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News Feed Latest worldwide news The aerodynamics of F1 Christina MacFarlane explores the role aerodynamics play in boosting a Formula One car's performance. Oscar Espinosa Chepe, Cuban Economist and Critic of Castro, Dies at 72 Mr. Espinosa Chepe, who advocated the limited restoration of capitalist principles, remained in Cuba despite enduring harassment and imprisonment. DEALS-MA flat so far this year, even with mammoth Verizon deal * U.S. MA up 35 pct, Europe down 24 pct, Asia dropped 8 pct Peru to rescue copper miners reportedly trapped after quake LIMA (Reuters) - Authorities in Peru rushed to rescue miners reportedly trapped in copper pits on Wednesday after an earthquake shook the coast - causing landslides, injuries and possibly deaths in rural provinces, local officials said. 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. Ronaldo agrees new deal Cristiano Ronaldo pledged his future to Real Madrid as he signs a new five-year deal Sunday which ties him to the Spanish giants until 2018. Republicans See Keystone Pipeline as a Card to Play in Last-Minute Fiscal Talks Activists who oppose the Keystone XL pipeline say they are increasingly alarmed that the project might become a bargaining chip in negotiations to avert a fiscal crisis. Iranians warm to possible thaw in relations From bakery to barber shop, cafe to carpet store, Iranians stroll their capital with a renewed step, uplifted by how their newly elected president seeks something remarkable after decades of cold war-like relations between their country and the West. In Transit Blog From Carnival Cruise Lines, a New Guarantee Policy A new guarantee policy from Carnival Cruise Lines offers passengers full refunds and an additional 10 percent if they are dissatisfied. Australian league player denies biting opponent's penis (Reuters) - Australian rugby league player Anthony Watts has denied biting an opponent's penis during a tackle in a local league game earlier this month. Germany's energy hopes one of Chancellor Merkel's key domestic problems - supplying the country with cheap, clean energy. The Lede Shots Ring Out in Footage Recorded During Kenya Mall Attack Video recorded during the militant attack in a Kenyan mall showed terrified customers taking cover as shots rang out. The New Old Age Blog Better Pay Maybe for Home Care Aides Home care aides will receive federal wage and overtime protections, but there are important caveats. Rooftop algae a growth industry in Bangkok Sept. 23 - Urban algae farming is gaining a foothold in Bangkok with the rooftop of one big hotel supporting a small but flourishing algae industry. Algae is well known as a source of biofuel, but the species being cultivated on the roof of the Novotel produces Spirulina, a vitamin-rich, so-called "superfood". Tara Cleary reports. World Briefing | Africa Zimbabwe 81 Elephants Killed Zimbabwean authorities say at least 81 elephants have been killed for their ivory tusks by poachers using cyanide poison in water holes in a vast western national park. For power and precision, leaping insect gets into gear Sept. 13 - Video showing the first known example of a gear mechanism in nature has been released by British scientists. Their research shows that the common garden insect, Issus, has hind-leg joints containing cog-like strips that intermesh when moving, allowing it to leap with power and precision. Jim Drury has more. Scene City HBOs Party Celebrates Its Domination on Emmy Night HBOs party was especially celebratory and drew winners from beyond its overflowing stable of statue holders. 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. U.S. SEC says big Ponzi scheme targeted investors in Japan Sept 26 (Reuters) - The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission said it has uncovered an "extensive and egregious" Ponzi scheme run by a Las Vegas executive who raised more than $800 million from... Nadal wins U.S. Open Rafael Nadal confirmed his status Monday night as the dominant force in men's tennis with a four-set win over world No. 1 Novak Djokovic in the U.S. Open final. Pop Listings for Sept. 27-Oct. 3 A selected guide to performances of indie rock, RB, rock, folk and reggae in the New York area. Nike revenue surges in North America and Europe (Reuters) - Nike Inc enjoyed big sales in gains in North America and Europe last quarter and benefited from fewer markdowns, helping the maker of sports clothes and shoes report a stronger-than-expected quarterly profit. Can cruising regain public trust? Richard Quest speaks with Alan Buckelew, CEO of Princess Cruises, who says the industry cannot afford more accidents. Want fruit with your burger? McDonald's expands anti-obesity push Sept 26 (Reuters) - Hold the fries, pass the salad. McDonald's Corp on Thursday said it would offer healthy options as part of its popular value meals, letting customers choose a side salad, fruit or vegetables instead of french fries. Private banker pay holds up in tough market ZURICH (Reuters) - Stiff competition for top private bankers has kept a floor under pay even as low interest rates, flaccid client trading and tougher regulation squeeze industry profit margins. UPDATE 4-JPMorgan's Dimon meets with U.S. Attorney General Holder Sept 26 (Reuters) - JPMorgan Chase Co CEO Jamie Dimon met with U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder on Thursday, seeking to make sure a possible $11 billion settlement will end the bank's pain from mortgage-securities probes, a source said. Corner Office Never Duck Tough Questions, Says Drugstore.comx2019;s Chief Dawn Lepore, chairwoman and chief executive of Drugstore.com, says good leaders direct employeesx2019; energies toward the mission at hand. Bed Bath Beyond posts strong profit, shares rise Sept 23 (Reuters) - Bed Bath and Beyond Inc reported an 18 percent jump in second-quarter profit as the U.S. housing market recovery spurs demand for the home goods chain's products. Gunman Said Electronic Brain Attacks Drove Him to Violence, F.B.I. Says Aaron Alexis believed he was being controlled by extremely low frequency electromagnetic waves, said the official overseeing the investigation into the Navy Yard shootings. Palestinian leader urges world powers to rein in Israeli settlements UNITED NATIONS (Reuters) - Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas said on Thursday that "time is running out" for Middle East peace efforts and urged world powers to rein in Israeli settlement construction that he said could undermine U.S.-sponsored negotiations. BRIEF-Stanley Gibbons to raise 40 mln stg in placing Sept 26 (Reuters) - the Stanley Gibbons Group Ltd * Grp - placing * The Stanley Gibbons Group - placing of 13,559,322 new ordinary shares Father of four-year-old N.J. boy who accidentally shot friend is indicted NEWARK, New Jersey (Reuters) - The father of a 4-year-old boy in New Jersey, who accidentally shot and killed his 6-year-old friend while playing with a gun, has been indicted on charges of child endangerment, prosecutors said. Well Cooking With Miso Many people know and love miso soup. But this week Martha Rose Shulman goes beyond soup and explains how miso can be used for glazes, dips and dressings. Survivor 'Just lucky' The carnage began early in the afternoon on Saturday at Nairobi's Westgate Shopping Mall, with gunshots shattering the calm of a popular weekend meeting spot where Kenyans and expatriates shop for groceries, grab a coffee or catch a movie. Shari Aser, William James III The couple knew each other as children growing up in Greenwich, Conn., and reconnected two years ago at a fund-raiser there. Palestinian leader urges world powers to rein in Israeli settlements UNITED NATIONS (Reuters) - Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas said on Thursday that "time is running out" for Middle East peace efforts and urged world powers to rein in Israeli settlement construction that he said could undermine U.S.-sponsored negotiations. Meet the CEO feeding the world Helene Gayle must be one of the few chief executives working to eradicate her own job. The first African American female boss of poverty charity CARE, talks about some of the challenges of feeding the world "I'm not Tarzan," Pope Francis tells young crowd CAGLIARI, Sardinia (Reuters) - Pope Francis brought laughter to a crowd of young people on Sunday when he told them he was not "Tarzan" but gets his staying power during times of difficulty from his faith. India skin-coloring controversy The new Miss America brings the debate over skin coloring to India. CNN's Mallika Kapur reports. Reuters on the Road Why plan when you can YPlan? Sept. 26 - The founder of last-minute events app YPlan speaks to Reuters about his mission to bring spontaneity to going out in the city.

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