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News Feed Latest worldwide news N.H.L. Roundup Islanders Win Opener, Edging Devils Michael Grabner had two goals and an assist, helping the Islanders spoil the Devils home debut with a shootout win. Last-minute drama as Afghan presidential front-runners sign up KABUL (Reuters) - Three men considered front runners in Afghanistan's presidential election staged dramatic last-minute nominations on Sunday, the start of what is expected to be a chaotic but critical race for the palace in the first democratic transfer of power. Desperation Fuels Trips of Migrants to Spain A growing number of migrants from Africa and the Middle East are crossing the ocean for Europe, and many never make it. Scientists urge Europe to shift focus to bowel cancer screening AMSTERDAM (Reuters) - European governments should divert funds to routine bowel cancer tests from less effective breast and prostate screening programs, scientists said on Saturday, presenting what they called "irrefutable" evidence that bowel screening saves lives. Gadgetwise Minimal Desktop Speakers With Maximum Sound Logitechs Z600 Bluetooth speakers deliver some serious volume from a streamlined package. Murray wins Wimbledon CNN's Pedro Pinto talks to Andy Murray who made history by becoming the first British man to win Wimbledon since 1936. Washington still deadlocked on shutdown and debt ceiling WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Washington headed into the fifth day of a partial government shutdown with no end in sight even as another, more serious conflict over raising the nation's borrowing authority... Autonomous quadcopter takes humans out of flying equation Sept. 19 - A group of Austrian students has designed a quadcopter which flies autonomously using only the computing power of a smartphone. The reasearchers say the drone could one day be used for search and rescue scenarios or fighting fires without putting humans in harm's way. Jim Drury reports. In Practice Shutdown Din Obscures Health Exchange Flaws Members of both parties say the federal shutdown has given the Obama administration time to work out the kinks in the insurance exchanges under its health care law. Editors Choice Recently reviewed books of particular interest. Somali raid target was 'Ikrima' In two operations in Africa nearly 3,000 miles apart, U.S. military forces went after two high-value targets over the weekend. Tiger and Kuchar Keep Their Perfect Cup Run Going World number one Tiger Woods cannot be the easiest golfer to find a partner for but he has certainly struck up an impressive rapport with Matt Kuchar at the Presidents Cup. UPDATE 1-Russia dismisses Dutch legal action over Greenpeace activists MOSCOW/LONDON, Oct 5 (Reuters) - Russia shrugged off Dutch legal action over its detention and prosecution of Greenpeace activists for piracy on Saturday as protesters took to the streets internationally to call for the 30 detainees to be freed. Netanyahu Plans to Meet With European Leaders on Iranian Nuclear Talks Benjamin Netanyahu, the Israeli prime minister, hopes to influence coming negotiations over what he described as a comprehensive international struggle. 'Sad' Nalbandian retires from tennis Former world No. 3 David Nalbandian calls time on his career after failing to recover from a troublesome shoulder problem. Impasse With Afghanistan Raises Prospect of Total U.S. Withdrawal in 2014 The United States and Afghanistan are struggling to reach a deal over the role American forces will play beyond next year, officials say, raising the possibility of total withdrawal. UK PM's views branded 'ludicrous' British Prime Minister David Cameron has been fiercely criticized following his comments that Tottenham Hotspur supporters should be allowed to use the term 'Yid' in their chants at football matches. UPDATE 1-U.S. Gulf of Mexico oil work starts to ramp up after storm falters HOUSTON, Oct 6 (Reuters) - Oil and gas production in the U.S. Gulf of Mexico was starting to ramp up toward normal on Sunday after Tropical Storm Karen lost potency off the Gulf Coast, officials... Afghan leader says NATO air strike killed five civilians KABUL (Reuters) - Afghan President Hamid Karzai criticized his NATO allies on Sunday over an air strike in the country's east that he said killed five civilians, including three children. Hans Zimmer plays piano of the future Hans Zimmer, the creative force behind some of Hollywood's best loved film music, including the Oscar-winning Lion King score, adjusts his chair in front of a sleek black instrument that looks something like the control panel of a stealth bomber. What's Vettel's winning secret? Former Red Bull F1 driver David Coulthard explores the story behind Sebastian Vettel's dominance. Amanda Davies reports. Woods outfoxed by feral friend? A Tiger prowling the fairways may be familiar sight but at a golf club in Switzerland it is a fox that has emerged as a new star of the game. US STOCKS-Futures point to slight gains at the open * Shutdown enters fourth day, investors watch debt ceiling Serbian Prime Minister We will be next to join European Union As the European Union continues its expansion into Eastern Europe and the Balkans, Serbia's Prime Minister says he is "certain" his country will be the bloc's next member. 10 cops in Brazil accused of killing and hiding body Ten military police officers in Brazil are accused of torturing and killing a 47-year-old brick layer -- and then hiding his corpse. Pups hang ten in Southern California Sept. 30 - Dog lovers and surfers gather at Huntington Beach to watch canines ride the waves. Roselle Chen reports. Square Feet Lofty Bids Emerge for a Piece of New Yorks Skyline Malkin Holdings may move ahead as early as this week with plans to sell shares to the public through a real estate investment trust. Prince Harry leaves Sydney for Perth Oct.6 - Britain's Prince Harry says he's sad to leave Sydney, as he takes a short trip to Perth on the country's west coast. Rough Cut (no reporter narration). Kung fu meets breakdance Tricking is a new sport combining martial arts, gymnastics and dance -- and it has to be seen to be believed. Art In Review John Houck A History of Graph Paper Mr. Houcks iterative still-life photographs feel old-fashioned in the best possible way. The top films at the North American box office LOS ANGELES, Sept 29 - Following are the top 10 movies at North American box offices for the three days starting Sept. 27, led by "Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs 2" according to studio estimates compiled by Reuters. 1 (*) Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs 2 $ 35.0 million 2 (1) Prisoners...........................$ 11.3 million 3 (*) Rush................................$ 10.3 million 4 (*) Baggage Claim.......................$ 9.3 million 5 (*) Don Jon......................... Advertising Marketers Chase Evolving Consumer Speakers at an annual conference said the pace and scope of technological and societal changes required what one called a constant reinvention of the marketing process. A Federal Budget Crisis Months in the Planning The stand by conservatives that led to the current crisis was the outgrowth of a long-running effort, waged by a galaxy of well-funded groups, to undo President Obamas health care law. Australia's 'DIY' pension funds ring regulatory alarm bells * Australian self-managed pension funds account for $470 bln Off The Shelf New Books Put Finances Atop Your To-Do List The Other Talk and Soldier of Finance, two new personal finance books, use different approaches to persuade readers that its time to get serious about saving and investing. UPDATE 1-Sotheby's adopts "poison pill" after Loeb raises stake * Move comes after activist investor Loeb reveals 9.3 pct stake in co DealBook Under Fire From Investors, CommonWealth to Change Its Ways The real estate investment trust CommonWealth said on Monday that it was updating its corporate governance structure and compensation model after months of pressure from activist investors. What Can Be Sold in 140 Characters? Thats Now the Challenge for Twitter In documents filed on Thursday, Twitter noted that it has been greatly expanding its inventory of advertising slots, especially for promoted tweets. ArtsBeat Book Covers Before and After Four designers discuss their work on recent book covers. State of the Art A Whole New Idea Half a Camera Married to a big-screen smartphone, Sonys QX cameras turn out great pictures, but the cameras themselves have flaws.

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