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News Feed Latest worldwide news Hedge funds enjoy post-crisis popularity with 'safe' image LONDON (Reuters) - Hedge funds may be making their clients less money than mainstream financial markets, but with their portfolios increasingly seen as a safer, low-volatility option in a tough... 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. Artificial scarcity at iPhone launch-CNET's Molly Wood Sept. 20 - Apple created a false sense of demand for its new iPhones by not offering them for pre-sale and by severely limiting supplies of some models, including the 5S gold. Bobbi Rebell reports. Global Soccer Gareth Bale and Mesut zil Debut With New Clubs Gareth Bale and Mesut zil both shone with their new squads Saturday, but neither player would have started but for their willingness to risk their health and clubs urgency to get them on the field. The Learning Network Blog 6 Qs About the News | Economy Improves, but Household Income Stays Flat How do you think Americans should respond to this government report on incomes, poverty and health insurance? What do you think should be done to raise the standard of living for most Americans? Red Bulls Coach Is Low-Tech The Red Bulls will be seeking their fourth straight win when they face visiting Dallas on Sunday evening. Merkel romps to victory but faces tough coalition choices BERLIN (Reuters) - Angela Merkel won a landslide personal victory in Germany's general election on Sunday, but her conservatives appeared just short of the votes needed to rule on their own and may have to convince leftist rivals to join a coalition government. With Officials Conviction, China Calls Attention to Its Crackdown on Corruption With Bo Xilai banished to life in prison, the Communist Party stepped up its efforts to convince the public that his trial proved that leaders were serious about rooting out corruption. World Briefing | Africa Central African Republic Leader Turns Against Rebels Who Put Him in Power The rebel group that swept to power in March was dissolved by a decree issued by the very president it had installed, according to state radio. Alan Berliners First Cousin Once Removed Alan Berliners documentary First Cousin Once Removed follows Edwin Honig and his struggles with Alzheimers disease. Your solstice traditions If Stonehenge is anything to go by, summer celebrations have a millennia-old history. While the ancient druids may have commemorated the fertility of the season, many of us are just happy to get outdoors. NEWSMAKER Carney on IMF, inflation how he got his new job Incoming Bank of England governor Mark Carney explains where he differs with the IMF on austerity, central bank inflation targeting and how he was made Bank of England chief even though he's Canadian. The multi-billion-dollar fight for national sovereignty - Felix TV Elliott vs. Argentina is one of those court cases so important and complex that only a Power Ranger, Transformers, Legos and wooden trains can possibly do it justice. (November 30, 2012) A Nun Lends a Voice of Skepticism on the Use of Poison Gas by Syria Mother Agnes Mariam of the Cross, who said videos of the victims were fake, has been lauded by supporters of the Syrian government and vilified by the opposition. World Briefing | Europe Russia Coast Guard Boards Greenpeace Ship in Arctic Armed Russian officers boarded a Greenpeace ship that was circling an Arctic oil platform on Thursday after Moscow accused the environmentalist group of aggressive and provocative behavior. Mixing football politics in Egypt CNN's Karl Penhaul reports on Egypt's football "hooligans" supporting former president Morsy. Smartphones to last a lifetime What if you could buy a smartphone that would last you for the rest of your life? UPDATE 2-Sailing-A win and a gift keep Oracle alive in America's Cup SAN FRANCISCO, Sept 20 (Reuters) - Oracle Team USA again staved off elimination in the America's Cup on Friday, catching a huge break when the day's first race was abandoned for exceeding the time limit with Emirates Team New Zealand far ahead, and then coming back to win a second race in stronger breezes. App Smart Keep Those Due Dates From Sneaking Up on You Mobile devices can be powerful personal finance tools, with apps that make managing and paying bills easier, if not more enjoyable. Capitals to Host Winter Classic The N.H.L.s chief operating officer, John Collins, and the Capitals owner, Ted Leonsis, formally announced that the Winter Classic would be held in Washington in 2015. Late UTEP Coach Haskins Among Lapchick Winners Naismith Hall of Famer Don Haskins, who led Texas Western to one of the most memorable NCAA championships, women's basketball pioneer Theresa Grentz and former Iowa and USC coach George Raveling have been selected as the 2013 recipients of the Lapchick Character Award, Bayern draw Man City European Champions League holders Bayern Munich are paired with English side Manchester City in the group stages of the continent's most prestigious club competition while Barcelona and AC Milan are drawn together. Real Estate Q A Subjects include co-op rules about visitors; lease renewal; and the rights of renters when buildings convert to condominiums. FA acts on 'yid' chanting The "Y" word being used in some soccer chants is stirring up controversy over anti-semitism. QA Scanning Printed Documents for Editing Also, opening the Macs downloads folder and checking more than one Gmail account in the same browser. Restaurant Review Estela in NoLIta At Estela, the little differences keep boredom at bay. Japan approves three new lung drugs from Western firms LONDON (Reuters) - Japan has approved three new lung drugs from Western companies, underscoring how the world's second-biggest medicines market is opening up as an important growth driver for international pharmaceuticals groups. Liz Gerrings Glacier Opens Peak Performances Series Peak Performances is opening its season with a new work by the abstract choreographer Liz Gerring. QA Adding the Right Amount of RAM How to upgrade the memory on a MacBook pro laptop and other OS X computers, and resizing the tiles on the Windows 8 start screen. Week 3 N.F.L. Matchups New Orleans could just as easily be 0-2 if it wasnt for Rob Ryans revamped defense, but Carson Palmer has been relatively successful in past matchups against Ryan-coached defenses. Anti-homophobia rainbow campaign hit by controversy (Reuters) - - An anti-homophobia campaign encouraging British soccer players to wear rainbow-colored laces this weekend has run into controversy before the boots are even tied up. Reuters Breakingviews The 3 key German election issues Sept. 20 - German voters go to the polls on Sunday. Breakingviews tells us what the three main issues facing them are. Plus, does an IPO from a brash London real estate agent signal the top of the market? T Magazine The Daily Shoe | Salvatore Ferragamo Python Heels from a Desert-Inspired Collection T plucks the best shoes right off the runway. Todays pick python heels from a desert-inspired collection, fit for an urban landscape. Environment Groups Set for New Fight Over Drilling on U.S.-Managed Utah Land The Bureau of Land Management plans to open some of the San Rafael Swell in central Utah to oil and gas drilling. Spain Beat Croatia to Win Eurobasket Bronze Outgoing champions Spain claimed their fourth successive podium finish after beating Croatia 92-66 in the bronze medal match at the European basketball championship in Slovenia on Sunday. 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. Jorie Waterman, Laurence Jurdem The bride works for eBay; the groom is pursuing a doctorate in 2oth-century American political history. Alonso eyes 2014 after Vettel strolls again SINGAPORE (Reuters) - Fernando Alonso recognized the Formula One title battle was effectively over on Sunday after his skill and a calculated gamble with the tires were still no match for championship leader Sebastian Vettel at the Singapore Grand Prix. Meet the ultra-competitive travelers Impressed with your 10 passport stamps? These people can bag those in a week ... a slow week. N.F.L. Roundup Linebacker for 49ers Is Arrested After Crash San Franciscos Aldon Smith was arrested Friday on suspicion of driving under the influence and marijuana possession, after his truck was involved in an accident.

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