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News Feed Latest worldwide news Economic View Owning a Home Isnt Always a Virtue An economist questions whether its wise for government to encourage homeownership over renting. FARC commander killed by Colombian army Aug 3 - A commander of the FARC rebel group is killed in clashes with the Colombian military, whilst peace talks continue in Cuba. Lily Grimes reports. Japan launches rocket with supplies headed for ISS Aug. 3 - Kounotori H-II transfer vehicle blasts off for the International Space Station from Tanegashima, Japan. Tunisia Faces More Anger After an Ambush Kills Soldiers At least eight soldiers were killed on the countrys northwestern border, an attack that comes amid large protests against the Islamist-led government. Apps That Know What You Want, Before You Do Technology companies are rushing into predictive search, developing apps like Google Now that process digital clues to anticipate what users want to know. FEATURE-Small manufacturers bet on Detroit brand despite bankruptcy DETROIT, Aug 2 (Reuters) - For nearly six decades Detroit's story has been one of relentless erosion of its once mighty manufacturing base, but even as the Motor City faces a long bankruptcy a clutch... Granderson in Lineup, but Rodriguez Is Focus Curtis Granderson returned to the Yankees lineup after a lengthy absence because of a broken pinkie, but his arrival was equally important for the insight he could provide on Alex Rodriguez. Belles toll Women's game in uproar The English Football Association is facing a backlash from fans of women's football after being accused of throwing the future of one of the country's most loved clubs into jeopardy. Clouds Spread to Democratic Side of Virginia Governors Race A cloud of scandal has spread from the Republican incumbent Bob McDonnell to his would-be successor. Now a potential scandal threatens to distract the Democratic candidates campaign. UPDATE 1-U.S. says states' lawsuits vs SP belong in state courts Aug 2 (Reuters) - The U.S. government, which is pursuing a $5 billion lawsuit accusing Standard Poor's of misleading investors by inflating its credit ratings, on Friday asked a federal judge move... Olympians to march in gay parade as Sochi outrage grows (Reuters) - Canadian Olympians will march in the Vancouver Pride Parade this weekend in a display of solidarity with the gay community that would land them in jail or kicked out of next year's Sochi Olympics. U.S. intestinal bug traced to salad greens from Mexican company (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. The Learning Network Blog Word of the Day | unkempt This word has appeared in 182 New York Times articles in the past year. Icahn sues Dell in latest attempt to foil buyout (Reuters) - Activist investor Carl Icahn sued Dell Inc and its board on Thursday, his latest attempt to derail a $24.4 billion buyout bid by the computer maker's founder and CEO Michael Dell. Gadgetwise A Tablet Communicator for the Tech-Averse Powered by a Samsung Galaxy Tab 2, the Clarion Companion can help caregivers and relatives stay in touch with an older person. After the Fact Depicting the Colors of Space The hues assigned to distant cosmic bodies that are telescopically photographed in black and white are not just a matter of artistic license. 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. Dining Review | Connecticut A Review of Captain Daniel Packer Inne, in Mystic The Captain Daniel Packer Inne is housed in a 1754 Dutch colonial with a typically antique interior but a menu that isnt fusty. 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. Federer's slump continues Roger Federer's first appearance in Gstaad for nine years lasted just over an hour as the former World No.1 made an untimely exit to Germany's Daniel Brands. Social Qs Girls Not Allowed Answers to questions about sexism in the workplace, dealing with unwanted encouragement and more. Red Bull fined after cameraman hit by tire Red Bull team principal Christian Horner has warned of the dangers of working in a Formula One pit lane after a wheel from one of the team's cars came loose and struck a cameraman. Murder charges dropped against Indiana woman who ate poison while pregnant INDIANAPOLIS (Reuters) - Indiana prosecutors dropped murder and attempted feticide charges on Friday against an Indianapolis woman who tried to commit suicide by eating rat poison near the end of her pregnancy. Are jihadist jail breaks a new tactic? Hundreds of militants have been freed as jihadists target jails. CNN assesses the damage. U.N. Warns It Will Disarm Congo Rebels In an uncharacteristically stern warning, the United Nations ordered individuals near the eastern city of Goma to turn in their weapons or be deemed an imminent threat to civilians. Rouhani becomes new Iranian president Aug. 3 - Moderate cleric Hassan Rouhani takes office as Iran's president, after Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei endorses him. Deborah Lutterbeck reports. Fast Bolt Usain Bolt returned to the scene of his triple gold medal triumph at the 2012 London Olympics Friday and did not disappoint a capacity crowd soaking up a large dose of nostalgia at a Diamond League meeting. What I Love | Colin and Eric Jacobsen Music to the Rafters in Windsor Terrace The brothers Colin and Eric Jacobsen, of the string quartet Brooklyn Rider, share a house in Windsor Terrace. Simon Cowell named in friends' divorce filing Aug 01 - Simon Cowell is named as a co-respondent in friends' divorce filing. Lindsay Claiborn reports. Choir singing harmonises hearts July 25 - A Swedish study shows that when people sing together, their pulse rates synchronise, suggesting health benefits for the heart. Arming rebels Debate in progress While the United States draws closer to providing some form of lethal assistance to the Syrian opposition, the debate over how extensive the package should be and the possible outcome are likely to follow any decision. UPDATE 1-Fisher Communications shareholders want more from Sinclair to sell Aug 2 (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... Embassy fear Al Qaeda is linked to a terror threat that prompts the U.S. to close embassies in key Middle East nations, including Egypt and Israel. Singer Selena Gomez tops Billboard album chart for first time LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - American pop singer Selena Gomez topped the Billboard 200 album chart for the first time on Wednesday, besting rapper Jay-Z and the soundtrack to "Teen Beach Movie." Boeing to airlines Inspect aircraft As part of Boeing's ongoing efforts to resolve Dreamliner problems, the passenger jet maker has put out a request that airlines inspect an emergency beacon used to find aircraft in the event of a crash. TV film 'Sharknado' inches to cult status with midnight showings LOS ANGELES (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 across movie screens. Think Like a Doctor Not Just the Flu Can you solve a medical mystery involving a 59-year-old woman who becomes deathly ill two weeks into what she calls the flu? Final Test for U.S. Solheim Cup Qualifying The Womens British Open is the last opportunity for players like Morgan Pressel and Michelle Wie to earn spots on the American Solheim Cup team. Wild-Card Razzano Stuns Kvitova at Carlsbad Wild-card entrant Virginie Razzano stunned third-seeded Petra Kvitova 6-7 (6), 7-5, 7-6 (8) on Friday in the Southern California Open quarterfinals. Yahoo buys browser RockMelt to bolster mobile, networking SAN FRANCISCO (Reuters) - Yahoo Inc acquired social Web browser company Rockmelt, the latest move by the struggling Web portal to scoop up technology and engineering talent that could bolster its...

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