 (Reuters) - A Long Island writer struggling to find a better way to cook lentils was visited by law enforcement agents after she and her husband ran Google searches on pressure cookers and backpacks, she wrote in a blog post. Radio show personality Kidd Kraddick died of cardiac arrest coroner (Reuters) - Popular radio and TV host David "Kidd" Kraddick, the host of the syndicated show "Kidd Kraddick in the Morning", died of cardiac disease, according to the deputy coroner of Jefferson Parish, Louisiana. $4 Million in Compensation Set for Man Left in D.E.A. Cell The government will pay Daniel Chong after he was left in a cell for four days last year without food or water. World Briefing | Africa Tunisia Prime Minister Calls for December Elections Prime Minister Ali Laarayedh announced Monday that elections would be held Dec. 17 and said the government would stay in office to see through the transition. Shares of American Homes 4 Rent fall in market debut Aug 1 (Reuters) - Shares of real estate investment trust American Homes 4 Rent fell 3 percent in their market debut. Illinois governor signs law allowing medical marijuana CHICAGO, Aug 1 (Reuters) - A law allowing marijuana to be used for medical purposes in Illinois was signed on Thursday by Governor Pat Quinn, making it the second most populous state in the country after California to permit medicinal use of the drug. Advertising Songs and Sunscreen Spread the Health Insurance Message Advertising is upbeat in the states that are setting up marketplaces where residents will buy health insurance in accordance with the Affordable Care Act. UPDATE 1-U.S. municipal bond funds report $2.24 bln weekly outflows WASHINGTON, Aug 1 (Reuters) - U.S. municipal bond funds reported $2.24 billion of net outflows in the week ended July 31, nearly twice the previous week's $1.23 billion, according to data released by... White House "disappointed" in Snowden asylum, but public reaction mixed Aug. 1 - The White House is disappointed in Russias decision to grant asylum to fugitive Edward Snowden, but public reaction in New York was mixed. Mana Rabiee reports. UPDATE 1-OpenTable sacrifices profit to bump up marketing efforts * Sees 3r-quarter adj profit/share .38-.42 vs est .48 U.S. Senate panel approves bill to bolster FHA finances WASHINGTON (Reuters) - A U.S. Senate panel on Wednesday approved a bipartisan bill aimed at bolstering the finances of the Federal Housing Administration, which may need to turn to taxpayers for a... Squatters right, says student toilet designer August 1 - A British design student has invented a hi-tech squat toilet for the western market, which he believes will provide health benefits for users and lead to the demise of the traditional seated lavatory. Sports Briefing | Football Rutgers to Retire LeGrands Jersey Rutgers announced Tuesday that Eric LeGrands No. 52 jersey would be the first retired by the program. LeGrand will be honored in a ceremony Sept. 14. UPDATE 3-PG appears back on track with CEO Lafley's return Aug 1 (Reuters) - Procter Gamble Co forecast a slightly more upbeat 2014 than expected on Thursday as Chief Executive A.G. Lafley tries to get the world's largest household products maker back on track without sacrificing profitability. "Most Wanted" app brings gamers into hunt for suspects July 5 - Police in Warsaw have come up with an innovative way to enlist the public in their hunt for wanted criminal suspects, by incorporating a rogue's gallery of faces as part of a smartphone app which tests players' memory for faces. Jim Drury reports. CORRECTED-Fairfax Financial takes quarterly loss on bond investments (Corrects currency throughout to U.S. dollars from Canadian dollars) Congress finally votes to cut student loan interest rates WASHINGTON (Reuters) - U.S. college students will likely pay a reduced interest rate of 3.86 percent on their student loans for the new school year, after lawmakers on Wednesday finally passed a compromise bill that would reverse a recent rate hike. National Briefing | West California San Diego City Council to Sue Mayor The San Diego City Council voted to file a lawsuit against Mayor Bob Filner to recover any damages the city may have to pay as a result of a sexual harassment lawsuit. CIA polygraphs CNN's Drew Griffin reports on unprecedented CIA polygraphing that some say is an effort to silence Benghazi operatives.

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