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News Feed Latest worldwide news UPDATE 2-AIG earnings point to room for improvement-analysts * Third-quarter operating earnings .96/share vs est. .94 Making Robots More Like Us In a shift away from robots made to perform in factories, designers are putting the human into humanoids so that they can safely interact in public. Linking Europe and Asia As a country, Turkey is often described as a bridge between Europe and Asia. On Tuesday, for the first time, the two continents will be officially connected by a multi-billion dollar underwater railway tunnel. Jobless Rate in Euro Zone Stays at Record In a sign of weak growth, a slower than expected rise in inflation could put pressure on European officials to further stimulate the economy. Billie Jean King's equality fight Mark McKay reports on Billie Jean King's campaign for equality in tennis. DealBook Pricewaterhouse to Buy Booz Consulting Firm The accounting giant hopes to use the transaction to strengthen one of its faster-growing operations, but the combination could raise concerns about conflicts of interest. RPT-UPDATE 1-China demands U.S. explain spying allegations linked to Australian missions (Repeats story published late Thursday; no change to text) Scores of Migrants Found Dead in the Sahara More than 80 people, most of them women and children, died of thirst in Niger after attempting to cross the desert. China to monitor link between smog and health BEIJING (Reuters) - China's Health Ministry will set up a national network within five years to provide a way of monitoring the long-term impact of chronic air pollution on human health, state media said on Monday. Drug tunnel found linking San Diego, Tijuana Investigators have found a newly-completed, "highly sophisticated" drug tunnel linking San Diego to Tijuana, Mexico, according to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. Cohen's SAC will close London office by year-end NEW YORK (Reuters) - Steven A. Cohen's SAC Capital Advisors will shut its London office by the end of the year as the hedge fund downsizes in response to a long-running insider trading investigation,... A Vulnerable Age Patients Mired in Costly Credit From Doctors Some doctors and dentists offer older patients a way to pay for costly procedures not covered by Medicare, but the plans high interest rates can strain the finances of people on fixed incomes. Merkel still needs to focus on euro zone Sept 23 - Investors liked the German election result but what's first on Merkel's to do list when it comes to the rest of the euro zone? The EU's top economic official tells Reuters what he thinks she must focus on. Sonia Legg reports U.S. athletes still reluctant to admit head injuries report WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Many young athletes still do not admit when they have suffered a head injury despite increased awareness about the risks of concussions in children and teenagers, U.S. health advisers said on Wednesday, urging sports leagues and government agencies to take more action. Thursdays Matchup Bengals (6-2) at Dolphins (3-4) The Bengals travel to Miami to face the Dolphins. UPDATE 3-MSCI studies sale, other options for proxy adviser ISS * Morgan Stanley hired to explore options for controversial unit 'The Exorcist' still turns heads at 40 Pea soup. That crucifix. Those stairs. After a Run of Growth, Concern Over Japans Next Moves Many of the growth plans laid out in June lack detail and risk being watered down, analysts say. COMMODITIES-Precious, base metals lead losses as dollar firms * Silver sees largest daily loss in 6 weeks * Corn sets 3-year low on expectations of a record harvest * Coffee hits fresh 4-1/2 year low on increase in supplies By Marina Lopes NEW YORK, Oct 31 (Reuters) - Base and precious metals led commodities lower on Thursday, with silver down 5 percent in its worst daily performance in six weeks, as the dollar gained and investors squared their books ahead of the month's end. A sharp rise in the dollar index broadly pressured commodit Irving Leads Cavaliers to 98-94 Win Over Nets Anderson Varejao's basket with 28 seconds left off an assist from Kyrie Irving sent Cleveland to a 98-94 win on Wednesday night over the remodeled Brooklyn Nets in coach Mike Brown's first game back with the Cavaliers. Santander UK deluged with USD9bn demand for Yankee Tier 2 NEW YORK, Oct 31 (IFR) - Santander UK was swamped by more than USD9bn of orders on Thursday, allowing it to launch a USD1.5bn 5.0% 10-year Tier 2 Yankee bond a staggering 15bp tighter than other... Exhausted Serena takes title An exhausted but elated Serena Williams was left celebrating her 11th title of the season to round off 2013 by claiming the WTA Championships in Istanbul Sunday. U.S. private hiring slows, inflation stays muted WASHINGTON (Reuters) - U.S. private-sector employers hired the fewest workers in six months in October while tepid domestic demand kept inflation benign last month, suggesting the economy was still... Gasquet Stays in the Running Richard Gasquet beat Fernando Verdasco, 7-5, 6-7 (6), 6-3, in the second round of the Paris Masters to stay in the race for a World Tour Finals spot. Times Co. Reports Quarterly Loss After Sale of Globe The New York Times Company reported a net loss of $24 million for the third quarter, but digital circulation gains produced a slight increase in revenue. UPDATE 1-Fairfax Financial swings to loss on equity hedges TORONTO, Oct 31 (Reuters) - Fairfax Financial Holdings Ltd , the Canadian property and casualty insurer run by investment guru Prem Watsa, said on Thursday it fell to a third-quarter loss due to... Mashable Names Jim Roberts to Oversee Content Expansion The editor, Jim Roberts, worked for much of his career at The New York Times and worked briefly at Reuters. ArtsBeat Anatomy of a Scene Video of About Time Richard Curtis narrates a scene from his comedy featuring Domhnall Gleeson and Rachel McAdams. Contrite White House Spurns Health Laws Critics While the secretary of health and human services apologized profusely for the troubled rollout of the Affordable Care Act, President Obama traveled to Massachusetts to offer a forceful defense of the law. In the Running On Council, de Blasio Blended Idealism With Push for Power First elected to represent his Brooklyn district in 2001, Bill de Blasio combined idealistic promises with the ability to make shrewd, coldblooded moves that advanced his career. Kerry Will Visit Saudi Arabia in an Attempt to Patch Up Frayed Relations Secretary of State John Kerry will meet with King Abdullah, a major ally, in his first stop on a nine-day trip to the Middle East, Europe and North Africa. Nadal topples No. 1 Djokovic Rafael Nadal reclaims the world No. 1 ranking, toppling Novak Djokovic from top spot ahead of their clash in Sunday's China Open final. Google launches 'KitKat' software, sweetens features on range of phones SAN FRANCISCO, Oct 31 (Reuters) - Google Inc on Thursday unveiled the newest version of its Android smartphone software, aiming to allow more smartphone users access to its evolving menu of online services such as driving directions voice-activated search. Director finds echoes of Egypt in Cairo's traffic chaos ABU DHABI (Reuters) - Someone once told Egyptian filmmaker Sherief Elkatsha that you can tell much about the personality of a nation from the conduct of its drivers. The business of social brains Neuroscientist Matthew Lieberman explains that we can make ourselves happier and more productive by building on our social intuition as new research reveals that our need to connect with other people is even more fundamental than our need for food or shelter. Alcatel Revenues Lifted by U.S. as Cost Cuts Start Telecom equipment maker Alcatel-Lucent posted higher revenues in the third quarter helped by double-digit growth in the highly profitable U.S. market as it raced to cut costs to try to end six straight quarters of losses. Youre the Boss Blog Today in Small Business Drywall Contractors Fastest-growing small businesses. The sharing economy. Why the wedding business is booming in New Jersey. Books of The Times Sycamore Row, by John Grisham John Grishams Sycamore Row uses many of the same characters as A Time to Kill to tell the story of a court case over a will. 4 French hostages released in Niger, president says Four French hostages held in Niger since 2010 have been released, French President Francois Hollande announced Tuesday. Well Learning Moderation From the Marathon Runners are a tribe of extremists they love rituals. They relish going out in the dark and the rain. That approach had always suited me fine.

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News Feed Latest worldwide news Britain pledges public access to tax evasion-busting database LONDON (Reuters) - British Prime Minister David Cameron is set to announce on Thursday that he will make public a new database of company ownership details designed to expose international money laundering and tax evasion schemes. World's best airports to sleep in Survey's criteria include armrest-free seating -- essential for creating a "bed." CNH Industrial profit falls on strong euro MILAN (Reuters) - Tractor and truck maker CNH Industrial's third-quarter profit fell as a stronger euro hurt its Latin American business and its truck business suffered from pricing pressure in a... U.S. Says It Wont Back New International Coal-Fired Power Plants The Obama administration acted aggressively to impose its environmental policies in coal projects financed by the World Bank and others. Teva Pharm Q3 profit, revenue top estimates TEL AVIV, Oct 31 (Reuters) - Teva Pharmaceutical Industries reported flat earnings that beat analysts' estimates by a cent on Thursday, a day after its chief executive was ousted by the board. Dolphins killed for shark bait Dolphins are brutally killed in Peru to use as shark bait. CNN's Rafael Romo reports. Doctor and Patient A Vital Measure Your Surgeons Skill The dexterity of a surgeons hands can account for much of the differences in how well patients do, a new study confirms. App Smart A Roundup of Worthy Apps for the New iPads To showcase what makes a tablet special, try apps beyond the usual Web browser and e-book reader. Mars Science Lab launch delayed two years NASA's launch of the Mars Science Laboratory -- hampered by technical difficulties and cost overruns -- has been delayed until the fall of 2011, NASA officials said at a news conference Thursday in Washington. Advertising Stand Clear of Closing Doors! Protect Your Manicure The beauty company LOreal is testing a kind of virtual vending machine inside a New York City subway station, which will offer advice and sell cosmetics to passers-by. Sochi races to meet deadline Building Olympic facilities from scratch, Sochi, Russia, races to meet deadlines. CNN's Phil Black reports. Roman eagle statue found in London A Roman sculpture of an eagle with a writhing serpent firmly gripped in its hooked beak was unveiled Wednesday in London, where archaeologists found it on a site earmarked for a hotel development. Britain pledges public access to tax evasion-busting database LONDON (Reuters) - British Prime Minister David Cameron is set to announce on Thursday that he will make public a new database of company ownership details designed to expose international money laundering and tax evasion schemes. The Learning Network Blog 6 Qs About the News | Schools Watch Students on the Internet What questions about students freedom of speech does this article raise? Surfacing In Stockholm, ABBA, Alcohol and Animals Recent openings are infusing new life into oft-overlooked Djurgarden, one of the capitals urban islands. 'Phantom Goal' Game Will Not Be Replayed, Says German Court Hoffenheim lost its appeal for a replay of a Bundesliga match won by Bayer Leverkusen with a goal that should not have been allowed. Dance Review San Francisco Ballet in Ratmansky and Morris Works New York premieres by Alexei Ratmansky and Mark Morris are on a program from the San Francisco Ballet at the David H. Koch Theater. City Room The Ad Campaign De Blasios Tone Poem to a Diverse City Bill de Blasio begins running what is likely to be his final ad in the mayoral race. Site Insight Trying to Explain Complicated Ideas Online Is the concept behind Bid4spots just too complicated to explain? In Transit Blog In Maine, a Weekend of Toboggan Building The Hartstone Inn in Camden, Me., has a weekend package that includes two days of instruction in how to build a toboggan. Of Fact, Fiction and Defibrillators Dick Cheney writes that to prevent terrorists from sending a fatal shock to his defibrillator, he had his doctors disable the wireless capability. Could somebody really kill you that way? The Health Issue The President Wants You to Get Rich on Obamacare The crusade to sign up Americans is getting all the attention. But behind the scenes, investors are seeing dollar signs. EFH payment gives little recourse to frustrated creditors Oct 31 (Reuters) - Senior lenders to Energy Future Holdings are upset that the company plans to make a critical interest payment to junior bondholders on Friday, but they likely have no legal... Darkest place in the world? At night, the ancient, barren Namib Desert is free from light pollution. The complete darkness makes it a perfect place for astronomers. Matter Afraid of Snakes? Your Pulvinar May Be to Blame Scientists have discovered that certain neurons in the brain, in a region known as the pulvinar, only respond to snakes. Will Kimi deliver success? CNN's Ben Wyatt looks at Ferrari's decision to bring Kimi Raikkonen in to partner Fernando Alonso in 2014. U.S. to allow expanded electronic device use on flights WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Airline passengers will soon be able to use certain electronic devices throughout their entire flight after the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration ended a long-standing ban on Thursday. Dreamworks Animation Profit Falls, Though Shares Stay Strong Executives worked hard during a call with analysts to focus attention on the companys film pipeline and an aggressive expansion into consumer products. Court Blocks Stop-and-Frisk Changes for New York Police A federal appellate panel says Judge Shira A. Scheindlin, who has been overseeing litigation on the tactic, violated a judicial code of conduct. In Practice Timetable for Opening of Small Business Exchanges May Not Represent a Delay It is not clear whether the Nov. 30 date represents a delay, although some media have characterized it that way. Apple Targets Microsoft Office With Free Apps The applications, which essentially duplicate Microsoft Office and used to cost $10 each, will now be free to anyone who buys a new Apple device. Well Whats Your Fitness Age? Scientific research and on online calculator lets you assess how well your body functions physically, relative to how well it should work, given your age. Singer Chris Brown pleads not guilty to assault (Warning Language in seventh paragraph may be offensive to some readers) Malmo Weathers Storm to Clinch Swedish Title Malmo FF secured its 17th Swedish league title, beating Elfsborg, 2-0, in the next-to-last round. Astronomers Find Earthlike Planet, but Its Infernally Hot Kepler 78b, a planet 400 light-years away, is the first planet that seems to be of similar size and made of the same mixture of rock and iron as Earth. Personal Journeys Off Ireland, a Rugged Journey to Remote Ruins It takes a sturdy stomach and a strong sense of purpose to brave the trip to Skellig Michael, an island eight miles off the coast of Ireland. Heres what people find once they get there. Medicines Co blood thinner cuts death risk in European ambulance trial (Reuters) - Medicines Co's blood thinner Angiomax, when administered en route to the hospital to patients suffering a serious heart attack, significantly reduced the risk of major bleeding and death compared with commonly used heparin, according to data from a large clinical trial. RLPC-Tank Rast gears up for 2.1 bln euro refinancing LONDON, Oct 31 (Reuters) - German motorway services operator Tank Rast's refinancing of its 2.1 billion euro ($2.89 billion) debt pile is gathering pace and expected to launch shortly, banking... Learning From Veterans, Giants Lineman Earns Trust and Playing Time Center Jim Cordle, set to play against the Eagles on Sunday in his fourth N.F.L. start, has helped solidify the offensive line after injuries to David Baas and others. Tennis Federer seeking redemption Roger Federer has endured a 2013 which has seen him slip out of the world's top four for the first time in a decade.

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News Feed Latest worldwide news Student Newspapers Scurry to Make Ends Meet College newspapers have until recently managed to stave off industry challenges. Now many traditional papers are struggling for survival. The Learning Network Blog What Kind of Robot Would You Want? Would you want a humanlike robot to live in your home? What would you want this machine to do for you? Why? Smith, Coyotes Beat Kings 3-1 to Avenge Ugly Loss Mike Smith stopped 41 shots, Kyle Chipchura had a goal and an assist, and the Phoenix Coyotes rebounded from a lopsided loss to Los Angeles by beating the Kings 3-1 Tuesday night. UPDATE 1-Google, Oracle, Red Hat experts to help fix Obamacare website WASHINGTON, Oct 31 (Reuters) - Experts from top technology and Internet companies including Google Inc, Oracle Corp and Red Hat Inc have joined the Obama administration's effort to fix its troubled HealthCare.gov website, a U.S. official said on Thursday. U.N. Too many young girls giving birth A 16-year-old girl pleads with her parents not to barter her into a marriage. Putting African art on the map A new video project is giving a voice to Ghana's best artists, and hopes to change attitudes to African art. Latest SpaceX Rocket Test Successfully Goes Sideways The latest test flight of Space Exploration Technologies Corporations Grasshopper vehicle demonstrated more pronounced steering maneuvers. Observatory A Dogs Tail Wag Can Say a Lot When watching a tail wag to the left, dogs showed signs of anxiety, scientists found. When the tail went in the opposite direction, they remained calm. Poison Pen A Warning on Chemical Peels Two influential agencies moved to classify an acid commonly used by dermatologists as a possible carcinogen. A Balloon Voyage With the Author of Falling Upwards Richard Holmes, whose new history of balloon travel, Falling Upwards, was published this week, takes to the skies in Orange County, N.Y. Glasses to make you a real-life Tony Stark Imagine a world where anyone could be like Tony Stark in the "Iron Man" movies -- manipulating 3-D images in thin air. Darkest place in the world? At night, the ancient, barren Namib Desert is free from light pollution. The complete darkness makes it a perfect place for astronomers. Response to a Citys Smog Points to a Change in Chinese Attitude Rising concern about pollution in China and a more active response signal that some officials are serious about tackling the chronic problem. What happens to goods lost at sea? On a stormy January night in 1992, out in the Pacific Ocean, 29,000 plastic yellow ducks, blue turtles and green frogs fell from a cargo ship and were lost at sea. Cuba to drop dual currency The Cuban government announced Tuesday it plans to end the country's dual-currency system. In Transit Blog You Make the Call Inappropriate Travel Behavior What type of behavior do you find annoying while traveling? We asked, and here is some of what you told us. TABLE-Foreign brokers set to buy Japanese stocks TOKYO, Nov 1 (Reuters) - Following are orders for Japanese stocks placed through six foreign securities houses before the start of trade on Friday. Japanese Stocks BUY 15.7 million shares SELL 12.9... Amid Debate, Turkey Unveils Rail Tunnel Under Bosporus The ceremony coincided with the 90th anniversary of the modern Turkish state and during debate about the tunnels safety. Wealth Matters Twitter Tantalizes, but Beware the I.P.O. Some offerings get so much attention they can cloud peoples judgment, but investors must understand how a companys stock will fit in their portfolio. Well Quit Smoking? Its Probably Monday Researchers monitored Google search queries from 2008 to 2012 in English, French, Chinese, Portuguese, Russian and Spanish. Almost every week, queries about smoking cessation peaked on Mondays. What happened to Malala's friend? Today we can tell the remarkable story of Shazia Ramzan, a 15-year-old Pakistani schoolgirl. Australia shares dip as NAB tumbles, but up 4 pct for the month SYDNEY, Oct 31 (Reuters) - Australian shares edged down 0.1 percent on Thursday, weighed down by losses in the financial sector after National Australia Bank slumped on concerns about its British... 10 things India does best How does Indian outshine the world? Start with jewelry and barbers then keep counting. Top films at the North American box office Sept 8 - Following are the top 10 movies at North American box offices for the three days starting Sept. 6, led by "Riddick" at No. 1, according to studio estimates compiled by Reuters. 1 (*) Riddick.............................$ 18.7 million 2 (1) Lee Daniels' The Butler.............$ 8.9 million 3 (5) Instructions Not Included...........$ 8.1 million 4 (3) We're the Millers...................$ 7.9 million 5 (4) Planes..............................$ 4.3 million 6 (2) UPDATE 2-Invesco profit rises as assets grow on new client money NEW YORK, Oct 31 (Reuters) - Asset manager Invesco Ltd said on Thursday that its third-quarter profit rose 34 percent as strong net inflows, primarily in its retail business, helped boost assets. 4 dead in Pakistan blast A bomb planted in a bicycle killed killed four people and wounded 20 others when it exploded in a busy area of a city in southwestern Pakistan on Wednesday, police said. Shadow over NSA spying furor Germans may be full of indignation at the alleged tapping of Angela Merkel's phone by the U.S National Security Agency -- but the outrage is more than the disappointment of being betrayed by a friend, for the shadows of Germany's past are never far away. Profit Margins Squeeze Shell and Exxon Mobil Weak margins in refining hurt results at the largest European and American oil companies. Drug Inquiry Turns Up Video of Toronto Mayor, Police Say The Toronto police said they had recovered a video that apparently shows Mayor Rob Ford smoking crack, which he has vehemently denied using. New two-hormone Roche drug shows promise in diabetes, obesity LONDON (Reuters) - An experimental drug that mimics the effects of two naturally occurring hormones appears to work significantly better than existing single-hormone medicines against diabetes and obesity, scientists said on Wednesday. Five Austin startups to watch It's the innovation hotbed deep in the heart of Texas, the town where the tech and Web world's movers, shakers and up-and-comers descend every spring to learn, network and party at South by Southwest Interactive. Murray will only return in Australia if in the shape to win LONDON (Reuters) - Andy Murray will only play at next year's Australian Open if his back has recovered enough for him to win the title. Sketch Guy The Perils of Ascribing Meaning to a Random Event Dont make big financial decisions based on one or two events that might not even be related, a financial planner writes. Student Newspapers Scurry to Make Ends Meet College newspapers have until recently managed to stave off industry challenges. Now many traditional papers are struggling for survival. 'Phantom Goal' Game Will Not Be Replayed, Says German Court Hoffenheim lost its appeal for a replay of a Bundesliga match won by Bayer Leverkusen with a goal that should not have been allowed. On Location | Red Hook, Brooklyn Three Feet High and Rising After seeing his house knee-deep in water, New Yorks chief urban designer is determined to keep it from happening again. UPDATE 1-Obamacare controversy hits close to home for Capitol Hill staff WASHINGTON, Oct 31 (Reuters) - Republican lawmakers opposed to Obamacare have been grappling with a predicament of their own making as they decide whether to move their staff into the new insurance marketplaces tied to President Barack Obama's healthcare overhaul. Senate banking panel eyes November 14 for Yellen hearing Senate aide WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The Senate Banking Committee is considering holding a hearing on Janet Yellen's nomination to head the Federal Reserve on November 14, a Senate aide said on Monday. Wealth Matters Twitter Tantalizes, but Beware the I.P.O. Some offerings get so much attention they can cloud peoples judgment, but investors must understand how a companys stock will fit in their portfolio. City Room The Ad Campaign Lhota Issues Warnings and Makes Promises In his latest ad, Joseph J. Lhota tries to meld warnings of what would befall New York if Bill de Blasio became mayor with a positive message about what he himself would do in the job.

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