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News Feed Latest worldwide news New Details Emerge About Tainted Gallery A newly amended complaint against Knoedler Company challenges declarations by that gallery, now shuttered, that it did everything possible to authenticate artworks. Editor's Choice Our best photos from the last 24 hours. Satellite problems cut phones in Canada's Arctic *Flights canceled, bank machines, cell phones stop working Analysis A B.C.S. Logjam, Possibly, to End Them All This week could clear up the Bowl Championship Series or bolster the likelihood that at least three teams will finish the regular season undefeated. As U.S. Weighs Spying Changes, Officials Say Data Sweeps Must Continue The Obama administration is considering reining in many N.S.A. practices overseas, but for now, officials have concluded that there is no workable alternative to the collection of huge quantities of metadata. Celebrating the life of Arthur Ashe Retired tennis player James Blake talks to Arthur Ashe's widow about keeping his legacy alive. City Room New York Today To the Polls What you need to know in New York for Tuesday mayoral decision day, fall-appropriate weather and a 19th century election surprisingly free of ruffianism. 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. Books of The Times Song of Spider-Man, Glen Bergers Take on a Troubled Show Glen Bergers new book looks at the making of the Spider-Man musical that seemed to be doomed on several fronts. Hungary PM says telecoms taxes may be cut in return for growth boost * Investments that boost growth could lower tax bill, PM says T Magazine Feeling For | Boys in the Hood The season brings a fresh batch of parkas for men that are great for both aprs-ski socializing and wearing around town. Dance Review Cinderella Tries the Fit With Ballet Arizona Ib Andersens presentation of Cinderella for Ballet Arizona proves touching, funny and musical. The Learning Network Blog 6 Qs About the News | Herbal Supplements Are Often Not What They Claim to Be Do you know anyone who takes herbal supplements? Have you ever seen these products in stores? Do you think the government should regulate herbal supplements more stringently? South Korean Government Seeks Ban on Small Leftist Party The United Progressive party is accused of plotting an armed rebellion against the Seoul government in event of war with North Korea. UPDATE 1-Oracle to pay $199.5 mln to resolve false claims case * Oracle denied engaging in fraud, but agreed to settle (Adds details of case, Oracle comment) UPDATE 1-Ex-Michigan Treasurer skeptical of Detroit pre-bankruptcy deal DETROIT, Nov 5 (Reuters) - Former Michigan Treasurer Andy Dillon said on Tuesday that he was "very skeptical" that Detroit would be able to cut an out-of-court deal with its creditors to avoid bankruptcy after reviewing the city's June 14 report that said unsecured creditors would only receive pennies on the dollar. Art Review Rituals of Rented Island, Performance Art at the Whitney Rituals of Rented Island, at the Whitney Museum of American Art, collects the ephemera of 1970s performance art in New York. GLOBAL MARKETS-Investors seek central bank clarity; oil falls * European, U.S. shares fall from highs on policy uncertainty Merck Serono, Kadimastem collaborate on cell-based drug screening TEL AVIV (Reuters) - Merck Serono and Israel's Kadimastem signed a memorandum of understanding aimed at advancing their stem cell-based drug screening collaboration initiated in 2012, the companies said on Monday. Tigers Hoping for Big Things From Ausmus Dave Dombrowski has never been a predictable general manager. Most amazing hotel lobbies From a sprawling room with panoramic ocean views to an open-air entryway modeled after a Thai temple, these stunning hotel lobbies really roll out the red carpet. Graffiti artist to BMX bandit Your city is Maxime Charveron's blank canvas, and it's no longer spray cans he is painting with. After a serious brush with the law he is now a BMX freestyle trailblazer. Snedeker Withdraws From Australian PGA With Knee Injury World number nine Brandt Snedeker has pulled out of this week's Australian PGA Championship because of a knee injury he sustained in China, the OneAsia Tour said on Tuesday. Rebel group to disarm in Congo A rebel group that fought the government of the Democratic Republic of Congo for nearly two years announced Tuesday it would disarm. N.H.L. Roundup Vanek Reaches Milestone as Islanders Defeat Bruins The newly acquired Thomas Vanek had a goal and an assist to reach 500 points in his career and lead the Islanders past Boston. Vivendi to Sell Maroc Tel Stake to Etisalat for 4.2 Billion Euros Vivendi has agreed terms to sell its 53 percent stake in Maroc Telecom to the UAEs Etisalat for 4.2 billion euros, the latest step in the French conglomerates attempts to become more media-focused. Co-op hedge fund shareholder famous for Argentina battle LONDON (Reuters) - U.S. hedge fund Aurelius Capital Management, which will take a stake in Co-op Bank under a rescue plan for the British mutual lender, is also protagonist in a lengthy and bitter... Illinois EPA asks for court-ordered probe of Citgo refinery fire HOUSTON (Reuters) - The Illinois Environmental Protection Agency asked that state's Attorney General to seek a court order compelling Citgo Petroleum Corp to investigate an October 23 fire at the company's refinery at Lemont, Illinois, the agency said in a statement on Friday. UPDATE 8-U.S. oil settles at five-month low as supplies rise * New Libya unrest, Egypt tensions support oil prices (Updates with API data) To change society, first change minds Molly Melching says solutions to health problems are effective if they're discussed as human rights issues and implemented from the ground up Iran marks U.S. embassy takeover Iran marks the 34th anniversary of the takeover of the U.S. Embassy. CNN's Reza Sayah reports. A Yiddishe Momme of Music, Chana Mlotek, Dies at 91 Mrs. Mlotek was a sleuth and archivist of Yiddish music whose song collections allowed thousands to imbibe the mirthful and mournful melodies of the shtetl, ghetto and Yiddish theater. The Week Ahead | Dance Movement Extremes Too much strength can just about ruin a dance, but this week affords a rare opportunity to experience its power in both formidable and subtle ways. Timberwolves 109, Knicks 100 Loves Improbable Shot for Timberwolves Spoils Knicks Rally Trailing Minnesota by 23 early, the Knicks chipped the deficit away to 2 points but could get no closer as they fell to 1-2. In Transit Blog Rentals That Are Local, and Luxurious The private home rental company HomeAway has a new website for customers interested in luxury accommodations. Special Report ATP World Tour Finals Federer and Nadal Have Equal Claims on Greatness, for Now With the mens season about to end with the ATP World Tour Finals, there is increasing discussion about who the greatest tennis player of this generation might be. Book About Amazon Is Reviewed on Amazon, by Founders Wife In her lengthy review, MacKenzie Bezos took issue with The Everything Store, about Amazon and Jeff Bezos. T Magazine In the Air | On the Runway and Off, Gold Is More Glamorous Than Ever As the latest collections show, the metal beloved by pharaohs, Ghanaian kings and Secessionist painters alike still retains the power to hypnotize us. 36 Hours in Dsseldorf, Germany No, its not Berlin or Munich, but this city on the Rhine has more than enough attractions to fill a rewarding weekend. This Little LED of Mine The common complaint about compact fluorescent lights, the harsh glow, may have an energy-efficient answer, especially as LED bulbs fall under $10 each.

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