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News Feed Latest worldwide news Giving tennis parents a good name 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. Shortcuts Taking an Invention From Idea to the Store Shelf Building a better mousetrap may be the easy part. After that comes patent, production and marketing, and missteps along the way can be costly. Who is the greatest F1 driver? Who is the greatest F1 driver of all time? Past and present drivers give their verdict on the contenders to CNN. Union presses Patriots to give Hernandez $82K in bonuses The NFL Players Association has filed a grievance against the New England Patriots to collect $82,000 in offseason workout bonuses that it says is owed to former player Aaron Hernandez, whom the Patriots dismissed after he was charged with murder this summer. DealBook Spanish Authorities Arrest Former JPMorgan Employee The Spanish police say Javier Martin-Artajo surrendered on Tuesday morning, and his case will now be handled by Spains national court. Man lost toes after being treated by Colorado veterinarian DENVER (Reuters) - A man had to have three toes amputated after being treated by a 78-year-old Colorado veterinarian with no license to practice medicine on humans, police said on Thursday. Aided by U.N. Forces, Congolese Hit Rebels Tensions escalated as the Democratic Republic of Congo blamed Rwanda for supporting rebel fighters, and a rocket killed three people in Goma. Arts, Briefly A Final Book Is Planned From Elmore Leonard Peter Leonard, a son of the author Elmore Leonard, who died last week at 87, hopes to complete his fathers last novel, BBC News reported. Who wants to be a millionaire? Likely next Fed chair already is WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Lawrence Summers may be a poster-child for the lucrative revolving door between Wall Street and Washington. But Federal Reserve Vice Chair Janet Yellen, his chief opponent in... UPDATE 1-Maple Leaf, Darling shares jump on deal for biodiesel business Aug 23 (Reuters) - Canadian food processor Maple Leaf Foods agreed to sell its rendering and biodiesel business to Darling International Inc for about C$645 million ($613.6 million) in cash, causing... UPDATE 3-Britain drafts military plans for Syria, recalls parliament LONDON, Aug 27 (Reuters) - Prime Minister David Cameron recalled parliament to debate Britain's response to a suspected chemical weapons attack in Syria as he began to make the case for targeted military action to punish and deter President Bashar al-Assad. On the Runway Blog Bethanie Mattek-Sands Makes Fashion Statements With Her Hair Ms. Mattek-Sands, often called the Lady Gaga of tennis, walked onto the court at the United States Open on Monday with bright purple hair. Blake Announces Retirement From Tennis James Blake, whose top ranking was No. 4, in 2006, announced the end of his 14-year pro career on Monday. His career suffered several major setbacks because of injuries. Korean island where time stops Empty beaches, no cars, fresh seafood, gorgeous sunset -- on pretty Bijindo, that's called a hectic day. U.S. judge wants external monitor for Apple in e-books case * Monitor would review Apple antitrust procedures, training NCAA Reverses Course on Marine Playing at MTSU The NCAA has ruled that a Middle Tennessee football player who spent five years in the Marines will be allowed to compete this fall and that he will have four years of eligibility remaining. New York town warned over pension payment deferrals NEW YORK (Reuters) - Debt ratings agency Moody's has warned that Huntington, Long Island, could lose its top credit rating if the town funnels more money away from public pensions to meet short-term... Editorial Responding to Syrian Atrocities Any military response by President Obama should be carefully targeted and backed by international support. Children's Books Runt and Trash Can Days In two middle-grade novels, social position is a powerful weapon. Exports key to U.S. success Jan 19 - In an exclusive interview with Reuters Global Editor-at-Large Chrystia Freeland, GE CEO Jeffrey Immelt says that the American consumer is no longer the driver of the global economy and that high-tech exports are the key to future growth of the U.S. economy. Sports Briefing | Hockey Report of Devils Takeover Is Denied Commissioner Gary Bettman said a news report claiming that the N.H.L. was on the verge of taking over the Devils was inaccurate. Talk Does ESPNs John Clayton Have a Secret Ponytail? The sports commentator discusses jeans, genes and rumors about his hair. Economix Blog Winning the Lottery, but Keeping Your Job Two-thirds of Americans say they would continue working even if they won $10 million in the lottery, a Gallup survey finds. Hovercraft shocks beachgoers Sunbathers and sandcastle builders are surprised when a military hovercraft lands at a holiday resort in Russia. COLUMN-Fracking fears expose confusion about risk Kemp (John Kemp is a Reuters market analyst. The opinions expressed are his own.) Shiller's math says the market looks expensive NEW YORK (Reuters) - Here is a worrisome thought for all the analytical investors out there What if all this time, you have been looking at the wrong numbers? FOREX-Yen, Swiss franc jump as Syria conflict spurs safety bid * Yen sharply higher vs Australian and New Zealand dollars * Swiss franc also rises versus euro, dollar * Emerging market currencies in rout on Syria tension * German IFO survey has little impact on... Fitch Affirms Humana's Sr Notes at 'BBB'; IFS Ratings at 'A'; Outlook Stable (The following statement was released by the rating agency) CHICAGO, August 27 (Fitch) Fitch Ratings has affirmed the 'BBB' ratings assigned to Humana Inc.'s (HUM) senior unsecured notes and the 'A' Insurer Financial Strength (IFS) ratings assigned to various Humana insurance company subsidiaries. The Rating Outlooks are Stable. KEY RATING DRIVERS Fitch's ratings on HUM reflect the company's consistently solid financial results, large market share in the Medicare Advantage (MA) market, ver Wales Open Heralds Start of European Ryder Cup Race The year-long quest to win a place in Europe's 2014 Ryder Cup team starts at this week's Wales Open and captain Paul McGinley cannot wait for the qualifying process to begin. Greenpeace protests against Russian offshore Arctic drilling MOSCOW (Reuters) - Greenpeace accused Russia on Monday of trying to block its protest against offshore drilling in the mineral-rich but ecologically fragile Arctic after Russian coastguards boarded its vessel. Movie Night, Hamptons Style Twenty years ago, the Hamptons home theater was a rare indulgence. These days, its a mandatory amenity. Economic View Public Policies, Made to Fit People A new White House initiative is intended to involve social and behavioral scientists in policy making. The New Old Age Blog A Surgical Center for Older Patients Older patients can benefit from surgery, but doctors tend not to do full assessments of their ability to recover. Woodland Tied With Kuchar Atop Barclays With scores plummeting, Gary Woodland and Matt Kuchar are tied for the lead at 12 under par after three rounds at Liberty National Golf Club. New Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner It's been a year of mishaps, but Boeing finally has some good news. The Chicago-based aircraft manufacturer announced over the weekend it had completed its first 787-9 Dreamliner. Russia's leading gay activist's home raided Aug. 27 - Russian prosecutors raid a Moscow apartment of the country's leading gay activist. Linda So reports. London keeps global edge as top transport finance hub LONDON (Reuters) - London remains the top financing centre for the global transport industry, although it faces stiff competition from New York and capitals in Asia Pacific as companies seek to tap more funding sources, a survey showed on Friday. UPDATE 2-Avago sees strong quarter ahead of new iPhone launch * Sees fourth-qtr revenue $721 mln-$740.5 mln vs est $696.3 mln Movie Review The United States of Football Looks at Concussions The documentary The United States of Football follows retired players dealing with dementia and depression after a career of hard knocks. TREASURIES-US bond prices rise as Syria fears fuel safe haven bid * Treasury sells two-year notes at high yield of 0.386 pct

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