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News Feed Latest worldwide news JP Morgan puts London FX chief on leave, Citi reported to do same LONDON (Reuters) - JP Morgan has put its chief currency dealer in London, Richard Usher, on leave, a source familiar with the matter said on Wednesday, and Bloomberg reported Citigroup Inc had done the same with its chief dealer. Exclusive Russian banks strengthen ties with blacklisted Syrian lenders MOSCOW (Reuters) - Intent on supplying his government with arms, oil and food, Syrian President Bashar al-Assad has turned to Russian banks to access world markets, and the lenders could open more doors to him, despite a risk of isolation from the U.S. banking system. Time Warner Cable Reports Record Quarterly Loss of TV Subscribers The cable company lost 306,000 television subscribers in the third quarter, hurt by a contract dispute that resulted in a blackout of CBS programming. Exports key to U.S. success Jan 19 - In an exclusive interview with Reuters Global Editor-at-Large Chrystia Freeland, GE CEO Jeffrey Immelt says that the American consumer is no longer the driver of the global economy and that high-tech exports are the key to future growth of the U.S. economy. 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... ArtsBeat Lincoln Center to Expand Discount Ticket Sales The box office at the David Rubenstein Atrium will sell discount tickets to a weeks worth of events at New York City Center, the 92nd Street Y, Merkin Concert Hall and Miller Theater. Chelsea sign Burkina Faso teenager Traore LONDON (Reuters) - Chelsea have agreed to sign 18-year-old Burkina Faso midfielder Bertrand Traore on a four and a half year contract, the club said on their website (www.chelseafc.com) on Thursday. Recipes for Health Millet Polenta With Tomato Sauce, Eggplant and Chickpeas A comforting dish that works equally well with canned or fresh tomatoes. Australia Participated in N.S.A. Program, Document Says Australia has used its Asian embassies to collect data on China, Indonesia and other countries, according to a document leaked by Edward J. Snowden. Fat Dad A Fat Dad Halloween (Hide the Candy) Every year after trick-or-treating, I used to hide my candy in a little paisley suitcase under my bed. Just to be safe, I even locked it so my dad would not devour the contents in one night. UPDATE 2-Mexican Congress passes diluted government tax reform MEXICO CITY, Oct 31 (Reuters) - Mexico's Congress on Thursday approved a government-backed bill to increase weak tax revenues but watered down the measure that is expected to have only a moderate... Drug research provider Parexel's shares slide after weak bookings (Reuters) - Parexel International Corp's shares fell as much as 18 percent after the drug research services provider said it struggled to win new contracts when rivals reported strong results and... 10 golden rules for soccer books They are global sporting superstars, and they've got a story to tell. Enbridge to further apportion pipelines in November CALGARY, Alberta, Oct 31 (Reuters) - Enbridge Inc, whose pipelines carry the bulk of Canada's crude oil exports to the United States, will ration space on additional pipelines in November, according... Figure of fun to major champion This time it'll be Jason Dufner who laughs last and loudest. UK's Frieze Art Fair gets smaller, but big players still hopeful LONDON (Reuters) - The Frieze Art Fair got smaller in 2013, but industry insiders said that would make it no less important for international players who flock to London every October to see cutting-edge contemporary works. Blackhawks vs. Blackhawks CNN's Amanda Davies looks at how international members of team will go from friends to rivals at the Winter Olympics. Oral Surgery for Anaheims Selanne Anaheim Ducks forward Teemu Selanne could be out two weeks for oral surgery after losing several teeth to a high stick. 2014 playoffs Ronaldo vs. Zlatan Cristiano Ronaldo and Zlatan Ibrahimovic will go head-to-head for a place at the 2014 World Cup after Portugal and Sweden were drawn together in the European qualification playoffs. Gadgetwise Earbuds Built of Sterner Stuff, With a Few Quirks The housings, fittings and plug of the RHA 750i are made from stainless steel, not plastic. Federal Review Opened in Georgia Death The death Kendrick L. Johnson, which was ruled accidental, has been the subject of persistent questions since his body was found in a blue mat at his high school. Malaysia's Tenaga exits bid for Ireland's Bord Gais unit KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 31 (Reuters) - Malaysian state power firm Tenaga Nasional Bhd has scrapped its bid for the retail arm of Ireland's Bord Gais Eireann, the Southeast Asian firm's chief financial... DealBook Pricewaterhouse to Buy Booz Consulting Firm The accounting giant hopes to use the transaction to strengthen one of its faster-growing operations, but the combination could raise concerns about conflicts of interest. St. Nicholas Church, Destroyed on 9/11, to Rebuild With Byzantine Design The design, which would draw inspiration from the great churches of the East, will almost certainly renew debate over the role of religion at or around the World Trade Center. In Transit Blog Calendar Coming Events in Florida; Turkey; and Wisconsin A weekly capsule of events around the globe curated by our writers and editors. City to Fit All Streetlights With Energy-Saving LED Bulbs The phaseout is part of a long-term plan to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 30 percent by 2017 and, Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg said, would save taxpayers money. Currents | Events Designers Visions Turn to the Gold Coast The Design Showhouse at Hempstead House, 12 opulent rooms transformed by decorators, opens this weekend in Sands Point, Long Island. 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. T Magazine Market Report | Timeless, Feathery Finds From cocktail dresses to jewelry, blue feathers are marking their territory as a timeless wardrobe addition. UPDATE 3-Conoco turns homeward for oil growth * Expects about $9 bln from asset sales in Kazakhstan, Algeria, Nigeria U.S.-based stock funds attract $13.5 billion in latest week ICI NEW YORK (Reuters) - Investors in U.S.-based mutual funds poured $13.5 billion into stock funds in the latest week on expectations the Federal Reserve would keep its easy money policies intact into... 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. U.N. sued for Haiti cholera outbreak Human rights lawyers filed a class action law suit in a U.S federal court accusing the United Nations of gross negligence and misconduct on behalf of victims of a cholera outbreak in Haiti in 2010. Doctor and Patient A Vital Measure Your Surgeons Skill The dexterity of a surgeons hands can account for much of the differences in how well patients do, a new study confirms. Mosquitoes known to carry dengue, yellow fever seen in California LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - A tropical mosquito known to carry potentially fatal diseases such as dengue and yellow fever has been detected in California, raising concerns among public health officials and prompting intense efforts to eradicate the insect. Celtics Rebuild Highlights Sports' Shifting Fortunes While the Boston Red Sox were putting the finishing touches on a World Series championship on Wednesday, the NBA's Boston Celtics were kicking off a rebuilding phase with a season-opening loss. Could China-Japan tensions spill over? Surprise, surprise, Japan and China are still not getting along. 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. UPDATE 2-Mexican Congress passes diluted government tax reform MEXICO CITY, Oct 31 (Reuters) - Mexico's Congress on Thursday approved a government-backed bill to increase weak tax revenues but watered down the measure that is expected to have only a moderate... F.A.A. Allows Use of Electronic Devices Throughout Flights The Federal Aviation Administrations change, expected before year-end, will allow passengers on most flights to use tablets, MP3 players and other personal electronic devices.

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