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News Feed Latest worldwide news Mandelas Condition Remains Critical but Stable The South African government said that former President Nelson Mandelas health remained critical but stable, requiring medical interventions. Theater Review In Stockholm, the Blades Are Drawn From the Start Bryony Laverys Stockholm, at Stageworks/Hudson, follows a close, loving couple, with passions of several sorts. Advertising A View of Whats Missing From the Classroom A campaign about school absenteeism is the latest collaboration on education by the Ad Council and the United States Army. Rattled by investigations, foreign firms in China beef up compliance * Lawyers say requests for codes of conduct and antitrust reviews are increasing From Barn to Beachhouse Built in the 1970s by Tod Williams, this recently renovated vacation home in Sagaponack, Long Island, maintains rustic touches. European banks to quit London if UK left EU - Goldman executive LONDON, Sept 2 (Reuters) - European banks would leave London "in very short order" if Britain voted to exit the European Union, a senior Goldman Sachs executive said in a newspaper interview published on Monday. Vodafone to return $84 billion to investors after Verizon deal LONDON (Reuters) - Vodafone said its shareholders would receive about $84 billion in cash and shares after the company completes the sale of its 45 percent stake in Verizon Wireless to Verizon... 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. Market Ready Using a Garden to Great Advantage Advice on adding plants or flowers to increase a homes overall appeal. The kings of scary-high bridges The world's highest bridges don't scare two men who have traveled to some of the scariest on the planet. And sometimes, when nobody's looking, they climb them. UPDATE 1-Laurentian Bank profit falls as costs, provisions rise * Shares down 0.9 percent (Adds details on profit fall, share price move, analyst's comment) RPT-After speculative froth, gold market gets back to basics * Higher physical demand, lower supply could support prices Theodore Miller, Philip Piga A wedding in Washington. Shocking celebrity splits Catherine Zeta-Jones and Michael Douglas are taking a break from their marriage. 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. House Proud A Haven for Making Music With Plants An artist transforms a garage and sunbaked backyard into a bohemian oasis. Shares in America Movil rise after raises doubt on bid for KPN MEXICO CITY (Reuters) - Shares in Carlos Slim's telecoms giant America Movil rose more than 1 percent at market opening on Friday after the firm threatened to abandon its 7.2 billion euro bid for... Number of Jobless People Declines Slightly in Europe The employment figures, along with declining inflation and improved confidence in the economy, was taken as evidence that the worst of the downturn was probably over. Well Four Frittatas and a Terrine Crack some eggs to make these delicious and surprisingly-portable frittatas (and a terrine) inspired by the tastes of Provence from Martha Rose Shulman. New Summer Destination Hamptons Police Stations The Hamptons police files this year stand as an example of the areas struggle to balance its popularity with tourists with the high quality of life of its residents. Well A Guide for Swimmers Breaking Boundaries A new book by Lynne Cox, an open water swimmer, offers lifesaving advice for the exploding ranks of triathletes and other swimmers who are escaping the confines of pools. One planet, 31 incredible sights These 31 amazing spectacles may not change your life, but they could change your vacation plans. Deals of the day -- mergers and acquisitions Aug 30 (Reuters) - The following bids, mergers, acquisitions and disposals were reported by 800 p.m. GMT on Friday Bayern Sink Chelsea in Super Cup Shootout Bayern Munich gained some revenge for the 2012 Champions League final defeat by Chelsea when they beat the Premier League club 5-4 on penalties. Liberty Crushed by Minnesota Lindsay Whalen scored 18 points to help the Minnesota Lynx beat the host Liberty, 73-47. Public private partners come to potoroo rescue Aug. 25 - Australia's threatened long-nosed potoroo may be making a comeback in southeast Queensland thanks to a collaboration between government and private land-owners. The shy marsupial has been the victim of habitat destruction through land clearing but efforts by farmers are producing signs of recovery. Tara Cleary reports. Theater Review The Awake, by Ken Urban, With Consciousness in Limbo Three characters are trapped in reveries and in search of what is real in The Awake, by Ken Urban. Russian MPs want to fly to Washington to sway Syria vote NOVO-OGARYOVO, Russia (Reuters) - Russian lawmakers want to travel to Washington to urge the U.S. Congress not to back President Barack Obama's plan for military strikes on Syria, the speaker of the upper house of parliament told President Vladimir Putin on Monday. You're the Boss Blog What Do You Do When What You Have Been Doing No Longer Works? Suddenly, Clint Smith and his colleagues knew that their Web marketing firm, Emma, had to re-think everything. Taste of Persia NYC Inside the takeout counter tucked into a corner of a pizzeria in the Flatiron district. The Caucus Mary Cheney Criticizes Her Sister on Same-Sex Marriage The Cheney family dispute mirrors the broader disagreement among Republicans on same-sex marriage. Hit-and-Run Case Seen as Reflection of Inequality in Thailand A grandson of the creator of the Red Bull energy drink admitted to fatally striking a police officer with his Ferrari and dragging his dead body down a Bangkok street. Lundbeck appeals against EU Commission fine COPENHAGEN, Sept 2 (Reuters) - Danish pharmaceutical group Lundbeck has filed an appeal against a 93.8 million euros ($123.7 million) fine by the European Commission for deals with rivals to block the supply of generic versions of its citalopra anti-depressant to the market. Hungry City Taste of Persia NYC in Flatiron A takeout counter tucked into a pizzerias front window offers Persian stews that change daily. Douglas, Zeta-Jones separate; Clooney, Bullock open Venice Aug 28 - The day's top showbiz news and headlines including Michael Douglas and Catherine Zeta-Jones separate, George Clooney and Sandra Bullock kick off the Venice Film Festival, and Hugh Jackman premieres "The Wolverine" in Japan. Bob Mezan reports. Analysis Syria, debt ceiling worry has markets questioning Fed taper NEW YORK (Reuters) - Until a few days ago, it looked like a sure bet that the U.S. Federal Reserve would announce the beginning of the end of its massive bond buying program in September. Now,... East Roundup West Virginia Edges William Mary William Mary, of the Football Championship Subdivision, built a 10-point halftime lead but quickly lost momentum in the heat and fell to the Mountaineers, 24-17. 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. Rookie Spieth Sends Couples a Presidential Message Rookie of the Year favorite Jordan Spieth sent United States Presidents Cup captain Fred Couples a timely reminder of his form with a superb, closing 62 at the Deutsche Bank Championship on Monday. The New Old Age Blog In California, Intense Debate Over Home Care California lawmakers are considering a measure requiring that home care agencies obtain licenses and that aides be certified.

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