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News Feed Latest worldwide news U.S. intestinal bug traced to salad greens from Mexican company Aug 2 (Reuters) - U.S. health authorities have traced at least one source of an intestinal bug that has sickened more than 400 people in 17 states to salad greens supplied to restaurants by a company in Mexico. Mexico, beyond stereotypes Ariel Moutsatsos takes issue with a recent Ruben Narrarette CNN column that he says makes sweeping and misinformed generalizations about Mexico. States, Texas bank file appeal in Dodd-Frank law challenge WASHINGTON (Reuters) - A group including a Texas bank and 11 state attorneys general that seeks to overturn parts of the Dodd-Frank financial law announced on Friday that it would appeal a U.S. judge's decision to dismiss the challenge. Isner Blasts 29 Aces to Stop Tursunov and Reach DC Final American John Isner moved closer to his second title in as many weeks by blasting 29 aces to defeat Dmitry Tursunov of Russia 6-7 (7) 6-3 6-4 on Saturday to reach the final of the $1.3 million Citi Open. Babies who share the royal birthday get silver pennies July 23 - The Royal Mint adorns families of babies born on the same day as the new royal prince with commemorative silver one penny pieces. Elly Park reports. ArtsBeat Reeve Carney Hangs Up His Spider-Man Tights Mr. Carneys last performance in Spider-Man Turn Off the Dark will be on Sept. 15. As tallying goes on, top Florida Democrat cheers Obama's win MIAMI (Reuters) - The chairman of Florida's Democratic Party congratulated President Barack Obama on Thursday on winning the battleground state on Tuesday, while blasting the state's Republican governor for his handling of the election. UPDATE 2-Iran gets new president, vows "constructive" foreign relations DUBAI, Aug 3 (Reuters) - Hassan Rouhani took office as Iran's president on Saturday promising "constructive interaction with the world" after eight years under Mahmoud Ahmadinejad marked by diplomatic confrontation and damaging sanctions. World's first test-tube burger It cost more than $380,000 to develop -- and doesn't come with French fries on the side. Mark Wiebe Leads 3M Championship Mark Wiebe followed his Senior British Open playoff win with an eight-under-par 64 in the 3M Championship in Blaine, Minn. Wedding turns funeral Authorites want to know how a power boat carrying bride-to-be Lindsey Stewart and her fiance's best man slammed into a construction barge north of Manhattan, throwing them from the boat. Zimbabwe election The African Union on Friday applauded Zimbabwe for holding peaceful elections, and made no mention of rigging accusations by the main opposition candidate. Global Soccer Soccer, Faith and Technology A Tunisian soccer club and one from Brazil have recently used technology in unique ways, one to help its team to victory and the other to aid in public health. Asia demand drives up art sales with China, India targeted LONDON (Reuters) - Increasing demand from Asian buyers boosted sales at major international auction houses Christie's and Sotheby's in the first half of 2013 with expectations of growing participation by Chinese and Indian collectors in the global art marketplace. Snowden out of airport, still in Moscow After living in a Moscow airport since June, Edward Snowden began his temporary asylum by staying with Americans whom he met online, his attorney said. Japanese utility, and the public, in dark about crippled nuclear plant TOKYO (Reuters) - Two and a half years after the worst nuclear disaster since Chernobyl, the operator of Japan's wrecked Fukushima plant faces a daunting array of unknowns. Fashion designer launches an innovative store A new designer pop-up store drives into London's Covent Garden and raises eyebrows. Rollo Ross reports. Nike ends contract with Brewers' Ryan Braun The shoe company Nike has terminated its contract with Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Ryan Braun, suspended without pay recently for violating Major League Baseball's drug policy, the company told CNN on Friday. Exclusive BlueCrest's BlueTrend hedge fund slumps 16.9 percent LONDON (Reuters) - BlueCrest Capital Management's BlueTrend fund, one of the world's biggest computer-driven hedge funds, has suffered one of its worst ever peak-to-trough losses over the past six... Japanese utility, and the public, in dark about crippled nuclear plant TOKYO (Reuters) - Two and a half years after the worst nuclear disaster since Chernobyl, the operator of Japan's wrecked Fukushima plant faces a daunting array of unknowns. Recipes for Health Tomatillo, Tomato and Avocado Gazpacho Avocados contribute a creamy texture to this spicy gazpacho. Bits Blog Obama Administration Overturns Ban on Apple Products The Obama administration has vetoed a product ban that would have forced Apple to stop selling some iPhones and iPads in the United States. NASA pushing to keep 'space taxi' competition going CAPE CANAVERAL, Florida (Reuters) - NASA is pressing ahead with a program to fly its astronauts on commercial spaceships despite budget uncertainties that threaten to undermine a heated competition for its business. Real Estate Q A This weeks subjects include a rent-stabilized tenant being urged to buy; a proposal by co-op shareholders to renovate outdoor space; and a lawsuit over building flaws. Well Anemia Tied to Dementia Risk A large study finds further evidence that anemia a common condition in the elderly increases the risk for dementia. Earnings at Shell and Exxon Fall Sharply in 2nd Quarter Shell said problems in Nigeria and North America weakened its second-quarter results, and Exxon was hurt by lower margins and reduced volumes at its refineries. Senate Panel Presses N.S.A. on Phone Logs Senators of both parties challenged the collection of records of domestic phone calls, as the latest leak provided new details on the way the agency monitors Web browsing around the world. Ledecky sets world best to win 800 freestyle BARCELONA (Reuters) - American teenager Katie Ledecky set a world record to win the women's 800 meters freestyle gold medal at the world championships on Saturday and complete a rare treble of distance titles. South Africa's Le Clos wins 100 meters butterfly gold BARCELONA (Reuters) - Chad le Clos of South Africa won gold in the men's 100 meters butterfly at the world championships in Barcelona on Saturday to add to his 200 triumph earlier in the week. Dempsey Set to Leave England and Move to M.L.S. Clint Dempsey, who played for the New England Revolution from 2004 to 2006, is ending his six-year spell in English soccer. Reports had him linked to the Seattle Sounders. TV film 'Sharknado' inches to cult status with midnight showings LOS ANGELES, Aug 2 (Reuters) - Three weeks after its premiere, "Sharknado" is still raining down great whites and hammerheads for the U.S. cable television network Syfy - and even splashing them... Man Utd signs new sponsor Manchester United may face a new challenge on the field next season without Alex Ferguson but the English Premier League giant appears to have no domestic equals commercially with its ever expanding list of global sponsors. UPDATE 3-NZ's Fonterra finds botulism bacteria in dairy ingredient WELLINGTON, Aug 3 (Reuters) - New Zealand's Fonterra , the world's largest dairy exporter, said on Saturday it had found bacteria which can cause botulism in some of its dairy products, prompting... Comedian Ellen DeGeneres picked to host 2014 Oscars LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - Comedian Ellen DeGeneres will make her second appearance as an Academy Awards host next year, organizers said on Friday, in a move widely seen as a less provocative choice for Hollywood's highest honors after a ribald performance by Seth MacFarlane. Baby giveaways on Pakistani TV Aug. 3 - Controversial television show in Pakistan gives away abandoned babies to childless couples. Julie Noce reports. Pacira Pharma pain drug fails late-stage trial (Reuters) - Pacira Pharmaceuticals Inc said its lead drug did not meet the main goal in a late-stage trial of reducing pain for patients undergoing a surgical procedure called posterolateral thoracotomy. Meilutyte sets world record in 50 meters breaststroke BARCELONA (Reuters) - Lithuanian teenager Ruta Meilutyte claimed her second world record of the week when she beat Russian Yuliya Efimova's previous best in the women's 50 meters breaststroke at the world championships on Saturday. Glassboro, N.J., Gambles on a University Partnership The struggling borough has tied its fortunes to Rowan University and a $300 million downtown revitalization. Recipes for Health Tacos With Salmon or Arctic Char, Greens and Tomatillo Salsa This tangy fish filling tastes good hot or cold. Business Briefing | Regulatory News W.T.O. Backs U.S. Appeal on Chicken Tariffs in China The World Trade Organization ruled in favor of the United States in a longstanding dispute over allegations that China unfairly imposed tariffs that restricted American poultry exports.

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