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News Feed Latest worldwide news Well Scientists Seek to Rein In Diagnoses of Cancer Some of the top scientists in cancer research are recommending sweeping changes in the approach to detection and treatment, including eliminating the word cancer entirely from some common diagnoses. Wearable computer gives visually impaired a way to read July 29 - A new device called OrCam could be life changing for the visually impaired. The tiny wearable computer uses audio feedback to relay visual information that they can not see, enabling them to take on new tasks they were unable to perform alone before. Sharon Reich has more. Obama Offers to Cut Corporate Tax Rate as Part of Jobs Deal The president would agree to a reduced rate of 28 percent, down from 35 percent, in return for a commitment from Republicans to invest in middle-class jobs. Prisoners freed in Pakistani jail break July 30 - Taliban militants attack prison in Pakistan. Julie Noce reports. GMO companies launch website to fight anti-biotech movement (Reuters) - A group of biotech seed companies on Monday launched an online forum to combat mounting opposition to genetically modified foods among consumer groups and activists. Can horn sales save the rhino? South Africa wants to sell some of its $1 billion of stockpiled rhino horns. But will it end poaching, or just encourage the slaughter? TABLE-Foreign brokers set to buy Japanese stocks TOKYO, July 31 (Reuters) - Following are orders for Japanese stocks placed through six foreign securities houses before the start of trade on Wednesday. Japanese Stocks BUY 16.8 million shares SELL... Babcock to Coach Canada's Men's Ice Hockey Team in Sochi Mike Babcock will return as head coach of the defending champion Canadian men's ice hockey team at next year's Sochi Olympics, Hockey Canada said on Monday. Editor's Choice Our best photos from the last 24 hours. Editor's Choice Our best photos from the past 24 hours. Flooding from Vegas to Philly Severely soggy weather soaked the East Coast to the West over the weekend, stranding travelers, washing out roads and claiming two lives. Watch CNN FC episode 16 Champions League veterans Owen Hargreaves and David Ginola discuss the game between Bayern Munich and Borussia Dortmund. House Vote on Sanctions for Iran Could Stop Oil Exports Legislation to impose the sanctions, if enacted into law and enforced, could coerce Irans customers to find other oil suppliers. Motherlode Blog Secondary Infertility I Have One Child. Why Cant I Get Pregnant Again? My husband and I planned to have more than one child. Sometimes I wish we hadnt been so confident. At least we chose the single stroller. Glassboro, N.J., Gambles on a University Partnership The struggling borough has tied its fortunes to Rowan University and a $300 million downtown revitalization. NEWSMAKER Carney on IMF, inflation how he got his new job Incoming Bank of England governor Mark Carney explains where he differs with the IMF on austerity, central bank inflation targeting and how he was made Bank of England chief even though he's Canadian. GLOBAL MARKETS-U.S. dollar off lows, shares rally as central banks meet * Dollar index gains, moves away from five-week low * U.S. stock indexes open higher though agricultural shares weigh * Aussie dollar skids after RBA chief hints at rate cut * Chinese central bank... Wal-Mart, Google, others back U.S. bill to fight 'patent trolls' WASHINGTON, July 30 (Reuters) - Dozens of major U.S. companies, including Morgan Stanley, Google, Wal-Mart and Dell, on Tuesday urged lawmakers to pass bills that they said would protect new products against "extortive demands" on patents. 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. Wealth Matters That Bland Annuity Notice May Be Anything but Routine Insurance companies that sold annuities before the downturn are sending letters to clients lowering the generous pre-crisis benefits. UPDATE 4-Community Health faces investor fight in $3.9 bln HMA deal * Health Management says gets new subpoenas about ER units 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. But what does the doctor do when the patient discriminates? Panda cub celebrates first birthday July 30 - It's a big cake for a little panda as the San Diego Zoo celebrates Xiao Liwus first birthday cub. Tara Cleary reports. 3D Systems profit miss, slowing margin growth weigh on shares (Reuters) - 3D Systems Corp's quarterly profit miss and concerns over slowing growth in its gross margin pushed shares of the 3D printer maker down 11 percent in early trading. TBR Inside the List Keith Richardsx2019;s autobiography, x201C;Life,x201D; hits the hardcover nonfiction list at No. 1, unsurprisingly. Blasts rock Florida propane facility Seven people are hospitalized after explosions rip through a propane tank refilling plant in central Florida, says sheriff's office. Notable diamond heists It was just like a scene from the Alfred Hitchcock crime caper "To Catch a Thief." The same hotel. The sparkly jewels. The robbery. Is the Acer W510 Windows 8 tablet better than Windows RT? Can a Windows 8 tablet running on Intel's Atom be a good middle ground between Windows RT and more expensive devices? Take a look at Acer's W510 great battery life and full Windows 8. Superman flies in southern California July 3 - A start-up company in California creates life-sized remote controlled superheroes that soar through the air. Elly Park reports. You're the Boss Blog Deciding Whether It Is Time to Revamp a Web Site Among other issues, an owner wonders how much pricing information to disclose. And how much to worry about mobile? Output Falls in Japan, but Labor Market Expands The first decrease in industrial production in five months largely reflected efforts by manufacturers to avoid a buildup of inventory, and they forecast a brisk pickup in July. Sports Briefing | Soccer New Soccer Stadium Set for Washington D.C. United and city officials signed an agreement for a new $300 million stadium. The city and the team would split the cost of the stadium, tentatively scheduled to open in 2016. Theater Review In the Musical Murder for Two, One Man Is Many Suspects Murder for Two, a new two-performer musical produced by Second Stage Theaters Uptown series, uses its actor-doubling to daffy effects. Cambodia Government Rejects Opposition Call for Poll Inquiry Cambodias government rejected calls by the newly energized opposition for an international inquiry into allegations it used massive fraud to win re-election. Football Masters at Jets Coordinators Fingertips Marty Mornhinweg is bringing the Jets not only the West Coast offense, but also his experience with the offenses pioneers. A Race to Save the Orange by Altering Its DNA Growers turned to genetics in hopes of building a tougher orange tree. But would the public accept genetically modified food? Former Citibank employee sentenced for Salomon Brothers theft NEW YORK, July 30 (Reuters) - A former Citigroup Inc employee was sentenced to more than four years in prison for stealing $1.3 million from a 98-year-old former managing partner at investment bank Salomon Brothers. League Unveils 2013-14 Schedule With New Alignment Six outdoor games and a new conference and division alignment highlight the 2013-14 regular season schedule released by the National Hockey League (NHL) on Friday. The top films at the North American box office July 7 - Following are the top 10 movies at North American box offices for the three days starting July 5, led by 'Despicable Me 2,' according to studio estimates compiled by Reuters. 1 (*) Despicable Me 2........................$ 82.5 million 2 (*) The Lone Ranger........................$ 29.4 million 3 (2) The Heat...............................$ 25.0 million 4 (1) Monsters University................... $ 19.6 million 5 (3) World War Z............................$ DealBook Tourres Defense Rests Without Calling a Witness Lawyers for Fabrice Tourre, the former Goldman Sachs trader accused of defrauding investors, began their case at about 1147 a.m. One minute later, they rested without calling any witnesses.

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