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News Feed Latest worldwide news UPDATE 4-New delays hit Obamacare rollout before Oct. 1 launch WASHINGTON, Sept 26 (Reuters) - The U.S. government on Thursday announced new delays in rolling out President Barack Obama's healthcare reform, saying small business and Spanish-language health... COMMODITIES-Oil up on bargain hunting; gold drops on dollar By Barani Krishnan NEW YORK, Sept 26 (Reuters) - Oil rose on Thursday as bargain hunters entered the market following recent losses and copper edged higher supported by improving demand in top... Brazil Call Up Dede, Victor to Replace Injured Players Coach Luiz Felipe Scolari named defender Dede and goalkeeper Victor on Thursday in a 23-man Brazil squad for friendlies against South Korea and Zambia next month. Jack Johnson tops Billboard 200, Lorde lands top digital song LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - Hawaiian folk singer Jack Johnson landed his fourth No. 1 album on the Billboard 200 album chart on Wednesday, while New Zealand newcomer Lorde overtook Katy Perry and Miley Cyrus to top the digital songs chart. "Pink Star" diamond could fetch record $60 million, Sotheby's says GENEVA (Reuters) - A huge and rare pink diamond could fetch more than $60 million at auction in November as collectors chase exceptional pieces in a strong international jewelry market, Sotheby's... De Niro to Replace James Gandolfini in HBO Drama Robert De Niro, the Oscar-winning actor, has agreed to take over the part played by Mr. Gandolfini in the pilot of Criminal Justice. Mr. Gandolfini died in June. 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. BlackBerry plans security feature for Android, iPhone TORONTO (Reuters) - BlackBerry will offer technology to separate and make secure both work and personal data on mobile devices powered by Google Inc's Android platform and by Apple Inc's iOS operating system, the company said on Thursday. Novelties Microsatellites What Big Eyes They Have By expanding Earth imaging, low-cost satellites could help many businesses keep track of their operations. But frequent updating of those images may also raise privacy questions. 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. Mall attack Families' agony at morgue Relatives unsure if their loved ones are dead or alive face a gruelling search with dozens still missing after the Kenya mall attack. DOJ Japanese auto parts conspiracy nets guilty pleas Nine Japanese auto parts manufacturers and two executives have agreed to plead guilty and pay more than $740 million in criminal fines for price fixing conspiracies, the Justice Department said Thursday. Red Bulls Henry Strikes a Pose, and Starts a Trend The postgoal celebration last week of the Red Bulls Thierry Henry has taken on a life of its own on Twitter. Opera Review In Paris, Operatic Emotions On and Off Display Despite strong voices, signals are mixed in new French productions of "Alceste" and "Lucia di Lammermoor." T Magazine Feeling For | A Reed Krakoff Clutch that Travels Well The designer explains why he created this document pouch, which can double as a chic clutch, for women on the go. Analysis Washington to Wall Street - Threat of default is real WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Money lenders trust America so implicitly that they generally dismiss the risk it won't pay its debts. But in the U.S. capital, fears are growing that political dysfunction... Irans President Calls on Israel to Join Nuclear Treaty In his second major speech at the United Nations this week, the new Iranian leader, Hassan Rouhani, said no nation should possess nuclear weapons. Op-Ed Contributor How Do You Say Blog in German? The editors of the German Duden dictionary added 5,000 words to the 26th edition, many of them English or of English origin. Some Germans arent happy. Webdenda Accounts and People of Note in the Advertising Industry Creative Asylum of Hollywood was acquired by Modus Operandi of Los Angeles. Vikings to invade British Museum for image makeover LONDON (Reuters) - The British Museum is about to trash the popular stereotype of the horn-helmeted Viking marauder, with a thorough look at the warrior society that left its mark across parts of the... Who could spoil Merkel's party? Chancellor Angela Merkel's popularity will not be enough to ensure a continuation of the government she would like to lead after Germans go to the polls - and a newcomer on the political scene could throw a wrench in the gears of her plans for the nation. U.N. investigators back in Syria U.N. inspectors returned to Syria on Wednesday to look into at least a half-dozen claims of chemical weapons use -- some allegedly by the regime, others allegedly by rebels. U.S. government workers brace for possible shutdown next week WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The White House and labor leaders discussed preparations for a possible U.S. government shutdown on October 1, a move that one union chief estimated could affect as many as 1 million workers, from housekeeping aides to rocket scientists. Selig Officially Says He Will Retire After 2014 Season Bud Selig, 79, has been the commissioner of Major League Baseball since 1992, after the ouster of Fay Vincent. No clear path to ending U.S. debt limit, spending impasse WASHINGTON (Reuters) - U.S. House of Representatives Republicans on Thursday refused to give in to President Barack Obama's demand for straightforward bills to run the government beyond September 30 and to increase borrowing authority to avoid a historic default. 'Breaking Bad' creator's deal Just two weeks after plans were announced for a "Breaking Bad" spinoff, series creator Vince Gilligan has inked a deal to create another TV show. Gretchen Ruethling, Carlos Dorta Quiones The bride is a desk officer in the Latin America bureau of U.S.A.I.D.; the groom is pursuing a Ph.D. in electrical engineering. T Magazine Feeling For | A Reed Krakoff Clutch that Travels Well The designer explains why he created this document pouch, which can double as a chic clutch, for women on the go. Hit political blogger Nate Silver on future of predictive modeling NEW YORK (Reuters) - Nate Silver is an oxymoron come to life the famous statistician. Living Golf meets Samuel L. Jackson Amanda Davies gets a crash course in golf from actor Samuel L. Jackson, who always makes time for his favorite sport. Obamacare's average monthly cost across U.S. $328 (Reuters) - Americans will pay an average premium of $328 monthly for a mid-tier health insurance plan when the Obamacare health exchanges open for enrollment next week, and most will qualify for government subsidies to lower that price, the federal government said on Wednesday. Kuchar Assesses 'Best Year', Fatigue and Woods Just like Tiger Woods, Matt Kuchar did not play well at the season-ending Tour Championship after succumbing to a hectic schedule but the American can still reflect on the "best year" of his career on the PGA Tour. Oliver Wilson Shoots 64, Shares Lead in Scotland Former Ryder Cup player Oliver Wilson boosted his chances of regaining his European Tour card by shooting an 8-under 64 Thursday to share the lead after the first round of the Alfred Dunhill Links Championship. Kerry, Iranian foreign minister sit side-by-side at nuclear talks UNITED NATIONS (Reuters) - Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif joined nuclear talks with six world powers on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly on Thursday, taking a seat next to U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry. No clear path to ending U.S. debt limit, spending impasse WASHINGTON (Reuters) - U.S. House of Representatives Republicans on Thursday refused to give in to President Barack Obama's demand for straightforward bills to run the government beyond September 30 and to increase borrowing authority to avoid a historic default. Case Study Why the Owner of Monster Tree Decided to Sell Franchises Josh Skolnick explains why he thinks franchising is the way to grow and why he is proud that he never pulls the cord on a chain saw. Can Rouhani change U.S. relations? Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has made a series of gestures in an effort to end Iran's nuclear row with the West. But why has the move come and can it succeed? Baghdad blasts kill 21, wound 50 A pair of explosions rocked Baghdad on Thursday, killing at least 18 people and wounding 50 others, police said. Wealth Matters Financing Start-Up Dreams With Retirement Savings You can use 401(k) money to create a new business, but beware the rules are complicated and the Internal Revenue Service will be watching closely. Matter In Fragmented Forests, Rapid Mammal Extinctions A man-made reservoir in Thailand has given biologists the opportunity to measure the speed of mammal extinctions and to watch them happen, quickly.

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