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Tee off at world's most extreme golf courses
From Greenland to Afghanistan to Bolivia playing golf in some of the world's wildest, most beautiful and most dangerous places.


You're the Boss Blog Four Things to Remember When Youre Feeling Spent
First of all, its important to understand that under certain circumstances its O.K. to quit.


Scientists present moon rotation in full lunar glory
Sept. 19 - Using data captured by a NASA satellite in orbit around the moon, scientists have created a stunning movie mosaic showing a full rotation of the moon during a lunar month. Rob Muir reports.


Economix Blog The Cost of Climate Change
Some scholars assert that estimates of the long-term cost of a rise in atmospheric temperatures are greatly understated.


Obama "encouraged" on Iran, but roadblocks still exist
Sept. 24 - U.S. President Barack Obama tells the U.N. General Assembly that there should be a basis for an agreement on Iran's nuclear ambitions but that the roadblocks will be difficult to overcome. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).


Panthers 38, Giants 0 Giants Go From Bad to Worst Start Since 96
In Tom Coughlins most lopsided loss as the Giants coach, Eli Manning was sacked seven times as the team fell to 0-3 for the first time since 1996.


The 30-Minute Interview Susan Hewitt
Ms. Hewitt is a partner and the founder of the Cheshire Group, which owns and operates rent-regulated and market-rate apartments in the New York area.


Gadgetwise Pro-Grade Headphones With a Striking Look
The audio company Munitio has a keen eye for detail, and it shows in its new Pro40 model over-ear headphones.


Green Column A Dutch Plan to Let Nature Takes Its Course
A place called the Oostvardersplaasen is the site of a remarkable experiment to regenerate wildlife, giving a window to what parts of the Netherlands looked like in the past.


Singapore Looks Below for More Room
The city-state is looking at the possibility of an Underground Science City containing 40 interconnected caverns for data centers and research labs.


Television Review Trophy Wife, on ABC, Hopes to Repeat Sitcom Magic
Trophy Wife is an ABC comedy revolving around the latest spouse of a man who has already been married twice.


The top films at the North American box office
July 21 - Following are the top 10 movies at North American box offices for the three days starting July 19, led by "The Conjuring," according to studio estimates compiled by Reuters. 1 (*) The Conjuring..........................$ 41.5 million 2 (1) Despicable Me 2........................$ 25.1 million 3 (*) Turbo..................................$ 21.5 million 4 (2) Grown Ups 2............................$ 20.0 million 5 (*) Red 2..................................$ 18.5 mill


Square Feet Piers Developer Looks for a Creative Tenant Mix
A Fashion Week marketplace will offer a taste of redevelopment plans for a Hudson River site.


For a New Generation, an Elusive American Dream
In the Nicholson family, America is not delivering for a grandson as it did for his father and grandfather.


App Smart Keep Those Due Dates From Sneaking Up on You
Mobile devices can be powerful personal finance tools, with apps that make managing and paying bills easier, if not more enjoyable.


Matsuzaka Pitches Mets to 1-0 Win Over Reds
The Cincinnati Reds probably would have liked Daisuke Matsuzaka's first career appearance against them to come at another time such as next season.


Ex cons turn curators
September 25 - Nine inmates from a French penitentiary select works of art for an exhibition. Sharon Reich reports.


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.


UPDATE 7-Brent edges lower, Iran diplomacy in focus
* EIA data shows a build of 2.6 mln barrels in crude stocks


Greece, in Anti-Fascist Crackdown, Investigates Police
The killing of the rapper Pavlos Fyssas has spurred a crackdown on the neo-fascist Golden Dawn party and an investigation into whether the police force has been infiltrated by party sympathizers or members.


U.S. judge won't dismiss Argentine central bank from bondholder case
NEW YORK, Sept 25 (Reuters) - Argentina's central bank lost a bid Wednesday to dismiss a lawsuit by bondholders seeking to hold it responsible for the country's obligations on defaulted debt, in the...


Samsung dazzles phablet followers with more girth, size
SEOUL (Reuters) - Samsung Electronics Co Ltd is seeking to dazzle followers of the phablet with bigger screens, and even possibly with a curved one, in its attempt to fence off a segment of smartphones once mocked for their girth and size.


Researchers Build a Working Carbon Nanotube Computer
The achievement was reported in the journal Nature on Wednesday. Carbon nanotubes are viewed as having the potential to extend the limits of silicon.


Tradition Trumps Diversity in Boston Mayoral Vote
Two white men of Irish descent topped the balloting on Tuesday in the crowded race for mayor of Boston, and they will face off in November.


Cherry Jones, at the Peak of Her Powers
One of the great theater actresses talks about stage fright, vanity and her pre-performance rituals.


Islanders Bring N.H.L. to Brooklyn, but Preview Gets Mixed Reviews
The Islanders lost to the Devils, 3-0, in a preseason game at the Barclays Center, but they showed off the arena they will call home beginning in 2015-6.


The Voice Propels NBC to a Big Ratings Win on Monday Night
The large, young audience for the singing show confirmed its status as the top reality competition offering on TV.


Deal Professor Lax Rules Give U.S. Upper Hand in Tussle Over Alibaba I.P.O.
Deregulation has helped the United States maintain its pre-eminence in the competition for global public offerings, but perhaps at a price, the Deal Professor writes.


UPDATE 3-Telefonica faces opposition to Telecom Italia plans
* Italian politician says vital national interests at stake


Sports Briefing | Tennis Second Seed Is Upset
Kimiko Date-Krumm, 42, beat second-seeded Maria Kirilenko, 6-3, 6-1, to advance to the quarterfinals of the Korea Open in Seoul.


Life insurance may become unviable in Europe as low rates bite
LONDON, Sept 26 (Reuters) - Life insurance is becoming an unviable business in Europe as low interest rates reduce insurers' profits, forcing many to compensate with higher-risk investments or move...


Solar innovation in Uganda
Inside Africa looks at how Ugandans living without electricity use innovative technology to bring light in their worlds.


Building Blocks Brooklyn Takes Another Pass at Revitalizing an Abandoned Waterfront Warehouse
A redevelopment plan for the Empire Stores, seven red-brick buildings on the East River that were an important mercantile hub in the 19th century, has faced decades of delay.


Target aims at online rivals with baby goods subscription plan
Sept 25 (Reuters) - Target Corp will launch a free service on Wednesday that lets shoppers set up recurring deliveries of bulky baby goods, a move that mimics Amazon.com Inc and is aimed at attracting more moms.


Ivory Coast won't transfer former first lady to the Hague
Ivory Coast says it will not transfer former first lady Simone Gbagbo to the International Criminal Court, and plans to try her in a domestic court instead. Gbagbo is accused of crimes against humanity.


Private banks keen to finance Brazil infrastructure-Mantega
NEW YORK, Sept 24 (Reuters) - Private-sector banks are interested in financing multi-billion dollar infrastructure projects key for the Brazilian economy to grow at a faster pace in coming years,...


Sport's most dangerous job?
One of the scariest scenarios of any sport must be the realization by a jockey that the half-tonne animal underneath him is not going to land successfully as it flies over a fence six feet high at nearly 50 kilometers per hour.


Ronaldo inspires Bale-less Real
If Cristiano Ronaldo feels threatened by Gareth Bale's arrival at Real Madrid, it certainly isn't showing in his performances -- he added another two goals Sunday as his new colleague missed out due to injury.


Tradition Trumps Diversity in Boston Mayoral Vote
Two white men of Irish descent topped the balloting on Tuesday in the crowded race for mayor of Boston, and they will face off in November.


Twitter to broadcast NFL video clips as part of new ad program
(Reuters) - Twitter said on Wednesday it would carry instant-replay footage from National Football League games as part of a new advertising partnership that could boost the social media company's revenue before its highly anticipated initial public offering.


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