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Eye-tracker targets hospital navigation stress
Sept. 18 - A hospital in the UK is using eye-tracking technology to improve sign placement in its corridor system. The so-called "wayfinding" tests are designed to ease the confusion and stress often caused by navigating unfamilar hospital hallways, as Jim Drury reports.


Beyonce, Jay Z top highest-earning celebrity couple list Forbes
NEW YORK (Reuters) - With estimated earnings of $95 million, pop singer Beyonce and her rapper husband Jay Z are the highest-earning celebrity couple for the second consecutive year, Forbes magazine said on Thursday.


Man scales tower with bare hands
Without safety equipment, Michael Kemeter scales a 268-meter tower in Changsha, China, before parachuting to the ground.


Moody's assigns government issuer ratings to Mozambique
Sept 20 (Reuters) -(Caryn Trokie, New York Ratings Unit)


Frugal Traveler Taking Ride-Share Services for a Spin
In an attempt to save money on a long drive this summer, the Frugal Traveler posted his route on three ride-share sites. Heres what he learned.


11 things to know if visiting Spain
It's Western Europe's second largest country, but it's the diversity of its people and passions that holds the key to understanding Spain's eternal appeal.


STXNEWS LATAM-Eletrobras says may buy stake in Uruguay's Rouar
State-run Centrais Eltricas Brasileiras SA, Brazil's largest power utility, said on Friday is in talks to buy a 50 percent stake in Uruguay's Rouar SA and to participate in the implementation of a...


Dot Earth Blog More on Population Growth and Planetary Prospects
Sustainability scholars challenge an ecologists conclusion that Earths limits dont constrain human prospects.


Has rainbow laces campaign tied itself in knots?
It was supposed to provide the pot of gold at the end of the rainbow but the latest effort to fight homophobia in football is in danger of fading into monochrome.


Iran Said to Seek a Nuclear Accord to End Sanctions
Seizing on a perceived flexibility in a letter from President Obama to President Hassan Rouhani, Irans leaders are focused on getting quick relief from crippling sanctions, a top adviser to the Iranian leadership said.


Hiroshi Yamauchi Dies; Led Nintendo
Hiroshi Yamauchi, who ran Nintendo for more than 50 years and led the Japanese company's transition from traditional playing-card maker to video game giant, has died. He was 85.


Ilili Box Will Serve Middle Eastern Fast Food
The Lebanese chef Philippe Massoud is serving takeout from a stand just outside Madison Square Park, and more restaurant openings.


Bolt says may carry on competing until 2017 worlds
LONDON (Reuters) - Usain Bolt, the world's fastest man, may continue competing until the 2017 world championships in London, the Jamaican told the BBC on Thursday.


At Tour Championship, Stenson Funnels His Aggression Into Stellar Play
Henrik Stenson, who damaged his driver and a locker after last weeks FedEx Cup event, stayed calm and breezed through his first round in six-under-par 64.


Monhan Scores 2, Flames Top Islanders Twice
Sean Monahan scored two goals for the Calgary Flames, who completed a preseason sweep of split-squad preseason games against the New York Islanders with a 4-2 win on Tuesday night.


'I was stolen from my family'
When I was 13, I was sold.


Restaurant Takeaway The Secret to a Crisp and Tender Eggplant Sandwich
Frankies Spuntinos fried eggplant sandwich is based on recipes brought over from Italy by the owners grandmothers.


Oilers' Fast Start Too Much for Canucks 4-1
Jordan Eberle scored a goal and added two assists and the Edmonton Oilers downed the Vancouver Canucks 4-1 on Wednesday in a preseason game.


Fox Contest Offers 30-Second Super Bowl Pregame Ad as a Prize
The contest is meant to tap into public interest in the advertising for the game by using social media to pick a winner. The entry fee is $150,000, however.


Exclusive Univision in talks with banks about 2014 IPO - sources
NEW YORK (Reuters) - U.S. Spanish-language broadcaster Univision Communications Inc has in recent weeks held discussions with banks about an initial public offering, according to three people familiar with the matter, as strong stock markets encourage private equity owners to seek exits for their portfolio companies.


Iran Frees Political Prisoners on Eve of Presidents Visit to U.S.
Analysts said the release of 11 prominent prisoners was a significant step in President Hassan Rouhanis efforts to repair Irans relationship with the West.


Well Medicine Is More Than Carrots and Sticks
In todays medical schools, words like provider and consumer are used as frequently as healer and patient. But no arsenal of incentives alone will ever produce the kind of compassion and attention to detail every patient wants and deserves.


Taliban Kill Afghan Election Official, Then Brag on Twitter
A rare attack against a senior official of the Independent Election Commission is seen as an indicator of the insurgents intent to disrupt the vote next year.


COMMODITIES-Gold dives on fresh speculation over stimulus; oil up
By Barani Krishnan NEW YORK, Sept 20 (Reuters) - Gold and most other commodities tumbled on Friday after fresh speculation there might be cuts to U.S. Federal Reserve stimulus by next month after this week's decision by the bank to delay the move. The dollar edged up from 7-month lows, putting more pressure on commodities priced in the currency. The greenback rose after St. Louis Federal Reserve President James Bullard said it was possible the Fed might start to cut bond purchases in Oct


India Ink Ladies and Gentlemen, Delhi Police Are Not With You If You Are Poor
A former crime reporter explains how the Delhi police criminalizes the poor.


Multitasking with Chrome OS and Linux on the Chromebook Pixel
Google's Chromebook Pixel is quite versatile after all. I can run Chrome OS and Linux at the same time, and switch between the two, allowing me to use Skype and other third party apps!


Autonomous quadcopter takes humans out of flying equation
Sept. 19 - A group of Austrian students has designed a quadcopter which flies autonomously using only the computing power of a smartphone. The reasearchers say the drone could one day be used for search and rescue scenarios or fighting fires without putting humans in harm's way. Jim Drury reports.


Ex-reporter claims hacking at Trinity Mirror paper-Sky
LONDON, Oct 6 (Reuters) - A former reporter on a tabloid owned by Trinity Mirror has claimed the newspaper hacked into the phones of celebrities, Sky News reported on Thursday, potentially broadening a scandal that has so far largely affected Rupert Murdoch's News Corp .


Global Health United States Ranks 11th in Plague Cases Worldwide
The United States had 57 cases of plague in the last decade, putting it far behind the worst-affected nations in Africa, but still 11th in the world.


Groupon fails to end lawsuit alleging fraud linked to IPO
(Reuters) - Groupon Inc failed to persuade a federal judge to dismiss a lawsuit accusing the daily discount deals provider of misleading investors about its financial prospects and internal controls before it went public in November 2011.


Breakingviews Lloyds sale mixed omen for bank ECM
Sept. 17 - The sale of 6% of the UK bank was perfectly timed and expertly sized. But Breakingviews says future equity deals from UK banks may need strong domestic retail and institutional support to do as well.


Levels of Life, by Julian Barnes
Julian Barnes discusses life after the loss of his wife.


18 Under To Help a Shy Child, Listen
Shyness is part of the range of the human normal, but it can also be an indicator of bullying, anxiety, a learning problem or other issues.


News Analysis Quick Turn of Fortunes as Diplomatic Options Open Up With Syria and Iran
President Obama is facing two unexpected diplomatic initiatives with the United States biggest adversaries in the Middle East, Syria and Iran, each fraught with opportunity and danger.


Your Money Adviser Free Apps for Nearly Every Health Problem, but What About Privacy?
An analysis of 43 popular wellness apps by the nonprofit Privacy Rights Clearinghouse found that many apps connect to advertising and data-analysis sites without the users knowledge.


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-Air France to decide Alitalia stake next week-media
* Bloomberg says Air France board to decide on possible bid Monday


Plans for Jackie Chan theme park
Another new way to celebrate kung fu movie legend Jackie Chan in China.


France must cut reliance on oil and gas, says Hollande
PARIS (Reuters) - France should aim for a 30 percent cut in fossil fuel use by 2030, President Francois Hollande said in a speech on Friday which included plans for a carbon tax from 2014 and a tax break on home insulation to help consumers save energy.


$10 Deal for Rights to World Trade Center Name Draws Scrutiny
New York State is looking into the sale of the rights to the three-word name to a nonprofit, accusing a former Port Authority official of leading the deal without proper approval.


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