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News Feed Latest worldwide news U.S. security agencies say Android mobile main target for malware SAN FRANCISCO (Reuters) - Google Inc's Android, the dominant mobile operating system, is by far the primary target for malware attacks, mostly because many users are still using older versions of the software, according to a study by the Department of Homeland Security and the Federal Bureau of Investigation. A Top Executive at Renault Resigns Carlos Tavares, the French automakers operating chief and a possible successor to Carlos Ghosn, stepped down amid speculation he might head for Detroit. Parasite study reveals nocturnal secrets of snails Aug. 23 - Research into how snails spread a parasite fatal to dogs has revealed that the gastropods can explore the length of an average British garden in a single night - reaching a top speed of one metre per hour. The revelations came after scientists fitted a sample group of snails with LEDs and filmed them with high-speed cameras. Matthew Stock has more. InsightSyria crisis tests U.S. defense chief wary of war BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN, Brunei (Reuters) - Since U.S. Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel left for Southeast Asia last week, he has been wrestling with a dilemma at the heart of Washington's policy on Syria and Hagel's own guiding philosophy - when and how to go to war. Country singer Bryan keeps top spot on Billboard album chart LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - Country singer Luke Bryan topped the Billboard 200 album chart on Wednesday for the second consecutive week, denying singer-songwriter John Mayer's latest album the No. 1 spot in its first week. Meet Andy Murray's Mum Tennis parents don't always have the best of reputations. Think Damir Dokic, John Tomic and Jim Pierce. However, Andy Murray's Mum is a very different breed. Movie Review Brian De Palmas Passion Stars Rachel McAdams Rachel McAdams and Noomi Rapace negotiate a dangerous office environment in Brian De Palmas Passion. Well Indoor Tanning Remains Popular, Despite Risks Despite warnings about skin cancer, a study indicated that 30 percent of white female high school students had used a tanning bed in the previous year. 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. Britain sends six RAF jets to Cyprus in defensive role LONDON (Reuters) - Britain is sending six RAF Typhoon jets to Cyprus as a defensive measure amid growing tensions over Syria and talks of Western military intervention. UPDATE 2-Trendy apparel positions Express for strong 3rd-qtr * Sees 3rd-qtr same-store sales up mid-single digit pct range Off the Menu Slow-Smoked Texas Barbecue at Morgans, and More Restaurant Openings A pitmaster who worked at the Franklin Barbecue in Austin will serve up brisket, turkey, sausage and more in Prospect Heights. The Learning Network Blog Student Crossword | The Great Depression Learn more about the Great Depression by playing our crossword, either online or in print. Site Insight A Web Site Tries to Convince Mattress Shoppers to Buy Online Does this site have the right approach? And what do you think of responsive design? Ferrer Cruises Into Third Round at U.S. Open David Ferrer sailed into the third round of the U.S. Open on Thursday with a 6-3 6-7(5) 6-1 6-2 win over his fellow Spaniard Roberto Bautista Agut. U.N. five permanent members to meet on Syria Thursday UNITED NATIONS (Reuters) - The five permanent U.N. Security Council members will meet again on Thursday to discuss an alleged chemical weapons attack in Syria last week as Western powers consider possible military action against the Syrian government, U.N. diplomats said. What's killing all those dolphins? NOAA thinks it's a virus The primary cause for hundreds of recent dolphin deaths along the East Coast is likely a virus, and there's no way to stop its spread right now, federal officials say. U.N. Inspectors Delay Second Visit to Sites in Syria As international diplomacy intensified, the inspectors said they had not been been given confirmation of access to the site of a suspected chemical attack. Stacy Lewis Returns at Safeway Classic Stacy Lewis is back. Inbee Park is out. California wildfire heads deeper into Yosemite, entry road closed SAN FRANCISCO (Reuters) - Yosemite National Park, faced with the spread of a massive California wildfire, closed a second key route into the park on Wednesday that could keep some visitors from reaching one of the nation's top outdoor destinations over the Labor Day weekend. Pop Rock Listings for Aug. 30-Sept. 5 A selected guide to performances of electronic dance music, pop, alt-rock, hip-hop and music festivals in the New York area. TBR Inside the List Keith Richardsx2019;s autobiography, x201C;Life,x201D; hits the hardcover nonfiction list at No. 1, unsurprisingly. U.S. Says It Wont Sue to Undo State Marijuana Laws The Obama administration said it would monitor operations in 20 states to make sure they do not run afoul of several enforcement priorities. Officer Is Indicted on Charges of Lying About Photographers Arrest The officer, Michael Ackermann, claimed that Robert Stolariks camera flash interfered with a girls arrest last year, but evidence later emerged that no flash had been used. Midwest, Plains states swelter A heatwave in parts of the Plains states and Midwest kept temperatures Monday as high as 20 degrees above normal, and it's likely to last until the end of the week. How to lift a capsized ship It's been 19 months since the Costa Concordia, one of the largest cruise liners ever built, ran aground off the west coast of Italy, killing 32 passengers and capsizing after granite rock tore a 50-meter hole in the ship's hull. Ask Well Is It Better to Bike or Run? The Phys Ed columnist Gretchen Reynolds answers readers questions on fitness. Petition Recall San Diego mayor Armed with clipboards and pens, volunteers hit the streets of San Diego over the weekend to collect signatures they hope will lead to the recall of embattled Mayor Bob Filner. U.S. Asks Iran to Free 3 Americans The United States on Wednesday repeated its call for Tehran to help three Americans Robert Levinson, Amir Hekmati and Saeed Abedini return to their families after lengthy detentions in Iran. Monaco's F1 transformation The most famous race in Formula One -- the Monaco Grand Prix -- brings a change of pace to Monaco's Mediterranean idyll. What We Eat Building a Better Mass-Market Tomato Plant geneticists say a project to develop tastier mass-produced tomatoes is just one step in pushing Americans toward more healthy eating. Corner Office The Limitedx2019;s Chief Re-Recruit Your Team Every Day Linda Heasley of The Limited says she should always be able to show her workers why they should work for her and her company. Drought spreads in U.S. Midwest, Iowa suffering Drought Monitor (Reuters) - Abnormally dry conditions and pockets of moderate drought have spread over parts of the U.S. Midwest in the past week, including in the key crop state of Iowa, according to a report issued on Thursday. The Caucus 10 Questions for Jacob Lew The Treasury secretary spoke to John Harwood about extending government funding past Sept. 30, dealing with the so-called budget sequester and raising the federal debt limit. Endo Health to buy private generic drugs firm for $225 million (Reuters) - Specialty pharmaceutical company Endo Health Solutions Inc said it would buy privately-held Boca Pharmacal for $225 million to boost its generics business, as two of its biggest drugs are set to lose patent protection. Remote Control At Louisville, Athletic Boom Is Rooted in ESPN Partnership Louisvilles willingness to play football games on Tuesday nights, at ESPNs urging, began a turnaround that led to huge rewards for the university and the network. Public private partners come to potoroo rescue Aug. 25 - Australia's threatened long-nosed potoroo may be making a comeback in southeast Queensland thanks to a collaboration between government and private land-owners. The shy marsupial has been the victim of habitat destruction through land clearing but efforts by farmers are producing signs of recovery. Tara Cleary reports. Yellen a better Fed chief for workers labor leader WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Labor unions would prefer to see Federal Reserve Vice Chairwoman Janet Yellen as the head of the U.S. central bank over former White House economic adviser Lawrence Summers, a... More outrage over Syrian amateur video (WARNING GRAPHIC CONTENT) Aug. 22 - International reaction continues over graphic video from Syria appearing to show civilians being attacked by chemical weapons. Julie Noce reports. The transfer window explained The sun is shining, barbecues are out, beaches are packed and the commute to work is slightly less crowded than normal. It can mean only one thing football's summer transfer window is upon us. Most managers hate it, fans are powerless to resist hourly updates on it; sports journalists worldwide are consumed by it. With a further month of fevered speculation, rumor, counter-rumor and downright subterfuge to come before it closes, CNN tries to work out what it all means.

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