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News Feed Latest worldwide news Personal Health Commutings Hidden Cost The American dependence on cars, resulting in lost hours that could otherwise be spent exercising or socializing, has taken a toll on our health. City Kitchen For Cool Autumn Days, Warm Red-Cooked Flavors The Chinese technique of red cooking involves simmering meat with soy sauce, sugar and sweet aromatics like star anise and cinnamon. UPDATE 1-Cost cuts help Saudi Telecom to 73 pct profit leap * Q3 net profit 3.39 bln riyals vs 1.95 bln riyals a year earlier World's best airports to sleep in Survey's criteria include armrest-free seating -- essential for creating a "bed." Al Qaeda suspect denies charges An alleged al Qaeda operative accused of playing a role in the 1998 U.S. Embassy bombings pleaded not guilty to terrorism charges brought against him. Russia Team Depleted Russia will send an inexperienced team when it faces Italy in the Fed Cup finals next week in Sardinia. Sushis New Vanguard All over New York, there are rebels behind those counters. TREASURIES-U.S. bond prices change little as U.S. data mixed * Treasury sells $35 bln in 5-year notes, high yield 1.300 percent * U.S. ex-auto retail sales grew modestly in August * U.S. home prices posted best yearly gain in over 7 years * Fed to begin... TABLE-Foreign brokers set to buy Japanese stocks TOKYO, Oct 30 (Reuters) - Following are orders for Japanese stocks placed through six foreign securities houses before the start of trade on Wednesday. Japanese Stocks BUY 22.5 million shares SELL 15.0 million shares ------------------------------------------------------ BUY 7.5 million shares T Magazine Seven Days of Style | Rihannas Abu Dhabi Moment, 50 Shades of Jamie Dornan and New Model Rules Plus, Giorgio Armani Day comes to New York, the fall of the necktie, the latest in Kanye West news and more, as we run the numbers from the last week in style and culture. Rookies Bruising Running Helps Open Up Packers Attack Led by Eddie Lacy, the top N.F.L. rookie rusher, Green Bay now has a formidable running game to complement the passing of Aaron Rodgers. Health Site Chief Expects Low Initial Enrollment Number Despite the snags, Marilyn B. Tavenner argued against calls for delaying enforcement of the requirement that most Americans carry health insurance. Bits Senator Raises Questions About Protecting Student Data Senator Edward J. Markey, a Massachusetts Democrat, is investigating whether federal rules governing the sharing of student data provide adequate security and privacy protections. Austen ring bought back from singer A ring once owned by the 19th century novelist Jane Austen is to remain in Britain after a museum successfully raised funds to buy it from American singer Kelly Clarkson. Obama May Ban Spying on Heads of Allied States President Obama was poised to order the ban in response to a diplomatic crisis over reports that the United States had targeted the cellphone of Chancellor Angela Merkel of Germany. . 36 Hours in Milwaukee Sausage, cheese and beer? Sure. But look around Wisconsins largest city and youll also find everything from books to art. Exclusive Obama orders curbs on NSA spying on U.N. headquarters (Reuters) - President Barack Obama recently ordered the National Security Agency to curtail eavesdropping on the United Nations headquarters in New York as part of a review of U.S. electronic surveillance, according to a U.S. official familiar with the decision. The top films at the North American box office LOS ANGELES/NEW YORK, Oct 27 - Following are the top 10 movies at North American box offices for the three days starting Oct. 25, led by 'Bad Grandpa,' according to studio estimates compiled by Reuters. T Magazine By Design | High Season for High Jewels Gem lovers will have plenty to enjoy next month, with exhibits devoted to the legendary designers JAR and Alexandre Reza, and a book devoted to 400 years of Indian jewelry. Britain Embraces Halloween and Cashes In on Ghoulish Celebration Halloween is now the third-biggest event after Christmas and Easter in terms of consumer spending, and despite a weak economy, it has been a boon for British business. 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. UPDATE 2-Obamacare official apologizes for website glitches (Adds quotes and details on Americans losing about insurance losses)) Tiananmen Square Chinese authorities have made a concerted effort to censor images and online accounts of a jeep that plowed into crowds in Beijing's Tiananmen Square, killing five and injuring 38, amid suggestions police are looking for suspects from the restive western region of Xinjiang. Brokerages cut down on novice hires, turn to experience NEW YORK (Reuters) - As brokerages search for ways to grow in a tight economy, many firms are cutting back on new adviser training programs and instead investing in experience. U.N. urges end of U.S. embargo on Cuba for 22nd time UNITED NATIONS (Reuters) - The U.N. General Assembly on Tuesday voted overwhelmingly for the 22nd time to condemn the U.S. economic embargo against Cuba, whose foreign minister said the American policy in place since 1959 was barbaric and amounted to genocide. Square Feet Struggling Newspapers Sell Off Old Headquarters Many papers, large and small, are trying to shed their aging properties for spaces that are more efficient and high-tech. Bits Senator Raises Questions About Protecting Student Data Senator Edward J. Markey, a Massachusetts Democrat, is investigating whether federal rules governing the sharing of student data provide adequate security and privacy protections. NSA chief defends agency amid U.S. spy rift with Europe WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The head of the National Security Agency defended his beleaguered organization on Tuesday, saying it acts within the law to stop militant attacks and calling reports that the NSA collected data on millions of phone calls in Europe false. Richard Curtis and Bill Nighy Reunite in About Time The writer-director Richard Curtis and the actor Bill Nighy collaborate again on About Time, a rom-com that features the twist of time travel. Kenya Outcry as rape suspects ordered to mow grass Outraged Kenyans are demanding justice for a teenage girl who was allegedly gang-raped, dumped in a sewage ditch, and left for dead. Amid Debate, Turkey Unveils Rail Tunnel Under Bosporus The ceremony coincided with the 90th anniversary of the modern Turkish state and during debate about the tunnels safety. Wizards Acquire Gortat From Suns for Okafor, Pick Adding a front-court piece in hopes of finally returning to the playoffs, the Washington Wizards acquired center Marcin Gortat from the Phoenix Suns in a multiplayer trade Friday. Russia Team Depleted Russia will send an inexperienced team when it faces Italy in the Fed Cup finals next week in Sardinia. Adobe data breach more extensive than previously disclosed BOSTON (Reuters) - Adobe Systems Inc said on Tuesday that the scope of a cyber-security breach disclosed nearly a month ago was far bigger than initially reported, with attackers obtaining data on more than 38 million customer accounts. Small-Business Guide Tips on Talking to and Tapping Potential Investors Entrepreneurs stress the importance of making a crisp presentation, sizing up rivals and knowing what kind of information potential investors require. At War Blog Responding to an Insurgent Attack on an Afghan Base An Air Force officer remembers the horrors of the night 15 Taliban insurgents attacked an American base in Afghanistan. But the experience had an unexpected after-effect the discovery of a mentor he had never met. Lost dentures, loose eyeball among sick-day excuses survey (Reuters) - A heavy turkey dinner caused one worker to sleep through his shift. Another said his false teeth flew out the car window as he was driving along the highway. Documentary Association Announces Awards Nominations Dominating the feature film nominations were documentaries about issues and politics. Dispatch Maam, Your Burger Has Been Paid For Drive on through. Its taken care of. Pollen Study Points to Drought as Culprit in Bronze Age Mystery Analysis of pollen grains from sediment beneath the Sea of Galilee and the western shore of the Dead Sea indicate drought caused a Late Bronze Age collapse.

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