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News Feed Latest worldwide news A Finding of Guilty in the Killing of Sean Taylor After an 11-day trial, a 23-year-old man charged in the killing of the Washington Redskins star Sean Taylor in 2007 was found guilty of second-degree murder and armed burglary. Solar charity takes aim at Africa's kerosene lamps Sept. 24 - Non-profit groups aiming to replace Africa's deadly kerosene lamps with safe, solar alternatives say their campaign is gaining momentum. The award-winning Solaraid project says the dangerous lamps could be eliminated from the continent by 2020. Jim Drury has more. Ford Pays a High Price for Plant Closing in Belgium Ford has succeeded in reaching a labor settlement in Genk, Belgium, but only after a long, bitter struggle that cost the company $750 million. New Music CDs From Celine Dion and Midlake A pop superstar sings with more rhythm and a prog-folkish indie-rock band pursues a messier sound. Is the Acer W510 Windows 8 tablet better than Windows RT? Can a Windows 8 tablet running on Intel's Atom be a good middle ground between Windows RT and more expensive devices? Take a look at Acer's W510 great battery life and full Windows 8. Thinking Entrepreneur How a Start-Up Retailer Can Manage Cash Flow In the last of a three-part series, a business owner talks about how she can come up with the cash to stock her store. Russell Peters' good impression Known for his impressions of different accents, Russell Peters talks about how his time in Hong Kong inspired him. OpenTable bets on mobile app to drive revenue (Reuters) - OpenTable Inc , which allows diners to reserve tables at restaurants online, forecast fourth-quarter revenue largely above expectations and said it would strengthen its mobile platform. 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. Aiming for Truly Sustainable Buildings A growing list of eco-friendly construction technologies enables developers to go beyond LEED certification. Sports Briefing | Tennis Cilic Wins in Return From Doping Ban In his first match since returning from a four-month doping ban, Marin Cilic beat a qualifier, Igor Sijsling, 5-7, 6-1, 6-4, to reach the second round of the Paris Masters. UPDATE 1-U.S. justices question woman's chemical weapons conviction WASHINGTON, Nov 5 (Reuters) - A majority of U.S. Supreme Court justices on Tuesday signaled concern that the federal government may have wrongly used a chemical weapons law to prosecute a Pennsylvania microbiologist convicted of trying to poison her husband's lover. Mexico's Carstens sees signs Mexico's economy is recovering MEXICO CITY, Nov 5 (Reuters) - There are signs that Mexico's economy is recovering, and a government tax overhaul approved by Congress will have only a transitory impact on inflation, Mexican central... Photographing South Africa CNN's Robyn Curnow meets David Goldblatt who reveals the story behind some of his most celebrated photographs. ArtsBeat More Turmoil in Russian Ballet World The appointment of Nikolai Tsiskaridze, a former Bolshoi Ballet star, as head of the Vaganova Ballet Academy, prompts harsh criticism. 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). Japanese translation glasses seen as Olympic boon for tourists Oct. 1 - Japan's biggest mobile carrier, NTT DoCoMo, has developed glasses that automatically translate foreign languages. It's hoped the glasses, unveiled by the company this week, will make life easier for foreigners visiting Tokyo during the 2020 Summer Olympic Games. Rob Muir reports. Obama, buoyed by election win, faces new battles WASHINGTON (Reuters) - President Barack Obama had little time to savor victory on Wednesday after voters gave him a second term in the White House where he faces urgent economic challenges, a looming fiscal showdown and a still-divided Congress able to block his every move. Mysterious disease turning starfish to 'slime' on U.S. West Coast SAN FRANCISCO (Reuters) - Scientists are struggling to find the trigger for a disease that appears to be ravaging starfish in record numbers along the U.S. West Coast, causing the sea creatures to lose their limbs and turn to slime in a matter of days. Scientists who took chemistry into cyberspace win Nobel Prize STOCKHOLM (Reuters) - Three U.S. scientists won the Nobel chemistry prize on Wednesday for pioneering work on computer programs that simulate complex chemical processes and have revolutionized research in areas from drugs to solar energy. Gadgetwise Tap and Swipe for a Good Cause The Global Gaming Initiative seeks to connect mobile games and charity; its first project raises money to buy bicycles for impoverished communities. Marvel Comics Introducing a Muslim Girl Superhero Marvel Comics is expanding its superhero stable to include a teenage Muslim girl as a lead character. Full statement Toronto mayor says he won't quit after crack cocaine admission Nov. 5 - Toronto Mayor Rob Ford says he won't quit after admitting he has smoked crack cocaine, "in one of my drunken stupors," and insisting he's not an addict. He said he'll let voters decide in next year's election. Rough Cut (no reporter narration). U.S. FAA issues rule to enhance commercial pilot training WASHINGTON, Nov 5 (Reuters) - The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration on Tuesday issued a final rule that it said would "significantly advance" the way commercial airline pilots are trained in the United States. Illinois lawmakers clear way for same-sex marriage CHICAGO (Reuters) - Illinois is poised to become the 15th U.S. state to allow same-sex unions after lawmakers in President Barack Obama's home state gave final approval to a bill on Tuesday. Mariah's back with a new song The singer is set to release a new single, "The Art of Letting Go," on November 11. Days Best in the N.F.L. The top performers and key injuries in Week 9 of the N.F.L. season. US SEC hires ex-prosecutor to lead Chicago regional office WASHINGTON, Nov 5 (Reuters) - The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has tapped a former federal prosecutor to head its Chicago office, in what is a growing trend at the agency to hire more people with a law enforcement background. Johnson Holds Off Poulter to Win First WGC Event American Dustin Johnson pitched in for an eagle two at the 16th hole to set up a three-stroke victory over England's Ian Poulter and win his first World Golf Championship title at the $8.5 million HSBC Champions on Sunday. Jeptoo Wins in a Sprint From Behind Buzunesh Deba and Tigist Tufa built a huge lead before Priscah Jeptoo ran them down, taking the lead around Mile 24 to win by 49 seconds. Square Feet Fruits of a Pretzel Empire Are for Sale in Amish Country The founders of Auntie Annes Inc. are auctioning property in Pennsylvania that includes 94 acres and a center that offers services to families. Nobel winner Ebadi urges EU, U.S. to ban Iran from TV satellites NEW YORK (Reuters) - Nobel Peace laureate Shirin Ebadi on Monday called on the European Union and United States to ban Iran from using U.S. and European satellites to broadcast what she described as the Islamic Republic's propaganda. U.S. gay-rights bill clears Senate Republican hurdle; Boehner opposes measure WASHINGTON (Reuters) - A White House-backed bill to ban workplace discrimination against gays narrowly cleared a Republican procedural roadblock in the U.S. Senate on Monday with the support of a handful of Republicans, just hours after the party's top lawmaker declared his opposition. Dot Earth Blog Survival of the Extraordinary A Fly With Ants on its Wings An extraordinary fly in the United Arab Emirates has images of ants on its wings. Toronto Mayor Ford admits he smoked crack; will not resign TORONTO (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. Gadgetwise Review Audiovox ShutterBall Remote Shutter Release An app from Audiovox works with a remote wireless shutter release to frame larger, more distant shots. Breakingviews Why Twitter likes Facebook Oct 31 - Jeffrey Goldfarb talks to Rob Cyran about Facebooks latest results and how a rising tide of mobile ad revenue may lift Twitter and other rivals as well as Mark Zuckerbergs firm. Australian asks U.S. court to overturn his Guantanamo conviction MIAMI (Reuters) - Australian David Hicks was so desperate to get out of the Guantanamo prison that he pleaded guilty under duress to a charge that was not actually a war crime, his lawyers said in an appeal filed on Tuesday. 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. Motherlode Blog Should Our Daughters Come to Our (Gay) Wedding? Our daughters (8 and 10) think we already are married. We had a commitment ceremony almost 20 years ago. When we head to City Hall to make it legal, wouldnt it just confuse them if we ask them to come along?

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