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News Feed Latest worldwide news Cyprus in Plan to Develop a Natural Gas Industry The island nation seeks to rebuild its economy after the collapse of its banking industry, but its natural gas industry so far exists mainly in theory. UPDATE 4-Czech central bank catches market offguard with launch of crown sales * Central bank governor says bank in it for the long term A Not-Quite New Guy on New Girl Damon Wayans Jr. had to drop out of the sitcom New Girl after appearing in the pilot. Now, in Season 3, hes back. Chairman says Deutsche Bank knew of probe when extending CEO contract HAMBURG (Reuters) - Deutsche Bank Chairman Paul Achleitner said the supervisory board at Germany's flagship lender decided to extend co-chief executive Juergen Fitschen's contract until 2017, despite knowing about a criminal probe against him. Taxpayers close to breaking even on Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac bailout WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Government-run Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, America's biggest providers of housing finance, will send the U.S. Treasury $39.0 billion in December, leaving them within a hair of paying back their 2008 bailout. Timothy Bralczyk, Martin Torre Mr. Bralczyk works for The New York Times, and Mr. Torre is an architect and zoning consultant. MARKETS-GLOBAL-Dollar gains on GDP, pushing oil, stocks lower NEW YORK, Nov 7 (Reuters) - Stronger-than-expected U.S. economic growth, coupled with a surprise interest rate cut by the European Central Bank, pushed the dollar up and crude oil prices down on... Greek Police Raid Occupied Broadcasting Station Employees of ERT, the former state broadcaster, had occupied its headquarters since the government shut it down in June, prompting a political crisis. Turkey and 'the Kurdish problem' The latest round of peace talks with the Kurdistan Workers' Party (PKK) remains the Turkish government's best bet not just to solve the country's 29-year old "Kurdish problem" but also to feed its energy-hungry population and wean it off costly and politically risky Russian and Iranian energy imports. Djokovic Anti-doping procedures 'ridiculous' World No. 2 Novak Djokovic claims anti-doping procedures in tennis are "ridiculous" following the treatment of his close friend Viktor Troicki -- who tells CNN he has been made to feel "like a criminal." DealBook Building a Portfolio With a Focus on a Single Sector Water Rebuffing a strategy of diversification, the venture capital firm XPV Capital believes it can find success by developing expertise in one area. FOREX-Euro slips after surprise ECB move, U.S. data NEW YORK, Nov 7 (Reuters) - The euro slid to a more than seven-week low against the dollar on Thursday after the European Central Bank shocked investors by cutting interest rates and said that policy... Defectors Land on Their Feet Seven defectors from the National Ballet of Cuba have found jobs with American ballet companies since their arrival in the spring. UPDATE 1-Agenus genital herpes vaccine succeeds in mid-stage trial Nov 7 (Reuters) - Agenus Inc said a trial of its experimental genital herpes vaccine reduced the rate at which patients released the virus, reducing the likelihood of infecting others, sending its... Growth in Service Sector Accelerated Last Month An index of sales and hiring by service companies indicated that they shrugged off the government shutdown. Theater Review A Contemporary Enemy of the People at the Harvey Theater An adaptation of An Enemy of the People, at the Brooklyn Academy of Musics Harvey Theater, updates the play into a critique of modern society. Economix Blog Podesta Starting a Think Tank on Inequality John Podesta, a former Clinton chief of staff and Obama adviser, will be joined by the economists J. Bradford DeLong and Heather Boushey at what he is calling the Washington Center for Equitable Growth. U.S. Reading and Math Scores Show Slight Gains Fourth and eighth graders scored somewhat better on reading and math evaluations this year, but racial and economic disparities persist, the Education Department said. Scientists go with their gut for bacterial bio-fuel Oct. 8 - Scientists in South Korea say they have produced gasoline from genetically modified Escherichia coli, a bacteria more commonly associated with food poisoning in humans. The researchers, from the Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology, say their work could one day lead to a new and sustainable source of clean fuel. Rob Muir reports. 'Chicks bashing each other' Roller derby is a full on, high-impact sport. And Cape Town's Rollergirls aren't scared of a few bruises. Red Bulls Prepare for a Seasoned Rival The Houston Dynamo, hosts in the opening game of an Eastern Conference semifinal playoff series, have reached the M.L.S. title game four times in seven years. Living Golf meets Samuel L. Jackson Amanda Davies gets a crash course in golf from actor Samuel L. Jackson, who always makes time for his favorite sport. Senate panel will move ahead on new Iran sanctions WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The Senate Banking Committee will move ahead with a package of tough new sanctions on Iran after the current negotiating session over its nuclear program ends in Geneva on Friday, the committee's chairman said on Thursday. 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. App Smart Cooking the Turkey Dinner, With a Little Help From My Phone Android and iOS apps to help in the kitchen and keep the children amused. Well What Our Patients Can Teach Us A critical component to true health care reform is in changing our core expectations about the use of heroic measures at the end of life. U.S. Signals Flexibility as Iran Nuclear Talks Resume An American official said a short suspension of the Iranian program would give negotiators time to pursue a comprehensive and far more challenging agreement. Editor's choice Our top photos from the last 24 hours. Soccer Bayern Munich Chief Faces Trial for Tax Evasion Uli Hoeness is to be tried in March on charges of evading millions of euros in taxes, but the soccer club said it saw no need for him to step down. 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. CANADA FX DEBT-C$ slips as U.S. economy shows some strength * C$ at C$1.0461 vs US$, or 95.59 U.S. cents * U.S. economy grew faster than expected in Q3 * U.S. jobless claims fell in latest week * ECB cut rates to record low * Bond prices rise across maturity... Sochi Putin's 'big gift' - or folly? Is it ever worth staging the Olympics? Sochi 2014 will be the most expensive Winter Games in history, but can Vladimir Putin's grand planners learn lessons from one of the smallest hosts -- Lillehammer, a tiny town in Norway? For Detroits New Mayor, Power, With Conditions Mike Duggans power is constrained by the presence of an emergency manager, with whom he must work effectively, while still winning the trust of city residents. C.I.A. Is Said to Pay ATT for Call Data The disclosure shows that agencies beyond the N.S.A. exploit call metadata with programs regulated by an inconsistent patchwork of legal standards, procedures and oversight. Phys Ed Keep Telling Yourself, This Workout Feels Good Verbal mantras like feeling good and doing well can stave off fatigue and improve exercise performance, a new study shows. U.S. retailers' October sales rise, but holiday concerns remain (Reuters) - Costco Wholesale Corp and Victoria's Secret parent L Brands Inc were among the major U.S. retailers to report same-store sales gains for October, but many chains expressed caution heading... T Magazine The Look | Rosie Huntington-Whiteleys Jet-Set Chic The actress looked casual and cozy at Los Angeles International Airport yesterday. Resort by a Lake, Fit for a Generalissimo Taiwan hopes the beauty of Chiang Kai-sheks redoubt will draw mainland Chinese visitors. ArtsBeat Work by Britten Resurfaces at American Ballet Theater A Benjamin Britten orchestration of Chopin piano music that was believed to be lost will re-enter the repertory on Friday night when American Ballet Theater uses it for its performance of Michel Fokines Les Sylphides. Chinese Leaders Economic Plan Tests Goal to Fortify Party Power President Xi Jinping faces the daunting task of reconciling promises of market-driven economic reform with his goal to reinforce the Communist Partys pillars of control.

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