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News Feed Latest worldwide news Los Angeles' Forum Arena to Reopen in Jan 2014 After Renovation The Forum, the erstwhile home of pro basketball's Los Angeles Lakers and hockey's Los Angeles Kings, will reopen in January following a $100 million renovation, event venue operator The Madison Square Garden Co said on Tuesday. The Pragmatist Banning Guests That Bite or Buzz The battle against ticks and mosquitoes now requires more work and a bit of strategy, as new breeds gain a foothold. "Stolen masters incinerated" report July 18 - Media reports say a Romanian woman has admitted burning stolen masterpieces by Picasso, Monet and Matisse. Paul Chapman reports. Korea Hot Stocks-STX Offshore jumps on likely imminent creditor rescue SEOUL, July 31 (Reuters) - South Korea's main KOSPI share index was down 0.1 percent at 1,915.94 as of 0046 GMT. The index opened down 0.1 percent at 0001 GMT. UPDATE 4-Barclays planning 5 bln pound share sale - source * 5 billion pound rights issue to be announced as early as Tuesday Milan star 'racially abused' The new football season is still some weeks away, but already in Italy allegations of racial abuse towards AC Milan's Kevin Constant have marred a friendly. Special Report Women's British Open Karrie Webb Gets Another Chance to Savor the Fame Eighteen years after the Australian won the Women's British Open in her rookie year, she says she wants to add to her seven major titles "before I finish up." Royal baby boost UK tourism? The royal baby is great news for William and Kate, but is it also good news for British tourism? Dog and crow play ball An unlikely pair enjoy a game of ping pong. Royal baby worth his weight in gold to the Firm LONDON (Reuters) - The Firm, as Britain's royal family calls itself, has a new asset. Mexican President Pena Nieto has successful thyroid surgery MEXICO CITY (Reuters) - Mexican President Enrique Pena Nieto successfully underwent surgery on Wednesday to remove a benign nodule on his thyroid gland, his chief of staff said. You're the Boss Blog My Competitors Dont Seem Interested in Coopertition A business owner has found that competing business owners in Spain will sometimes cooperate, but she says that has not often been her experience in the United States. Carney's Bank of England readies guidance push, under wraps for now LONDON, Aug 1 (Reuters) - The Bank of England and its new governor Mark Carney will put the finishing touches to a fresh approach to nurturing Britain's nascent economic recovery on Thursday, when... Gadgetwise A Tablet Communicator for the Tech-Averse Powered by a Samsung Galaxy Tab 2, the Clarion Companion can help caregivers and relatives stay in touch with an older person. Bloomberg's ban on big sodas is unconstitutional appeals court NEW YORK (Reuters) - New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg's controversial plan to keep large sugary drinks out of restaurants and other eateries was rejected by a state appeals court on Tuesday, which said he had overstepped his authority in trying to impose the ban. As Work Habits Change, Software Makers Rush to Innovate An increasing focus on office collaboration is creating opportunities for software giants like Microsoft and Google and start-ups like Quip. 10 best golf courses in Africa For a reputedly impoverished continent, Africa has a remarkable number of golf courses -- 828 courses in 50 countries with a little more than half of those, 450, located in South Africa. Op-Ed Contributor Letter From Ethiopias Gulag America must live up to its values and impose sanctions against Ethiopias reckless and undemocratic government. This is Z10, the first BlackBerry 10 handset Research In Motion is no more! BlackBerry is the new company name and the Z10 is the first BlackBerry 10 handset. Here's a quick overview of the new phone. Kazakh oligarch Ablyazov arrested in France sources LONDON/CANNES, France (Reuters) - Mukhtar Ablyazov, a Kazakh businessman accused of embezzling $6 billion from his former bank BTA, has been arrested near Cannes in southern France and is being held by police, sources familiar with the situation said. Home Prices Jumped 12.2% in May Home values are rising as more people are bidding on a relatively tight supply of houses for sale. Editors Choice Our best photos from the last 24 hours. US STOCKS-SP 500 ends flat; Fed gives no word on tapering * Dow off 0.1 pct; SP 500 off 0.01 pct; Nasdaq up 0.3 pct Turning market hits "trend-following" quant funds LONDON (Reuters) - The global equity pullback over the last month hit "trend-following" quantitative funds the hardest, but the strategy could remain the most profitable in the longer run, delegates... Inspiration for 'Contact' still listening From a remote valley in Northern California, Jill Tarter is listening to the universe. White House Muted in Response to New Mass Killing of Egyptian Protesters Democratic and Republican lawmakers, while condemning the second mass killing of demonstrators following the ouster of President Mohamed Morsi, stopped short of calling for cutting aid to Egypt. Sara Jeruss, Jane Nevins The wedding took place at the Outdoor Art Club in Mill Valley, Calif., and a friend performed the ceremony. Scene City Celebrating a Film About a Film Guests gather for the screening, then an after-party. Wax Hugo Chavez for Cuban museum July 30 - A self-taught family of wax figurine artists creates a life-size sculpture of Hugo Chavez to go on display at Cuba's wax museum. Tara Cleary reports. Special Report Women's British Open Inbee Park Lines Up Her Grand Slam The South Korean has won the first three majors of the year the Kraft Nabisco Championship, the L.P.G.A. Championship and the U.S. Women's Open. Sharing the Wealth as a Comic Book Goes to Hollywood The movie 2 Guns, adapted from the comic books from Boom Studios, opens this week. Thanks to Booms creator share model, both the publisher and comics writer reap benefits. Bored? Invent your own holiday If you could invent a holiday, what would it be? It's easier than you think. Meet the real holiday makers (plus, the man responsible for Be a Dork Day). Advertising Songs and Sunscreen Spread the Health Insurance Message Advertising is upbeat in the states that are setting up marketplaces where residents will buy health insurance in accordance with the Affordable Care Act. Lawyer Who Beat Chevron in Ecuador Faces Trial of His Own The oil company has filed a suit against Steven Donziger, who won an $18 billion case over oil spills in the Ecuadorean jungle, accusing him of manipulating evidence and bribing judges. Jobs and education needed to win British over to fracking survey LONDON (Reuters) - Government incentives for affected communities must be followed up by education and job creation to convince a skeptical British public that fracking for shale oil and gas is right, according to a survey of industry professionals. Obama Says Hell Evaluate Pipeline Project Depending on Pollution President Obama said that he would evaluate construction of the Keystone XL pipeline on the basis of whether or not it would add significant amounts of carbon to the atmosphere. Goodbyes and Grief in Real Time Scott Simon, the journalist and NPR host, posted Twitter updates from his mothers deathbed, connecting with a vast and supportive audience. Northrop beats out Raytheon for F-16 radar upgrade deal WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Northrop Grumman Corp on Wednesday said it had been chosen by Lockheed Martin Corp to upgrade the radar systems on F-16 fighter jets for the U.S. Air Force and Taiwan, a deal... Obama seeks second-term jolt with economic speech July 24 - President Barack Obama hits the road to push his vision for an expanded middle class, hoping to stave off partisan gridlock as economic issues loom. Karen Hendren reports. Pakistan Chooses Next President After Jailbreak Underscores Threats Legislators elected Mamnoon Hussain, a supporter of Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif, hours after a Taliban attack freed about 250 prisoners.

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News Feed Latest worldwide news An Afghan Media Mogul, Pushing Boundaries Saad Mohseni has brought soap operas, sitcoms and reality TV to his native country, Afghanistan, and with them a modicum of normalcy. Now he is looking to expand to Egypt, Libya and Iraq. Off-Season Problems Cloud Hopes for Giants Connor and Hill While most of the Giants at training camp were busy looking ahead, linebacker Dan Connor and safety Will Hill were addressing their off-the-field issues. UPDATE 1-US regulator unveils plan for universal broadband * Cable group says gives phone companies unfair advantage Real Housewives of New Jersey stars appear on federal fraud charges NEWARK, New Jersey (Reuters) - Two stars of "The Real Housewives of New Jersey" were released on $500,000 bond each on Tuesday after appearing in federal court on fraud and tax evasion charges that could get one of them kicked out of the United States. News Analysis Weak Finish From Europe on Chinese Solar Panels The European Commissions antidumping case against China started vigorously but foundered amid European political divisions; it may ultimately strengthen Chinas solar industry. Pogue's Posts SmugMug Revamps Its Site, in a Challenge to Flickr SmugMugs upgrade, in the works for two years, offers a dizzying array of new features aiming at hard-core photographers. The Consumer Concerns About Dementia Screening A push for early detection and treatment, even in the absence of cognitive symptoms, of the amyloid plaques that indicate a risk for Alzheimers and other dementias has some researchers worried. Australia's Nine seeks to raise up to $1.1 bln in IPO - report SYDNEY, July 31 (Reuters) - Australia's Nine Entertainment, owned by two U.S. hedge funds, is looking to raise up to A$1.2 billion ($1.1 billion) in an initial public offering before the end of the... App City Cant Whistle? Try One of These to Hail a Taxi Hailo and Uber Taxi have similar pros and cons convenient in cab deserts but pointless in cab rivers. Plastic beads are the latest pollution threat to Great Lakes (Reuters) - Tiny plastic beads from beauty products are showing up in North America's Great Lakes, and an environmental group is calling upon companies to stop using the plastic particles. NSA secrets' kill our trust' Bruce Schneier Both government agencies and corporations have cloaked themselves in so much secrecy that it's impossible to verify anything they say Report FBI wanted to fly Snowden's father to Moscow The FBI planned to fly Edward Snowden's father to Moscow to encourage the National Security Agency leaker to come home to the United States, his father told The Washington Post. Efforts to Recruit Poor Students Lag at Some Elite Colleges A comparison of low-income enrollment shows wide disparities among the most competitive private schools. Mining for minerals Mining companies in Durban are eager to dig for minerals in the nearby dunes, but face opposition from environmentalists Delle Donne Sustains Concussion in Skys Loss The head of the Sky rookie Elena Delle Donne hit the knee of Kia Vaughn while she was going for a loose ball, Mystics Coach Mike Thibault said. She is questionable for the All-Star Game. Another jewel heist in Cannes July 31 - Thieves made off with loot from luxury watchmaker in Cannes -- just days after a multi-million dollar jewel heist in the French resort city. Deborah Gembara reports. Australia's asylum plan Dead in water? Why Australia's plans to move asylum seekers to Papua New Guinea is doomed to fail. Why Egypt needs the Brotherhood More than a week after the Egyptian military ousted the Islamist-led presidency of Mohamed Morsy, the Muslim Brothers, from which Morsy hails, continue to mobilize their followers on the streets and demand the reinstatement of Morsy. T Magazine In Store | French Satchels Make Their Debut Stateside On the recommendation of Narciso Rodriguez, Barneys New York picked up exclusive handbags from the French leather-goods house Moreau-Paris. United Nations May Fall Short in Food Aid for Syria The World Food Program, which sought to help three million Syrians in July, cited intensified fighting in its inability to distribute more goods. DealBook JPMorgan Looks to Pay to Settle U.S. Inquiries JPMorgan Chases payouts started Tuesday when the bank struck a $410 million settlement with a regulator over allegations that its traders manipulated electricity markets. Manning Is Acquitted of Aiding the Enemy Pfc. Bradley Manning was convicted of multiple counts of violating the Espionage Act for leaking documents to the antisecrecy group WikiLeaks, but was found not guilty of the more serious charge of aiding the enemy. A Jazz Critic Inspired by a Book of Album Cover Designs The jazz critic Ben Ratliff recalls an introduction to a vast range of music via a book of record jacket designs, Album Cover Album. Should Reddit Be Blamed for the Spreading of a Smear? When the Sunil Tripathi rumor went viral after the Boston Marathon bombing, it laid bare the dysfunctional codependence between new and old media. Audiophiles Wishlist Geek gear for the golden ear. U.S. House passes Iran sanctions bill to slash oil exports WASHINGTON, July 31 (Reuters) - The U.S. House of Representatives easily passed a bill on Wednesday to tighten sanctions on Iran, a move that came days before President-elect Hassan Rouhani is sworn in. Swartz's death MIT's role? An internal report by the Massachusetts Institute of Technology has found that it committed no wrongdoing in the case of Internet activist Aaron Swartz, who committed suicide while facing charges he hacked into the university's computers and stole millions of online documents. Firestone a Perfect Venue for Tiger to Regain Winning Ways If Tiger Woods could single out a venue most likely to inspire his game, he could do no better than Firestone Country Club which is hosting this week's WGC-Bridgestone Invitational. Is N. Korea's economy working? CNN's Ivan Watson has more on the different economic landscapes in North and South Korea. Senators question U.S. energy market settlement with JPMorgan WASHINGTON, July 31 (Reuters) - Two Democratic Senators on Wednesday asked U.S. energy regulators for more details on how terms of a settlement were reached on alleged power market manipulation in... Al Qaeda's kinder, gentler makeover An al Qaeda-produced video posted on a website in early July opens with uplifting images of smiling Syrian children and jovial old men listening to speeches delivered by al Qaeda militants. After the Fact Depicting the Colors of Space The hues assigned to distant cosmic bodies that are telescopically photographed in black and white are not just a matter of artistic license. Gadgetwise Concert-Hall Sound From a Computer The Explorer digital-to-analog converter reroutes music stored on a computer through its own audio circuitry, offering better sound. State of the Art Chromecast, Simply and Cheaply, Flings Web Video to TVs Using Wi-Fi, the Google Chromecast makes Internet material watchable on a television for $35. Repeat, $35. Turkish police fire teargas to disperse hundreds in Istanbul ISTANBUL (Reuters) - Turkish police fired teargas in Istanbul on Wednesday to disperse several hundred people protesting against the police crackdown on last month's anti-government demonstrations, local media reported. High School Official Had Sex With Four Students, City Says Malik Taylor, 31, an administrator at the Business of Sports School in Midtown Manhattan, had sex with students who ranged in age from 16 to 19, according to a report. Sports Briefing | Soccer Holden Has Ligament Tear The United States national team member Stuart Holden has a torn right anterior cruciate ligament. Task Force Urges Scans for Smokers at High Risk A shift to CT scans from chest X-rays has the potential to save 20,000 lives a year, experts say. Doctor and Patient When the Patient Is Racist Since Hippocrates, physicians have embraced the ideal of caring for all patients, regardless of who they might be. 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News Feed Latest worldwide news U.S. Outlines N.S.A.s Culling of Data for All Domestic Calls The formerly classified papers outline a program that is collecting records of all domestic calls in the United States. Their release comes as top officials are testifying before the Senate. A Classic High Achiever, Minus Money for a College Consultant For two friends from Jackson, Miss., both low-income students, freshman year at an Ivy meant never letting doubt win out. FDA panel recommends over-the-counter use of Sanofi allergy drug WASHINGTON, July 31 (Reuters) - Sanofi SA's allergy drug Nasacort AQ is safe enough to be used without a prescription, a panel of advisors to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration ruled on Wednesday. FOREX-Dollar gains on unexpectedly strong U.S. data; Fed looms * U.S. GDP grows 1.7 percent in 2nd quarter, boosts dollar * U.S. private sector adds 200,000 jobs in July * Markets await Fed decision at 2 p.m. (1800 GMT * Aussie dollar falls on RBA Stevens'... Who knew? Denzel Washington reveals comedic flair in '2 Guns' NEW YORK (Reuters) - Denzel Washington was looking for something light after his role as an alcoholic airline pilot in "Flight" and found it in "2 Guns," an action buddy film that showcases the two-time Academy Award winner's flair for comedy. Small-Business Guide Sell a Business to Cover Retirement? Dont Count on It Many businesses simply cannot be sold and others end up being sold for far less than expected. How Chromecast could change TV Google rolled out a new Nexus 7 tablet on Wednesday. But a much smaller, much cheaper new gadget may be the one that makes a seismic impact in the consumer technology world. Theater Review | Connecticut A Review of Loot, at the Westport Country Playhouse Almost half a century after his death, Joe Orton, who would be 80 now, has the power to shock even worldly 21st-century theatergoers. His Loot is at the Westport County Playhouse. ArtsBeat The Mostly Good Old Days Boris Kachka Talks About Hothouse Mr. Kachkas new book is a history of the publishing house Farrar, Straus Giroux. Money market assets increased in latest week iMoneyNet NEW YORK (Reuters) - Money market fund assets increased by $2.03 billion to $2.605 trillion in the week ended July 30, the Money Fund Report said on Wednesday. T Magazine About Last Night | An Art Soiree Starring Lady Gaga The twentieth annual Watermill Center summer benefit was both a fundraiser and a bacchanalian spectacle. Parker Scores Record 23 to Lead West in W.N.B.A. All-Star Game The Los Angeles Sparks star Candace Parker earned the games most valuable player honors in her All-Star debut. South Sudan's Kiir to keep oil minister, change finance portfolio JUBA (Reuters) - South Sudan's oil minister Stephen Dhieu Dau will keep his post in the new government, while new appointments will be made to the key finance and defense portfolios, officials said on Wednesday. High def video gaming on the Chromebook Pixel Thank you Steam! While the Chrome browser takes full advantage of the Chromebook Pixel's hardware, I thought it would interesting to see how video gaming works on the device. Quite well, with just a few small issues, it turns out. Cash bites, but hold some anyway (Reuters) - Cash it loses value every day, will permanently impair your portfolio if you hold it long enough, but just might be your most important allocation right now. Snowden a month in an airport Fugitive Edward Snowden remains in the transit lounge of Russia's Sheremetyevo International Airport -- here's how he might be killing time Sexuality under the microscope in Showtime's 'Masters of Sex' series BEVERLY HILLS, California (Reuters) - The sexual revolution has been well-documented on TV shows like HBO's "Sex and the City," but a new Showtime drama "Masters of Sex" turns the lens on the pioneering couple who started the public conversation about sexuality. Breakingviews Facebook tops IPO price July 31 - Reynolds Holding talks with Breakingviews columnists about the companys shares finally rising above $38 and how breakthroughs in mobile advertising made that possible. Economic View Owning a Home Isnt Always a Virtue An economist questions whether its wise for government to encourage homeownership over renting. With Too Much Rain in the South, Too Little Produce on the Shelves In deluged Southern states, the quantity, and quality, of fruits and vegetables are suffering. U.S. Treasury to cut auction sizes as borrowing needs fall WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The United States plans to decrease the auction sizes of two- and three-year notes over the coming months because improving government finances have reduced the need for debt... Sports Briefing | Soccer Dortmund Beats Bayern to Win German Super Cup Borussia Dortmund defeated Bayern Munich to hand Pep Guardiola his first defeat while in charge of the European champions. Australia shares set for cautious start, miners to gain on metal prices SYDNEY, Aug 1 (Reuters) - Australian shares are set for a cautious start on Thursday, after Wall Street ended flat with the Federal Reserve giving no hint of imminent stimulus tapering, but miners... ArtsBeat Bryce Pinkham and LaChanze Are Broadway Bound Mr. Pinkham joins the cast of A Gentlemans Guide to Love and Murder while LaChanze will appear in If/Then, a new musical. Mark Ronson on love for music CNN's Monita Rajpal meets Grammy award-winning Mark Ronson who has produced some of the biggest stars in the industry. DealBook Chinese Insurer Buys Lloyds Building in London The $388 million purchase is indicative of the growing appetite by Chinese buyers of commercial and residential real estate abroad. Philip Green's Hong Kong venture Arcadia Group owner Philip Green talks to CNN's Monita Rajpal about bringing British high street fashion to Hong Kong. Three Penn State Officials Are Ordered to Stand Trial The three former university officials, including the former president Graham B. Spanier, are charged with perjury, conspiracy and other crimes in the Jerry Sandusky case. RPT-Market Chatter-Corporate finance press digest July 30 (Reuters) - The following corporate finance-related stories were reported by media on Tuesday City Kitchen A Flavorful Alternative to Shrimp Cocktail Cctel de Mariscos A treat of Mexican coastal towns, the cctel de mariscos replaces the rubbery, ketchup-flavored appetizer, adding a rush of flavor and variety. Sports Briefing | Soccer Guardiola and Bayern Munich Beat Barcelona Bayern Munich defeated Barcelona, 2-0, in a preseason friendly that pitted Pep Guardiolas new side against his former team. Shortcuts Unemployed and Older, and Facing a Jobless Future Those over 50 who lose their jobs are confronting the possibility of never working again. Britain's centuries-old Royal Mail eyes end of state control * Government wants to sell majority stake by March 31, 2014 Girls, it's time to power the world Dear Girls of the World, With Elysium, Sony Hopes to Break a String of Failures The team behind Elysium, starring Matt Damon and Jodie Foster, promises that it has taken an imaginative detour from the familiar blockbuster formula. Table for Three At Lunch With Jesse Tyler Ferguson and Eric McCormack The actors Eric McCormack and Jesse Tyler Ferguson are known for their groundbreaking TV roles, but both agree that a subtle approach to getting out a message works best. A fair World Cup deal for Brazil? After some of the world's biggest corporations such as Apple and Google have come under pressure over aggressive tax avoidance strategies, now its FIFA's turn to defend its lucrative financial arrangements with 2014 World Cup hosts Brazil. Israel and Palestinians Set to Resume Peace Talks, U.S. Announces The meeting between negotiators, planned to start Monday and announced by the State Department, will be the first time that the two have held direct talks since 2010. Hollywood's best-paid actresses are... Though she hasn't starred in a major film in three years, Angelina Jolie is the highest-paid actress in Hollywood, according to a Forbes list. Take a look at some of the industry's other highest paid women. Stomach bug hits new Iowa patients in outbreak linked to salad mix (Reuters) - A severe stomach illness linked to prepackaged salad has struck two new patients in Iowa, state health officials said on Wednesday, as the bug spread through 16 states.

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