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News Feed Latest worldwide news Blackstone's Equity Office buys Hughes Center in Las Vegas NEW YORK, Sept 20 (Reuters) - Equity Office Properties, a subsidiary of Blackstone Group LP, on Friday said it bought Hughes Center, a portfolio of 10 office buildings, in Las Vegas for $347... UPDATE 1-European agency recommends Novo haemophilia drug for approval * Sees Europe approval in two to three months-CSO (Adds details, CSO comments, share price) Even in a U.S. government shutdown, Obamacare exchanges could function NEW YORK, Sept 21 (Reuters) - U.S. State officials behind the launch of President Barack Obama's healthcare reform on Oct. 1 say they could weather a federal government shutdown, though the scenario... America's Cup showdown postponed due to weather SAN FRANCISCO (Reuters) - Fluky weather prevented America's Cup racing on Saturday, extending at least one more day a regatta that Emirates Team New Zealand a week ago appeared to have all but won against defender Oracle Team USA. Entrepreneur starts his version of Harvard, tuition-free SAN FRANCISCO (Reuters) - Minerva Schools of KGI doesn't yet have accreditation, a campus or even a full faculty roster, but it is offering something even Harvard can't - four years of free tuition... Football Bayern catches Dortmund Josep Guardiola hails Bayern Munich's best Bundesliga performance this season after his side crushes Schalke 4-0 on Saturday to stay second in the league. Duplex, by Kathryn Davis A schoolteacher takes an unusual lover in Kathryn Daviss novel of fantastical suburbia. GSK, Prosensa muscular dystrophy drug misses study goal LONDON, Sept 20 (Reuters) - An experimental drug for Duchenne muscular dystrophy from GlaxoSmithKline and Prosensa failed to meet its goal in a late-stage clinical trial, the companies said on Friday. UNC Tells Company Not to Use McDonald on Website North Carolina athletic officials have ordered a company that makes designer mouth guards to stop using a Tar Heels basketball player to promote its brand. The Pixies sound off The Pixies have just played their signature anthem, "Where is My Mind." As the crowd begs for an encore, Black Francis stands alone at center stage, an uncharacteristic grin spread across his usually enigmatic features. Leafs Rally for 3-2 SO Win Over Sabres The Toronto Maple Leafs rallied for two goals in the third-period and then went 15 rounds in the shootout to earn a 3-2 win and hand the Buffalo Sabres their first loss of the preseason Saturday night. Arab cartoonist The Middle East is a strange, and at times perilous, hotbed for caricature. Emmys 2013 The red carpet On television's most glamorous night, here's how stars appeared on Hollywood's red carpet. Angela Merkel Europe's Mrs. Nein She is widely liked in Germany but hated in the troubled countries of the eurozone. As the leading figure in the fight against the region's financial crisis, Chancellor Angela Merkel is used to saying no. 12 Are Killed in Raid by Security Forces in Western China The killings took place in the restive Xinjiang region as the police raided what they called a terrorist hub, according to a report Wednesday by Radio Free Asia. ArtsBeat American Ballet Theater Announces Diversity Program American Ballet Theater has begun a partnership with the Boys and Girls Clubs of America and regional ballet companies aimed at increasing the number of dancers from minority groups. Swiss engineers bring acoustic solution to noise pollution Aug. 29 - Acoustic engineers at EPFL in Switzerland are developing a sound tracking system they say will help regulators control traffic flow and reduce road noise. The World Health Organization says road noise is a major contributor to poor health in Europe but by monitoring traffic flow, the engineers think they can help. Tara Cleary reports. Money flows into equity funds in September -TrimTabs Sept 22 (Reuters) - Investors have pushed $48.9 billion into equity mutual funds and exchange-traded funds so far in September, approaching January's $66.3 billion record, data from research provider TrimTabs showed on Sunday. On the Road Lucky Breaks, or Not, for Travelers Excellent service, and surly service. Great prices, and outlandish prices. All part of a typical business trips ups and downs. Williams' toughest challenge Serena Williams opens up about her fifth U.S. Open victory and the medical condition that almost ended her career. Royal baby a retail giant UK retailers are riding the wave of excitement over Prince William and Kate Middletons baby all the way to the bank. Spending, from collectibles to celebratory libations, is expected to exceed $300 million. Don't be shocked by pope William Donohue says Pope Francis is not about to turn the Catholic Church upside down and inside out. At TV's Emmy awards, gritty may prevail over glossy LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - If it was a good year for American television, Sunday's Primetime Emmy awards could make it a great year for the grittier side of the TV grid, led by a drama about a cancer-stricken chemistry teacher who cooks crystal meth. Radio City Plans a Spring Spectacular, Heart Lights A section of Heart Lights, the Rockettes first spring production at Radio City Music Hall since 1997, will be unveiled on Wednesday on Americas Got Talent. 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. MARKET PULSE-Prosensa, Zillow, FireEye, Tibco, gold stocks (For more market insights, including options activity, click on ; for the Day Ahead newsletter http//link.reuters.com/mex49s; for the Morning News Call newsletter, http//link.reuters.com/nex49s) Global Soccer Real Madrid Makes Its Intentions Known The club, looking for its 10th European title, scored six times as it destroyed Galatasaray in the Champions League. Preview Red Bulls Encounter Cleared the Air After last weeks impressive victory at Houston, the Red Bulls return home to face struggling Toronto on Saturday night. REFILE-Same firm checked background of Navy Yard shooter, Snowden WASHINGTON, Sept 19 (Reuters) - The same company that scrutinized former spy agency contractor Edward Snowden for a U.S. government security clearance said on Thursday it also checked the background... Furyk makes history at Conway Farms Jim Furyk entered the golf record books by becoming the sixth man to shoot a 59 on the PGA Tour. His stunning round included an eagle and 11 birdies. Little hope for 68 missing in Mexican village mudslide President ACAPULCO (Reuters) - Sixty-eight people were missing on Saturday after a mudslide caused by torrential rains that have already killed more than 100 people across Mexico buried a mountain village and President Enrique Pena Nieto said there was little hope any had survived. Cartoonists draw dangerous lines In many ways, the Middle East makes a strange -- and at times perilous -- hotbed for caricature. Giving airline food a lift Take a look inside airline catering company Gate Gourmet's Hong Kong kitchens where they make their in-flight meals. Your Money Adviser Relief From Student Loan Debt for Public Service Workers The federal government is trying to encourage more participation in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program, which has been underused. Rehabilitating veterans A golf program is helping medically retired veterans adjust to civilian life. El Salvador Ban 14 Players for Life for Fixing El Salvador have banned 14 players for life for match-fixing, including some of their best-known and most experienced players. Entrepreneur starts his version of Harvard, tuition-free SAN FRANCISCO (Reuters) - Minerva Schools of KGI doesn't yet have accreditation, a campus or even a full faculty roster, but it is offering something even Harvard can't - four years of free tuition... Atop the Puck Building The SoHo beacon, built in 1885, is going to be a residential destination for the first time in its history. Iran Human rights activist freed Nasrin Sotoudeh, a prominent Iranian human rights activist, has been released from an Iranian prison where she's been jailed since 2010, her husband, Reza Khandan, told CNN Wednesday. Currents | Deals Discounts at DApostrophe, Ligne Roset and Ann Gish Bargains on sofas, beds and other home furnishings.

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