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News Feed Latest worldwide news UPDATE 1-Guy Hands' Terra Firma sells Phoenix to Hastings LONDON, Aug 2 (Reuters) - Terra Firma, the buyout group run by dealmaker Guy Hands, has sold Northern Irish gas distribution company Phoenix Natural Gas Limited to Australian infrastructure investor Hastings Funds Management. Theater Review | Long Island A Review of Singin in the Rain, in Patchogue An ingenue becomes a star as Singin in the Rain comes to the Patchogue Theater. Data Show Higher Cancer Risk for Mars Astronauts The NASA findings could lead to a search for better shields to block radiation, measures to shorten the trip or a recalibration of allowable risks. Op-Ed Contributor Apes Need Vaccines, Too Research on captive chimps can help save the lives not just of humans but also of wild chimps. Spain's Bankia sells Indra stake to state holding company SEPI MADRID, Aug 2 (Reuters) - Spanish nationalised bank BFA-Bankia said on Friday it sold a 20.1 percent stake in technology company Indra to state holding company SEPI for 337 million euros ($447.6 million). Glassboro, N.J., Gambles on a University Partnership The struggling borough has tied its fortunes to Rowan University and a $300 million downtown revitalization. UPDATE 2-Obama administration overturns ban on some iPad, iPhones WASHINGTON, Aug 3 (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. Obamas Fall Moscow Trip Is Even More in Doubt The dispute over Edward J. Snowden is less a singular sore point between the United States and Russia than a symptom of a relationship that has soured across the board. Currents | QA A Blacklist Delays Book on Iran Iranian Living Room presents photos of people at home in Iran. But when the publisher tried to sell it on its Web site using PayPal, the orders were initially blocked. Advertising Songs and Sunscreen Spread the Health Insurance Message Advertising is upbeat in the states that are setting up marketplaces where residents will buy health insurance in accordance with the Affordable Care Act. The New Old Age Blog Decision Casts Doubt on Brain Scans for Alzheimers The federal agency overseeing Medicare is reluctant to endorse, or pay for brain scans to diagnose Alzheimers disease. Recipes for Health Potato Salad and Tomatillo Tacos The filling for these tacos can be served alone or inside a warm tortilla. U.S. TV series 'Glee' to address drug abuse, death of Cory Monteith LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - Television musical series "Glee" will address the death of star Cory Monteith in the upcoming season, writing his character out of the show and touching on Monteith's... DOJ again balks at proposed $19.9 mln severance for AMR's Horton Aug 2 (Reuters) - The U.S. Department of Justice is taking its third shot at nixing a proposed $19.9 million severance package for American Airlines Chief Executive Tom Horton, who will step down after American's bankrupt parent, AMR Corp , merges with US Airways. Sharks Sign Joe Pavelski to 5-Year Extension The San Jose Sharks signed center Joe Pavelski to a $30 million, five-year contract extension Tuesday that will keep him off the free-agent market next summer. Ex-F.B.I. Agent Is Charged In Plot to Sell Documents Robert Lustyik and a friend sold two documents to a Bangladeshi man who wanted to harm a political rival, according to a criminal complaint, and sought to sell him more. Bits Governments, Led by U.S., Seek More Data About Twitter Users In its semiannual transparency report, the micro-blogging service said it received 1,157 data requests, mostly from United States government officials, in the first half of 2013. Why Zimbabwe's elections matter Zimbabweans are voting in a hotly-contested election as President Robert Mugabe seeks to extend power for a further five years. Mugabe, 89, has been at the helm since 1980, and is the only leader the nation has known since it gained independence from Britain. You're the Boss Blog Why Arent Direct Public Offerings More Common? Still somewhat obscure, D.P.O.s have been around for decades. Would you consider using one? Rodriguez homers in rehab game, vows to fight on NEW YORK (Reuters) - For a few moments on Friday, it was just like old times for Alex Rodriguez. He was standing at the plate, with a fastball coming toward him, and he swung his bat with all his might, smashing the ball 350 feet over the wall. AP Source Tide Froze Football Staffer's Contract Alabama has penalized director of football operations Joe Pannunzio for his role in the Miami scandal while a member of the Hurricanes' staff, according to a person familiar with the situation. Narrowing Second Quarter Loss, Yelp Raises Sales Forecast for Year Yelp is getting clicks, helping it increase its ad sales. It drew 108 million unique visitors per month in the second quarter, a 38 percent increase from a year earlier. Small-Business Guide Seeking Capital, Some Companies Turn to Do-It-Yourself I.P.O.s A direct public offering describes a public securities offering similar to an I.P.O., but with one big difference There is no need to hire an investment bank. On Baseball Betrayed by Braun, Brewers Owner Twists in an Ill Wind It has been a delicate balance for the Brewers, distancing themselves from the actions of Ryan Braun while employing him, but that is Mark Attanasios challenge. Woods, McIlroy Have Much at Stake in Final Major A deliberate game by its very nature, golf seems to hit warp speed this time of the year. Interpol Asks Nations to Help Track Terror Suspects Freed in Prison Breaks The Interpol alert added to a climate of heightened concern set off Thursday when State Department officials spoke of possible terror plots against Western facilities overseas. Missouri Citizens Face Obstacles to Coverage The insurance marketplace established under President Obamas health law has no visible presence in Missouri, which stands out among states resisting the effort. Hollywoods Big Bet on Broadway Adaptations As film companies invest heavily in turning movies into Broadway musicals, they are finding that its not so easy to pinpoint what might ensure a crossover success. Cleanup worker hits jackpot with art find July 24 - In an unusual rags-to-riches story, cleanup worker Darryl Kelly finds artworks worth a small fortune while cleaning up a deceased photographer's New York City apartment. Tara Cleary reports. A Race to Save the Orange by Altering Its DNA Growers turned to genetics in hopes of building a tougher orange tree. But would the public accept genetically modified food? Recent Commercial Real Estate Transactions Notable properties that have been recently listed for sale, sold or leased. Rodriguez Plays, but Return May Be Brief Alex Rodriguez played Friday with the Trenton Thunder as negotiations continued regarding his punishment over allegations involving performance-enhancing drugs. UPDATE 2-Obama administration overturns ban on some iPad, iPhones WASHINGTON, Aug 3 (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... U.S. STOCKS-Dow, SP 500 end at record for 2nd day despite tepid jobs data * Dell committee and buyout group announce agreement, shares up U.S. lawmakers want perjury probe for Corzine WASHINGTON, Aug 2 (Reuters) - A group of Republican lawmakers called on Friday for a criminal investigation of Jon Corzine, the head of failed futures broker MF Global, saying he may have committed... Girls flee war, find 'worse' in camp Feet stumbling in the pitch darkness over the uneven ground we make our way with a group of women to one of the bathrooms in the Zaatari camp. Boycott calls over anti-gay laws An international backlash against Russia's anti-gay propaganda law is gathering speed, from calls for a boycott of the 2014 Winter Olympics in Russia to gay bars in Los Angeles planning "vodka-dumping" protests. Ohio kidnap hell No one heard their screams, but the terror of Ariel Castro's victims finally came to light in court. Lottery Numbers Lottery numbers for New York, New Jersey and Connecticut. Summer solstice celebrations If Stonehenge is anything to go by, summer celebrations have a millennia-old history. While the ancient druids may have commemorated the fertility of the season, many of us are just happy to get outdoors.

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