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News Feed Latest worldwide news Boston voters to winnow field in first round of crowded mayor race BOSTON (Reuters) - Voters in Boston head to the polls on Tuesday to choose among a dozen candidates for mayor in a preliminary round of voting in the city's most wide-open mayoral election in decades. Coughlin Leads Calls for Giants to Show More Character Coach Tom Coughlin said he had challenged the Giants pride in the aftermath of a 38-0 loss to the Panthers that left his team 0-3. How does Galaxy Gear measure up? It's tricky business comparing the handful of smartwatches publicly unveiled so far. Week 3 N.F.L. Matchups New Orleans could just as easily be 0-2 if it wasnt for Rob Ryans revamped defense, but Carson Palmer has been relatively successful in past matchups against Ryan-coached defenses. Saving orphans or child trafficking? As international adoption becomes more difficult, a growing number of voices are pushing to reduce restrictions. That's a mistake, critics say. Sky's Delle Donne Named WNBA's Rookie of Year It was pretty obvious to voters who the best rookie in the WNBA was this season. 'Unsafe' plane hurts Tonga tourism Latest problem with Chinese-made MA60 turboprop reignites concerns over the plane's safety. 110 dead in Mexico storms The death toll from widespread flooding in Mexico in recent days has increased to 110 people, the country's interior minister said Sunday. News From the Advertising Industry Account assignments, executive appointments and miscellaneous news from advertising agencies. CORRECTED-BRIEF-GSK's Revolade gets European approval for additional Hep C indication (Corrects headline to say Revolade is now approved for additional indication of hepatitis C) CFTC fines broker that absorbed Peregrine Financial accounts CHICAGO, Sept 24 (Reuters) - The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission on Tuesday fined brokerage Vision Financial Markets $140,000 for failing to supervise employees handling futures accounts. IRS rides 1884 'dead horse' law to defense of tax preparer rules * Libertarian activists challenge IRS crackdown on preparers Gates tops Forbes rich list again as young wealthy play catch up NEW YORK (Reuters) - The richest 400 Americans are significantly richer in 2013 than they were last year and younger Americans are accumulating wealth at a faster clip than their baby boomer counterparts, according to two reports released Monday. Dell upsizes buyout loan to US$7.1 billion -sources NEW YORK, Sept 23 (IFR) - The loan backing the management buyout of Dell Inc has been increased to US$7.1 billion, while the size of the 1st lien high-yield bond has been reduced by US$500 million to... Administration Presses Ahead With Limits on Emissions From Power Plants The limits, to be announced Friday, are an aggressive move to bypass Congress on climate change, and a sign that the White House is not backing down from a confrontation on emissions. Hot Dogs, New Jersey-Style A road trip across the Hudson River to sample a variety of New Jerseyan franks. T Magazine After Hours | The Origin Story of Midler and Manilow, in Music and Words The Bette Midler impersonator Donna Maxon paid tribute to the divas early days when she performed at a gay bathhouse in Manhattan, with Barry Manilow accompanying her on piano. Motherlode Blog New York City Passes Law Defending Rights of Pregnant Workers No one benefits from effectively forcing a pregnant woman to choose between protecting her babys health and looking out for that childs future economic interests. Economix Blog The Path to Dysfunction A loss of leadership leverage, gerrymandering and political donations are among the reasons for the looming government shutdown, but so is a disregard of facts, an economist writes. DealBook New York Still Investigating Trading on Early Access Eric T. Schneiderman, New Yorks attorney general, said on Tuesday that his office was still scrutinizing high-speed trading based on early looks at sensitive data. No. 13 UCLA Honors Pasquale, Routs NM State 59-13 The Rose Bowl crowd cheered when Shaq Evans left the UCLA huddle and went to the sideline before the first play, leaving just 10 Bruins on the field in tribute to Nick Pasquale. Canadian festival celebrates Africa Michael Stohr talks about organizing Toronto's Afro-Fest which has celebrated the continent's culture for 25 years. Shortcuts A Special Purchase to Curb Behavior Could, Just as Easily, Terrify a Pet Americans spend billions on pet products, from automatic litter boxes and anti-scratch spray to special harnesses and leashes. The results are mixed. Why the Indian protests were not a surprise Nov. 14 - Tulsi Tanti, the chairman and managing director of Suzlon Energy, sits down with Chrystia Freeland to discuss the Anna Hazare movement in India, and why protests like this are not surprising in emerging economies. Dozens Killed in Earthquake in Pakistan The magnitude 7.7 earthquake struck in a remote area of Baluchistan Province, killing at least 39 people. Cristina Camerota, Ellen Willett One partner is corporate recruitment team leader and the other creates and maintains employee work schedules for a concierge service. Arctic Ice Makes Comeback From Record Low, but Long-Term Decline May Continue The sea ice coverage in the Arctic Ocean is 50 percent greater than last year at this time. Visuals Paper Goods As publishers move ever closer to the screen-based library, enjoy these tactile books while theyre still here. Popolare Spoleto shares suspended from trading Bourse MILAN (Reuters) - Shares in Italian cooperative lender Banca Popolare di Spoleto were suspended from trading on Milan exchange for an undetermined period, the exchange said in a statement. Bertelsmann sees 2013 sales, operating profit up FRANKFURT, Aug 30 (Reuters) - German media group Bertelsmann expects sales and adjusted operating profit to grow this year, as cost cutting and bestsellers such as Dan Brown's "Inferno" will help offset slow economic growth in Europe. Jets Replay Week 3 The Jets amassed 513 yards of offense in their 27-20 victory over the Buffalo Bills at MetLife Stadium. Meet the ocean's 'great ladies' It might be better known for its extravagant superyachts, but this week Cannes will be a haven for some of the world's most iconic vintage yachts. Jump aboard for Regates Royales de Cannes. UPDATE 1-Undeterred by recall, Fonterra seen pushing on with own-brand China plan * Fonterra's branded push into China seen on track, despite recall Driverless shuttles seen as viable public transport alternative Sept. 17 - A collaboration between French company Induct and a Singapore university aims to replace conventional shuttle buses with a driverless, electric alternative. The team are currently testing the vehicle on a two kilometre test route virtually devoid of other traffic, but hope eventually to increase its range. Rob Muir has more. Why is this guy a top thinker? In the past, author and NYU professor, Clay Shirky's predictions haven't always come true, but it appears he was on the money in 2011. Foreign Policy Magazine named Shirky one of their "Top 100 Global Thinkers," for his musings on social media's impact on revolutions, which we saw come to full fruition in the Arab Spring. Pilotless jets within reach? "We're ready to take control" confirms Bob Fraser, a well-seasoned pilot who has been flying for 37 years. Obama calls Kenya attack 'terrible outrage,' U.S. cooperating NEW YORK (Reuters) - U.S. President Barack Obama on Monday called the attack in a Nairobi mall a "terrible outrage" and said the United States was providing all the cooperation it could to Kenya. T Magazine The Scene | Milan Fashion Week Emilio Pucci Scenes from the Milan Fashion Week photo diary of Sonny Vandevelde. Exhibition Review William H. Gross Stamp Gallery at National Postal Museum The new stamp gallery at the Smithsonian National Postal Museum, which opened on Sunday, has innovative displays devoted to an object on the brink of extinction. UNGA 5 things to look for It's an annual spectacle of diplomacy, dialogue and debate the U.N. General Assembly session.

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