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News Feed Latest worldwide news 20 franchises for travelers Yes, we know how chains and franchises (by the way, we're employing the terms loosely here, not in the strictest business operations sense of the word) ruin the world by gentrifying its every once-exotic corner. Plans for Jackie Chan theme park Jackie Chan is giving fans in China a new way to get personal with the Hong Kong-born kung fu superstar. Movie Review The Paw Project, a Documentary by Jennifer Conrad Jennifer Conrad, a California veterinarian, tackles the touchy subject of declawing cats in her documentary, The Paw Project. Bits Review Roundup The iPhone 5S and iPhone 5C A small number of technology journalists have had their hands on Apples new iPhones for about a week, and the consensus was generally positive. Oracle Completes Voyage to History, Winning Americas Cup Pulling off the greatest comeback in Americas Cup history, Oracle Team USA won eight straight races, dashing the title hopes of Emirates Team New Zealand. Cartoonists who risk their lives In many ways, the Middle East makes a strange and perilous hotbed for caricature. For those that dare to satirize a taboo, the punishments can be harsh arrest, torture, exile, even death. U.S. says US Air, American should not get Justice Department documents WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The U.S. Justice Department said on Thursday that US Airways and American Airlines , whose proposed merger has been stalled by government opposition, should not get access to internal analyses prepared in its review of previous airline combinations. Giant duck conquers Taiwan Dutch artist Florentijn Hofman's giant rubber duck tours arrives in Taiwan, is expected to draw 3 million spectators. Measures to beat power crunch the "new normal" for corporate Japan TOKYO, Sept 27 (Reuters) - Automatic doors are blocked at offices, subway escalators are disabled and much of the headquarters of Japan's biggest utility sits in semi-darkness - all evidence of how a 2-1/2-year power crunch has forced companies to re-think their energy use. 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. China's small firms see profit growth easing, costs rising ministry BEIJING (Reuters) - Most of China's small and medium companies have seen profit growth slowing this year as costs rise and financing remains tight, the official Xinhua news agency said on Monday,... IMF official says U.S. Fed mindful of global impact BOGOTA (Reuters) - Latin America's growth outlook is shaky and a delay in pulling back economic stimulus in the United States shows the Federal Reserve is mindful of the impact its actions can have... EU backs French budget but doubts remain Sept 26 - A new budget was meant to quell concerns about France's commitment to economic reforms but disquiet is growing and Finance minister Pierre Moscovici has gone to Brussels to try and convince the rest of Europe it's doing enough. Melanie Ralph reports Supreme Closer Rivera Dignified Yet Deadly on the Mound Dignified yet deadly efficient with a game on the line, Mariano Rivera rose from makeshift games on the beach of his hometown fishing village in Panama to become Major League Baseball's greatest closer. Auto parts makers plead guilty in U.S. price fixing probe -DOJ WASHINGTON, Sept 26 (Reuters) - Nine companies based in Japan and two executives have agreed to plead guilty and to pay a total of more than $740 million in fines for their roles in conspiracies to fix the prices of auto parts sold to U.S. car manufacturers, the Department of Justice said on Thursday. Music Review Promoting The Last Ship at the Public Theater Sting is promoting his new album and musical, The Last Ship, in a series of concerts at the Public Theater. The laser light that could cut cyclist deaths It looks like a regular bike light, but one day a Blaze could save your life. AEG expert MJ was a drug addict Michael Jackson suffered a "quite extensive" drug addiction the last 15 years of his life, according to an addiction expert testifying Tuesday in the AEG Live wrongful death trial. Sailing Team USA wins America's Cup Team USA pulls off one of the greatest sporting comebacks to deny New Zealand sailing's premier prize with a dramatic victory in San Francisco. T Magazine Art Matters | Alfresco Sculpture Comes to Oslo Already a surprisingly rich art destination, the Norwegian capital is adding to its appeal with the Ekeburg Sculpture Park, a 68-acre property boasting works by artists ranging from Salvador Dal to James Turrell. ArtsBeat Robert Johnsons Family Fights in Court Over Photo Rights The son of the blues guitarist Robert Johnson and more distant relatives are fighting in court over ownership of the two known photographs of him. 49% in Poll Fault Obama on Policies Outside U.S. About half of Americans disapprove of the way President Obama is handling foreign policy, according to the latest New York Times/CBS News poll. Metro-North Disruption Continues, Snarling Commute Officials advised riders of the New Haven line to find alternate routes to work, but for those who were relying on the train, exasperation was the feeling of the day. Hall Opens With a 63 at Just the Right Time Down to his last chance to earn a PGA Tour card, Ashley Hall opened the Web.com Tour Championship with his second-best score of the year even though he called a penalty on himself when he noticed his ball slightly move. Kenya's jewelry from boiled bones In Kenya's biggest slum an entrepreneur is helping tackle the huge garbage problem, and creating jobs, by making striking jewelry from discarded animal bones. Editors Choice Our best photos from the last 24 hours. Genetics Research May Point to Treatment for Cold Sores Insight about a mutated gene in people who got cold sores suggests a possible research route for both cold sores and other infections caused by herpes simplex virus type 1. Giants Are in Dire Spot, but You Wouldnt Know It by Talking to Them Despite starting 0-3 and ranking last in key offensive and defensive categories, the Giants remained undaunted about reaching their goals for the season as they prepared for the 3-0 Chiefs. Eyeing Telefonica, Italy considers change to takeover law ROME (Reuters) - The Italian government is considering changes to corporate law that could force shareholders owning less than 30 percent of a company to launch a takeover bid, a senior Treasury official said on Thursday. Forward Calendar - U.S. corporate bond new issues Sept 26 (Reuters) - The following are lists of upcoming high-grade and high-yield corporate bond offerings in the United States. The information was gathered from Thomson Reuters U.S. new issues... Lewis on Women's British Open title 2013 Women's British Open winner Stacy Lewis talks to CNN's Shane O' Donoghue after her superb victory at St Andrews -- her second major win. Canadian Natural told to drain Alberta lake due to oil sands leak CALGARY, Alberta (Reuters) - Canadian Natural Resources Ltd has been ordered to drain a lake on the site of its northern Alberta oil sands project so that contamination on the lake's bottom, from a leak that has been spilling tar-like bitumen for months, can be cleaned up. 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. China's Bo Xilai appeals conviction One day after a court in eastern China sentenced him to life in prison for corruption, former Communist Party official Bo Xilai appealed his verdict and sentencing, a source with direct knowledge of the case told CNN. Monaco's F1 transformation The most famous race in Formula One -- the Monaco Grand Prix -- brings a change of pace to Monaco's Mediterranean idyll. Movie Review The Spy Undercover Operation, With the Anti-Bond In The Spy Undercover Operation, a Korean comedy, the agents wife may be his most formidable challenge. Jennifer Lawrence to Star in East of Eden Remake The Hunger Games director Gary Ross plans to make two movies based on the John Steinbeck novel. With Tastes Growing Healthier, McDonalds Aims to Adapt Its Menu The fast-food chain said it would increase its offerings of fruits and vegetables and promote more nutritional options to children. Dexter The Final Ending Mike Hale, a television critic for The New York Times, discusses the final episode of Dexter. The WTA hits 40th Serena Williams and a host of No.1 ranked women's players gather at a unique celebration event Sunday to mark the 40th anniversary of the WTA founded by her 'inspiration' Billie Jean King.

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