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News Feed Latest worldwide news Soros weds consultant at his New York estate for his third marriage NEW YORK (Reuters) - George Soros, the 83-year-old billionaire investor, philanthropist and active supporter of liberal political causes, married health care and education consultant Tamiko Bolton on... The Lede Israeli Diplomats Mock Irans President Online Israeli diplomats in Washington mocked Irans new president online, with a parody LinkedIn account that described him as scarcely different from his predecessor, Mahmoud Ahmadinejad. Tracking Stolen Art, for Profit, and Blurring a Few Lines One of the worlds largest databases of stolen art is held by a private London company that is praised by some and criticized by others for its tactics in trying to recover the works. UPDATE 2-Smithfield shareholders OK sale to China's Shuanghui Sept 24 (Reuters) - Smithfield Foods Inc shareholders on Tuesday approved the pork giant's $4.7 billion sale to Shuanghui International Holdings Ltd in what is shaping up as the biggest acquisition of a U.S. company by a Chinese firm. Tesla shares hit record after Deutsche Bank note NEW YORK (Reuters) - Shares of Tesla Motors Inc hit a record high on Thursday, boosted in part by an upbeat note from analysts at Deutsche Bank. Your Money Adviser Same-Sex Couples Are Urged to Apply for Social Security Spousal Benefits Though the Social Security Administration is still reviewing the law, it is encouraging applications from couples in same-sex marriages and civil unions. Rachel Reider, David Kwitman The bride works for Bloomingdales; the groom, for Prudential. An Escape From Slavery, Now a Movie, Has Long Intrigued Historians Solomon Northup told a story of escaping from slavery in 1853, and for decades scholars have been trying to untangle the truth of his account. Tiger deception scares off crop-raiding elephants Sept. 24 - Using a system of sensors and speakers, researchers in California are exploiting elephants' natural survival instincts to stop them encroaching on farms and villages in India. By fooling the elephants into believing there are predators nearby, the researchers say crops and lives can be saved. Ben Gruber reports. Sudan Leader Says He Will Travel to U.N. Omar Hassan al-Bashir, wanted by the International Criminal Court on genocide charges, said he planned to attend this weeks General Assembly and had already booked a hotel in New York. Common Sense When Trying to Follow Rules Isnt Enough As JPMorgans general counsel, Stephen Cutler tried to create a culture of compliance. The effort couldnt stop the London whale matter and other regulatory woes. You're the Boss Blog Jumping Into the Shark Tank Josh Brooks, a Myspace founding team member, can be seen pitching his start-up, On The Run Tech, Friday night on the ABC reality show. Genetics Research May Point to Treatment for Cold Sores Insight about a mutated gene in people who got cold sores suggests a possible research route for both cold sores and other infections caused by herpes simplex virus type 1. Tennis Djokovic's No. 1 milestone Novak Djokovic admitted that this year could have been better for him at the grand slams. He won the Australian Open but lost two finals and had clay-court king Rafael Nadal on the ropes at the French Open. F.D.A. to Regulate Some Health Apps The Food and Drug Administration said it would oversee mobile applications that function as medical devices, like ultrasounds, but not apps that count calories. Study Sees a Higher Risk of Storms on the Horizon Rising temperatures and the atmospheric changes they spawn are most likely to generate more severe-weather days in the eastern and central parts of the nation by midcentury, scientists concluded. 10 wild things about Scotland This small country contains some of the most unspoiled territory in Europe. Bits Blog Reviewing the Review Reviewers Mondays article about a crackdown on fake reviewing prompted many responses from readers indicating that the problem is even worse than regulators think. Economic View A Dearth of Investment in Young Workers The bleak job picture for young Americans doesnt bode well for their long-term careers, or for the economys future. No. 25 Texas Tech Upends Texas State 33-7 Backup quarterback Davis Webb threw for two touchdowns and 310 yards to lead No. 25 Texas Tech over Texas State 33-7 on Saturday night. Your Money Adviser Deciding When to Enter a Palliative Care Unit Patients with fatal conditions who arent ready for hospice care may opt for a plan that focuses on treating symptoms and offering emotional support. Miley Cyrus breaks silence on VMAs Miley Cyrus has a message for the haters You are overthinking it. Bits Blog Remote Controls, Without the AAA Batteries A company in San Diego, Maxwell Technologies, says it has developed a power system for remote controls that stores electricity without chemicals and can recharge in minutes. 'New Girl' Taye Diggs to guest star Jess may be in a new relationship with Nick, but an eligible bachelor is about to catch her eye. His name? Taye Diggs. Cilic Is Suspended Nine Months for Doping Marin Cilic of Croatia, a former top 10 tennis player, tested positive for nikethamide, a stimulant; he can return to competition on Jan. 31. Bartoli talks first grand slam win Marion Bartoli, the new Wimbledon women's singles champion talks to CNN's Amanda Davies. Amanda Bynes' drunk driving case moved to mental health court LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - The drunk driving case against troubled actress and former teenage star Amanda Bynes has been moved to the mental health court at the request of her attorney, a Los Angeles judge ruled on Tuesday. 8 dead in Colorado flooding Breaking news alert, 912 a.m. ET Tuesday UPDATE 1-Marvell fails to void $1.17 bln U.S. verdict, chipmaker may owe more * Marvell shares down 2.5 pct in afternoon (Adds details from decision, comments by Marvell spokesman, share price) World Briefing | Asia U.S. Envoy Affirms Support for Universal Suffrage in Hong Kong Clifford A. Hart, the new American consul general, did not take any position on how Hong Kong should achieve a more democratic system. Smithfield shareholders OK sale to China's Shuanghui (Reuters) - Smithfield Foods Inc shareholders on Tuesday approved the pork giant's $4.7 billion sale to Shuanghui International Holdings Ltd in what is shaping up as the biggest acquisition of a... Recent Commercial Real Estate Notable properties that have been recently listed for sale, sold or leased. Applied Materials to buy Tokyo Electron for $9 billion (Reuters) - Applied Materials Inc will buy rival Tokyo Electron Ltd in an all-stock deal valued at more than $9 billion, combining the No.1 and No.3 makers of chip-making gear as demand for their products slows and it gets tougher to turn a profit. Scientists present moon rotation in full lunar glory Sept. 19 - Using data captured by a NASA satellite in orbit around the moon, scientists have created a stunning movie mosaic showing a full rotation of the moon during a lunar month. Rob Muir reports. "Disgustologist" digs deep into science of revulsion LONDON (Reuters) - Valerie Curtis is fascinated by faeces. And by vomit, pus, urine, maggots and putrid flesh. It is not the oozing, reeking substances themselves that play on her mind, but our response to them and what it can teach us. 'Massive fraud' at center of trial against BofA over U.S. mortgages NEW YORK, Sept 24 (Reuters) - Bank of America Corp's Countrywide unit placed profits over quality in a "massive fraud" selling shoddy mortgages to Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, a U.S. government lawyer... Messi Scores Hat Trick as Barcelona Cruises Lionel Messi scored a hat trick as Barcelona opened its Champions League campaign with a dominant 4-0 win over visiting Ajax. No. 25 Texas Tech Upends Texas State 33-7 Backup quarterback Davis Webb threw for two touchdowns and 310 yards to lead No. 25 Texas Tech over Texas State 33-7 on Saturday night. Oracle Team USA Now Has the Wind at Its Back Oracle Team USA won its fifth consecutive must-win race in the Americas Cup, whittling Emirates Team New Zealands lead to 8-6. DealBook JPMorgans Legal Hurdles Expected to Multiply JPMorgan Chase paid $1 billion to resolve an array of government investigations last week. But more hurdles lie ahead.

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