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News Feed Latest worldwide news The multi-billion-dollar fight for national sovereignty - Felix TV Elliott vs. Argentina is one of those court cases so important and complex that only a Power Ranger, Transformers, Legos and wooden trains can possibly do it justice. (November 30, 2012) Honors for Breaking Bad and Modern Family It was a night of upsets at the 65th Primetime Emmy Awards, in which several HBO series won unexpected victories. Baby killed by baggage carousel Spanish investigators are trying to figure out how a 5-month-old baby died on a baggage carousel at an airport in Alicante. Catholic College Rescinds Invitation to Speaker Defending Same-Sex Marriage The provost of Providence College in Rhode Island canceled a lecture by John Corvino, citing a 2004 church document on our fundamental moral principles to support the decision. The 'moles' who clean the Chunnel It's approaching midnight at the bottom of the English Channel and a team of eager "tunnel moles" stands poised for a busy night's work. Swiss banks steer clear of consolidation GENEVA (Reuters) - Swiss private bankers say a capital shortfall in the financial sector and a clampdown on tax evasion stand in the way of much-need consolidation in an industry battling rising... California to raise minimum wage to $10 an hour by 2016 SACRAMENTO (Reuters) - California has become the first state in the nation to commit to raising the minimum wage to $10 per hour, with the increase to take place gradually through the start of 2016, under a bill signed into law by Democratic Governor Jerry Brown on Wednesday. Orders for Durable Goods Increased Slightly in August Separately, new-home purchases rose, easing worries that higher mortgage rates have started to dent sales. 1.3 tons of cocaine found on flight Venezuelan authorities on Wednesday announced additional arrests in connection with a massive shipment of cocaine in an Air France flight from Caracas that landed in Paris. Don't get stuck in your own success Economist and author Noreena Hertz explains why it pays to not get stuck in your own success and make choices with your eyes wide open. Carnival Corp shares continue to sink as recovery seen distant Sept 25 (Reuters) - Carnival Corp's shares slid a further 5 percent on Wednesday as analysts cut their price targets on the cruise operator's stock and expressed concern that a recovery in bookings... How to nominate a CNN Hero A CNN Hero's journey to global recognition begins with a nomination by someone who's been touched by their efforts. UPDATE 3-U.S. to get coveted Alibaba IPO after Hong Kong talks founder * Alibaba IPO could have added 5 pct to HKEx daily turnover Germans shopping not dropping Sept. 25 - Consumer confidence in Europe's largest economy surged to a six year high. But uncertainty over U.S. budget talks continues to hang over the markets. Guangzhou moves on labor camps China's third-largest city Guangzhou -- capital of China's richest and most progressive province Guangdong -- has announced it has taken the first concrete steps in unbolting the country's often reviled "Re-education Through Labor" (RTL) system. Brooklyn Botanic Garden Defends Decision to Suspend Science Program The garden, which has faced criticism for temporarily closing its science center and laying off three employees last month, cited the disrepair of the building and a $750,000 budget gap. Nigeria's pioneering princess Meet Princess Fifi Ejindu, a Nigerian descendent of royalty who has done pioneering work in architecture and business. U.S. durable goods edge higher, boosted by car demand WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Orders for long-lasting U.S. manufactured goods edged higher in August and gave a signal that the factory sector gained a step midway through the third quarter. Buses, trains? It's urban gondolas Urban transport in Bolivia's administrative capital of La Paz has always been about what goes up and down. T Magazine On Beauty | Clever Twists on Classic Hairstyles T offers a short primer on how to get the best hairstyles from the fall collections. On Golf Top Award Would Be Just One of Woodss Consolations Tiger Woods did not win a major tournament or the Tour Championship this year, but he seems likely to be voted the player of the year. Norway's Arctic idyll shivers at oil plans SVOLVAER, Norway (Reuters) - Oil companies seeking new Arctic areas for exploration face a battle with environmentalists, fishermen and hotel owners over Norwegian islands where jagged snow-capped peaks rise sheer from the sea. Bits Blog Amazon Updates Kindle Fire Line A day after Microsoft announced plans for its new Surface tablets, Amazon refreshed the Kindle Fire line. The tablet wars are just getting started. Economix Blog National Health Costs vs. Your Health Costs A study shows why many individuals are feeling an ever-greater burden in health costs even as hospitals and insurers have wrung billions of dollars out of the system. Breaking Views Its Time for Bill Gates to Part Ways With Microsoft Bill Gatess many talents dont include effectiveness as chairman. Under his leadership, Microsofts board left Mr. Ballmer in place too long, the author writes. Peter Matthiessen to Publish New Novel Mr. Matthiessen, 86, said the new novel, about a group that comes together for a meditation retreat at the site of a World War II concentration camp, may be my last word. Roundup Michigan Hangs On After Scare, Again Michigan dodged another upset by beating unranked Connecticut. The Wolverines took their first lead in the second half. WRAPUP 3-World mourns Steve Jobs; Apple shares edge higher * Apple shares up 1 percent (Updates links to stories, graphics, Breakingviews; updates shares) EU lawmakers back strict new approval system for medical devices * Parliament committee backs pre-market authorisation system ArtsBeat Michelle Obama Visits Studio Museum in Harlem As President Obama attended the United Nations General Assembly, Michelle Obama hosted an event for the spouses of chiefs of state at the Studio Museum in Harlem. Waterloo Journal 200 Years After Battle, Some Hard Feelings Remain Preparations are under way to mark the 200th anniversary of Napoleons defeat at Waterloo, but sometimes it seems the battle has not really ended. David Sedaris on Films Hes Watched (and Rewatched) Anticipating the release of the first film adaption of his work, C.O.G., the writer David Sedaris discussed some of his favorite movies. Israeli-Palestinian talks to intensify, greater U.S. role UNITED NATIONS (Reuters) - Israel and the Palestinians have agreed to intensify their peace talks and to increase the U.S. role, U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry said on Wednesday in a rare comment on the negotiations. Attack in Iraq leaves 10 dead Attackers shot dead at least 10 people in a strike on government targets in the northern Iraqi city of Hawija on Wednesday, police said. NASA Mars rover finds no sign of methane, telltale sign of life CAPE CANAVERAL, Florida (Reuters) - NASA's Mars rover Curiosity has come up empty-handed in its search for methane in the planet's atmosphere, a gas that on Earth is a strong indicator of life, officials said on Thursday. Americans Abroad N.W.S.L.s First Season From the Outside Looking In U.S. international Yael Averbuch on watching the inaugural season of the National Womens Soccer League. Opera Review Eugene Onegin Opens Metropolitan Opera Season The Mets new Eugene Onegin, directed by Fiona Shaw, opened on Monday in a drab production upstaged by critics protesting Russian laws intolerant of gays. Rocky Transition From Farm to Town in China It is one of the largest peacetime population transfers in history the removal of 2.4 million farmers from mountain areas in central Chinas Shaanxi Province to low-lying towns. Penney leaning toward $1 bln equity raise -sources Sept 25 (Reuters) - J.C. Penney Company Inc is looking to raise as much $750 million to $1 billion in new equity to build up its cash reserves as the holiday season approaches, according to three people with knowledge of the matter. CBS to Test a Third Version of NCIS Franchise The possible new show would be based in New Orleans and would be introduced the way NCIS Los Angeles was introduced as a planted spinoff.

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