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News Feed Latest worldwide news Wed be better off without American Airlines - Felix TV Loose seats. Disrupted flights. Damning headlines. Its been a terrible week for American Airlines. Reuters blogger Felix Salmon explains why flying American and other big carriers has become such a drag. (October 4, 2012) Kenya Says Some Soldiers Looted During Nairobi Mall Attack Kenyan soldiers sent to protect civilians looted shops while al Qaeda-linked militants killed scores of people during a siege at a Nairobi shopping mall last month, the army admitted on Tuesday. Hit political blogger Nate Silver on future of predictive modeling NEW YORK (Reuters) - Nate Silver is an oxymoron come to life the famous statistician. Alexandra Fetissoff, Linden Zakula A Declaration of Love (Easy on the Garlic) A romances blooms amid politics and copious amounts of garlic. China Focuses on Ethnic Minority in Beijing Car Explosion Security in the capital was tightened amid suspicions that the incident was a protest against Chinas hard-line policies toward Uighurs. 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. China suspects Tiananmen crash a suicide attack, sources say BEIJING (Reuters) - Chinese authorities investigating what could be Beijing's first major suicide attack searched on Tuesday for two men from Muslim-dominated Xinjiang after three people suspected to be from the restive region drove an SUV into a crowd at Tiananmen Square and set it on fire. Data Suggests Push to Spy on Merkel Dates to 02 The administration has seemed uncertain about how to handle the reports concerning the German chancellor, who has enjoyed a close rapport with President Obama. DealBook UBS and Deutsche Bank Disclose Foreign Exchange Inquiries The banks in their quarterly earnings reports said they had received requests for information from authorities related to foreign exchange trading and that they are cooperating. WRAPUP 3-European banks pay heavy price for scandals * UBS forced to hold extra capital to deal with litigation Fast, Diverse, and Striving The West Side Runners Club comprises a diverse group of immigrants who train rigorously despite working long hours. Activist hedge fund TCI takes big stake in Royal Mail LONDON (Reuters) - A hedge fund with a reputation for aggressive campaigning to boost company performance has become the biggest shareholder in newly-privatised Royal Mail after the British... 'Little Giant' wants Grand Slam glory Pedro Pinto meets reigning U.S. Open doubles champion Sara Errani, who advanced to the semifinals in singles last year. India's Grand Prix passion CNN's Ben Wyatt explores the popularity of F1 in India and what the future might hold. Halloween howlers Here are a few pets from CNN iReport who pulled off a Halloween costume with style, humor -- and maybe even dignity. With tough market at home, China's heavy gear makers gain traction overseas BEIJING (Reuters) - When Guangxi Liugong Machinery was bidding to sell wheel loaders to a Thai rice merchant a few years ago, company president Zeng Guangan knew he needed to customize his equipment to beat off Komatsu Ltd and other Japanese rivals. Manufacturer Eaton's orders pick up, shares rise (Reuters) - Eaton Corp said it expects its markets to grow between 3 and 4 percent in 2014 after the electrical and hydraulics systems maker reported strong third-quarter bookings that continued into... Bits In Smartphone Sales, the Big Get Bigger Samsung recorded its highest share of smartphone shipments to date in the third quarter, while Apple showed more modest gains, according to a new report from Strategy Analytics. QA Sightseeing at 26.2 Miles at a Time Thom Gilligan, a tour company founder, on the allure of marathons in destinations both familiar and exotic. 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. 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. Aircraft noise linked to increased health risks Oct. 29 - UK researchers say long-term exposure to aircraft noise increases the risk of heart disease and stroke. A five year study focusing on the noise produced by planes flying in and out of Heathrow reveals a higher rate of hospitalisation for people living near the airport than for those who live in quieter environments. Jim Drury has more. CNN Jolts Ratings Race With Blackfish On Thursday night, the network drew a surprisingly young audience for the documentary about the safety and ethics of confining killer whales. Just Retirement begins taking orders for London listing -sources LONDON, Oct 29 (Reuters) - British insurer Just Retirement is offering its shares at between 200 pence and 250p each in a planned London listing, two sources close to the deal said on Tuesday. Pan de Muerto Is Bread That Gets Into the Spirit On the Mexican holiday meant to honor the dead, Da de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, this treat is in demand. A Library of Classics, Edited for the Teething Set Childrens publishers have found a market for board-book versions of Moby-Dick, Sense and Sensibility and other literary novels. Brazil lists 83 training centers for World Cup use SAO PAULO (Reuters) - The 32 teams that qualify for next year's World Cup finals have 83 base camps to choose from with Argentina and the United States two who have already decided where they will stay. Serena Williams Pushes Her Limits in WTA Semifinal Win The No. 1-ranked woman, playing in her 81st match of the year, looked exhausted at times but held on to eliminate Jelena Jankovic. Atalanta's Denis strikes again to thwart stuttering Inter (Reuters) - Atalanta's unsung Argentine striker German Denis, one of Serie A's most consistent scorers, netted a superb header to give them a 1-1 draw at home to stuttering Inter Milan on Tuesday. U.N. peacekeeper killed in DRC A U.N. peacekeeper was killed in the Democratic Republic of the Congo in recent fighting, according to a statement released by a spokesperson for the Secretary-General. In Testimony, Michigan Governor Says Bankruptcy Was Right Call for Detroit Lawyers for unions and retirees challenged Gov. Rick Snyder on whether good-faith attempts had been made to negotiate concessions on pensions before bankruptcy was recommended. Well Concussions and the Classroom The American Academy of Pediatrics on Sunday released new recommendations regarding students who return to school following a concussion. The New Old Age Blog Hiring an End-of-Life Enforcer A new type of professional, the health fiduciary, could help older patients with no family or close friends to make medical decisions on their behalf navigate the health care system. In new U.S. budget talks, Republican proposal has flipped the script WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Republicans in the Congress are taking a new tack in the budget wars that have convulsed Washington for the past three years They want to soak the rich, or at least get them a little damp. Sports Briefing | Soccer Tottenham Maintains Perfect Europa Record Tottenham, the tournament favorite, ground out a 2-0 win at F.C. Sheriff of Moldova to stay undefeated in the Europa League. Poland could halve demand for coal by 2030, study says OSLO (Reuters) - Poland could halve its demand for coal by 2030 with a shift to renewable energies that would end its image as a laggard in European Union efforts to slow climate change, a study showed on Friday. Opinion Banksy 'clueless about NYC' UK graffiti artist Banksy doesn't understand how One WTC helped New York heal, says Errol Louis. N.S.A. Head Says European Data Was Collected by Allies Two top United States intelligence officials defended their operations on Capitol Hill amid growing criticism of the nations surveillance efforts. China paper withdraws support for detained reporter A Chinese newspaper has withdrawn its high-profile support of a detained reporter after he confessed on television to releasing fabricated stories "for money and fame." Rocker Lou Reed of Velvet Underground dies at 71 NEW YORK (Reuters) - Lou Reed, the pioneering musician who fronted influential rock band The Velvet Underground and won mainstream acclaim with solo songs "Walk on the Wild Side" and "Perfect Day", died on Sunday aged 71.

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