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News Feed Latest worldwide news QA Editing Microsoft Word Files on an Android Tablet Google Play has several apps for working with Microsoft Word files on Android tablets. No. 23 N. Illinois Improves to 8-0 Jordan Lynch threw four touchdown passes and caught another as No. 23 Northern Illinois reached its best start as a major program with a 59-20 victory over Eastern Michigan on Saturday. DealBook Fed Proposes a Rule to Help Big Banks Stay Liquid in Times of Crisis The Federal Reserves rule asks banks to estimate how much cash might flee in a 30-day period, and requires them to enough assets that they could sell to cover that outflow. FDA recommends tightening access to hydrocodone pain-killers WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Thursday recommended tighter restrictions on products that contain hydrocodone, an opioid painkiller present in commonly prescribed, potentially addictive drugs such as Vicodin. Phnom Penh Asia's urban star Cambodia's capital could be the region's next great urban getaway -- if you don't mind a bit of grit with your fine French wine. The simple pleasures of Eid For the world's Muslims, the festival of Eid al-Fitr is a perfect conclusion to Ramadan -- the month-long period of fasting and contemplation practiced by observers of Islam around the globe. One of the most festive periods in the religion's calendar, Eid is often commemorated with large feasts, family-time, and through charitable acts and donations. Microsoft exec Apple's 'lightweight' tools A Microsoft executive took to the tech giant's official blog to take an uncharacteristically direct shot at rival Apple. Vice President Frank Shaw called Apple tools "struggling," and "lightweight." Tiger's highs and lows Tiger Woods has completed a remarkable return to the top of the golfing world after dropping out of the top 50 following a sex scandal and then injuries which hindered his playing comeback. A Poet With Words Trapped Inside Ntozake Shange, suffering from the effects of two strokes and a neurological disorder, is unable to write or type, and even voice recognition software is working against her, auto-correcting her very personal style. Rapper Chris Brown arrested in Washington over assault WASHINGTON, Oct 27 (Reuters) - Rapper Chris Brown was arrested and charged with assault in Washington early on Sunday after getting into a fight with a man outside a hotel near the White House, police said. Five designs inspired by sharks Engineers have used sharks as the blueprint for everything from sports cars, to swim suits to antibacterial material. Obama, at Brooklyn School, Pushes Education Agenda The president went to the Pathways in Technology Early College High School, which he mentioned in his State of the Union address this year, to talk about education. I'm a male feminist. No, seriously David Cameron, Jimmy Carter and the Dalai Lama are just some famous men who call themselves feminists. But what does it actually mean to identify as a "male feminist"? Canadian feeder cattle exports seen surging after Tyson move WINNIPEG, Manitoba/CHICAGO, Oct 25 (Reuters) - A decision by Tyson Foods Inc to stop buying slaughter-ready Canadian cattle looks to accelerate the movement of lighter Canadian cattle to U.S. feedlots, industry sources say, damaging the already fragile Canadian beef sector. Lin Underdog turned NBA star CNN's Monita Rajpal speaks with Jeremy Lin as he opens up about becoming a sports icon. GE CEO says equal access in China is crucial Jan 19 - In an exclusive interview with Reuters Global Editor-at-Large Chrystia Freeland, GE CEO Jeffrey Immelt says true free trade between the the world's top two economies of U.S. and China is crucial. Your Money Adviser Prepaid Debit Cards Shed Some Fees, but Face Scrutiny The cards are growing more popular even as the federal government is weighing new rules, including better disclosure of fees. Bits Blog Internet Archive Will Shield Visitors Inspired by recent revelations of the depth of the N.S.A.s monitoring of online behavior, the Internet Archive is taking a step to ensure the privacy of its users. No. 11 Auburn Rolls Past Florida Atlantic, 45-10 Jeremy Johnson threw two long touchdown passes to Sammie Coates after replacing injured starter Nick Marshall and No. 11 Auburn overwhelmed Florida Atlantic 45-10 on Saturday night. The E-Cigarette Industry, Waiting to Exhale A maker of electronic cigarettes is aiming to bring smokers in from the cold. But it faces health concerns and the might of Big Tobacco, which wants in on the business, too. Chipotle vs. Taco Bell Einhorns short put to the taste test - Felix TV David Einhorn, the investor known for betting against stocks like Green Mountain Coffee, now is targeting Chipotle Mexican Grill, saying it will face significant competition from "a resurgent Taco Bell." We put his theory to the taste test with Reuters blogger Felix Salmon, Reuters Social Media Editor Anthony De Rosa and Food and Wine Restaurant Editor Kate Krader. (October 3, 2012) Report due on Japan's Mizuho mob-loan scandal, serious penalty unlikely * Panel to deliver report on Monday, state regulator to review Sports Briefing | Tennis Serena Williams Romps in Opener Top-ranked Serena Williams breezed past Angelique Kerber, 6-3, 6-1, to open her bid for a fourth ATP Championships title in Istanbul. The 30-Minute Interview Jody L. Kriss Jody L. Kriss Mr. Kriss is a founder and principal of East River Partners, a company based in New York that acquires and redevelops brownstone properties in Manhattan and Brooklyn. Art in Review Christoph Ruckhberle Frhstck im Freien Mr. Ruckhberle is back in New York with an arresting show that makes us remember what all the fuss was about. Theater Listings for Oct. 25-31 A guide to theater productions in New York, with a special note of shows in previews or about to open. Indonesian designers defy stereotypes of Muslim fashion JAKARTA (Reuters) - As the world's most populous Muslim country, Indonesia has high demand for clothing that adheres to religious rules emphasizing modesty for women. Bats Keeping Score Molina Dashes Ambitions of Bostons Base Stealers The Red Sox, who were among the stolen-base leaders in the regular season, have not tested the well-respected arm of Cardinals catcher Yadier Molina. S.Korea Oct consumer sentiment at 1-1/2 yr high SEOUL, Oct 28 (Reuters) - South Korea's key measure of consumer confidence in October stepped up to its highest level since mid-2012 as South Koreans feel increasingly optimistic about their living conditions, a survey by the central bank showed on Monday. Paul Reichmann, Who Helped Develop the World Financial Center, Dies at 83 Mr. Reichmann took enormous business risks, made and lost billions of dollars and built extensively in Toronto, New York and London. Local tastes tempt China diners away from Golden Arches SHANGHAI (Reuters) - Bearing rice burgers and lotus roots, an army of Chinese fast food firms is cooking up a challenge to McDonald's Corp and Yum Brands Inc, tempting cost-conscious diners with... Sham corporations aid drug lords Stefanie Ostfeld and Dietlind Lerner say a new law could help stop drug dealers, weapons traders, income tax evaders and others from using our financial system to launder their money Kerr, Bloom separate Orlando Bloom and Miranda Kerr are no longer a couple. Motherlode Blog 5 Signs That Its Time to Seek Outside Help for a Struggling Child Parents who have watched a child wrestle with anxiety, depression and other challenges name these as the signs that its time to seek help. Meet the Rules of the Internet Hello! Welcome to the Internet. It's a big place, so let me show you around. Germany wants a German Internet as spying scandal rankles PARIS/FRANKFURT (Reuters) - As a diplomatic row rages between the United States and Europe over spying accusations, state-backed Deutsche Telekom wants German communications companies to cooperate to shield local internet traffic from foreign intelligence services. Nadal's road to redemption Rafael Nadal walked on to the clay court at the 2013 VTR Open in Chile not sure if this would be the beginning of a comeback or the end of a career. Rolando Santos was there for CNN with his camera to record what happened. Flames Upend Capitals 5-2 Mike Cammalleri scored two goals and the Calgary Flames beat the Washington Capitals 5-2 on Saturday night. Sebelius finds a silver lining in Obamacare 'data hub' WASHINGTON, Oct 26 (Reuters) - U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Kathleen Sebelius, besieged by bad news about the new government health care website, sought on Saturday to highlight a portion of the complex system that she said is working well. Poison Pen A Warning on Chemical Peels Two influential agencies moved to classify an acid commonly used by dermatologists as a possible carcinogen.

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