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News Feed Latest worldwide news Newly discovered asteroid missed Earth but will return in 2032 MIAMI (Reuters) - A newly discovered asteroid made a "close" approach to Earth this week - at least in astronomical terms - and it is likely to come back around in 2032, but there is only a miniscule risk of it smashing into the planet, NASA said on Friday. Czech left leads vote count, new party second - partial results PRAGUE, Oct 26 (Reuters) - The centre-left Social Democrats held onto their lead in the Czech republic's parliamentary election, partial results showed on Saturday. Romanian farmers choose subsistence over shale gas PUNGESTI, Romania, Oct 27 (Reuters) - The small hilly town of Pungesti in eastern Romania could be sitting on vast reserves of shale gas and U.S. energy major Chevron wants to find it. Bits Senator Raises Questions About Protecting Student Data Senator Edward J. Markey, a Massachusetts Democrat, is investigating whether federal rules governing the sharing of student data provide adequate security and privacy protections. Couple adopts subway kittens The famous frisky felines who fouled up traffic on the New York City subway this summer have found a forever family. CORRECTED-EFH restructuring talks expand, forge on ahead of looming payment (Changes paragraphs 7 and 8 to clarify that EFH could make its interest payment) After shootings, teachers need help Edward Mooney says PTSD is common in teachers who witness school violence, such as the recent Nevada shooting. It's crucial that administrators make psychological help available -- and that the community offers support Egyptian Satirist Returns to TV With Careful Barbs In his first show since the military ousted President Mohamed Morsi in July, Bassem Youssef skewered the leadership with caution, in a test of what the government was prepared to allow. Lessons from Hong Kong As Beijing touts a high-profile crackdown on corruption, experts say it should look south to Hong Kong as an example of a Chinese territory that has succeeded in cutting out the rot. Dozens killed as bomb blasts rock Iraq At least 44 people died and scores were wounded when a string of car bombings shook the cities of Baghdad and Mosul. India's Grand Prix passion CNN's Ben Wyatt explores the popularity of F1 in India and what the future might hold. Why disc drives are an endangered species Could the phrase "burn a disc" soon be interred in the computing graveyard, resting peacefully alongside 8-bit graphics and the chirping, buzzing hum of a dial-up modem? Some of the most influential computer makers in the world say yes. QA With iOS 7 Upgrade, Podcasts Move to an Apple App Questions about Apples new Podcasts app, and how Google is able to read your mind. Is the iPhone 5C a flop? When Apple unveiled not one but two new iPhones last month, it was the dawning of a new strategy for the company, which for six years had championed its single iconic smartphone even as competitors rolled out an array of shapes, sizes and features. AbbVie beats forecast as Humira sales surge (Reuters) - AbbVie Inc on Friday reported stronger-than-expected results for the third quarter, as booming sales of its Humira arthritis treatment and Synthroid thyroid replacement drug more than... Blasts in Indian city ahead of Modi rally, some casualties Oct. 27 - At least one man was killed and five people wounded in low intensity blasts in an eastern Indian city, where tens of thousands of people were gathered to hear opposition prime ministerial candidate Narendra Modi speak. Sarah Toms reports. Poison Pen A Warning on Chemical Peels Two influential agencies moved to classify an acid commonly used by dermatologists as a possible carcinogen. 'Fat Albert,' 'He-Man' producer dies Lou Scheimer, a pioneer in Saturday morning and weekday afternoon television cartoons with hit shows such as "Superman," "Fat Albert" and "He-Man," has died at 84, according to his biographer. Whats on Friday Television highlights. Can a case boost your iPhone 5's WiFi? Check the Linkase The Linkase for iPhone 5 boasts up to a 50 percent boost in Wi-Fi signal strength thanks to a small electromagnetic waveguide extension. Does it work? See for yourself in these mobile speedtests where Wi-Fi is usually terrible. Wealth Want to buy an Irish castle? For those of means, the price is right. Museum and Gallery Listings for Oct. 25-31 A critical guide to the visual arts in New York and the region. REFILE-UPDATE 1-New U.S. TV network fuses news, satire for young Hispanics LOS ANGELES/MIAMI, Oct 27 (Reuters) - On Monday evening, U.S. cable network Fusion will launch with interviews of President Barack Obama and Republican Senator Ted Cruz. Later that night, four puppets will provide commentary on current events during a news chat show. Edtior's Choice Our best photos from the last 24 hours. Higgs boson, key to the universe, wins Nobel physics prize STOCKHOLM (Reuters) - Britain's Peter Higgs and Francois Englert of Belgium won the Nobel Prize for physics on Tuesday for predicting the existence of the Higgs boson particle that explains how elementary matter attained the mass to form stars and planets. NEWSMAKER Carney on IMF, inflation how he got his new job Incoming Bank of England governor Mark Carney explains where he differs with the IMF on austerity, central bank inflation targeting and how he was made Bank of England chief even though he's Canadian. Europe's energy challenges Isa Soares meets Antnio Mexia, CEO of Portugal's largest national energy provider, EDP. Sports Briefing | Golf Pettersen Keeps Lead in Sunrise Championship Suzann Pettersen struggled with three early bogeys but recovered for a one-over-par 73 to maintain a four-shot lead after the third round of the Sunrise Championship in Taiwan. REFILE-UPDATE 1-New U.S. TV network fuses news, satire for young Hispanics LOS ANGELES/MIAMI, Oct 27 (Reuters) - On Monday evening, U.S. cable network Fusion will launch with interviews of President Barack Obama and Republican Senator Ted Cruz. Later that night, four puppets will provide commentary on current events during a news chat show. On the Market in the Region An 1882 Victorian in Larchmont thats fully renovated but retains original details; and a waterfront house in Fairfield that includes three fireplaces, two terraces, and a private dock. Orbital Sciences' cargo ship departs International Space Station CAPE CANAVERAL, Florida (Reuters) - Virginia-based Orbital Sciences Corp completed a successful test mission at the International Space Station on Tuesday, clearing the firm to begin regular cargo runs for NASA under a $1.9 billion contract. Hundreds of new species found in Amazon A titi monkey that purrs like a cat is just one of hundreds of species discovered in the Amazon in recent years, according to the World Wildlife Fund. Colombia Rebels Free American Hostage The guerrilla group FARC turned Kevin Scott Sutay, a former American service member, over to an international delegation after he had been held for more than four months. Ecuador sees GDP growth of 4.5 pct to 5.1 pct next year QUITO, Oct 26 (Reuters) - Ecuador's economic growth will accelerate to as high as 5.1 percent next year, despite less revenue from the oil industry, and inflation is expected to slow to 3.2 percent,... Vision of Prairie Paradise Troubles Some Montana Ranchers Some ranchers who fear the region will lose its identity object to conservationists plan to create a vast grassland reserve where 10,000 bison roam and fences are few. Sports Briefing | Soccer Fighting in Brazil Disrupts Clubs The Brazilian league leader Cruzeiro will have to play one home match away from its stadium because of fan violence. Saudi Arabia Warns Online Backers of Female Drivers Saudi officials stepped up warnings Friday over a planned protest that will see women get behind the wheel to challenge male-only driving rules, saying that even online support for the demonstration could be grounds for arrest. Economic Scene New Front in the Fight With Infant Mortality The Affordable Care Acts benefits for pregnant women have the potential to lower infant mortality rates and change what Americans expect from their government. Czech centre-left ekes out slim poll victory, tough coalition talks loom Oct, 27 - Czech Social Democrats win a slim victory in a parliamentary election but face a tough task forming a government after a wave of voter anger over sleaze and budget cuts propel new protest parties into parliament. Sarah Toms reports. N.B.A. Preview The Haves and the Have-Nots Entering the 2013-14 season, the N.B.A.s upper class which, on its lower end, includes both New York teams has grown to include about half the league.

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