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News Feed Latest worldwide news Music Match Two Artists Make Cashs Folsom Prison Blues Their Own Brandi Carlile, out of Seattle and Keb Mo, out of Nashville, add fresh twists on Johnny Cashs signature song. Editor's choice Our top photos from the past 24 hours. NCAA eases Penn State sanctions In an unprecedented action, the NCAA is restoring scholarships to the Penn State University football team that were originally lost last year when the school was sanctioned for its handling of the Jerry Sandusky child sex abuse scandal. Human-powered helicopter flies into aviation history July 11 - A team from Toronto has won the long-coveted Sikorsky prize by using human power alone to fly an aircraft. The team, called AreroVelo Inc., achieved the feat on June 13, securing a $250,000 prize that has been on offer for 33 years, but never before awarded. Rob Muir reports. Personal Health Dietary Report Card Disappoints An analysis of Americans diets from 1970 to 2010 reveals we have a way to go in cutting down on harmful fats and starches to ward off obesity, diabetes and heart disease. 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. Discuss cancer-reducing meds with at-risk women panel NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Doctors should talk with women who are at higher-than-average risk of breast cancer about medications that would reduce that risk so they can make informed decisions, a government-backed panel said today. U.S. home prices up, but slip in confidence could be a concern NEW YORK (Reuters) - U.S. home prices slowed their rate of gains in July and a dip in consumer confidence this month underscored the potential for higher borrowing costs and a sluggish economy to... Wiebe Wins Champions Event in Hawaii in Playoff Mark Wiebe birdied the 18th hole to force a playoff and beat Corey Pavin on the second extra hole to win the Pacific Links Hawaii Championship on Sunday. Navratilova vs. Cash Open Court's Pat Cash takes to the court with 18-time grand slam winner Martina Navratilova. Four men now charged in Chicago shooting that hurt 13 CHICAGO (Reuters) - Gang members sprayed bullets into a Chicago city park last week - injuring a three-year-old boy and 12 other people - after one of them had been grazed by a bullet hours earlier, police said on Tuesday. The Backlash to the American Invasion of the Booker Prize Next year, the Man Booker Prize will be open to any work originally written in English and published in Britain, bringing concerns that American novels will dominate. The White House Honors Design Award Winners Michelle Obama was the host of the luncheon for the honorees, who include architects, fashion designers, urban planners and others who work in the design fields. 3 Favorite Journeys on a Bike Cycle around western Ireland, Paris and Lake Champlain as three writers take you along on their favorite bike rides. UPDATE 2-Fed following up on report of unusual trading around FOMC statement WASHINGTON, Sept 24 (Reuters) - The U.S. Federal Reserve said on Tuesday it was following up with news organizations over a report of unusual trading around the release of its monetary policy... Housing Recovery Seems Still on Track Home values and home prices are rising, according to several surveys. Business behind the World Cup Alex Thomas takes a look at the marketing drive leading up to the most widely watched sporting event in the world. Ghana's tricky commute CNN's Errol Barnett discovers some of the innovative and creative ways Ghanaians handle the challenges of commuting. Stephen E. Malawista, Lyme Disease Researcher, Dies at 79 Dr. Malawista and his team were credited with defining an ailment that was causing distress in Connecticut. Bits Blog Answers to Readers Questions About Electronics on Planes With an advisory panel expected to recommend relaxing restrictions on electronics on planes, The Timess Nick Bilton answered questions on what changes could mean for travelers. Raikkonen switch to wake up Alonso? The man who made Formula One's bravest comeback - Niki Lauda - has given his seal of approval to Kimi Raikkonen's dramatic decision to return to Ferrari. U.S. Senate leader asks CFTC to look into RINs pricing WASHINGTON, Sept 24 (Reuters) - The head of the Senate Agriculture Committee asked the regulator of the U.S. futures markets on Tuesday to investigate whether there was manipulation of the price of biofuel credits, known as RINs. Phonebloks A new concept in phones What if you could buy a smart phone that would last you for the rest of your life? T Magazine Groomed for Greatness | A Simple Line That Promises to Thicken Guys Hair Martial Vivots elegant styling aids rely on an enzyme used in anti-aging products, to fortify mens strands. Serbia Reaches Davis Cup Final Serbia reached the Davis Cup final after Janko Tipsarevic won the decisive singles match against Vasek Pospisil to clinch a 3-2 victory over Canada. New "walking shark" species identified off Indonesia Sept. 5 - A new species of epaulette shark has been discovered in waters off a remote Indonesian island. Officially called Hemiscyllium halmahera, the shark was first seen by divers in 2008 as it "walked" along the sea floor, but has only now been identified as a new species. Rob Muir reports. Mexico to revise 2014 budget after storms, death toll around 115 MEXICO CITY (Reuters) - Mexico's Congress will revise its proposed 2014 budget in the wake of some of the worst storm damage in decades, President Enrique Pena Nieto said on Sunday as the death toll from widespread flooding and mudslides rose to some 115. Obama "encouraged" on Iran, but roadblocks still exist Sept. 24 - U.S. President Barack Obama tells the U.N. General Assembly that there should be a basis for an agreement on Iran's nuclear ambitions but that the roadblocks will be difficult to overcome. Rough Cut (no reporter narration). Powerful Oracle moves a step closer to keeping America's Cup SAN FRANCISCO (Reuters) - Oracle Team USA moved a step closer to keeping the America's Cup on Monday, winning the day's only race and yet again preventing challenger Emirates Team New Zealand from clinching the trophy. Phonebloks A new concept in phones What if you could buy a smart phone that would last you for the rest of your life? DealBook New York Still Investigating Trading on Early Access Eric T. Schneiderman, New Yorks attorney general, said on Tuesday that his office was still scrutinizing high-speed trading based on early looks at sensitive data. No. 15 Michigan Dodges Upset, Beats UConn 24-21 Michigan was making a mess of another game against a heavy underdog, when Desmond Morgan snatched away Connecticut's chance for a huge upset. The laser light that could cut cyclist deaths It looks like a regular bike light, but one day a Blaze could save your life. T Magazine On View | Art Comes to the Interstate The Manifest Destiny Billboard Project is a cross-country exhibition of roadside posters stretching from Jacksonville to Los Angeles. Microsoft prepares to pay more to keep top executives during CEO search SEATTLE (Reuters) - Microsoft Corp's board has authorized special stock awards to hold onto top executives as the world's largest software company searches for a new chief executive officer, according to a regulatory filing made public on Monday. Secret Recordings Reveal Mubaraks Frank Views on a Range of Subjects The recordings offer a rare glimpse into former Egyptian President Hosni Mubaraks attitudes about Washington, Israel, Jews, the Muslim Brotherhood and himself. Fed uncertainty knocks FTSE, Aberdeen pares gains * Croda boosted by Credit Suisse upgrade (Updates prices) Off-balance, cliff-edge hotel It's awkward, possibly ingenious; designers hope to create a building that will make Lima an international sensation. The Learning Network Blog Do You Always Have Your Phone or Tablet at Your Side? Student Opinion | Do you set limits on being accessible via phone and social media? Well Ask Well Sleep or Exercise? The Phys Ed columnist Gretchen Reynolds responds to readers questions about fitness.

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