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Theater Review All the Way Stars Bryan Cranston as Lyndon B. Johnson
Bryan Cranston is Lyndon B. Johnson in All the Way, a play set immediately after President Kennedys assassination.


In Practice Polls in Overtime on Affordable Care Act
A series of polls show gaps in knowledge but more acceptance as consumers gain understanding of Affordable Care Act.


30 Seconds With Kareem Abdul-Jabbar
The former Laker Kareem Abdul-Jabbar has a new childrens book out, and something to say about the expectations that come with being tall.


Judge Orders New Jersey to Allow Gay Marriage
The judge ruled that in light of the United States Supreme Courts decision striking down the Defense of Marriage Act, same-sex couples must be allowed to marry.


What's in It? That Dorito Nacho Taste
This is the irresistible flavor with its coppery, finger-staining dust that sent Doritos into the processed food hall of fame.


Leading the way for golf's multimillionaires
The PGA Tour can make instant millionaires at virtually every one of its tournaments -- but it was not always that way. It took golf pioneer Billy Casper almost 15 years to reach seven figures in the nascent days of the pro circuit.


McGinley's Ryder Cup test
European Captain Paul McGinley tests the course at Gleneagles.


Shortcuts Opting to Blow the Whistle or Choosing to Walk Away
Many employees are using their companies ethics procedures to report misdeeds, but the outcome is sometimes not what they expected or hoped.


News Analysis Google in Deal to Settle Europes Antitrust Case
The European Unions top competition official accepted Googles latest offer to settle a long-running antitrust case, but he also said the companys rivals should have a chance to respond.


Making luxury affordable
CNN's Rosie Tomkins explores the concept of "fractional ownership" in the luxury yacht and private jet industries.


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.


Messi's turn to shine in Europe
You had the feeling this would happen. After Cristiano Ronaldo scored a hat-trick in Europe, Lionel Messi matched the Portuguese by netting three goals against Ajax.


Broncos, Seahawks Steady Atop AP Pro32 Rankings
Peyton Manning downplayed another dominant victory over the weekend, and Denver Broncos coach John Fox insisted there are still plenty of areas where his team can improve.


Florida woman tricked into taking abortion drug sues pharmacy
ORLANDO, Florida (Reuters) - A Florida woman whose boyfriend switched her antibiotic with a medication known to cause abortion is suing the Tampa-area pharmacy where the drug, prescription bottle and...


Bitcoin buzz grows among venture investors, despite risks
NEW YORK (Reuters) - Venture capitalists show no sign of shying away from investing in startups related to Bitcoin even as authorities step up their scrutiny of the virtual currency and its possible...


Insurance Markets Open Amid Heavy Volume and Delays
The insurance exchanges at the core of President Obamas health care law began operation, with officials watching closely, unsure of what to expect.


Silly Season Arrives Early at USC and UConn
The silly season has arrived earlier than usual in college football.


Sugar Industry Highlights Conflicts Over Trade Pacts and Land
For Cambodia and other poor nations, trade agreements that foster exports can also encourage land grabs by wealthy, politically connected families.


Justices Agree to Hear Raging Bull Copyright Case
The Supreme Court agreed to hear an appeal in a copyright dispute arising from the movie Raging Bull, brought by the daughter of a friend of Jake LaMotta, the boxer the film is based on.


Qatar World Cup worker abuse?
The Guardian newspaper alleges abuse and exploitation of migrant workers in Qatar


Square Feet Hopes for a Street Resistant to Rebirth
The arrival of a boutique hotel and a popular coffee roaster on West Eighth Street could signal a turnaround on a struggling corridor.


Gotham Charity Program Operated by Students at Risk
The Penny Harvest program, in which children collect pennies to help others, may end if the nonprofit group that runs it has to close.


Syrian hospitals operate in secret
As violence in Syria continues, a medical crisis looms. CNN's Atika Shubert reports.


Critics Notebook Making a Stand-Up Meal of the Sit-Down Taco
Restaurants in New York City have struggled to match the food made at stands and trucks.


UPDATE 2-U.S. Supreme Court to weigh taxability of severance pay
WASHINGTON, Oct 1 (Reuters) - The U.S. Supreme Court agreed on Tuesday to consider whether severance pay to workers laid off involuntarily is subject to federal payroll tax in a case the Obama...


Britain's FTSE dragged down by Unilever warning
LONDON, Oct 1 (Reuters) - Britain's top share index entered the final quarter of 2013 on a cautious note on Tuesday, with a warning of lower sales at Unilever hitting other companies exposed to...


RPT-'The system is down' Obamacare glitches go public, reasons unclear
NEW YORK, Oct 1 (Reuters) - Blank boxes where security questions are supposed to appear. Pleas to "be patient." Error messages galore. Notices that "the system is busy right now." Web pages timing...


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.


U.S. municipal bond sales so far in 2013 slip 13.6 percent
(Reuters) - U.S. municipal bond sales totaled $237.8 billion in the first nine months of 2013, down 13.6 percent from the same period in 2012, according to Thomson Reuters data released on Tuesday.


Roma Moves to First in Serie A
Roma maintained its perfect start to the Serie A season in Italy with a 2-0 win at Sampdoria and took possession of first place after Napoli was held to a 1-1 draw at home against Sassuolo.


Family comes first for risk-averse fund managers
LONDON (Reuters) - Investors seeking less volatile returns from their stock portfolios are turning their attention to family-owned firms that play for pride as well as profit.


Venezualan media in firing line
Oct. 1 - Venezuela's president tears the media off a strip for 'instilling panic' over shortages of goods from milk to toilet paper. Paul Chapman reports.


U.S. Supreme Court takes no action on Argentina bonds case
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The U.S. Supreme Court on Tuesday took no action on Argentina's appeal of a lower court ruling in favor of hedge funds that refused to take reduced payments under a restructuring agreement the country reached with other bondholders after its 2002 default.


U.S. House passes emergency funding bill, Boehner weighs in
Sep. 30 - As the U.S. government creeps closer to a shutdown, the U.S. House of Representatives approves another emergency funding bill that the Democratic-led senate is sure to reject. House Speaker John Boehner weighed in. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).


A Jet Groomed for Danger and Running Full Speed Toward It
Ellis Lanksters childhood was valuable preparation for his role as a gunner, or flier, on the Jets kickoff and punt coverage units.


Mexico bourse sees up to nine more stock offerings this year
MEXICO CITY (Reuters) - Mexico's stock exchange, which is experiencing a record year, expects up to five more stock offerings in 2013 on top of four already in the works, Chief Executive Luis Tellez...


Battle over power capacity in Texas heats up
AUSTIN, Oct 1 (Reuters) - Texas regulators are struggling to attract new power plants and other resources so the state's electric supply will keep pace with its growing economy.


Nadal Breathing Down Djokovic's Neck in China
Rafa Nadal starts the final push to what he hopes will be a return to the top of the world rankings when he gets under way at the China Open on Tuesday.


Icahn says firm has $2 bln invested in Apple shares - CNBC
NEW YORK, Oct 1 (Reuters) - Activist billionaire investor Carl Icahn said Tuesday on CNBC that his firm has $2 billion invested in shares of technology giant Apple Inc..


Well Married Cancer Patients Live Longer
The burdens of cancer treatment take a greater toll on single patients than married patients, a new study shows.


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