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News Feed Latest worldwide news Shutdown slows U.S. bilateral talks to fight offshore tax dodgers WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The federal government shutdown has interrupted U.S. efforts to negotiate agreements with other countries on implementing an anti-tax evasion law that is to take effect next year, tax lawyers said on Friday. Di Resta reveals Ferrari 'dream' Monza may be a long way from his birthplace in West Lothian, Scotland but Italy is unquestionably a home from home for Paul di Resta. T Magazine In Store | Old-World Luxury, For Sale Downtown Atelier Courbet, a new gallery and shop in SoHo, highlights contemporary design that employs time-honored techniques. Africa's inspiring spray can art Street art has forever been a vibrant tool of personal expression manifesting in a variety of unique ways. In Africa it comes in the form of beautifully painted shop fronts, alternative methods of political campaigning and striking murals designed to inspire. For a New Generation, an Elusive American Dream In the Nicholson family, America is not delivering for a grandson as it did for his father and grandfather. WRAPUP 3-Republicans hang tough in standoff over U.S. government shutdown * Obama says will not negotiate with a gun to Americans' head The Haggler Seeking Vital Signs in a Lifetime Warranty If a product is covered by a lifetime warranty, who is to say it has reached the end of its life? A reader asks the Haggler for help in dealing with a backpacks manufacturer. RPT-Irish bookmaker cuts odds on U.S. debt default NEW YORK, Oct 4 (Reuters) - Irish online gambling site Paddy Power has cut the odds on a U.S. debt default as gridlock in Washington this week has raised the possibility of the country failing to... US STOCKS-Futures edge higher, shutdown still in focus * Shutdown enters fourth day, investors watch debt ceiling Sports Briefing | Soccer Turkish Club Hires Mancini Galatasaray of Turkey hired the former Manchester City manager Roberto Mancini to replace Fatih Terim as coach. Bankers urge borrowers to come to market now NEW YORK, Oct 4 (IFR) - Companies are being urged to ignore Washington's political impasse and pull forward financing plans for share buybacks, acquisitions and early 2014 maturities before the US debt ceiling deadline on October 17. U.S. shutdown seen dragging on as debt ceiling fight nears (Reuters) - The shutdown of the U.S. government appeared likely to drag on for another week and possibly longer as lawmakers consumed day three of the shutdown with a stalling game and there was no end in sight until the next crisis hits Washington around October 17. Netanyahu in Rouhani 'wolf' jibe In a speech to the U.N. General Assembly, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu accuses the Iranian president, Hassan Rouhani, of being "a wolf in sheep's clothing." Car Fire a Test for High-Flying Tesla Video shot by a motorist of a blazing Model S has led to a tumble for the companys stock and questions about the safety of the cars battery. Investors turn their backs on "robot" hedge funds LONDON (Reuters) - Investors in the $330 billion computer-driven hedge fund sector are pulling out money for the first time since 2008, data showed on Wednesday, signaling the possible start of a... Whole Wheat Penne or Fusilli With Tomatoes, Shell Beans and Feta Shell beans have a short season, but are a rare treat to be savored while you can. Oil trade pattern shifts as refiners go global * Huge Asian, Mideast and U.S. refineries battle for overseas markets India Ink Citizen Journalism Grows in Indias War-Torn Tribal Belt CGNet Swara, a mobile phone based citizen journalism initiative is providing a voice to Indias tribal communities in conflict-torn central India. Murray's historic season likely over Andy Murray ended 77 years of heartache for British fans when he won Wimbledon. But a back injury means Murray will probably miss the rest of 2013, including the year-end championships at home. Doctor and Patient For Med Students, Love From the Drug Rep Medical students and trainees are interacting with pharmaceutical representatives less than in earlier years, but roughly half have received some kind of gift from industry a new study found. World Briefing | Asia Evidence North Korea Restarted Reactor New satellite imagery offers further signs that North Korea has restarted a nuclear reactor capable of producing plutonium for bombs, a United States research institute said. Americans Hang On to Take Lead in Presidents Cup Tiger Woods sat in a cart with a tiny squirrel resting on his shoulder. Louis Oosthuizen and Charl Schwartzel walked onto the first tee wearing wigs to make up for their bad haircuts. Fred Couples had cupcakes delivered to him by the opposing captain in honor of his 54th birthday. Tottenham Inflict Further Pain on Depleted Anzhi Tottenham Hotspur exposed the weaknesses of Anzhi Makhachkala, winning 2-0 to maintain their perfect start in the second round of Europa League group stage matches. Cute dogs sniff out poachers Specially trained sniffer dogs are using their amazing sense of smell to combat poaching. Beltran's HR Keys Cards' Rout of Pirates in Game 1 Carlos Beltran, Adam Wainwright and the St. Louis Cardinals gave Pittsburgh a quick reality jolt. Preoccupations An Entrepreneur Who Took a Chance on Herself Prerna Gupta, C.E.O. of Khush Inc. x2014; the creator of an iPhone app called LaDiDa x2014; discusses her journey to entrepreneurship. UPDATE 1-Singapore suspends trading in three stocks after prices plunge SINGAPORE, Oct 4 (Reuters) - The Singapore Exchange Ltd suspended trading in three stocks on Friday, warning the market may not be fully informed after a plunge in their share prices, with one... Fuel From Landfill Methane Goes on Sale Clean Energy Fuels is selling Redeem, a vehicle fuel derived from landfill methane, in more than 40 California filling stations. Solving great white mystery Gutsy researchers tag great whites in bid to solve 450-million-year mystery. UPDATE 1-U.S. House Democrats probe move to reopen government WASHINGTON, Oct 4 (Reuters) - Democratic leaders in the U.S. House of Representatives on Friday announced that they are working on a maneuver that, if successful, would force a vote on legislation to... Report Legendary U.S. foe in Vietnam dies Gen. Vo Nguyen Giap, a man credited with major victories against the French and the American military, has died, according to local media reports. Giap was 102. Well Ah, Theres Nothing Like New Baby Smell New baby smell is not only real, but acts as a kind of sensory compensation for mothers, new research reveals. But nobodys exactly sure where it comes from. Leonard Kerpelman, Who Led School Prayer Case, Dies at 88 Mr. Kerpelman successfully argued a landmark Supreme Court case in 1963 that led to a ban on state-supported prayer in public schools. Cute dogs sniff out poachers Specially trained sniffer dogs are using their amazing sense of smell to combat poaching. California governor signs law expanding protections for journalists SACRAMENTO, California (Reuters) - California Governor Jerry Brown signed a law on Thursday to give journalists in the state five days' notice before government agencies serve subpoenas on their records held by third parties, such as phone companies and internet service providers. Marathon Oil evacuates Ewing Bank, production cut by storm Oct 4 (Reuters) - Marathon Oil Corp said it is evacuating all personnel from its operated Ewing Bank platform in the Gulf of Mexico and has shut in production, according to its latest website update on Tropical Storm Karen on Friday. Serbian company's sweet success Serbia's economy might be in the doldrums, but one company is tasting sweet success as the country readies itself for entry into the European Union. GDF Suez appeals ruling to take down wind turbines near castle PARIS (Reuters) - GDF Suez has appealed a provisional court order to remove 10 onshore wind turbines after a couple who own a nearby castle sued for noise and light pollution, paving the way for lawsuits which may hamper France's efforts to promote renewable energy. Change U.S. law on banks and commodities, regulator says WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Congress should limit Wall Street's controversial role in commodity markets, and rewrite a law that gives banks broad leeway to own oil, metals and other raw materials, a senior U.S. regulator said on Friday. Graphic works by 'The Scream' artist Munch go public in Zurich ZURICH (Reuters) - A major private collection of the graphic works of Edvard Munch, renowned for his haunting painting "The Scream", goes on show for the first time on Friday at Zurich's Kunsthaus museum, exploring his musings on the human condition.

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