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News Feed Latest worldwide news Woman in Washington Shooting Is Dead, Officials Say The United States Capitol was locked down for about a half-hour after officers shot and killed a woman who had been chased there in her car, law enforcement officials said. Ellison gives up $500 mln potential payout to settle Pillar suit SAN FRANCISCO, Oct 3 (Reuters) - Oracle Corp Chief Executive Larry Ellison has agreed to give up a potential payout of around $500 million to settle accusations of a conflict of interest in the 2011 acquisition by Oracle of a company he controlled, according to court documents. Corner Office Always Thank Your Star Players, Cheggx2019;s C.E.O. Says Dan Rosensweig, president and C.E.O. of Chegg Inc., the online and mail-order textbook rental service, admires people who arenx2019;t afraid to think big. Straight Sets Straight Sets Content Is On the Move This blogs regular features, including live tournament analysis, news and notes from Christopher Clarey, Ben Rothenberg and others, and other coverage, can now be found on the tennis section front. UPDATE 1-Top London banker's effort to clear name nears end LONDON, Oct 3 (Reuters) - The battle by one of London's top bankers to overturn a market abuse fine neared the end on Thursday, with his lawyers saying his aims were perfectly proper as they wrapped up a case that has highlighted banks' working practices and tested Britain's new financial regulator. Cohen's SAC in talks to sell reinsurance business -sources NEW YORK, Oct 3 (Reuters) - Steve A. Cohen's SAC Capital Advisors is in discussions to sell its reinsurance business as the $14 billion hedge fund deals with the fallout of a long-running insider... Qatar shows new green credentials with first low-energy villa Sept. 4 - Sensitive to criticism over its high carbon dioxide emissions, Qatar has opened its first ultra-low energy villa to show a new commitment to environmental sustainability. The oil-rich emirate hopes the development in capital Doha will pave the way for more sustainable properties to be built in the desert nation. Jim Drury reports. Pilotless jets within reach? "We're ready to take control" confirms Bob Fraser, a well-seasoned pilot who has been flying for 37 years. Bob Kurland, 88, Pioneer for Basketballs Big Men, Dies Kurland, a three-time all-American who was elected to the Basketball Hall of Fame, was known for his athleticism in an era when tall players were considered oddities. Exclusive RadioShack gets new financing offers - sources NEW YORK (Reuters) - U.S. retailer RadioShack Corp has received several offers for new financing, including one from current lenders Bank of America Corp and Wells Fargo Co , three sources familiar with the matter told Reuters. Three London-based fund managers leave Cohen's SAC Capital (Reuters) - Three portfolio managers who worked for Steven A. Cohen's SAC Capital Advisors in London have left the hedge fund, which is currently fighting criminal insider trading charges. TABLE-Foreign brokers set to buy Japanese stocks TOKYO, Oct 4 (Reuters) - Following are orders for Japanese stocks placed through six foreign securities houses before the start of trade on Friday. Japanese Stocks BUY 14.6 million shares SELL 13.1... N.F.L. Roundup Mixed News on Giants Injuries Although there was nothing encouraging to report about the offensive linemen Chris Snee and David Baas, cornerback Corey Webster said he would play Sunday. Bits Blog Twitters Evolution From Side Project to Wall Street Hopeful Twitters filing for its initial public offering showcases the different ways that the service is used. Chipotle vs. Taco Bell Einhorns short put to the taste test - Felix TV David Einhorn, the investor known for betting against stocks like Green Mountain Coffee, now is targeting Chipotle Mexican Grill, saying it will face significant competition from "a resurgent Taco Bell." We put his theory to the taste test with Reuters blogger Felix Salmon, Reuters Social Media Editor Anthony De Rosa and Food and Wine Restaurant Editor Kate Krader. (October 3, 2012) Square Feet Recent Commercial Real Estate Notable properties that have been recently listed for sale, sold or leased. Justin Bieber carried up Great Wall Justin Bieber has broken one of the most sacred rules of travel -- don't use your bodyguards to carry you up the Great Wall of China. Team arrives to rid Syria of chemical weapons An international team tasked with overseeing the effort to rid Syria of its chemical weapons has arrived in Damascus. Opinion Al-Shabaab losing Ethan Bueno de Mesquita says the Somali rebel group's recent attacks on Kenya are a sign that it is losing. Michigan Signs Beilein Through '18-19 Fresh off the first Final Four appearance of his career, Michigan coach John Beilein has a new contract. Former football player Paul Oliver shot himself in the head, police say Former NFL defensive back Paul Oliver, who committed suicide last week in his Georgia home, shot himself in the head in front of his wife and two young sons, the police report on the incident said. Service Academies Will Play Despite Shutdown The Navy-Air Force game will go ahead this Saturday despite the government shutdown. Orecchiette With Basil and Pistachio Pesto and Green and Yellow Beans The small ear-shaped pasta provides hollows for the delicious sauce to settle into. The Lazarus of Formula One Niki Lauda is the Lazarus of Formula One. We ride along with the Nokia Drive Ride-along and interview Nokia's Aaron Dannenbring U.S. labor machinery frozen by government shutdown Oct 3 (Reuters) - The federal government shutdown has begun to paralyze the legal machinery that governs many of the relationships between U.S. employers and workers. Burlington Stores returns to market, shares jump 50 pct (Reuters) - Burlington Stores Inc's shares rose nearly 50 percent after Bain Capital returned the discount apparel retailer to the stock market, tapping into the appeal of cheaper clothing in a tough... SP drops Detroit GO bond ratings to D in wake of default Oct 2 (Reuters) - Standard Poor's Ratings Services on Wednesday downgraded the ratings on Detroit's limited and unlimited-tax general obligation bonds to D from C, after the city failed to make a... What's in It? That Nacho Dorito Taste This is the irresistible flavor with its coppery, finger-staining dust that sent Doritos into the processed food hall of fame. A Yellow Light for the Jets, but No Color-Coded System Jets Coach Rex Ryan briefly considered asking the rookie quarterback Geno Smith to wear a color-coded wristband Monday night against Atlanta. Your Money Adviser What to Do With Your Retirement Plan if You Change Jobs Some questions to consider about your 401(k) account with a previous employer Cash it out, roll it over or let it ride? N.F.L. Roundup Mixed News on Giants Injuries Although there was nothing encouraging to report about the offensive linemen Chris Snee and David Baas, cornerback Corey Webster said he would play Sunday. The Learning Network Blog Word of the Day | fallacious This word has appeared in 16 New York Times articles in the past year. Editor's Choice Our best pictures form the last 24 hours. Recipes for Health Perciatelli With Baby Broccoli, Tomatoes and Anchovies Five dishes with vegetables that can be prepared in the time it takes to boil water and cook the accompanying pasta. GLOBAL MARKETS-U.S. deadlock drags on dollar, stocks put up a fight * Dollar on defensive as US govt stays shut, debt ceiling looms New cargo ship's docking at space station delayed to Saturday CAPE CANAVERAL (Reuters) - A traffic jam at the International Space Station is prompting a second delay in the arrival of a new commercial cargo ship that is making a test run to the orbital outpost, officials said on Monday. Schneider Electric recalls surge protectors in U.S., cites fire risk (Reuters) - Schneider Electric IT Corp is recalling 15 million APC-branded surge protectors sold in the United States after 13 reports of injuries and at least $1.7 million in fire damage, the Consumer Product Safety Commission said on Thursday. Letters Yes, Spiders Keep to Themselves Letter to the editor. Cuts, reforms needed to pass U.S. debt ceiling Boehner spokesman WASHINGTON (Reuters) - A spokesman for House of Representatives Speaker John Boehner on Thursday said the top Republican has always said the country will not default on its debt, but that there are not enough votes in the chamber to pass a debt limit hike without added provisions.

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