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Blasts in the Night, a Smell, and a Flood of Syrian Victims
The attack has brought widespread condemnation on President Bashar al-Assads government, and it is shaping up as an inflection point for a war that has been grinding on for more than two years.


Roundup Orioles Overpower Athletics as Wild-Card Race Tightens
The Orioles took two of three from Oakland to move within two games of the As in the race for the second American League wild-card slot.


Yosemite wildfire grows, fueling dangerous winds
(Reuters) - A colossal wildfire raging on the edge of Yosemite National Park has produced dangerous weather patterns by fueling thunderous pyrocumulus clouds that can alter the wind direction rapidly, potentially trapping firefighters, forest officials said on Sunday.


Theater Review Still Jewish After All These Years Stars Avi Hoffman
In Still Jewish After All These Years, at Stage 72, Avi Hoffman offers songs and life lessons from decades in the Yiddish theater.


In Transit Blog A Scottish Resort Has a Beef List
At the Gleneagles resort in Scotland, diners can choose among cattle breeds for their steaks.


Pentagon Sees Syrian Military, Not Chemical Sites, as Target
The attacks would be designed to deter and degrade the ability of the regime of President Bashar al-Assad to launch chemical weapons.


How to buy things with your face
PayPal wants users at restaurants and stores to use the mobile app that now includes your photo. Jim Boulden reports.


WRAPUP 2-Scotiabank, BMO domestic strength offsets international weakness
* Domestic loan growth helps BMO, Scotiabank top estimates


Set Back by Recession, and Shut Out of Rebound
A lower unemployment rate for older workers masks troubling trends of reduced pay and longer job searches.


Muriel Siebert, a Determined Trailblazer for Women on Wall Street, Dies at 84
Ms. Siebert, who cultivated the same brash attitude as Wall Streets most successful men, donated millions of dollars to help other women get started in finance, and fought the old-boy network all her life.


Op-Ed Contributor Israel Should Not Take Action on Syria
Any outcome in Syria could be extremely dangerous for Israels security.


The Wimbledon greats
Open Court sifts through the archive to bring you some of its favorite interviews.


Holding governments to account
With hundreds of millions of Africans owning mobile phones, citizens are becoming increasingly well connected. This is providing a powerful opportunity for citizens to access critical information about their parliaments and to report on human rights violations, corruption and poor service delivery.


Four thousand run from the bulls in Virginia event
PETERSBURG, Virginia (Reuters) - About 4,000 people - dressed in everything from thongs to superhero costumes - dodged 1,000-pound bulls as they sprinted down a quarter-mile dirt track on Saturday in...


The Caucus A General Gets Down in the Hamptons
A fund-raiser in East Hampton mixes politics, celebrity and a dancing Colin Powell.


World's best fireworks displays
From Bastille Day and 4th July to Chinese New Year and Disney Land, your shots of the world's greatest fireworks.


New York seeks to halt 'stop-and-frisk' reforms while it appeals court ruling
NEW YORK (Reuters) - New York City asked a federal judge on Tuesday to freeze the implementation of police reforms she ordered while it appeals her decision striking down the department's controversial "stop-and-frisk" policy backed by Mayor Michael Bloomberg.


Reports Apple will offer trade-ins for new iPhone
For the first time Apple stores will soon let iPhone owners trade in their old phones for credit toward a new one, according to multiple reports.


Raikkonen 'wants Lotus stay'
Kimi Raikkonen wants to stay with Lotus, the Formula One team's boss said amid claims the former world champion is targeting a return to Ferrari.


Bits Blog How Surveillance Changes Behavior A Restaurant Workers Case Study
A new study of employee monitoring software in restaurants suggests that when employees know theyre being watched, it can significantly alter behavior and increase sales.


Billabong shares plunge 15 percent after annual loss triples
SYDNEY (Reuters) - Shares in struggling Australian surfwear company Billabong International Ltd plunged 15 percent on Tuesday morning after its annual loss more than tripled and sales of its surf and...


Blackhawks Coach Quenneville Gets 3-Year Extension
Stan Bowman wanted to keep Joel Quenneville in Chicago, and the coach had no desire to leave.


Trying to Inspire a New Generation
The anniversary of the 1963 March on Washington is less a commemoration, organizers say, than an effort to inject fresh energy into issues of economics and justice that still leave racial gaps.


UPDATE 2-U.S. asks for March trial in airline merger challenge
WASHINGTON, Aug 27 (Reuters) - The U.S. Justice Department asked a federal court on Tuesday to set a March 3 trial date to hear arguments over whether it should stop a planned merger between US Airways and American Airlines.


Prime Lot, Empty for Years (Yes, This Is Manhattan)
The dormancy of a 6.4-acre parcel in Midtown Manhattan overlooking the East River is an enigmatic and confusing tale of ambition, infighting, personality conflicts and bad timing.


U.S. looks to turn the screw in Swiss banks talks
By Martin de Sa'Pinto, Katharina Bart and Patrick Temple-West


American Abroad Fast Start for Altidore in Sunderland Loss
The American striker Jozy Altidore had a strong game in his debut for Sunderland of the Premier League on Saturday.


Serena I apologized to Maria
Serena Williams refuses to get drawn into a pre-Wimbledon war of words with Maria Sharapova Sunday -- claiming she has apologized to her Russian rival for comments made about her personal life.


Gilbert Taylor, Celebrated Cinematographer, Dies at 99
Mr. Taylor brought a cinma vrit sensibility to black-and-white pictures like Dr. Strangelove, and also masterminded the bright, clean shots for Star Wars.


City Room Why Walk 30 Feet When You Can Text?
Metropolitan Diary A motorcycle driver grew exasperated when a younger woman, not understanding him, told him to text her.


Momentum Builds for Military Strike in Syria
The American defense secretary expressed readiness for any options as the Arab League joined those accusing Syrias government of using chemical arms.


The toughest shot in golf?
Living Golf takes a a look at the iconic 17th hole with its island green.


Five for the Heisman
A look at the top contenders to win the Heisman Trophy.


Foreign Couple in China Face Charges over Business Practices
The American woman and British man are accused of illegally gathering personal information as part of their business of advising foreign companies in China.


Tesla hails top safety rating for Model S
Aug. 21 - Electric car company Tesla says its Model S sedan has won a five-star safety rating in every category tested by safety regulators, a distinction awarded to just one percent of all vehicles tested in the United States. Ben Gruber reports.


Teenager defies the odds
17-year old Charley Hull will be the youngest player in Solheim Cup history after receiving a wildcard pick.


Afghan Taliban kill 12 'government' workers
HERAT, Afghanistan (Reuters) - The Afghan Taliban executed 12 Afghan workers in two provinces after accusing them of working for the government, officials said on Tuesday, the latest in a series of brutal attacks on civilians this year.


Miley stuns awards show
Miley Cyrus steals Lady Gaga's outrageous performance crown, drawing shocked reactions from celebrity onlookers.


Boston mayor reaches deal for Caesars casino at horse racetrack
BOSTON, Aug 27 (Reuters) - Boston Mayor Thomas Menino reached a proposed deal with developers on Tuesday to build a $1 billion Caesars casino in the city's East Boston section that he said would generate at least $32 million in annual revenue for the city and create thousands of jobs.


Currents | Goods Play Misty for Me
Casamista, a portable humidifier, is made of molded satin-textured plastic, has a purifying filter and will fit on top of any water bottle or glass.


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