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News Feed Latest worldwide news Lou Reed, Rock n Roll Pioneer, Dies at 71 Mr. Reed, punk-poet, guitarist and songwriter, was a founder of the rock group the Velvet Underground, whose music and lyrics influenced multiple generations. The Saturday Profile Mexican Writer Mines the Soccer Field for Metaphors Juan Villoro, one of Mexicos most decorated and esteemed writers, also happens to be a leading soccer analyst, extracting lessons about society and life from the game. Poison Pen A Warning on Chemical Peels Two influential agencies moved to classify an acid commonly used by dermatologists as a possible carcinogen. Sports Briefing | Soccer Fulham Wins Easily Pajtim Kasami and Steve Sidwell both scored with spectacular volleys as Fulham came from behind to beat Crystal Palace, 4-1, in a Premier League game between relegation-threatened teams. Obamacare will work Sally Kohn says millions of formerly uninsured Americans now have insurance because of Obamacare. Snafus with the health exchanges are temporary and should not obscure the law's successes Pursuits Growing a Wine Destination in South Dakota Over the past five years, the number of wineries in the state has jumped by more than 50 percent, and wineries are reporting large increases in visits. Restaurant Review Le Restaurant in TriBeCa Le Restaurant, in a basement under the food market All Good Things in TriBeCa, features uncommon ingredients and focused flavors. "Bad Grandpa" stronger than "Gravity" in weekend box office sales Oct. 27 - "Bad Grandpa" - a spinoff from the "Jackass" movies - kicks space thriller "Gravity" from the top spot at the box office with $32 million in ticket sales. Gavino Garay reports. 5 killed in Brooklyn stabbing Five people were stabbed to death after a violent incident in New York on Saturday night, authorities said. In Response to Storm, New York Will Create a Gas Reserve The pilot program, which will cost $10 million, was started to prevent shortages like the one that affected the region during Hurricane Sandy last year. German paper says Obama aware of spying on Merkel since 2010 BERLIN (Reuters) - A German newspaper said on Sunday that U.S. President Barack Obama knew his intelligence service was eavesdropping on Angela Merkel as long ago as 2010, contradicting reports that he had told the German leader he did not know. Mozambique says Renamo ambush kills one, injures 10 MAPUTO, Oct 26 (Reuters) - Suspected Renamo guerrillas ambushed a passenger minibus in central Mozambique on Saturday, killing one person and injuring 10 more in an attack condemned by President Armando Guebuza, state media said. Britain braced for hurricane-force 'St. Jude' storm LONDON (Reuters) - Hurricane-force winds are forecast to disrupt road, rail and airport networks on Monday when one of the strongest storms in decades is expected to hit the southern half of Britain during rush-hour, forecasters warned on Sunday. Senator Paul plans 'hold' on Yellen Fed nomination WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Republican U.S. Senator Rand Paul threatened on Friday to put a 'hold' on the nomination of Janet Yellen to be chair of the Federal Reserve unless he gets a vote on a bill he... Dozens Killed in Southeast India Floods Days of torrential rains have unleashed floods in southeast India that have killed dozens of people and forced the evacuation of more than 70,000 others from hundreds of low-lying villages. Kohl's makeover could lift shares -Barron's Oct 27 (Reuters) - Skeptics who think that Kohl's Corp is a bland stock should reconsider, according to a report in financial weekly Barron's Oct. 28 edition. The ship that saved Albert Einstein Red Star Line carried Einstein and "White Christmas" composer Irving Berlin to America. Fed to hold its fire this week, wants clearer economic view WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Federal Reserve officials are unlikely to make any shift to monetary policy this week as they wait for more evidence of how badly Washington's budget battle has hurt the U.S.... U.S. government shutdown benefits art museum CHARLESTON, South Carolina (Reuters) - The U.S. federal government shutdown has forced the closure of monuments and tourist sites across the country, but it has brought some benefits to at least one private art museum. Ride operator arrested after five hurt at North Carolina State Fair (Reuters) - The operator of a carnival ride at the North Carolina State Fair, where five people were hurt when the attraction suddenly restarted as passengers exited, has been arrested after a probe revealed the ride was tampered with, officials said on Saturday. Sports Briefing | Baseball Strasburg Has Surgery Washington Nationals pitcher Stephen Strasburg had bone chips removed from his surgically repaired right elbow. UPDATE 2- Mexico cuts key interest rate, sees no need to lower further MEXICO CITY, Oct 25 (Reuters) - Mexico's central bank lowered interest rates on Friday for the second month in a row to counter an economic downturn, but policymakers said there were signs the worst... Lottery Numbers for Oct. 25, 2013 Lottery numbers for New York, New Jersey and Connecticut. Eye-Catching Wingtips, but They Arent for Show The technology, called a winglet, attaches to the tip of airplane wings and aims to improve aerodynamics and fuel efficiency. Local tastes tempt China diners away from Golden Arches SHANGHAI (Reuters) - Bearing rice burgers and lotus roots, an army of Chinese fast food firms is cooking up a challenge to McDonald's Corp and Yum Brands Inc, tempting cost-conscious diners with... Well Concussions and the Classroom The American Academy of Pediatrics on Sunday released new recommendations regarding students who return to school following a concussion. Wines of The Times A Neighborhood Prowl Through the City of Chianti Tasting the other Chiantis besides Classico. The Lede Islamists Repress Syrias Citizen Journalists In northern Syria this month, opposition activists say a radio station that aired criticism of Qaeda-linked militants was closed down by the Islamists and one citizen journalist was kidnapped. Kenny Perry Falls Into Tie in San Antonio Kenny Perry bogeyed the final hole Saturday to drop into a five-way tie for the lead in the Champions Tour's ATT Championship. Sao Paulo choking on its own smog study Oct. 21 - Sao Paulo, host city of the first World Cup soccer match next year, has a major pollution problem. A recent study says air pollution in the southern Brazilian city causes three times more deaths than breast cancer or traffic accidents and costs the state US$160 million per year. Tara Cleary reports. Property Values What You Get for ... $1,250,000 A federal-style house in Minneapolis; a Tudor in Denver; and a condo in a Boston brownstone. Wealth Matters Putting an Estate Value on the Assets Unique to You The unknowable vagaries of time can complicate the appraisal of the assets in an estate and yet appraise you must, or risk incurring penalties from the I.R.S. Economic Scene New Front in the Fight With Infant Mortality The Affordable Care Acts benefits for pregnant women have the potential to lower infant mortality rates and change what Americans expect from their government. Human rights reports renew debate on Obamas drone policies Oct. 22 - The debate on drone strikes takes center stage as two human rights groups release reports condemning the Obama administration's use of drones. Produced by Nathan Frandino. Choosing new CEO crucial for Microsoft CNN's Maggie Lake talks to Ed Maguire from CLSA about Microsoft's future. NATO Reduces Scope Of Its Afghanistan Plans The reduced scope reflects fears that the United States Congress and European parliaments might discontinue funding unless American and NATO troops oversee how the money is spent. Beachside waiters in Rio de Janeiro swap aprons for cleats and take to soccer pitch Oct. 16 - Soccer mad waiters in Rio get their game on at Copacabana beach after working late into the night. John Russell reports. Dot Earth Blog Updates on Americas Persistent Air and Water Pollution Challenges A look at ways to clean up Americas lingering air and water pollution problems. 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. Things I wish I'd known at 15 International day of the girl 'To my 15-year-old self'

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