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News Feed Latest worldwide news Tennis greats gather for reunion A group of exclusive players, including Roger Federer and Andy Roddick, met on the sidelines of the U.S. Open. Glasses to make you a real-life Tony Stark Imagine a world where anyone could be like Tony Stark in the "Iron Man" movies -- manipulating 3-D images in thin air. Paulson hedge funds backing recovery in Greek banks ATHENS (Reuters) - Funds run by billionaire investor John Paulson see Greece's recapitalised banking sector as an attractive investment play on the country's recovery after a deep six-year slump. U.S. preterm births fall to 15-year low, still worst in developed world NEW YORK (Reuters) - The rate of preterm births in the United States dropped to a 15-year low of 11.5 percent in 2012, according to a report released on Friday, but the country still came in dead last among industrialized nations on this measure of infant health. Spurt of attacks in Iraq; 8 dead Eight people were killed on Thursday in shootings and bombings across Iraq, police in Tikrit said. Hong Kong's kindergarten wars CVs for babies? Some parents go to extreme lengths to get their children into top kindergartens. Computer-driven hedge fund Density to shut down LONDON (Reuters) - Sweden-based hedge fund Density is to close after a poor performance, its manager told Reuters on Tuesday, as computer-driven funds struggle to cope with markets dominated by... Facebook Eases Privacy Rules for Teenagers Teenagers will now be able to post items that can be seen by the public, making it easier for the social network to turn a post into an ad that can be shown widely. Trent Rommann Leads PGA Assistant Championship Trent Rommann shot a 5-under 67 on Thursday to take the first-round lead in the PGA Assistant Championship. Market Ready Should I Remove Built-Ins? Advice on repairing or redecorating a home before selling it. Gator caught in Chicago's O'Hare Airport Department of Aviation workers caught an alligator in Terminal 3 of Chicago's O'Hare International Airport. The top films at the North American box office LOS ANGELES/NEW YORK, Nov 3 - Following are the top 10 movies at North American box offices for the three days starting Nov. 1, led by "Ender's Game," according to studio estimates compiled by Reuters. Hong Kong luxury home buyers queue amid talk of last hurrah HONG KONG, Nov 4 (Reuters) - In a shopping mall in one of Hong Kong's prime retail districts, more than 100 people wait patiently to take a lift to the sales floors - not to buy luxury bags or clothes, but high-end apartments with price tags of up to $4.4 million. UPDATE 1-U.S. Navy says notice of possible F/A-18 orders posted in error WASHINGTON, Nov 1 (Reuters) - The U.S. Navy erroneously posted a notice about a possible order of up to 36 more Boeing Co F/A-18 fighter jets or EA-18G electronic attack planes due to "pre-decisional and internal budget discussions," a top Navy admiral said Friday. Breakingviews Chrysler's $450 mln question Oct 30 - Reynolds Holding and Antony Currie explain how Fiat and a union trust fund - the two owners of the Detroit automaker - are battling over a much smaller sum than overall valuations imply. Riding the Hashtag in Social Media Marketing Gary Vaynerchuk, a social media marketer, pounces on any trend tweeted or otherwise in his quest to sell, sell, sell. Around the Country College Football Around the Country Teams, players and games that stood out in the tenth week of college football. Sports Mutai and Jeptoo Storm to Victories Follow our updates on Sunday for a live report of the 2013 New York City Marathon, mile by mile and stride by stride. U.S. jobless claims declined by 10,000 last week WASHINGTON, Oct 31 - The number of Americans filing new claims for unemployment benefits declined largely as expected last week as the impact of a California computer glitch worked its way out of the... Australia shares seen opening higher with eyes on local data and rate decision SYDNEY, Nov 4 (Reuters) - Australian shares are likely to open higher on Monday on better-than-expected manufacturing data from the United States, while investors will watch for a slew of local... Tigers Pick Former Catcher Ausmus as Manager The Detroit Tigers have chosen former catcher Brad Ausmus to succeed Jim Leyland as their manager, the American League team said on Sunday. Jets 26, Saints 20 Running Free and Playing Error Free, Jets Smack Down Saints A week after a humbling loss to the Bengals, the Jets run for 198 yards, commit no turnovers and head into the bye week with a 5-4 record. Giant mirrors make town so very happy A sun-starved Norwegian town has finally seen the light -- by installing giant mirrors on the surrounding mountains to reflect rays onto its market square. Poison Pen A Warning on Chemical Peels Two influential agencies moved to classify an acid commonly used by dermatologists as a possible carcinogen. ECB rate cut sooner - or later? Nov 1 - A recent slew of weak Euro zone data has put the spotlight on the European Central Bank - and whether it will have to act soon to spur the region's economy. David Pollard reports. ArtsBeat Book Review Podcast Brain Gain Clive Thompson discusses his new book, Smarter Than You Think. India Ink India a Hub for Patients From Afghanistan In India, sophisticated treatment at far lower prices compared to developed countries, is attracting a large number of Afghans every year. New vaccine targets Hepatitis B eradication Aug. 5 - Israeli drug company SciVac has developed a third-generation vaccine for Hepatitis B, a virus that kills more than half a million people each year. The company says the vaccine has the potential to stop the disease in its tracks and is currently seeking approval for its use in the United States and Europe. Elly Park reports. Special Report ATP World Tour Finals Del Potro's Right Hand Rocks the Stars Juan Martn del Potros powerful forehand could disrupt the leadership of mens tennis, both at the ATP World Tour Finals, next week in London, and beyond. Two French Journalists Are Kidnapped and Killed by Gunmen in Mali Two reporters for Radio France Internationale had been interviewing a leader with a separatist group in Malis unstable desert north. Their bodies were found with their throats slit. Schumer Endorses Clinton for President in Iowa Speech Senator Charles E. Schumers endorsement adds to the support among Democrats for a campaign bid by Hillary Rodham Clinton, who has not said whether she will run in 2016. New China H7N9 strain gives kick to mutant bird flu research ROTTERDAM, Netherlands (Reuters) - Dutch scientists hidden away in a top-security laboratory are seeking to create mutant flu viruses, dangerous work designed to prepare the world for a lethal pandemic by beating nature to it. Election system needs an overhaul, but it's not that easy WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Voters in Florida were still waiting to cast their ballots more than six hours after polls closed on Election Day, registered voters in Ohio were told they were not on voter rolls and new voter ID laws in Pennsylvania led to confusion at voting places. UPDATE 3-Bombardier profit dips as plane deliveries, orders fall * Management evaluating CSeries entry-into-service date, no change so far Australia's Whitehaven to test patience of top shareholder * Weak coal price, mine delay and debt burden hit Whitehaven shares Madonna's 1990 conical bra and corset adorn 2014 Barbican season LONDON (Reuters) - The corset and conical bra Madonna wore for her 1990 world tour will go on display at London's Barbican Centre next year as part of an eclectic 2014 season. Less sin, more Shrek in Macau as China takes aim in corruption fight MACAU, Nov 4 (Reuters) - The media scrum surrounding the politically connected chairman of a Chinese financial services company was interested in one particular unpaid loan. Secular Turkish Government Permits Religious Symbol Four female lawmakers were welcomed into Parliament with Islamic head scarves, which for some was an unwelcome break with secular traditions and for others a sign of the nations maturing democracy. Notre Dame Hangs On for 38-34 Win Over Navy Navy's triple-option offense had Notre Dame flummoxed and flailing for most of the game. Museum and Gallery Listings for Nov. 1-7 A critical guide to the visual arts in New York and the region.

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