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News Feed Latest worldwide news UPDATE 3-Ad groups plot to compete with new Publicis-Omnicom * Shares in WPP, Interpublic, Havas leap on deal news * Competing agencies will seek to poach big advertisers * Conflicts possible in tech, telecom, autos * Publicis, Omnicom say can manage conflict risks (Adds comment from Interpublic) By Kate Holton and Leila Abboud LONDON/PARIS, July 29 (Reuters) - A plan to merge Publicis and Omnicom into the world's biggest advertising group has rivals ready to poach their blue-chip clients that might leave the new agency as it faces The power of friendship World number 2 Andy Murray focuses on his friend, ATP doubles player Ross Hutchins, who is battling cancer. Talking peace with threat of war Two hours of tanks, bands and goose-stepping under a blazing sun. Sharapova injury blow ahead of U.S. Open Maria Sharapova has been forced to pull out of the WTA Rogers Cup tournament in Toronto next month, still plagued by a nagging left hip injury. Looted Cannes gems worth $136 mln, official says, record jewel heist July 29 - An armed robber stole gems worth $136 million in a weekend jewelery heist in the resort of Cannes, making it the country's biggest gem theft. Deborah Lutterbeck reports. Currents | Outdoors Seating Thats Not for Wallflowers Sergio Rodrigues oversaw a colorful reissue of his Taj outdoor-furniture collection. NASA telescope to probe long-standing solar mystery CAPE CANAVERAL, Florida (Reuters) - A small NASA telescope was launched into orbit on Thursday on a mission to determine how the sun heats its atmosphere to millions of degrees, sending off rivers of particles that define the boundaries of the solar system. Vettel on his F1 title hopes Two-time F1 champion Sebastian Vettel takes CNN's John Defterios for a drive. Colombia will seek 4.5 trillion pesos from sale of Isagen BOGOTA, July 29 (Reuters) - Colombia's Finance Minister Mauricio Cardenas said on Monday the government would seek to raise at least 4.5 trillion pesos ($2.4 billion) from the sale of its stake in... 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. Merger Is Set To Create Worlds No. 1 Ad Company Together, Omnicom Group and the Publicis Groupe would become the worlds biggest advertising company, setting their sights on digital media. Seoul Offers Humanitarian Aid to North Korea South Korea said the aid shipments were not linked to political issues between the two Koreas, but the announcement was included in a statement that mentioned ending a dispute on an industrial complex. NY's political sex scandal It sounds like a plot line straight out of the TV show "Scandal" In the midst of an attempted comeback, a disgraced politician finds himself tarred by a fresh round of lurid revelations. Sports Briefing | Basketball Pacers Add Scola in Trade With Suns The Pacers bolstered their front-line depth with the acquisition of Luis Scola, a 6-foot-9 forward, from the rebuilding Suns. Marooned at the world's end Capt. Robert Bartlett was awakened by a sharp crack, like a gunshot. His ship was sinking. Meyer Strikes Somber Tone Over Players Troubles Ohio State Coach Urban Meyer, Aaron Hernandezs former coach at Florida, addressed criticism over his handling of players, many of whom have faced legal troubles. Verdict to be read on Tuesday for Bradley Manning WikiLeaks case (Reuters) - The verdict will be read on Tuesday at the court-martial of the soldier accused of the biggest leak of classified information in U.S. history, the judge said, with the biggest question whether he will be convicted of the most serious charge of aiding the enemy, carrying a life sentence. Tunisian opposition leader killed outside home Mohammed Al-brahimi, a member of the Tunisian parliament and opposition member, was found slain in his home Thursday, the Tunisian interior ministry told CNN Arabic. Hollywood gets African makeover What would The Matrix and other classic films look like if they'd been made in Africa? For males, monogamy can have evolutionary benefits NEW YORK, July 29 (Reuters) - Whenever a public figure cheats on his wife, pundits can be counted on to trot out the tired old claim that males are simply wired by evolution to be promiscuous. Well Diaries From I.C.U. Aid Mental Recovery Critical care units in several European countries have long been using diaries to help patients, and their families, recover after their ordeal. Dry area expands in western U.S. Corn Belt -Drought Monitor CHICAGO (Reuters) - Abnormally dry areas expanded in the U.S. western Corn Belt, including the top crop state of Iowa, over the past week to put much of the corn crop at risk, according to a weekly drought report. Recipes for Health Two Tomatillo Salsas A variety of summer produce provides the fillings and two tomatillo salsas complete the dishes. Two Ad Giants Chasing Google in Merger Deal The merger of Omnicom and Publicis signals that advertising is now firmly in the business of collecting and selling the personal information of millions of consumers. In cash-strapped Detroit, few question sports arena funding DETROIT (Reuters) - While Detroit has become a top emblem of U.S. urban economic decline with its recent bankruptcy filing, it remains a resilient and vibrant sports town. Ride on the new Formula One track CNN's Rob Marciano experiences the thrills of the new $400 million Circuit of the Americas in Austin, Texas. Israeli Troupe Has Hearts Wide Open Sharon Eyal, recently of the Batsheva Dance Company in Israel, and Gai Behar have formed a new company, L-E-V, which will have its American premiere this week. 'Shameful' treatment of HK refugees On the surface, Hong Kong transmits an image of prosperity, comfort and convenience. Two Swiss trains collide, 35 injured, driver feared dead GRANGES-PRES-MARNAND, Switzerland (Reuters) - Two trains collided head-on in Switzerland on Monday evening, injuring about 35 people, five seriously, police said. 'The Wolverine' claws its way at box office This weekend was always going to belong to The Wolverine. Wall St. declines as investors focus on Fed policy meeting NEW YORK (Reuters) - U.S. stocks fell on Monday, pulling back before this week's Federal Reserve meeting that could signal when the Fed is going to begin reducing its bond purchases aimed at helping the economic recovery. Tracing Germs Through the Aisles Overuse of antibiotics has caused growing resistance to drugs, and many scientists say their heavy use on farm animals is a major culprit. Quake hits northwest China Rescue teams are scrambling to reach the site of Monday morning's strong and shallow earthquake in northwestern China that has killed at least 89 people, according to state media. CCTV video shows Spain train crash July 25 - CCTV footage reveals exact moment a Spanish train derailed, killing at least 80 people and injuring over 130 others. Rough Cut (no reporter narration). Halliburton pleads guilty to destroying Gulf oil spill evidence (Reuters) - Halliburton Co has agreed to plead guilty to destroying evidence related to the 2010 Gulf of Mexico oil spill, and will pay the maximum possible statutory fine, the U.S. Department of Justice said on Thursday. 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. Living With Cancer A Quilt of Poetry Taking inspiration from a number of cancer poets, Susan Gubar pieced together a quilt of poetry to convey the feeling of chaos so common among people with cancer. Advertising Air Force Asks Students to Solve Real-World Problems People will be challenged to develop technologies for search-and-rescue operations, create software code for an unmanned aerial vehicle and to help start the newest GPS satellite. Well Ask Well Leg Cramp Relief Nighttime leg cramps are a common problem. A handful of remedies may provide relief. UPDATE 2-For Herbalife, investor feud turns into strong results July 29(Reuters) - Nutritional products giant Herbalife said its better than-expected earnings and rosy 2013 outlook were driven by a fast-growing global distributor network and strong demand for its...

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