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News Feed Latest worldwide news Whats On Wednesday Television highlights. UPDATE 1-Chinese firm wins Turkey's missile defence system tender ISTANBUL, Sept 26 (Reuters) - Turkey on Thursday chose a Chinese defense firm CPMIEC to co-produce a $4 billion long-range air and missile defense system, rejecting rival bids from Russian, U.S. and European firms. Samsung dazzles phablet followers with more girth, size SEOUL (Reuters) - Samsung Electronics Co Ltd is seeking to dazzle followers of the phablet with bigger screens, and even possibly with a curved one, in its attempt to fence off a segment of smartphones once mocked for their girth and size. 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. Wall Street breaks spell; Penney turns on a dime Sep. 26 - Summary Stocks rally for the first time in six sessions thanks to a drop in weekly jobless claims; J.C. Penney changes mind about needing extra cash; Republicans stand firm as shutdown looms; Jamie Dimon does face-to-face with DOJ. Conway G. Gittens reports. Bits Amazon Updates Kindle Fire Line A day after Microsoft announced plans for its new Surface tablets, Amazon refreshed the Kindle Fire line. The tablet wars are just getting started. Alonso saves cycling team Ferrari star Fernando Alonso has decided to buy the cash-strapped Spanish Euskaltel Euskadi cycling team. Liberia's Charles Taylor loses appeal against war crimes conviction Sept. 26 - Former Liberian President Charles Taylor loses his appeal against a war-crimes conviction for encouraging rebels in neighboring Sierra Leone during its civil war. Mana Rabiee reports. Republicans See Keystone Pipeline as a Card to Play in Last-Minute Fiscal Talks Activists who oppose the Keystone XL pipeline say they are increasingly alarmed that the project might become a bargaining chip in negotiations to avert a fiscal crisis. Davis Is Expected to Run for Texas Governor Wendy Davis, the Democratic state senator who gained prominence for a filibuster in June against an abortion bill, has reportedly told supporters she is entering the race. Download, print, fire Museum acquires 3D-printed gun The Victoria and Albert Museum in London, UK has acquired two models of the world's first 3D-printed gun. Spaniards seek justice in Argentina for Franco-era crimes MADRID (Reuters) - Hundreds of Spaniards have turned to an Argentine court to seek justice for crimes committed during the 36-year dictatorship of General Francisco Franco in a case that threatens to... T Magazine The Daily Shoe | A Feathery, Crystal-Encrusted Confection at Rochas T plucks the best shoes right off the runway. Todays pick a flamboyant variation on the boudoir slipper. Becker tours hometown Three-time Wimbledon champion Boris Becker talks about his career and his first tennis court. The Mystery of the Ordinary A look at the Ren Magritte survey at the Museum of Modern Art. Hungry City Kura in the East Village At Kura in the East Village, Norihiro Ishizuka prepares sushi with a genial smile and a generous hand. Murray gives thumbs up after operation Andy Murray hopes to return to training in November after undergoing a successful operation on a troublesome back injury. Canadian Natural told to drain Alberta lake due to oil sands leak CALGARY, Alberta (Reuters) - Canadian Natural Resources Ltd has been ordered to drain a lake on the site of its northern Alberta oil sands project so that contamination on the lake's bottom, from a leak that has been spilling tar-like bitumen for months, can be cleaned up. Currents | Lighting Soaked, Not Welded OverNight lamps are made of stained glass panels immersed in a copper plating bath. IMF official says U.S. Fed mindful of global impact BOGOTA (Reuters) - Latin America's growth outlook is shaky and a delay in pulling back economic stimulus in the United States shows the Federal Reserve is mindful of the impact its actions can have... Tennis greats gather for reunion A group of exclusive players, including Roger Federer and Andy Roddick, met on the sidelines of the U.S. Open. Kunitz Leads Penguins to 5-1 Win Over Red Wings Chris Kunitz had two goals and an assist to help the Pittsburgh Penguins beat the Detroit Red Wings 5-1 on Wednesday night in an exhibition game. Kings of Leon draws on sounds of its past for 'Mechanical Bull' NEW YORK (Reuters) - Grammy-winning Kings of Leon marked a decade in music with a new album on Tuesday which critics have praised for showcasing the best of the band's talents while still moving forward in its sound. Dance Review Roberto Bolle Performs With Friends at City Center Roberto Bolle and Friends, a dance gala organized as part of a year of Italian culture, was presented Tuesday night at City Center. Doggie Weight Watchers With waistlines expanding, some chubby dogs are being sent to fitness programs to get slim and trim. Economix Blog The Path to Government Dysfunction A loss of leadership leverage, gerrymandering and political donations are among the reasons for the looming government shutdown, but so is a disregard of facts, an economist writes. U.S. to consider relaxing rules on using electronics in flight NEW YORK, Sept 26 (Reuters) - Airplane passengers would be allowed broader use of mobile devices, laptops and tablets during flights, under a proposal U.S. air safety regulators are due to begin considering next week. Square Feet Future Takes Shape for Bell Labs Site The vacant research complex, once marked for demolition, and the surrounding land is to be redeveloped into offices, retail space and luxury housing. Panic button-equipped Amazon Kindles join gadget battle SEATTLE (Reuters) - Amazon.com Inc has begun selling faster and lighter versions of its Kindle tablet with a unique video helpdesk feature aimed at giving it a leg-up over Apple Inc and Google Inc during the holiday season. From Art to T. Rex, Shutdown Stirs Worry Federally financed cultural institutions are scurrying to come up with contingency plans ahead of a possible government shutdown. The harm that casinos do David Frum says casinos are more than an entertaining diversion. They extract money from those least able to afford it. 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. After Rewarding Merkel, Germans Seek Focus at Home The German election showed that above all, the country appreciates the stable, safe course that Chancellor Angela Merkel charted during her first two terms. U.S. SEC says big Ponzi scheme targeted investors in Japan Sept 26 (Reuters) - The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission said it has uncovered an "extensive and egregious" Ponzi scheme run by a Las Vegas executive who raised more than $800 million from thousands of investors, mainly from Japan, over nearly 15 years. Briefly Education Duke's China Campus Approved Duke University has received final approval from the Chinese Education Ministry for its planned campus in Kunshan, near Shanghai. Sports Spread Can Spurs pupil teach Chelsea master a lesson Sept. 26 - Can Andre Villas-Boas put one over on his old boss Jose Mourinho when Tottenham take on Chelsea? Plus top tips on other weekend Premier League games. Palestinian leader urges world powers to rein in Israeli settlements UNITED NATIONS (Reuters) - Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas said on Thursday that "time is running out" for Middle East peace efforts and urged world powers to rein in Israeli settlement construction that he said could undermine U.S.-sponsored negotiations. Gunman in Afghan Army Uniform Kills Coalition Soldier Though insider attacks are down, it was the second time in a week that a person thought to be an Afghan soldier turned his weapon on foreign troops. Back Problem Could Keep Swede Hanson Out of Seve Trophy A recurring back problem may prevent Ryder Cup stalwart Peter Hanson from representing Continental Europe in next week's Seve Trophy match against Britain and Ireland at St Nom-la-Breteche on the outskirts of Paris. Britney Spears gets Las Vegas show Britney Spears is about to hit the Strip.

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