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News Feed Latest worldwide news President Rouhani says Iran won't develop nuclear weapons Iranian President Hassan Rouhani vowed Wednesday that his country will never develop nuclear weapons, telling NBC News that he is open to diplomatically resolving issues surrounding his country's controversial nuclear program. Indianapolis policeman killed responding to domestic disturbance INDIANAPOLIS (Reuters) - A 41-year-old Indianapolis police officer was shot and killed Friday as he tried to help a woman and her infant who were being held hostage, police said. Pettitte hanging up pinstripes The New York Yankees' Andy Pettitte, the winningest pitcher in post-season history, will retire after this season, the Yankees said Friday. U.S. stocks needn't fret about a government shutdown NEW YORK (Reuters) - Investors may be tempted to shy away from stocks in the next week or two as the latest version of the fiscal follies plays out in Washington. Nigerian forces fight Islamists near lawmakers' Abuja quarters ABUJA, Sept 20 (Reuters) - Nigerian forces and members of Boko Haram clashed in a shoot out near the main residential compound for lawmakers in Abuja on Friday, state security services said, the first clash involving Islamist militants in the capital this year. India Ink India Moves to Transform Its Pension System A draft legislation aimed at reform in the pension sector, does not address the core objectives of pension reducing uncertainty, vulnerability and poverty in old age, expert says. Soros raises JC Penney stake but two big investors exit in Q2 BOSTON (Reuters) - Billionaire investor and philanthropist George Soros likes ailing retailer JC Penney so much that he added another 2 million shares to his already large investment, according to... Wooing, and Also Resenting, Chinese Tourists Mainland Chinese have become the worlds biggest tourism spenders, but their numbers have also placed them among the most resented tourists. Bryan Cranston, the man of the moment Right now, Bryan Cranston is The Man. Bolivia celebrates man claiming to be world's oldest Sept. 5 - A ceremony to honor a Bolivian man claiming to be 123 years old is held by local authorities. Tara Cleary reports. For Furyk, Another One Lips Cup Zach Johnson shot a six-under 65 and birdied three of the last seven holes to finish 16 under to win the BMW Championship, snatching victory from Jim Furyk, who shot a 71 and finished 13 under. Yangon, Once Frozen in Time, Inches Forward Myanmars halting political progress is reflected in Yangon, a city that swells with new opportunity despite numerous problems. Three videos explore these shifts. Racing's $186 million man Heavyweight champions share a variety of qualities -- but one that often exposes their true nature is the desire for more success as soon as it is achieved. Global Soccer Johan Cruyff, the Great Outsider As a player and coach for both Barcelona and Ajax, Johan Cruyff helped the two clubs perfect their styles, but now he is involved with neither after feuding with their boards. Professor Says He Has Solved a Mystery Over a Slaves Novel A novel praised for its dramatic depiction of Southern life in the mid-1850s became a best seller, but its tantalizing secret the authors identity may have been solved. Roundup Dodgers Wrap Up N.L. West Title; Red Sox Clinch Spot Hanley Ramirez homered twice as Los Angeles beat Arizona and won its division for the first time since 2009, and John Lackey led Boston past Baltimore for the Red Sox first playoff berth since 2009. The Learning Network Blog 6 Qs About the News | Teenagers Help Create a 21st-Century Portrait of the Country Look through the slide show of photographs taken by teenagers. What are your favorite images? Why? The rise of Netflix Netflix used to mail DVDs. Now it's primed for a big night at the Emmys, as Nischelle Turner reports. Giants Close-Up A closer look at the Broncos victory over the Giants. World bank warns Bulgaria over ageing population SOFIA (Reuters) - Bulgaria is heading for the steepest drop in the working-age population in the European Union that will impose a heavy burden on the Balkan country's economy, the World Bank said in... Sailing-Skippers bicker as weather delays America's Cup racing SAN FRANCISCO, Sept 20 (Reuters) - The skippers of Emirates Team New Zealand and Oracle Team USA quarreled over wind limits after weather interrupted the America's Cup for a third straight day and threatened the Kiwis' chance of clinching the trophy on Friday. UPDATE 1-U.S. singer Selena Gomez cancels Russian concerts (Adds confirmation from Gomez's representative, online petition) Phys Ed How Physical Fitness May Promote School Success Physically fit children absorb and retain new information more effectively than children who are out of shape, a new study finds, raising timely questions about the wisdom of slashing schools physical education programs. Greek Killing Raises Fears of Extremism European officials expressed concern about a rise in hate-fueled violence after Greek demonstrators protested the killing of an antifascist activist that the police blamed on a supporter of the right-wing Golden Dawn party. House Passes Spending Bill Cutting Health Funds, Drawing Obamas Scorn In a 230-to-189 vote, Republicans passed a stopgap spending bill that would strip all funding for President Obamas health care law, setting up a fiscal showdown. Meet 'tunnel moles' who clean Chunnel It's approaching midnight at the bottom of the English Channel and a team of eager "tunnel moles" stands poised for a busy night's work. Final season of 'Mad Men' split in half The final season of "Mad Men" will be expanded to 14 episodes, but you'll only get half of it next year. AMC announced today that it will split the seventh season of the Madison Avenue-in-the-'60s drama into two parts, with the first half airing in spring 2014 and the second half debuting in spring 2015. Essay Would I Let My Son Play Football? The writer lobbied his parents for a chance to play tackle football when he turned 8, but, he says, because it worked out well for him does not mean it will work out well for everyone. Police chief freed in Philippines The police chief of a city in the southern Philippines was briefly held captive Tuesday by Muslim rebels who have been fighting security forces for the past several days. Syria moving chemical weapons? Anderson looks into reports of Syria moving chemical weapons with David Kay and Christopher Dickey Making luxury affordable CNN's Rosie Tomkins explores the concept of "fractional ownership" in the luxury yacht and private jet industries. Editor's Choice Our best photos from the last 24 hours. Alabama-AM Best CBS Afternoon Rating Since '90 Defending national champion Alabama's win over Heisman Trophy winner Johnny Manziel and Texas AM has drawn the highest preliminary television rating for an afternoon regular-season college football game on CBS in 23 years. This is Z10, the first BlackBerry 10 handset Research In Motion is no more! BlackBerry is the new company name and the Z10 is the first BlackBerry 10 handset. Here's a quick overview of the new phone. Bankers warn of long crisis as rich seek comfort LONDON (Reuters) - Private banks are telling their clients financial volatility surrounding Europe's debt crisis will continue for at least a year as more of the continent's rich seek the comfort of... Why Pope Francis won't shock us A frank interview with Pope Francis has surprised many. But one commentator says he is not about to turn the Catholic Church upside down. Breakingviews Lloyds better value than Barclays Sept. 16 - Investors looking for a cheap way into the UK banking sector are spoilt for choice. Barclays shares from a 5.8 bln pound issue are cheaper, but Lloyds shares from a government sale down look better. UPDATE 3-Deal on Telecom Italia future still elusive after surprise talks * Share sale or disposal of Brazil unit seen as main options Russia Cuts Budget to Try to Spur Growth It was the clearest sign yet that officials do not expect the nations economy to revive soon and are ready to try a new policy. Escaping New Orleans' mean streets Nearly 30 years ago, Lisa Fitzpatrick was the target of a gang initiation.

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