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BoE's Tucker warns of risks from non-banks
LONDON (Reuters) - Securities regulators in Britain and elsewhere need to do a better job of regulating hedge funds and so-called shadow banks, Bank of England deputy governor Paul Tucker said in an...


Counting ships, cargos - the guessing game in trading China oil
* Oil traders hunt for smarter ways to assess demand, supply in China


China state media calls for strong action after Tiananmen attack
Oct. 31 - Chinese state media and residents demand severe punishment for those behind what China has said is a holy war aimed at Beijing, which it has blamed on Islamist militants from the restive Xinjiang region.Sarah Toms reports.


UK should remain in EU on reformed basis - Osborne
Oct. 22 - UK finance minister George Osborne wants Britain to remain in the EU but only on a reformed basis, as the continent is in danger of pricing itself out of the world economy.


Square Feet Transactions
Notable properties that have been recently listed for sale, sold or leased.


A history of defaulting on debt
Jim Boulden looks at countries that have come to the brink, and even defaulted on their debt in the past.


Russian lawyer says Snowden to start website job
MOSCOW (Reuters) - Former U.S. spy agency contractor Edward Snowden has found a job working for a website in Russia, where he was granted asylum after fleeing the United States, a Russian lawyer helping him said on Thursday.


Rentokil039;s largest shareholder Invesco looks to slash stake
LONDON, Oct 30 (Reuters) - Rentokil039;s largest shareholder Invesco Perpetual is looking to sell 217 million pounds ($348.85 million) worth of shares in the British pest control firm.


McIlroy Bolts Out to the Lead at HSBC Champions
The graceful combination of power and balance. The bounce in his step after every birdie. His name at the top of the leaderboard. For at least one round, Rory McIlroy finally looked like the former No. 1 player in the world instead of a guy who hasn't won a tournament all year.


DealBook Two Financial Advisers Accuse Twitter of Secondary Market Fraud
Continental Advisors and the Precedo Capital Group contend they were promised up to $278 million worth of Twitter shares in part to increase the companys secondary market valuation.


Upstart in Miami Lures Luxury Stores From a Chic Citadel
Many high-end brands have left behind Bal Harbour Shops, for years a magnet to the wealthy, for more breathing room in Miamis Design District.


One Play Saved a Game and May Have Saved the Jets Season
If not for speedy linebacker Demario Davis, whose tackle in the Sept. 8 game against the Bucs helped them win the game, the Jets would not be contending for a playoff berth.


In Transit Blog New Bolt Service on the West Coast
A new Bolt Bus route on the West Coast will include stops in Los Angeles, San Jose, and Oakland, Calif.


India Ink A Conversation With Jazz Pianist Vijay Iyer
A conversation with celebrated Jazz pianist, composer, and scholar Vijay Iyer.


DealBook For a High-Powered Career, Its Finance vs. Tech
Robert J. Shiller, the Nobel-winning economist, and Vivek Wadhwa, vice president of innovation and research at Singularity University, spar at a conference debate.


National Briefing | South Tennessee Guardsman Is Indicted in Armory Attack
A federal grand jury in Memphis charged Sgt. First Class Amos Patton with nine counts, including assault with a deadly weapon and unlawfully attempting to kill four soldiers.


Israel releases Palestinian prisoners amid protests
Israel released 26 Palestinian prisoners early Wednesday, part of an agreement that fueled new peace talks.


Second rare oarfish carcass found on California coast
(Reuters) - A rare oarfish has washed up on the California coast for the second time in less than a week, authorities said, leaving experts stumped.


I'll be in Brazil World Cup squad PSG's Lucas
PARIS (Reuters) - Paris St Germain forward Lucas is confident he will be part of the Brazil squad when they host the 2014 World Cup, despite coach Luiz Felipe Scolari's warning that he needs to be playing regularly for his club.


Fannie Mae sues nine banks for rigging Libor
NEW YORK (Reuters) - Fannie Mae sued nine of the world's largest banks on Thursday, accusing them of colluding to manipulate interest rates and seeking more than $800 million of damages.


Cartoonists draw dangerous lines
In many ways, the Middle East makes a strange -- and at times perilous -- hotbed for caricature.


Opinionator | Fixes Protecting Children From Toxic Stress
We know that trauma in the lives of children can impair mental and physical health in adulthood. We also know how to prevent it.


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.


Fat Dad A Fat Dad Halloween (Hide the Candy)
Every year after trick-or-treating, I used to hide my candy in a little paisley suitcase under my bed. Just to be safe, I even locked it so my dad would not devour the contents in one night.


Suntech to challenge involuntary bankruptcy petition
Oct 31 (Reuters) - Suntech Power Holdings Co Ltd said it intended to challenge a petition for involuntary bankruptcy filed against it in the United States by some bondholders.


What's got into the Saudis?
It was certainly an unprecedented surprise when Saudi Arabia announced -- on 18 October, only a day after its election to one of the 10 rotating seats on the U.N. Security Council -- that it was turning down the chance to participate in the world's top forum for discussion of international issues.


A wandering mind
Caught daydreaming again? Turns out mind wandering can boost creativity and productivity at work.


U.S. consumer confidence at six-year high, Europeans also more upbeat - survey
LONDON (Reuters) - Consumer confidence in the United States reached a six-year high in the third quarter, as prospects for jobs and personal finances improved, and also rose sharply in Europe, a...


Clowns in Mexico City? You cant be serious!
Oct. 24 - Hundreds of clowns from across the Americas converge in Mexico City to attend the 18th annual clown convention to hone their clowning skills. Tara Cleary reports.


Cellphones, e-readers usage expanded on airplanes
Oct. 31 - Airline passengers will be able to use their e-readers and watch movies for more of the flight according to new guidelines announced by U.S. aviation officials. Deborah Gembara reports.


Storage products retailer Container Store raises $225 mln in IPO
Oct 31 (Reuters) - Storage products retailer Container Store Group Inc raised $225 million after pricing its initial public offering at the top end of its increased price range.


Image of Hindenburg Haunts Hydrogen Technology
One of the strongest psychological impediments to hydrogen fuel cell technology is the searing image of the Hindenburg catching fire and crashing in 1937.


Boston celebrates as World Series joy hits home
BOSTON (Reuters) - Even with the finish line in sight, Boston took one last deep breath on Wednesday night.


China's anti-pollution drive risks running out of gas
BEIJING (Reuters) - A chronic shortage of natural gas is hurting China's plan to move away from burning coal to heat homes and offices, raising the prospect of more choking air pollution this winter and beyond.


In Transit Blog Calendar Coming Events in Florida; Turkey; and Wisconsin
A weekly capsule of events around the globe curated by our writers and editors.


Twitter roadshow less exuberance, more 'nuts and bolts'
NEW YORK (Reuters) - During the roadshow leading up to Facebook Inc's initial public offering a year-and-a-half ago, New York's institutional investors were greeted by snaking queues, beefed up...


Books of The Times The Everything Store Jeff Bezos and the Age of Amazon
The Everything Store Jeff Bezos and the Age of Amazon, by Brad Stone, explores one mans relentless quest to take over retailing.


UPDATE 2-First Solar results soar past estimates, stock up 6 pct
* 2013 revenue forecast cut as some projects may be moved to 2014


Soccer Roundup Shaky United Is Rescued By Rooney
Mikel Arteta scored a on penalty kick before being ejected from the game as first-place Arsenal defeated host Crystal Palace, 2-0, in Englands Premier League on Saturday.


Sanford Weill Lures Zarin Mehta to Green Center
Sanford Weill is bringing in Mr. Mehta, the former president of the New York Philharmonic, to help run the Green Music Center in Sonoma County.


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