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News Feed Latest worldwide news Gadgetwise Review Western Digital My Cloud Western Digitals new external hard drive, My Cloud, has a faster processor and a smoother setup than its predecessor. U.S. Says It Wont Back New International Coal-Fired Power Plants The Obama administration acted aggressively to impose its environmental policies in coal projects financed by the World Bank and others. Brazilian's head left on doorstep A former professional footballer was killed and his severed head was found on the doorstep of his home by his wife, according to Rio de Janeiro police. UPDATE 6-BlackBerry calls off sale, spurring doubts and stock plunge TORONTO/NEW YORK, Nov 4 (Reuters) - BlackBerry Ltd abandoned on Monday its plan to sell itself and said its CEO is stepping down, sparking a 16 percent dive in its share price and raising fears the... International Real Estate House Hunting in ...Warsaw The market in Poland had a boom starting in 2004, when the country joined the European Union, and ending in 2009, when the repercussions of the American mortgage lending crisis began to be felt. Top U.S. court hears arguments in pacemaker patent fight WASHINGTON, Nov 5 (Reuters) - The U.S. Supreme Court on Tuesday heard arguments in a case of warring legal doctrines raised by a heart pacemaker patent fight between giant medical devices company... Hallmark Cards regrets taking word 'gay' off ornament KANSAS CITY, Missouri (Reuters) - Hallmark Cards has apologized for changing a word in a well-known Christmas carol from "gay" to "fun" on a holiday ornament. Rihanna tops UK chart for record 7 years Singer Rihanna has managed to notch a number one single on the U.K. Singles chart each year for the last 7 years. Paperback Row Paperback books of particular interest. World Briefing | Middle East Iranians Rally Against U.S., 34 Years After Embassy Takeover The former American Embassy in Tehran was the backdrop for a protest that bolstered hard-liners opposed to the Iranian presidents diplomacy efforts. FULL INTERVIEW Toronto Mayor Rob Ford admits he smoked crack cocaine Nov. 5 - Toronto Mayor Rob Ford admits that he has smoked crack cocaine, probably "in one of my drunken stupors," but insisted he's not an addict. Rough Cut (no reporter narration). UPDATE 2-Washington governor to announce tentative deal on Boeing 777X SEATTLE, Nov 5 (Reuters) - Washington State Governor Jay Inslee is set to announce a major agreement on Tuesday that would bring key parts of Boeing Co's newest jet program, the 777X, to the Seattle area. World Briefing | Africa South Sudan One-Sided Vote in Disputed District Residents of Abyei voted overwhelmingly in favor of joining South Sudan, according to results announced on Thursday, but the nonbinding referendum was not recognized by Sudan and South Sudan. Nadal's road to redemption Rafael Nadal walked on to the clay court at the 2013 VTR Open in Chile not sure if this would be the beginning of a comeback or the end of a career. Rolando Santos was there for CNN with his camera to record what happened. Letter From Africa Behind Those Fast Growth Rates, Rising Inequality There is a disquieting reality behind the Africa Rising narrative The total number of people living in extreme poverty has increased. Ex-pro footballer decapitated Joo Rodrigo Silva Santos didn't come home Monday night. 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. CEE MARKETS 2-Leu down a touch after rate cut, c.banks in focus * Romanian central bank cuts rates, space for more narrows * Polish, Czech central banks meeting this week * Telefonica CR shares fall after PPF deal By Marton Dunai and Jason Hovet BUDAPEST/PRAGUE, Nov 5 (Reuters) - The leu fell a touch on Tuesday when the Romanian central bank cut interest rates to a new record low, the first in a series rate setting meetings in central Europe this week. With rates across the region falling to record lows in the past year, borrowing costs Bubba on shaping shots Defending Masters champion Bubba Watson talks family, Golf Boys, that playoff and shows us how he shapes those shots. Luis Barragn Homage Tweaks Vitra, the Copyright Owners In a New York homage to the Mexican architect Luis Barragn, the artist Jill Magid plays cat and mouse with the Swiss group that owns rights to his work. Skin Deep Rachel Roys Beauty Regimen for Two Coasts The clothing designer lives in New York and Los Angeles, which can be tough on sensitive skin like hers. CFTC anti-speculation plan may not be so tough, data shows * CME uses far tighter limits than planned CFTC caps, data shows Is Blatter seeking FIFA re-election? Is Sepp Blatter angling for another term as head of world football? The FIFA president had vowed this would be his last, but Friday's comments about Africa's under-representation at the World Cup has fueled speculation sparked by his earlier claim that he has "a mission" to complete. India launches mission to Mars India launches a rocket it hopes will allow it to join an elite group of space explorers to Mars. Now the challenge is to get there. UPDATE 3-Toronto Mayor Ford admits he smoked crack; will not resign TORONTO, Nov 5 (Reuters) - Toronto Mayor Rob Ford admitted on Tuesday he has smoked crack cocaine, probably "in one of my drunken stupors," but insisted he's not an addict and said he would stay in office and run for reelection next year. Can London keep ATP showpiece? It's become an increasingly precious jewel in the ATP's financial crown, attracting big crowds and treating the leading players like rock stars since its move to London four years ago. New Rules Set to Help Womens Offenses in College Basketball The N.C.A.A. has instructed officials to restrict physical play this season, after scoring fell to a record low in 2012-13. School bus operator Atlantic Express files for bankruptcy Nov 4 (Reuters) - School bus operator Atlantic Express Transportation Corp filed for chapter 11 bankruptcy protection late on Monday, a court filing showed. NJ mall shooting A shooter opened fire at a New Jersey mall Monday night, sending panic through the shopping center and setting off a frenzied hunt for the gunman. What happens to goods lost at sea? On a stormy January night in 1992, out in the Pacific Ocean, 29,000 plastic yellow ducks, blue turtles and green frogs fell from a cargo ship and were lost at sea. Canada's poor environment record could hit energy exports watchdog OTTAWA (Reuters) - Canada is doing a bad job of protecting the environment, an official watchdog said on Tuesday, suggesting a poor image for the country on green issues could harm Canadian companies seeking to export crude oil and natural gas. ArtsBeat Diane Pauluss Cirque du Soleil Show Headed to New York Amaluna, which opened in Montreal in April 2012, is inspired by The Tempest, and directed by Ms. Paulus, who won a Tony for directing this years Pippin revival. Brazil's local Internet data storage plan runs into opposition BRASILIA/SAO PAULO (Reuters) - A government plan to shield Brazil from alleged U.S. spying by forcing global Internet companies to store data on Brazilian users inside the country has run into mounting opposition in Congress, politicians said on Monday. "TransWall" brings new perspective to touch screens Oct. 29 - South Korean researchers have developed a double-sided touch screen for use as an entertainment platform or for public information displays. Called "TransWall", the screen responds to touch on both sides from multiple users. Rob Muir has more. Minsuh Son, Joshua Savitch An Age Difference Proves Beneficial The bride and groom both work in Washington for the State Department. Big Money Flows in New Jersey Races to Thwart Christie Agenda Democrats and unions, fearful of a landslide victory by Gov. Chris Christie, have spent tens of millions of dollars in a record-breaking outside spending campaign. Injured Snedeker Withdraws From Australian PGA Brandt Snedeker has withdrawn from the Australian PGA Championship on the Gold Coast. Illinois Sends Bill Allowing Gay Marriage to Governor With the states legislative session nearing an end, pressure had mounted for weeks in the Democratic-controlled State Capitol to resolve the matter. Parasite depletes wild shrimp haul off southeast Atlantic coast CHARLESTON, South Carolina (Reuters) - Wild shrimp hauls off the southern Atlantic coast have plunged in recent months as a parasite has made it harder for the creatures to breathe, according to state wildlife officials in Georgia and South Carolina. Youre the Boss Blog An Alternative to the Family Business The Family Bank A family bank can help business owners follow Warren Buffetts advice of leaving children enough to do anything but not enough to do nothing.

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