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News Feed Latest worldwide news World's best fireworks displays From Bastille Day and 4th July to Chinese New Year and Disney Land, your shots of the world's greatest fireworks. UPDATE 2-Alitalia seeks capital hike, Air France-KLM votes against -source * China, Russia, UAE show interest in Alitalia stake (Recasts, adds details, analyst, Air France-KLM) Sudan says Bashir's visa request still with U.S. embassy KHARTOUM, Sept 26 (Reuters) - Sudan's Foreign Ministry denied on Thursday that President Omar Hassan al-Bashir had decided not to attend the U.N. General Assembly in New York and said his visa application was still pending, state media reported. Square Feet Recent Commercial Real Estate Notable properties that have been recently listed for sale, sold or leased. DealBook Detroit Manager Seeks to Freeze Pension Plan Detroits emergency manager wants to freeze the citys pension system for public workers, in light of evidence it was operated in an unsound manner for many years, contributing to the citys financial downfall. Bo Xilai Justice or political purge? Every non-democratic government faces the following problem when they tell the truth, everyone thinks it is a lie. Potential blockbuster in Davis Cup Switzerland was drawn to face Serbia in the 2014 Davis Cup, which means Roger Federer could play Novak Djokovic. Federer, though, doesn't usually show up for first round ties. In another intriguing pairing, record champion the U.S. hosts Andy Murray's Great Britain. Hall Opens With a 63 at Just the Right Time Down to his last chance to earn a PGA Tour card, Ashley Hall opened the Web.com Tour Championship with his second-best score of the year even though he called a penalty on himself when he noticed his ball slightly move. An open letter to texting-mad teenagers Put your phone down for a second, teen texters -- there are some things you've got to hear. Want fruit with your burger? McDonald's expands anti-obesity push Sept 26 (Reuters) - Hold the fries, pass the salad. McDonald's Corp on Thursday said it would offer healthy options as part of its popular value meals, letting customers choose a side salad, fruit or... Bayou Corne Journal Ground Gives Way, and a Louisiana Town Struggles to Find Its Footing Almost nothing in Bayou Corne has been the same since a voracious sinkhole opened up in 2012, and a year later its still growing, swallowing trees and belching methane. Well Cooking With Miso Many people know and love miso soup. But this week Martha Rose Shulman goes beyond soup and explains how miso can be used for glazes, dips and dressings. Rules Sought for Workplace Wellness Questionnaires Representative Louise M. Slaughter wants the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission to issue guidelines on employee wellness questionnaires to prevent workplace discrimination. Stenson Gains an Edge From Losing a Big Lead Swedens Henrik Stenson shot a final-round two-under-par 68 to finish ahead of Jordan Spieth and Steve Stricker, winning the Tour Championship and the FedEx Cup points championship. 10 things U.S. still does best Love it or hate it (and feel free to do both) the U.S. is the world' s undisputed leader, at least at these things. T Magazine Sign of the Times | The Virtues of Fine in the Age of Awesome In an age of superlatives, vacation runs the risk of becoming a space reserved for extreme adventure and alienating exclusivity. Whatever happened to things being simply good enough, or even simply enjoyable? Father of four-year-old N.J. boy who accidentally shot friend is indicted NEWARK, New Jersey (Reuters) - The father of a 4-year-old boy in New Jersey, who accidentally shot and killed his 6-year-old friend while playing with a gun, has been indicted on charges of child endangerment, prosecutors said. Tennis Djokovic gets engaged It's a love match for Novak Djokovic. Even if Federers Game Wanes, His Moneymaking Potential May Not Roger Federer has long been the most popular player on the Tour, but how will his marketability fare when he is no longer an elite player? T Magazine Art Matters | Miuccia Prada, Jane Fonda and Some Models Wearing Latex All factor into a new short film by Luke Gilford with a score by Jake Shears of Scissor Sisters, which makes its premiere here. UPDATE 1-Ghosts beat minions as 'Conjuring' horror flick leads box office NEW YORK/LOS ANGELES, July 21 (Reuters) - "The Conjuring," a low-budget horror movie about a haunted farmhouse, spooked two pricey competitors and the "Despicable Me" minions to win a crowded weekend box office contest at U.S. and Canadian theaters. Off-balance, cliff-edge hotel It's awkward, possibly ingenious; designers hope to create a building that will make Lima an international sensation. Tee off at world's most extreme golf courses From Greenland to Afghanistan to Bolivia playing golf in some of the world's wildest, most beautiful and most dangerous places. House Republicans challenge Obama on debt limit, spending Sep. 26 - House of Representatives Republicans challenge President Barack Obama's Affordable Care Act, seeking to delay its implementation in return for raising U.S. borrowing authority. Gavino Garay reports. Dream Beat Mystics 63-45 to Even Series Angel McCoughtry scored 20 points as a controlling first half and dominant fourth quarter led the Atlanta Dream to a 63-45 victory over the Washington Mystics on Saturday night, evening their Eastern Conference semifinals series. Carbon fiber maker Toray to buy Zoltek for about $600-$700 mln- Nikkei Sept 26 (Reuters) - Japan's Toray Industries Inc will buy U.S-based Zoltek Cos for $600-$700 million to increase its share of the global carbon fibre market to 30 percent, the Nikkei reported. J.C. Penney Shares Fall Further Amid Liquidity Concerns Shares fell amid concerns the retailer may not be able to lift its cash reserves ahead of the crucial holiday season. Television Review Marvels Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. Begins on ABC In Marvels Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D., on ABC, Joss Whedon tries to transfer the Marvel Universe to television. UPDATE 2-CEO to retire as Air Products strikes deal with Ackman * Three new independent directors to join board immediately Why add a fifth women's major? Shane O'Donoghue looks at the creation of a fifth major tournament in the women's game. Jamie Dimon's house of fines Sep. 26 - JPMorgan Chase still has a cloud hanging over it after attempts by CEO Jamie Dimon to reach a settlement in its legal woes have come up empty so far. Bobbi Rebell reports. Prince helps child shepherds In Lesotho, boys as young as five tend sheep and cattle alone, braving thieves and jackals. But Prince Harry and Prince Seeiso of Lesotho have set up a charity to help them. Letter From Europe A Challenge to European Political Elite Across the Continent, small protest parties are exerting a disproportionate pull on national political life, to the detriment of larger and more established parties. China Gains New Friends in Its Quest for Energy A Chinese presence at a vast new oil field in Kazakhstan is another indication that Chinas influence has eclipsed even Russias across the former Soviet republics of Central Asia. Ronaldo inspires Bale-less Real If Cristiano Ronaldo feels threatened by Gareth Bale's arrival at Real Madrid, it certainly isn't showing in his performances -- he added another two goals Sunday as his new colleague missed out due to injury. Iowa Awarded 2017 Solheim Cup The 2017 Solheim Cup will be held at Des Moines Golf and Country Club. Movie Review Muscle Shoals, Directed by Greg Camalier The documentary Muscle Shoals looks at a studio where musicians including Aretha Franklin, Percy Sledge and the Rolling Stones recorded hit songs. Party like it's the 1980s Julian Zelizer says we're living in a world that was largely shaped by the events and policies of the 1980s. Art in Review Brian Belott Draw Gym The multitasking artist Brian Belott organized Draw Gym, a raucous show of drawings by 75 young or youngish artists. With Doubled Fees, Tennis Court Permit Sales Plunge After doubling the seasonal fee, to $200, the citys Department of Parks and Recreation saw a drop even more significant than expected.

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