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In Practice Readers Ask About Subsidies and Other Health Care Law Provisions
The Timess Tara Siegel Bernard is answering questions about the Affordable Care Act.


Childrens Books Something Big, by Sylvie Neeman
In Something Big, written by Sylvie Neeman and illustrated by Ingrid Godon, a child expresses frustration at being little.


World's best new skyscrapers
A pair of buildings colloquially known as "Marilyn Monroe" has won the prize for best new skyscraper completed in 2012.


Dance Review John J Zullo Dance/Raw Movement Delves Into the Past
John J. Zullo and dancers explored perspective and perception in a memory triptych at Danspace Project.


More remains found at site of cruise ship wreck in Italy
ROME, Oct 2 (Reuters) - Divers have recovered what could be more human remains from the sea where the Costa Concordia cruise liner sank last year off the Italian island of Giglio, the head of Italy's civil protection agency said on Wednesday.


The allure of pearls explored
September 18 - The Victoria Albert Museum in London hosts an exhibit exploring the history of pearls through the centuries from the early Roman Empire to present day. Sharon Reich reports.


Football Brilliant Bayern batters City
Bayern Munich produces a footballing masterclass to dismantle Manchester City 3-1 in the European Champions League.


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.


Tseng Bouncing back to No. 1?
After becoming the youngest golfer to win five major championships, Yani Tseng has slipped down the rankings. Can she come back?


Titans 38, Jets 13 Tennessee Turns Smiths Giveaways Into Touchdowns
Geno Smith committed four turnovers and the Titans scored touchdowns after each one, as the Jets blundered their way to another loss at LP Field in Nashville.


Lululemon lawsuit over sheer yoga pants gets lead plaintiff
(Reuters) - A Louisiana pension fund will lead U.S. litigation accusing Lululemon Athletica Inc of fraudulently hiding defects that caused yoga pants to become nearly sheer, and concealing talks that led to the surprise departure of its chief executive.


Advertising The Fight Against Bullying in Schools Expands to Store Shelves
Several companies are running public-service campaigns that target parents and children with calls for bravery and leadership.


Scouting Report Shopping Highlights in New York Starting Oct. 3
Its never too early to start your holiday shopping.


Dance Listings for Sept. 27-Oct. 3
A selected guide to dance performances in the New York area.


Building a World Cup Stadium in the Amazon
Organizers face extraordinary hurdles, from humidity to bureaucracy, in the construction of a 42,000-seat stadium in Manaus, a city in the midst of the rain forest.


A Jet Groomed for Danger and Running Full Speed Toward It
Ellis Lanksters childhood was valuable preparation for his role as a gunner, or flier, on the Jets kickoff and punt coverage units.


Former Nintendo chief's legacy
Former Nintendo President Hiroshi Yamauchi dies at age 85. Richard Quest speaks with Steve Butts of IGN about his impact.


Dance Review 3rd Fall for Dance Program Offers a World Premiere
At the Fall for Dance Festival, American Ballet Theater presented an old modern dance, Jos Limns Moors Pavane, while Ballet Hispanicos contribution was a world premiere.


From football to golf for 'Sheva'
Andriy Shevchenko was one of the finest football players of his generation. He retired last year but is now making his debut on the professional golf circuit.


Minions carry Justin Bieber up Great Wall of China
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.


Dot Earth Blog More on Population Growth and Planetary Prospects
Sustainability scholars challenge an ecologists conclusion that Earths limits dont constrain human prospects.


MONEY MARKETS-Euro money market rates stable as Draghi stays the course
LONDON, Oct 2 (Reuters) - Euro zone money market rates were steady on Wednesday, retracing an earlier rise, as the European Central Bank reassured investors it is committed to holding down interest...


On Day 1, Parks Close, Workers Stay Home and Panda Cam Goes Dark
Barricades and padlocks closed access to federal facilities across the country Tuesday as the vast machinery of the federal government began shutting down for the first time in nearly two decades.


Clancy dies at 66, Jacobs leaving Vuitton
Oct. 02 - The latest celebrity news including best-selling author Tom Clancy dies at the age of 66, and Marc Jacobs is leaving Louis Vuitton to focus on his own brand. Roselle Chen reports.


10 things to know New Mexico
It's too easy to let New Mexico off as simply "The Land of Enchantment."


UPDATE 1-California outlaws 'revenge porn' in first-of-its-kind legislation
LOS ANGELES, Oct 2 (Reuters) - California Governor Jerry Brown signed a first-of-its-kind state law criminalizing what has become known as revenge porn, the distribution of private, explicit photos of other people on the Internet, usually by ex-lovers or spouses, to humiliate them.


South by Southwest to Add Sports Component
Next March, the pop culture festival in Austin, Tex., will have sports films and presentations alongside its music, film and interactive programs.


U.S. State Dept says shutdown could hit military funding for Israel
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - A prolonged U.S. federal government shutdown could delay military assistance to Israel and other American allies, the State Department said on Wednesday.


'Big brother' tech watches over Rio
Rio de Janeiro's state-of-the-art Operations Center is gathering real-time information on traffic jams and environmental emergencies around the clock. It's part of the mayor's vision to make the city safer and more sustainable.


World Briefing | Middle East Iraq Bombings Kill at Least 55
A wave of fatal bombings tore through Baghdad on Monday, including a blast in a vegetable market and explosions in Shiite and Sunni neighborhoods, officials said.


How free is the Middle East press?
Explore the current state of press freedom in the region, from Internet filtering and government controls to violence against journalists and changing attitudes to social media.


U.S. opposes tech companies' request to reveal spying demands
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The U.S. Justice Department has told a secret surveillance court that it opposes a request from technology companies to reveal more about the demands they receive for user information, according to court papers released on Wednesday.


In thriller 'Runner Runner,' Timberlake, Affleck explore gambling's underside
LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - The dark and murky world of online gambling comes alive in new film "Runner Runner," a thriller exploring the depths of greed starring Justin Timberlake and Ben Affleck.


Sandra Bullock defies gravity
Oct. 01 - The actress teams up with George Clooney at the New York premiere of their new film "Gravity." Rough Cut (no reporter narration)


The Learning Network Blog Is It Principled, or Irresponsible, for Politicians to Threaten a Shutdown?
Have you been following the latest government shutdown news in Washington? What is your reaction? Which political party should be held most responsible?


Street Vendors Protest Treatment by Police
The arrest last month of one of their lawyers, who was recording a food vendors interaction with officers, led to the rally outside a precinct house.


Empire State Realty Trust shares rise in first day of trading
NEW YORK, Oct 2 (Reuters) - Shares of Empire State Realty Trust Inc, the company that owns the Empire State Building, rose in their first day of trading on Wednesday.


Motherlode Blog A Child Shocked by the Shutdown, and a Parent Who Would Like to Be
I dont want my 12-year-old to just accept the closing of everything from the National Institutes of Health to the National Zoo as just another crazy thing Congress does sometimes. I want him to want more. I want to want more.


Observatory Cuckoo Finches Come Up With a New Con
Scientists have discovered that the birds have another way of duping other species into raising their young laying multiple eggs in the foreign nest.


Ukraine Is Penalized for Fans Racist Abuse
FIFA has ordered Ukraine to play its next World Cup qualifier in an empty stadium after its fans shouted racist abuse during the teams match against San Marino.


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