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UPDATE 2-BBC to shrink as it shares in UK spending cuts
* 2,000 jobs to be axed, senior manager roles to be cut


Murray's historic win
Andy Murray won Wimbledon, breaking Britain's 77-year drought for a men's singles champion.


ArtsBeat St. Anns Warehouse to Break Ground on New Home in Dumbo
St. Anns Warehouse, which has long sought a permanent home, is to begin work on a new facility in the historic Tobacco Warehouse in Dumbo.


China state media calls for stern action after Tiananmen attack
TURPAN, China (Reuters) - Chinese state media demanded severe punishment on Thursday to put down what China has said is a holy war aimed at Beijing by Islamist militants from the restive Xinjiang region.


UPDATE 3-Bombardier profit dips as plane deliveries, orders fall
* Management evaluating CSeries entry-into-service date, no change so far


Dot Earth Blog Will Sandys Lessons Fade as a Sleepy Atlantic Storm Season Ends?
An extraordinarily quiet Atlantic hurricane season follows an epic storm surge, raising questions about disaster forgetfulness.


A Yellow Card, Then Unfathomable Violence, in Brazil
Hopelessness, rage that grew from poverty and inequality and Brazils wider culture of knives and revenge may have played a part in a confrontation on a soccer field that turned gruesome.


Strong Finish by Williams in Capping a Dominant Year
Serena Williams defeated Li Na, 2-6, 6-3, 6-0, in the WTA Championships final for her career-high 11th title of the year.


Ellis, Nowitzki Lead Mavs Past Hawks 118-109
Monta Ellis started his Dallas career with 32 points, Dirk Nowitzki scored 24 and the Mavericks spoiled Mike Budenholzer's coaching debut with a 118-109 victory over the Atlanta Hawks on Wednesday night.


Pop Rock Listings for Nov. 1-7
A selected guide to electro-pop, indie-rock, hip-hop, rap and more in the New York.


Global Soccer From Mutineer to Magician for Liverpool
The decision by Liverpools owner and its manager to retain the services of Luis Surez is looking like the right call, despite his formerly rebellious ways.


UPDATE 2-Bankrupt Alabama county gets $300 million more
BIRMINGHAM, Ala., Oct 31 (Reuters) - Alabama's bankrupt Jefferson County on Thursday approved a reworked settlement plan for its landmark $4.2 billion municipal bankruptcy that increases already...


Bell Guides No. 17 Oklahoma Past No. 10 Texas Tech
Blake Bell knew he would likely have to match Texas Tech's high-powered offense with big plays of his own if Oklahoma was to knock the Red Raiders from the ranks of the unbeaten.


Young man linked to 79 killings in Mexico
The most shocking thing about the arrest of a man linked to 79 killings may be that authorities don't find it shocking.


Alyssa Cass and Sam Howard
The bride is a director at a public relations firm; the groom is an advertising producer for the National Football League.


Dance Review Intermezzo Makes Its Debut, at the 92nd Street Y
In his new company, Intermezzo, Craig Salstein is a catalyst, bringing together dancers, choreographers and what he calls, in a mission statement, the great composers.


REFILE-Lawyer 'wanted no part' of case against Chevron in Ecuador
NEW YORK, Oct 31 (Reuters) - A New York lawyer testified on Thursday that he quit a team that was suing Chevron Corp over environmental pollution in Ecuador in 2010 for "ethical" reasons.


Coke Femsa, Bimbo fall as Mexico poised to pass food, drink taxes
MEXICO CITY, Oct 31 (Reuters) - Shares of Mexico's food and drink companies fell on Thursday as Congress was poised to approve a 1 peso-per-liter tax on sugary drinks and an 8 percent tax on junk...


Minnesota Upsets No. 25 Nebraska 34-23
When Philip Nelson picked Minnesota, he envisioned program-lifting wins like this.


Momentum Shifts in Congos Battle Against Rebels
Until last summer, rebels had the upper hand in their battle against the Congolese government. But the government, backed by the United Nations, has brought new leadership and vigor to the fight.


Living With Cancer Brains on Chemo
Forgetfulness, trouble concentrating and word loss are common manifestations of the condition known as chemo brain. For many cancer patients (and the people who love them), this can be a mystifying experience, writes Susan Gubar.


Solving great white mystery
When coming face to face with the monstrous jaws of a great white shark, you'd probably want to be armed with more than a wet towel.


UPDATE 3-U.S. to allow expanded electronic device use on flights
WASHINGTON, Oct 31 (Reuters) - Airline passengers will soon be able to use certain electronic devices throughout their entire flight after the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration ended a long-standing ban on Thursday.


Personal Journeys Off Ireland, a Rugged Journey to Remote Ruins
It takes a sturdy stomach and a strong sense of purpose to brave the trip to Skellig Michael, an island eight miles off the coast of Ireland. Heres what people find once they get there.


F1 season off to a racing start
Ed Foster of Motor Sport Magazine previews the Formula One season with Amanda Davies.


Googly for Guinness - new record for most googly eye glasses
October 28 - Children set a Guinness World Record for the largest gathering of people wearing googly eye glasses.Sharon Reich reports.


Cilics Return Raises Questions About Antidoping Protocols
The suspension of Marin Cilic, a former top 10 player, has created concerns about the way tennis handles doping violations.


A Balloon Voyage With the Author of Falling Upwards
Richard Holmes, whose new history of balloon travel, Falling Upwards, was published this week, takes to the skies in Orange County, N.Y.


U.S. consumer confidence falls sharply in October
NEW YORK (Reuters) - U.S. consumer confidence fell sharply in October as consumers turned gloomier in their outlook for the future, according to a private sector report released on Tuesday.


Oracle shareholders give Ellison's pay a thumbs down
SAN FRANCISCO (Reuters) - A majority of shareholders opposed Oracle Corp Chief Executive Larry Ellison's pay in a non-binding vote on Thursday following complaints that the world's third-richest man makes too much as his company struggles against smaller rivals.


Insolvent German DIY chain Praktiker attracts second bid-sources
FRANKFURT, Oct 31 (Reuters) - Insolvent German home improvement retailer Praktiker has attracted a second offer for its stores, this time for more of the shops, two people familiar with the situation...


Parents, don't be Hallo-weenies
Jeff Pearlman says parents should not be afraid to let their children get a good scare on Halloween. Pushing out of comfort zone can help kids confront fear, feel brave and accomplished


A Black Hole Mystery Wrapped in a Firewall Paradox
A paradox around matter leaking from black holes puts into question various scientific axioms Either information can be lost; Einsteins principle of equivalence is wrong; or quantum field theory needs fixing.


T Magazine Art Market | Restoration Hardwares Next Move? A Quarterly Journal for Art Lovers
The sleek, beautifully produced publication is one of the tentpoles of RH Contemporary Art, the furniture retailers grand entre into the art world.


Toyota plans to launch large hybrid SUVs in 2016 Nikkei
(Reuters) - Toyota Motor Corp plans to roll out hybrid versions of its large sport utility vehicles from 2016 to prepare for tougher environmental regulations, the Nikkei reported, quoting sources.


Dreamliner lifts Boeing to record altitude
Oct. 23 - After months of being dogged by safety issues and setbacks for the 787 Dreamliner, finally some good news for Boeing. Conway G. Gittens reports.


China's Alibaba to launch online fund sales service media
BEIJING (Reuters) - Alibaba Group Holdings has secured approval from the China Securities Regulatory Commission (CSRC) to act as a third party for the online sale of fund products, local media group Caixin reported on its website.


T Magazine At the Milan Interiors Firm Studio Peregalli, Old World Traditions Live On
The partners Roberto Peregalli and Laura Sartori Rimini have a knack for conjuring bygone historical eras, while adding a gentle, personal touch.


U.S. to allow expanded electronic device use on flights
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Airline passengers will soon be able to use certain electronic devices throughout their entire flight after the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration ended a long-standing ban on Thursday.


US STOCKS-Wall St trades flat in wake of Fed, economic data
NEW YORK, Oct 31 (Reuters) - U.S. stocks barely budged on Thursday as investors exercised caution in the wake of the Federal Reserve's policy announcement and some encouraging economic data.


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