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News Feed Latest worldwide news How trees must adapt to drought Scientists have known for some time that climate change and the impacts of longer droughts and higher temperatures could pose a problem for forests. But many thought it would only affect a minority of trees, perhaps just those in extremely arid regions. F.D.A. Strengthens Warnings on Lariam, an Anti-Malaria Drug The Food and Drug Administration said an anti-malaria drug, known as Lariam, must update its warning label to show that some of its psychiatric side effects can become permanent. I'm coming out -- I don't want kids In the wake of the Supreme Court decision that struck down key portions the Defense of Marriage Act, I celebrated this historic milestone like many Americans as a step toward acceptance of all people. Even though I'm straight, I relate to my LGBT brothers and sisters as I also struggle for others' acceptance. Activist investors keep lower profile in Europe LONDON (Reuters) - As activist investors launch more high profile corporate battles in the United States, in Europe they are eschewing public hectoring for private talks. TransCanada Plans Pipeline to East Coast The $12 billion pipeline could move as many as 1.1 million barrels a day to New Brunswick, to serve a region that relies on imported crude oil for most of its supply. UAE's Etihad to buy 49 percent stake in Serbian airline BELGRADE (Reuters) - United Arab Emirates' Etihad Airways, which has stakes in Virgin Australia and Air Berlin , will acquire a 49 percent stake in Serbia's loss-making JAT Airways. Google bets customization will be Moto's X-factor NEW YORK/SAN FRANCISCO (Reuters) - Motorola on Thursday unveiled a new smartphone that consumers can personalize with a choice of colors and materials, hoping to stand out in a crowded market and justify the $12.5 billion that Google Inc paid for the ailing handset maker. Essence Magazine Names New Top Editor This is its fifth editor in 13 years. The last one had been dismissed in February. San Diego mayor Was that wrong? A lawyer for San Diego Mayor Bob Filner criticized the city for not providing sexual harassment training to the mayor, saying its failure to do so violated the law. Morsy supporters brace for worst Supporters of deposed Egyptian President Mohamed Morsy remain defiant despite requests from the military to clear out. Film Academys New Leader Starts by Sizing Up Oscars Cheryl Boone Isaacs, who was elected head of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences on Tuesday, started her presidency talking to the producers of the Oscars. UPDATE 1-Fairfax Financial takes quarter loss on bond investments TORONTO, Aug 1 (Reuters) - Fairfax Financial Holdings Ltd , the Canadian property and casualty insurer run by investment guru Prem Watsa, on Thursday reported a second-quarter loss due to losses on... UPDATE 1-Whole Foods quarterly profit up; same-store sales growth slowing (Adds context, 2013 earnings forecast; updates share move) Mourning Victims and Assigning Blame After Fatal Boat Crash on the Hudson Relatives of the bride-to-be and the best man who died questioned why charges were brought against the boats driver ahead of toxicology results. Currents | QA Taking a Load Off, Together Francis Cape, a wood sculptor, on his Utopian Benches project. 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? Lawyer Who Beat Chevron in Ecuador Faces Trial of His Own The oil company has filed a suit against Steven Donziger, who won an $18 billion case over oil spills in the Ecuadorean jungle, accusing him of manipulating evidence and bribing judges. Mexico, beyond stereotypes Ariel Moutsatsos takes issue with a recent Ruben Narrarette CNN column that he says makes sweeping and misinformed generalizations about Mexico. Turkish embassy in Somalia attacked Three suicide bombers in a single car attacked a building in Somalia that is part of the Turkish Embassy, a spokesman for the Turkish foreign ministry said. No Starting QB Yet for Oklahoma; Texas Has Answer Oklahoma coach Bob Stoops was quick to point out there still is no final decision on who will be the starting quarterback for the Sooners this season. Success Brings Scrutiny to Chinese Mystic Wang Lin, a practitioner of qigong, says Chinese government charges of swindling, dodging taxes and cavorting with criminals are part of a vendetta against him. World Briefing | Middle East Saudi Arabia 600 Lashes for Editor The founder of a liberal Web site has been sentenced to seven years in prison and 600 lashes after angering Islamic authorities in Saudi Arabia, the newspaper Al Wattan reported. The Learning Network Blog News Quiz | July 31, 2013 See what you know about the news of the day. Notable diamond heists It was just like a scene from the Alfred Hitchcock crime caper "To Catch a Thief." The same hotel. The sparkly jewels. The robbery. Well If This Was Your Mother, Doctor A common question helps family members make sense of the confusion, desolation and powerlessness that so often defines the hospital experience, but leaves a newcomer to clinical medicine feeling vulnerable and violated. Congress finally votes to cut student loan interest rates WASHINGTON (Reuters) - U.S. college students will likely pay a reduced interest rate of 3.86 percent on their student loans for the new school year, after lawmakers on Wednesday finally passed a... U.S. official challenges claim that Obamacare hurts workers WASHINGTON, Aug 1 (Reuters) - A top U.S. healthcare official on Thursday challenged claims by Republican lawmakers that the country's healthcare reform law is causing workers to lose hours or benefits, saying she is aware of only isolated cutbacks. Critics Notebook Terry Fators Comic Style Successfully Plays to the Middle The comedian Terry Fator brought his genial, unusual ventriloquist act to the New Jersey Performing Arts Center in Newark. US STOCKS-Dow, SP 500 end at highs after data, stimulus in place NEW YORK, Aug 1 (Reuters) - The Dow and SP 500 ended at record highs on Thursday, with the SP 500 rising above 1,700 after strong data on factory growth and as central banks said they would keep monetary stimulus in place. Franklin and Lochte fire, 'Missile' ignites BARCELONA (Reuters) - American teenager Missy Franklin won her fourth gold of the week and compatriot Ryan Lochte claimed the 13th of a glittering career on a thrilling day of action at the world championships on Thursday. UK's multitaskers take to Twitter to swap TV talk report LONDON (Reuters) - Tweeting and texting while watching TV is supplanting the traditional water-cooler chat about the previous night's viewing among increasingly media-savvy Britons, the country's telecoms regulator has found. AEG tries to show star had secret addiction Michael Jackson "had a real monkey on his back" with a longtime drug addiction, his family kept it secret from the world and it led to his overdose death, a lawyer for AEG Live said. Fight Over Plan for Natural Gas Port Off Long Island Supporters say the port would create jobs and lower energy costs, but opponents worry that it could be exploited as an export business. Possibilities Are Swirling as Rodriguez Confronts a Race Against Time Alex Rodriguez, close to being able to rejoin the Yankees, is expected toreceive alengthy suspension, but Major League Baseballs tough posture may be modified as a result of current talks. ArcelorMittal Reports 2nd Quarter Net Loss of $780 Million The results for the worlds largest steel company were hurt by continued losses in Europe, which continues to be a challenging environment. Second Quarter Many mutual funds slumped near the end of the second quarter amid signs that the Federal Reserve might pull back on its bond-buying. Recent Commercial Real Estate Transactions Notable properties that have been recently listed for sale, sold or leased. New Rule at N.F.L.s Camps No Tackling. Its Just Practice. With salaries and concerns about injuries soaring, N.F.L. teams are increasingly limiting contact during training camps, which were once grueling ordeals under a merciless sun. Exclusive Romanian expert believes three artworks from Dutch heist destroyed BUCHAREST (Reuters) - Romanian experts believe that three out of seven paintings stolen last year from a Dutch museum, a haul that included works by Picasso and Monet, have been destroyed by fire, the team's head told Reuters on Monday. Devils Sign Jagr, Hoping a 41-Year-Old Scorer Has Mileage Left Jaromir Jagr, 41, signed a one-year deal with the Devils, who lost two of their top three scorers this summer.

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