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Sheryl Crow finds new 'home' in country music's Nashville
NASHVILLE, Tenn., Aug 29 (Reuters) - Sheryl Crow has spent the past seven years living the country life in country music's capital with her country music friends, but the Grammy-winning rocker has only now come around to recording a country music album.


The Learning Network Blog Test Yourself | English, Aug. 29, 2013
Can you choose the word pair that correctly completes the sentences from the article?


The Week Nesting Coffins and Low Expectations for a Comet
Recent developments in health and science news. Also this week monitoring the nations power supply and a milestone in sustainable energy.


N.F.L. Roundup Jets Goodson Will Not Contest His Four-Game Suspension
After a rocky off-season that included an arrest on drug and weapons charges, Goodson said he was disappointed in himself but ready to focus on a return to the Jets backfield.


Czech Telefonica, T-Mobile in talks on sharing 2G, 3G networks
PRAGUE, Aug 29 (Reuters) - The Czech units of Telefonica and T-Mobile have launched talks on consolidation of their second and third generation mobile phone networks across the Czech Republic, Telefonica said on Thursday.


Former Scoring Champ T-Mac Retires From NBA After 16 Years
Seven-time All-Star Tracy McGrady, a shooting guard renowned for his exceptional athleticism, announced on Monday that he was retiring from the National Baseketball Association (NBA) after 16 years in the league.


Ryan Refuses to Revisit Quarterback Situation
After taking responsibility for playing Mark Sanchez late in Saturdays preseason game, Jets Coach Rex Ryan did not want to answer questions Monday about Sanchez or Geno Smith.


Key Questions on the Conflict in Syria
A brief summary of the conflict in Syria and why the United States appears headed to a fresh military entanglement in the Middle East.


Build your home from scratch
Imagine if it were possible to build your own home, in this day and age, for less than $35,000. Or to cut up some timber and piece your new home together like a giant jigsaw puzzle.


Where Sand Is Gold, the Reserves Are Running Dry
Storms, tides and a rising sea level are swallowing up chunks of beach along Floridas coastline, but there is almost no sand left offshore to replenish the beaches.


Movie Review Dark Tourist Stars Michael Cudlitz
Dark Tourist focuses on a fateful trip by a security guard (Michael Cudlitz) whose twisted hobby is visiting scenes of serial killings.


10 secrets of 'The Butler'
"Lee Daniels' The Butler" follows the life of Cecil Gaines, an African-American butler who serves in the White House under eight presidencies. Inspired by real-life butler Eugene Allen, Gaines (played by Forest Whitaker) witnesses the rise of the civil rights movement, the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr.'s assassination, Vietnam and the election of the Barack Obama, all while simultaneously balancing the highs and lows of his family life.


QA Adjusting the OS X Security Settings
Help for computer users who want to download programs on to their Mac without the overzealous security questions.


Nudged to the Produce Aisle by a Look in the Mirror
Researchers out to promote healthier eating habits are using gentle cues, like strategically placed mirrors, to steer shoppers toward fruits and vegetables.


U.S. Facing Test on Data to Back Action on Syria
The Obama administration says the information it will make public will show proof of a large-scale chemical attack by Syrian forces.


Text a driver in New Jersey, and you risk liability
We've all heard the dictum Don't text and drive. Now, a New Jersey state appeals court has an addendum Don't text a driver -- or you could be held liable if he causes a crash.


The TV Watch At Ceremony for Civil Rights Milestone, an Image That Spoke Volumes
Commemorating a famous civil rights speech, a black president was at center stage, as two white former presidents looked on deferentially.


U.S. fast-food workers plan nationwide strikes over minimum wage
NEW YORK, Aug 29 (Reuters) - Fast-food workers across the United States are expected to stage their largest strike to date on Thursday in an almost year-long campaign to raise wages in the service sector.


Selfless Star, Ultimate Sacrifice
The widow of Dan Roundfield, who drowned while trying to save his wife, recently shared the most haunting details of his death in Aruba at age 59.


Second-Quarter G.D.P. Revised Sharply Higher
The U.S. economy accelerated more quickly than expected in the second quarter thanks to a surge in exports, bolstering the case for the Federal Reserve to wind down a stimulus program.


Soros raises JC Penney stake but two big investors exit in Q2
BOSTON (Reuters) - Billionaire investor and philanthropist George Soros likes ailing retailer JC Penney so much that he added another 2 million shares to his already large investment, according to...


ArtsBeat Q. A. Cassandra Clare on The Mortal Instruments
Ms. Clare discusses the movie adaptation of the first volume of her best-selling series of fantasy novels.


Theater Review The Amoralists Bring Cheaters Club to Abrons Arts Center
A new play from the Amoralists explores the Southern gothic world of graveyards, the dead, their souls and sex.


Obama Willing to Pursue Solo Syria Strikes, Aides Say
President Obama is ready to move ahead with a limited military strike even with a rejection of such action by Britains Parliament, officials said.


McGinley Happy to Give Youth a Chance at Ryder Cup
European Ryder Cup captain Paul McGinley has said he will not be afraid to blood inexperienced youngsters in his team for next year's contest.


Mark Ronson on love for music
CNN's Monita Rajpal meets Grammy award-winning Mark Ronson who has produced some of the biggest stars in the industry.


The 30-Minute Interview Cary Tamarkin
An entrepreneur blends his passions for architecture and development to make a successful business.


Hungarian train shines light on self-contained solar power
Aug. 28 - A nature reserve in central Hungary has become a testing ground for self-contained, solar-powered train travel. Engineers say the narrow gauge train is the first of its kind, and could become a template for larger train transport systems. Matthew Stock reports.


Jackson's consultant helps defense in trial
A lawyer for Michael Jackson's estate gave an entertainment industry consultant permission to help AEG Live in its defense of the wrongful death lawsuit filed by the pop singer's mother, the expert testified.


10 Questions for Jacob Lew
Treasury Secretary Jacob J. Lew is interviewed by John Harwood of The Times and CNBC.


Satellite problems cut phones in Canada's Arctic
*Flights canceled, bank machines, cell phones stop working


Australian GP Albert Park flyover
Get a bird's-eye view of Melbourne's Albert Park F1 race track.


N.C.A.A. Taking Flexible Approach to Basketball Tournament
The N.C.A.A. announced changes to the way it will select teams for the mens basketball tournament, adding flexibility in hopes of keeping teams properly seeded.


You're the Boss Blog How Do You Decide When to Add New Employees?
In the recessions aftermath, many small-business owners are wary of hiring too fast.


China Plans Its First Unmanned Moon Landing This Year
The mission, due by the end of 2013, will be the countrys first soft landing on an extraterrestrial body, the state-run Xinhua news agency reported.


US municipal bond funds report $1.74 bln weekly outflows-Lipper
WASHINGTON, Aug 29 (Reuters) - U.S. municipal bond funds reported $1.74 billion of net outflows in the week ended Aug. 28, much lower than the $2.14 billion of outflows in the previous week,...


Bin Laden search doctor faces retrial
A Pakistani judicial commissioner has overturned the conviction of a doctor who is accused of helping the United States find Osama bin Laden, and has ordered a new trial, the official's office said Thursday.


Gus, New Yorks Most Famous Polar Bear, Dies at 27
The bear, long the celebrated face of the Central Park Zoo, had to be euthanized after medical professionals found an inoperable tumor.


White House says 'preponderance of evidence' Assad used chemical weapons
Aug. 29 - The White House says a report on chemical weapons use in Syria will be delivered to the American public this week --- a move which could pave the way to attack on Syria. Deborah Gembara reports.


Final BCS Season Should Be a Wild Ride
The BCS farewell tour is about to begin.


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