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News Feed Latest worldwide news Brooklyn Botanic Garden Defends Decision to Suspend Science Program The garden, which has faced criticism for temporarily closing its science center and laying off three employees last month, cited the disrepair of the building and a $750,000 budget gap. Most powerful female politician? Frugal, discreet and boring -- just some of the ways Angela Merkel has been described by peers and in the global press. As Germans head to the polls Sunday, CNN looks at how the German chancellor became the most powerful woman in the world. Kerry 'if Assad fails to comply, there will be consequences' Sept. 16 - France, Britain and the United States called for a swift U.N. resolution committing Syria to remove its chemical weapons, saying strong consequences would have to be imposed if President Bashar al-Assad failed to comply. Rough Cut (no reporter narration). Your Money An Adage Adjustment for Investors at Retirement A study found that holding as little as 20 percent in stocks at retirement, and adding more over time, could make a portfolio last longer. Timely Return to Form for Johnson at East Lake A week after struggling badly with his putting and only just qualifying for the Tour Championship, Dustin Johnson has regained form to give himself a chance of winning the PGA Tour's season-ending event. 3 arrested in Mexico City bar kidnapping case Mexican authorities say they've arrested three additional suspects connected to the kidnapping of 13 youths from a bar in the country's capital. A Minute With Hungarian violinist Kelemen - proud of Roma roots LONDON (Reuters) - Hungarian violinist Barnabas Kelemen has studied with the late virtuoso Isaac Stern and won Gramophone magazine's award for best chamber music CD of 2013, but what he is really proud of is his Roma heritage. Global lockmaker seeks key to future profits in the cloud STOCKHOLM (Reuters) - Despite the rapid pace of technology that has overhauled many consumer goods, the front door lock and key is little changed since the 1800s. That is about to change - to virtual... Democrats, Republicans expect to avert U.S. government shutdown WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Key Democrats and Republicans said on Sunday that they expect a bitterly divided Congress to somehow come together and avert a U.S. government shutdown in eight days. Well Ask Well Sleep or Exercise? The Phys Ed columnist Gretchen Reynolds responds to readers questions about fitness. T Magazine The Scene | Milan Fashion Week Missoni Scenes from the Milan Fashion Week photo diary of Alfredo Piola. California Gives Expanded Rights to Noncitizens California is challenging the status of citizenship with measures to let noncitizens sit on juries, monitor polls for elections and practice law. Murray inspires hometown Open Court travels to Dunblane, Scotland to talk to the people who know Andy Murray best. Braves Remain on Brink, Lose to Cubs 3-1 The Atlanta Braves were in position to celebrate a division championship. Instead, they left themselves with another wait. UPDATE 1-New Roche breast cancer drug wins backing in Europe and Japan * Kadcyla approved in Japan, recommended for approval in EU Citi had significant drop in trading revenue -FT NEW YORK, Sept 22 (Reuters) - Citigroup had a significant drop in trading revenue during the third quarter which could hurt the bank's earnings, the Financial Times reported on Sunday, citing people... India Ink A Conversation With Filmmaker Richie Mehta Mr. Mehta on his recent film Siddharth, which traces a fathers journey for his missing son. U.S. Fed gives Indonesia a brief respite from debt pain SINGAPORE/JAKARTA, Sept 23 (Reuters) - The U.S. Federal Reserve has given Indonesian companies an unexpected window of opportunity to refinance a foreign debt burden that has nearly doubled to $134 billion since 2008. Pakistan Releases Taliban Commander to Help Afghan Peace Efforts News of the release was met with a mixed reception in Afghanistan, amid questions about the extent of his influence over the Taliban or his intent toward peace talks. Grand Theft Auto V sales zoom past $1 billion mark in 3 days SAN FRANCISCO (Reuters) - Grand Theft Auto V has crossed the $1 billion sales mark after three days in stores, a rate faster than any other video game, film or other entertainment product has ever managed, its creator Take Two Interactive Inc said on Friday. Singh Shoots 66 to Move Into Second in Hawaii Vijay Singh shot a six-under-par 66 to move into second place after the second round of the Pacific Links Hawaii Championship in Kapolei, Hawaii. Venezuela takes on toilet paper hoard Venezuela takes over a toilet paper plant, with its vice president saying the government won't "allow hoarding or failures in the production and distribution" of essential goods. Nairobi mall siege in second day, Kenyans answer call to give blood to wounded Sept. 22 - As the deadly mall siege in the Kenyan capital of Nairobi continues into a second day, Kenyans answer the call to donate blood to help the scores of injured. Mana Rabiee reports. Country at a Crossroads For Migrants, New Land of Opportunity Is Mexico With Europe sputtering and China costly, the stars are aligning for Mexico as broad changes in the global economy create new dynamics of migration. Doctor gives free weekend surgeries In Cameroon, there is only one doctor for every 5,000 people, according to the World Health Organization. Seeing his father and so many of his countrymen suffer, Georges Bwelle was determined to do something about it. Straight Sets Retired Wheelchair Player Still Champions the Sport Esther Vergeer, a dominant Dutch wheelchair player who retired from competition in February, has remained an active advocate for her sport. Tannehill Leads Dolphins Past Falcons 27-23 The stadium shook with a roar as Ryan Tannehill skipped across the field pumping his arms with glee, the Miami Dolphins' comeback complete. High Low Finance Money Funds Are Circling the Wagons on Rules As proposed rules are weighed, the industry is fighting vigorously to avoid even weak regulation. The Learning Network Blog News Quiz | September 20, 2013 See what you know about the news of the day. Dot Earth Blog More on Population Growth and Planetary Prospects Sustainability scholars challenge an ecologists conclusion that Earths limits dont constrain human prospects. Most powerful female politician? Frugal, discreet and boring -- just some of the ways Angela Merkel has been described by peers and in the global press. As Germans head to the polls Sunday, CNN looks at how the German chancellor became the most powerful woman in the world. On the Market in the Region A Tudor in Yonkers with five bedrooms and a contemporary home in Nassau County set on the Long Island Sound. Distant Violence Shatters a Texas Buddhist Groups Quiet The man who the authorities say killed 12 people at the Washington Navy Yard once prayed, volunteered and lived among a community of Thai immigrants in Texas. Dozens still held hostage in mall standoff More than 24 hours after gunmen stormed an upscale Nairobi mall, about 30 hostages are still being held. At least 59 people have been killed, and Israeli Special Forces are on the scene working with Kenyan troops. Nigeria's pioneering princess Meet Princess Fifi Ejindu, a Nigerian descendent of royalty who has done pioneering work in architecture and business. Movie Review The Muslims are Coming!, a Docu-comedy The Muslims Are Coming documents a road trip by Muslim-American comedians whose goal is to counter anti-Islamic prejudice. Brazil ready to finance Petrobras in offshore oil auction -paper RIO DE JANEIRO, Sept 20 (Reuters) - Brazil's government plans to finance state-run oil company Petroleo Brasileiro SA's participation in the Oct. 21 auction of Libra, country's largest-ever oil discovery, the Estado de S. Paulo daily newspaper reported on Saturday. Nairobi mall shooting may be "terrorist attack" - government Sept. 21 - At least 20 people have been killed in a mass shooting at a Nairobi shopping mall, in what the Kenyan government has described as a possible "attack by terrorists." Rough cut. (No reporter narration) Malala painting goes on display A previously unseen portrait of the teenage education activist Malala Yousafzai goes on show Wednesday in a new display of work by Jonathan Yeo opening at the National Portrait Gallery in London. Five Things to Know About the WNBA Playoffs Elena Delle Donne has already led Chicago to its first postseason berth in franchise history.

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