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Lorenzo outduels Marquez at Silverstone
Jorge Lorenzo ended Marc Marquez's four-race winning streak in MotoGP by triumphing at Silverstone in a thrilling finish. That after Marquez injured his shoulder in the warm-up.


'Fifty Shades' gets its stars
It may have been one of the most eagerly anticipated casting choices of the year, and we now know the leads in the film adaptation of "Fifty Shades of Grey."


Russia Issues Travel Warning to Its Citizens About United States and Extradition
The Foreign Ministry warned citizens wanted by the United States not to visit nations that have an extradition treaty with it, citing recent arrests.


Village pins hopes on tourism
Wandering through this remote village nestled among ancient forests and bamboo groves in China's poorest province, it's easy to imagine that life here has changed little over the centuries.


With Gibbs' Return, Creighton Star Likely Walk-On
The NCAA awarded Creighton's Grant Gibbs a sixth season of eligibility on Tuesday a decision that could end up costing coach Greg McDermott tens of thousands of dollars.


With Playoff Beard, DeLaet Enjoying Finest Form
Canada's Graham DeLaet is following the ice hockey tradition of not shaving during the playoffs and the superstition appears to be working after he shot the week's best round so far at the Deutsche Bank Championship on Sunday.


President Gains McCains Backing on Syria Attack
The White House pushed forward for Congressional approval of an attack on Syria as President Obama got qualified support from a hawkish Republican critic, Senator John McCain.


U.S. Senator Cruz will "renounce any Canadian citizenship"
Aug. 20 - After his recent trips to Iowa sparked speculation he may run for president, Texas Republican Senator Ted Cruz releases his birth certificate showing he was born in Canada to an American mother and a Cuban born father. Sarah Irwin reports.


Blackhawks Agree Contract Extension With Goalie Crawford
The Stanley Cup champion Chicago Blackhawks have agreed to a six-year contract extension with goaltender Corey Crawford, the National Hockey League team said on Monday.


Jerry Wolman, Eagles and Flyers Owner, Dies at 86
Mr. Wolman, a real estate developer, fulfilled his childhood dream of owning the N.F.L.s Philadelphia Eagles in 1963, at age 36, and also was a co-founder of the N.H.L.s Philadelphia Flyers in the 1960s.


As Summerss Odds Rise, Stimulus Easing Is Seen
Anticipation that Lawrence H. Summers will be President Obamas choice to lead the Federal Reserve Board has some investors speculating about a faster withdrawal of stimulus.


Beating tennis' big four
Tennis legends Jim Courier and John McEnroe show us why Djokovic, Murray, Nadal and Federer are so tough.


Microsoft Gets Nokia Units, and Leader
Microsoft reached an agreement to acquire the handset and services business of Nokia for more than $7.1 billion in an all-cash deal, and Stephen Elop, the chief executive of Nokia and a former Microsoft executive, will rejoin Microsoft.


No. 4 Clemson Has Best AP Poll Ranking in 25 Years
Breaking down the AP college football poll after Week 1 of the regular season.


Large earthquake hits remote Alaska waters, no tsunami seen
ANCHORAGE (Reuters) - A large 7.0 magnitude earthquake struck early on Friday in waters 57 miles off the remote Alaska island of Adak, a former U.S. Navy station that is now a commercial fishing and maritime-service center, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.


Report Drug epidemic in North Korea
North Korea's sanction-hit regime has long been accused of drug trafficking as a source of hard currency, but a new report claims drug producers are finding a ready market closer to home and that as many as two-thirds of North Koreans have used methamphetamines.


JPMorgan, ex-Bear Stearns managers win dismissal of BofA lawsuit
NEW YORK, Sept 3 (Reuters) - JPMorgan Chase Co and former Bear Stearns Cos managers Ralph Cioffi and Matthew Tannin have won the dismissal of a lawsuit in which Bank of America Corp accused them of lying in an attempt to prop up two failing hedge funds.


Pogue's Posts A Readers Question How Do You Hang Up on Voice Command?
A reader whose husband is a quadriplegic asks how to manage a voice-activated phone that requires touch for commands.


Japan aims to present steps on Fukushima water problem on Tuesday
TOKYO (Reuters) - Japan plans to craft measures as soon as Tuesday on how to handle the worsening contaminated water problem at the Fukushima nuclear plant, a senior government official said on Monday.


The top films at the North American box office
July 14 - Following are the top 10 movies at North American box offices for the three days starting July 12, led by "Despicable Me 2," according to studio estimates compiled by Reuters. 1 (1) Despicable Me 2........................$ 44.8 million 2 (*) Grown Ups 2............................$ 42.5 million 3 (*) Pacific Rim............................$ 38.3 million 4 (3) The Heat...............................$ 14.0 million 5 (2) The Lone Ranger........................$ 11.1 mi


Prison inmate rebuilds career
Former Bayern Munich player Breno is being allowed to leave prison on day release and has been given the chance to rejoin the club as part of the coaching staff at their youth academy.


Australia shares close at 3-1/2 month highs, investors eye GDP
SYDNEY, Sept 3 (Reuters) - Australian shares rose 0.2 percent on Tuesday to 3-1/2-month highs on momentum from better-than-expected Chinese manufacturing data, but investors remained cautious as...


Starboard lines up rival buyers for Smithfield Foods acquisition
CHICAGO, Sept 3 (Reuters) - Activist hedge fund Starboard Value LP said it was is working with investors interested in paying "substantially" more for Smithfield Foods Inc than the price China's...


Washington Routs No. 19 Boise State 38-6
Keith Price was back throwing touchdowns with a grin on his face, Washington returned to the shores of Lake Washington and Husky Stadium was drowning in a cacophony of noise.


Roundup As Catch Rangers in A.L. West
Coco Crisp homered for the third consecutive game as Oakland defeated Texas and pulled into a tie with them atop the American League West.


Midwest, Plains states swelter
A heatwave in parts of the Plains states and Midwest kept temperatures Monday as high as 20 degrees above normal, and it's likely to last until the end of the week.


Electric hemp scooter aims high as eco alternative
Aug. 30 - According to its Dutch developers, an electric scooter made entirely from natural materials, including around 80 percent hemp, offers a sustainable alternative to fossil fuel power. The Be.e scooter has enough power on a single charge to travel for 80 km at speeds of up to 25 km/h - ideal for fast and flexible city travel. Matthew Stock reports.


'Despicable Me' minions top Sandler's 'Grown Ups 2' at box office
July 14 (Reuters) - The mighty minions of "Despicable Me 2" fought off a challenge from Adam Sandler's new comedy sequel "Grown Ups 2" to top the weekend movie charts in the United States and Canada, according to studio estimates.


Impact Your World How to help
CNN Films' "Girl Rising" tells the stories of girls across the globe and the power of education to change the world. Are you inspired to help the cause of girls' education around the world? You can make an impact in many ways, but by just being aware of the issue, you can spread the word. By acting in your own community, you can make a global difference.


India Ink Why Women Journalists in India Still Cant Have It All
Even the most ambitious female journalists have to take into consideration the menace of sexual harassment as they go about their professional lives.


Elenore Patterson, Pavan Bhatraju
The couple are internists at NYU Langone Medical Center, Bellevue Hospital Center and Manhattan Veterans Affairs Hospital.


Former Scoring Champ T-Mac Retires From NBA After 16 Years
Seven-time All-Star Tracy McGrady, a shooting guard renowned for his exceptional athleticism, announced on Monday that he was retiring from the National Baseketball Association (NBA) after 16 years in the league.


Russia Rejects U.S. Evidence on Syrian Chemical Attack
Foreign Minister Sergey V. Lavrov dismissed as unconvincing the evidence presented by Secretary of State John Kerry, indicating that Russia would continue to block action at the United Nations.


U.C. Berkeley Exonerated in Case on Anti-Semitism
A complaint was dismissed against the University of California at Berkeley that accused the school of failing in its duty to prevent anti-Semitic harassment during campus protests.


Serial killer movie escapes ban
Few African films have created as much buzz recently as "Of Good Report," a dark tale of a high school teacher who becomes obsessed with a 16-year-old female pupil.


Carlos Slim increases stake in NY Times
Oct 6 (Reuters) - Carlos Slim, the Mexican billionaire who loaned the New York Times Co $250 million, has upped his stake in the company for the third time in two months.


Allies Intelligence on Syria All Points to Assad Forces
The United States and its allies differ on some intelligence estimates when it comes to chemical weapons use in Syria, but all agree that only the Assad government had the means to launch attacks.


Lionel Messi Backs Madrid 2020 Games Bid
Barcelona's Argentina forward Lionel Messi has thrown his support behind Madrid's bid for the right to host the 2020 Olympic Games.


'Never, ever give up'
Diana Nyad was less than 10 miles shy Monday morning of reaching a goal she's been chasing for 35 years.


Japan's newest rocket fails to lift off
TOKYO (Reuters) - Japan's first new rocket in 12 years failed to lift off on Tuesday, dealing a potential blow to hopes that Japan may be able to take a larger share of the growing, multi-billion dollar satellite launch industry.


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