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News Feed Latest worldwide news 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 China to recall affected products. Even at $700, Apple is not a bubble Felix TV It took 15,000 data points to answer a question millions of investors are asking Is Apple stock overvalued? With the help of friends at Datastream, Reuters blogger Felix Salmon presents a unique visual analysis showing that even at $700 a share, Apple is not overvalued as Microsoft was before its bubble burst. (September 19, 2012) Fisher Communications shareholders want more from Sinclair to sell (Reuters) - Three minority shareholders of Fisher Communications Inc said a $373 million takeover bid by Sinclair Broadcast Group Inc undervalues the TV broadcaster and are looking to activist... Theater Review Murmurs Brings Slapstick to the Lincoln Center Festival Murmurs, a mime/circus show by Victoria Thierre Chaplin, explores illusions with a strange set and surreal scenes. Honduras Dengue state of emergency The Honduran government has declared a state of emergency after an increase in dengue cases that have killed 16 people this year. Malls kill off HK's street food stalls Decades of urban transformation have decimated Hong Kong's throngs of dai pai dong, supplanting them with glitzy malls and big name eateries. Sketch Guy Squeezing the Most Out of 401(k)s, for Now There are clearly some issues with the current retirement system and while we need to think of a better one, there are ways to make the most of it. Corner Office To MasterCardx2019;s Retiring Chief, the X Factor is Presence Robert W. Selander, who is retiring this week as chief executive of MasterCard, says it is important for leaders to relate to stakeholders at different levels of their companies. Prototype The Hipster Brewmeister of ... Beirut How a former investment banker and airline executive started 961 Beer, a rare Middle East microbrewery. 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? Economic View Owning a Home Isnt Always a Virtue An economist questions whether its wise for government to encourage homeownership over renting. From Boston hero to goat, billionaire John Henry takes on Globe challenge BOSTON, Aug 3 (Reuters) - As recently as five years ago, billionaire John Henry, could do no wrong in Boston, but since then the image of the man who agreed to buy the Boston Globe on Saturday has... Far-Flung Students Back to school? Students submitted photographs of themselves and where they come from. 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. Mugabe Keeps Grip Before Vote, but the Opposition Grows Bolder President Robert Mugabe of Zimbabwe does not appear ready to give up power, but says that he would go if he loses Wednesdays election. Are you fit enough to be a jockey? Being a jockey is a demanding job. Alex Thomas finds out just how tough it is at the British Racing School in Newmarket. Religious Order Files Reveal Decades of LA Abuse In therapy sessions, the priest confessed the shocking details he'd kept hidden for years He had molested more than 100 boys, including his 5-year-old brother. He had sex with male prostitutes, and frequented gay strip clubs. For Medical Tourists, Simple Math In need of a hip transplant, and unable to find an affordable solution in the United States, Michael Shopenn turned to a private hospital in Belgium. Iran Assails House Sanctions Bill, Saying It Will Complicate Nuclear Dispute Irans Foreign Ministry said the legislation passed by the House of Representatives on Wednesday would complicate efforts to settle the nuclear standoff diplomatically. The Pour Calming Words From a Vineyards Unlikely New Owner With Charles Banks taking over, fans of Mayacamas Vineyards are feeling anxious. In Performance Avenue Q Sala Iwamatsu and the puppeteer Veronica J. Kuehn sing The More You Ruv Someone from the racy, stereotype-tweaking musical, which celebrates its 10-year run on July 31. Justices Rule California Must Free Some Inmates The decision was the latest in a long string of federal rulings ordering the state to ease overcrowding in its prisons. Recipes for Health Tomatillo, Tomato and Avocado Gazpacho Avocados contribute a creamy texture to this spicy gazpacho. Fox Signals How Glee Will Handle Monteith Death The network plans to address the death of Cory Monteith, one of its star actors, from a drug overdose, in the third episode this season. Is this Asia's artiest town? Modern art pops up in unexpected corners in Busan's Gamcheon Village. The Learning Network Blog 6 Qs About the News | Russia Grants Snowden Asylum for One Year Why has Russian granted one-year asylum to Edward J. Snowden? What does this asylum allow him to do? Although Revenue Rises, Subscribers Drop DirecTV and Time Warner Cable Recent earnings reports from the television distributors have contributed to the growing speculation among industry analysts about the declining number of cable subscribers. Obama administration overturns ban on some iPad, iPhones WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The Obama administration has overturned a U.S. trade panel's ban on the sale of some older iPhones and iPads, reversing a ruling that had favored Samsung Electronics Co Ltd over Apple Inc in their long-running patent battles. For Medical Tourists, Simple Math In need of a hip transplant, and unable to find an affordable solution in the United States, Michael Shopenn turned to a private hospital in Belgium. Theater Listings for July 26-Aug. 1 A guide to theater productions in New York, with a special note of shows in previews or about to open. ArtsBeat Bronx Bombers, a Yankees Play, Comes to Primary Stages The company will mount Eric Simonsons play that features Derek Jeter, Yogi Berra and other Yankees stars as characters. Why the brand Mandela sells Nelson Mandela's name is being used to sell everything from wine to clothing -- but is it harming his image, and his legacy? Dot Earth Blog Another View on Gas Drilling in the Context of Climate Change Cornell researchers come to different conclusions about the climate impact of fracking. N.F.L. Roundup Eagles Receiver Cooper Apologizes for Using Racial Slur at Concert Riley Cooper was fined by his team after a video surfaced in which he used a racial slur at a Kenny Chesney concert, and the N.F.L. issued a statement reprimanding him. Samantha Power confirmed as U.S. ambassador to United Nations The U.S. Senate on Thursday confirmed Samantha Power as the next ambassador to the United Nations. ArtsBeat In Search of Her Romeo, This Juliet Gains a Friar Laurence Finn Wittrock has dropped out of the Classic Stage Companys Romeo and Juliet, and William Hurt has signed on as Friar Laurence. Cricket Aussie PM lambasts umpires Passions run high at the coalface of an Ashes series and the heat clearly affects those at the pinnacle of Australian politics too. The Learning Network Blog 6 Qs About the News | Bradley Manning Found Not Guilty of Aiding the Enemy What verdict did a military judge hand down in the trial of Pfc. Bradley Manning? Sports of The Times No Mincing of Words for a Coaching Titan Bill Parcells, who will be inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame on Saturday, had a no-nonsense approach when it came to motivating players. UPDATE 1-Brazil liquidates small bank linked to corruption case BRASILIA, Aug 2 (Reuters) - Brazil's central bank on Friday declared the liquidation of Banco Rural SA due to its poor financial situation and lack of viable plan to rescue the institution.

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