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News Feed Latest worldwide news World Briefing | Africa Congo Government Retakes Critical Territory Government troops occupied strategic hills overlooking the eastern city of Goma on Friday after rebel fighters withdrew. GLOBAL MARKETS-Stocks fall as Kerry speaks on Syria; bonds rise * Dollar remains near 4-week high * U.S. shares fall as Kerry talks of punishing Syria * Oil and gold still fall amid uncertainty NEW YORK, Aug 30 (Reuters) - Stocks fell and U.S. Treasury prices... Staying Alive Sharing the Profits Requires Some Tough Calls How often should we pay bonuses? How big should the bonus pool be? Do all employees get to participate? Entergy Announces Closing of Vermont Nuclear Plant The company just won a long legal fight to keep the Vermont Yankee reactor open, but now says it will decommission the plant late next year. U.S. allows states to legalize recreational marijuana within limits WASHINGTON (Reuters) - In a move marijuana advocates hailed as an historic shift, the Obama administration on Thursday began giving U.S. states wide leeway to experiment with pot legalization and started by letting Colorado and Washington carry out new laws permitting recreational use. Back-to-school math for parents What's an A worth? NEW YORK (Reuters) - Parents, here is an assignment for you as the kids head back to school Are you going to pay your children to do homework and get good grades? Jessica Rambo and Ibert Schultz The bride is the director of programs and partnerships at the Urban Assembly School of Design and Construction in Manhattan; the groom is an associate in the Manhattan office of the law firm Hughes, Hubbard Reed. World's wackiest wedding photos? A new "must" for couples seeking to tie the knot involves Photoshop, makeup and possibly the family cat. Nintendo Cuts a Dimension From a Device Aimed at Youths The Nintendo 2DS will cost $130, about $40 less than its 3DS sibling, as part of a strategy to prevent households from relying on tablets for video games. Soccer Roundup Arsenal Able to Bounce Back, Led by Podolskis Two Goals After losing its first Premier League game of the season last week, Arsenal rebounded Saturday to defeat Fulham, 3-1. U.S. Supreme Court Justice Ginsburg to preside over gay wedding WASHINGTON (Reuters) - U.S. Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg is to officiate at a wedding ceremony between two men this weekend, just two months after the court issued high-profile rulings... Officer Is Indicted on Charges of Lying About Photographers Arrest The officer, Michael Ackermann, claimed that Robert Stolariks camera flash interfered with a girls arrest last year, but evidence later emerged that no flash had been used. Outraged by Miley Cyrus? Don't watch Christopher Ferguson says the predictable outrage drummed up by the Miley Cyrus performance mostly misses the mark On Location | Sagaponack, N.Y. Finding Refuge in the Barns A Long Island summer house offers a rustic retreat from the high pressure of Hollywood. Recipes for Health Brown Rice and Farro Salad With Roasted Pepper, Basil, Arugula and Feta Roasted pepper and a vinaigrette dressing infuse a chewy, savory mix of rice and farro. Snapshot | Ismael Cruz Crdova A Chameleon Onstage and on TV The actor has new roles in Sesame Street, The Good Wife, and the new Regina Taylor play, stop. reset. BlackRock launches first retail alternative funds NEW YORK (Reuters) - BlackRock Inc is launching its first alternative mutual funds for retail investors. Death of Serie A exaggerated Italian football has had plenty of problems in recent years. But as Serie A kicks off on Saturday, there are hopes of a new dawn. US STOCKS-Wall Street falls, ends worst month since May 2012 * Uncertainty over possible strike on Syria makes for thin volume Hungarian train shines light on self-contained solar power Aug. 28 - A nature reserve in central Hungary has become a testing ground for self-contained, solar-powered train travel. Engineers say the narrow gauge train is the first of its kind, and could become a template for larger train transport systems. Matthew Stock reports. T Magazine Feeling For | A Sake Thats Perfect for Summer Sipping Served cool, the traditional Japanese beverage can be the perfect rejoinder to hot, stifling nights. The Wimbledon greats Open Court sifts through the archive to bring you some of its favorite interviews. Billabong shares plunge 15 percent after annual loss triples SYDNEY (Reuters) - Shares in struggling Australian surfwear company Billabong International Ltd plunged 15 percent on Tuesday morning after its annual loss more than tripled and sales of its surf and... George Michael sends his piano to US Nov. 11 - The singer bought John Lennon's old piano in 2000 for two million dollars, now he's sending it to the USA to be part of an anti-war exhibition. Treasury's Lew declines to discuss nominees for Fed chair WASHINGTON (Reuters) - U.S. Treasury Secretary Jack Lew on Tuesday said he wouldn't offer any insight on President Barack Obama's Federal Reserve chairman selection process, and he said the decision... Tim Finchem Happy With PGA Tour's 2 Networks The PGA Tour had what Commissioner Tim Finchem described as "robust" conversations with Fox Sports in two of the last three television negotiations until scheduling conflicts with the network kept the discussion from going anywhere. ThyssenKrupp talks with hedge funds on share issue DUESSELDORF, Germany (Reuters) - German steelmaker ThyssenKrupp , which has said it risks breaching loan covenants, is in talks with hedge funds to persuade them to buy into an issue of new shares,... A Kinder, Gentler Coughlin Still Makes the Giants Stand Up Straight Tom Coughlin, known for his ranting style and strict discipline, has mellowed after the birth of his grandchildren, but some of his rules will never go away. The toughest shot in golf? Living Golf takes a a look at the iconic 17th hole with its island green. Recipes for Health Salmon and Cucumber Tartare With Wasabi Sauce A delicious fish dish that can be either an appetizer or a light supper. Concussion Case Nears Key Phase for N.F.L. In a closely watched case, a judge is expected to decide soon whether to dismiss a lawsuit brought by retired players alleging that the N.F.L. intentionally misled them about the dangers of head injuries. Small Spanish lenders show strains of recession as margins flag MADRID, Aug 30 (Reuters) - Six small Spanish banks, including some which have been rescued by the state, posted lower lending income in the first half of the year as the domestic-focused lenders struggled to recover after two years of recession. Singles Become Doubles Nicknamed WAGs, the wives and girlfriends of famous athletes are their No. 1 fans. Just check out the players box at the U.S. Open. What's the beef? English gravy wrestlers get dirty August 28 - The World Gravy Wrestling Championships get underway in England, with bouts contested in 1,200 litres of traditional Lancashire gravy. Sharon Reich reports. UPDATE 1-Money manager Vilar's conviction upheld, new sentence ordered NEW YORK, Aug 30 (Reuters) - A U.S. appeals court upheld the 2008 fraud conviction of money manager and arts patron Alberto Vilar, but ordered that he be resentenced, in a decision that may set back some government efforts to fight insider trading and other securities fraud. Corgan Crazy good for business CNN's Monita Rajpal meets the front man of Smashing Pumpkins, who says authenticity has helped the band stay successful. Who checks travel warnings? Governments often use official alerts to highlight travel risks. But how many travelers really pay attention? To Our Readers Our Web site was unavailable to some users for a time on Tuesday. We regret if this has caused you any inconvenience. Dining Review | New Jersey A Review of Blue Water Seafood, in Red Bank Blue Water Seafood, opened in 2011, makes a point of presentation and often very large portions. EOG Resources says Texas well fire nearly out HOUSTON, Aug 30 (Reuters) - EOG Resources Inc said on Friday that an Eagle Ford shale oil well fire that has burned since a blowout on Wednesday was nearly out as crews worked to cap it.

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