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Obstacles Seen for de Blasios Preschools Plan
Experts say Bill de Blasio must not only win approval for a proposed tax increase from state leaders facing re-election in 2014, but he must also drastically overhaul early-childhood programs.


UPDATE 2-L'Oreal says it has resources to buy back Nestle's stake
PARIS, Aug 30 (Reuters) - French cosmetics giant L'Oreal said it could raise enough cash to buy the 23 billion euro ($30 billion) stake Nestle holds in it but steered clear of pledging to make such a...


A Minute With Ethan Hawke on acting, Selena Gomez and Shakespeare
LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - After taking time away to focus on family and stage acting, Ethan Hawke is getting back to film and stepping into the driver's seat in his latest role as a racecar driver trapped in a car and racing against time in the action-thriller "Getaway."


For James Harris, a Dream Fulfilled
Inspired by the I Have a Dream speech delivered by the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., James Harris became the first black player to be a regular, full-time starter at quarterback in the N.F.L.


Football Platini sideswipe at EPL
UEFA president Michel Platini repeated his support for moving the 2022 World Cup in Qatar to the winter Friday with a sideswipe at the English Premier League (EPL) who are opposed to the change of date.


UPDATE 1-Most Brazil IPOs have lost money since 2005 -Credit Suisse
CAMPOS DO JORDO, Brazil, Aug 30 (Reuters) - Many initial public offerings in Brazil have led to investor losses over the past eight years, a senior Credit Suisse Group fund manager said on Friday, with the worst results coming from oil and gas - a sector that for years was seen as the nation's most promising.


Cash-rich European corporates unfazed by 2014 maturity wall
* EUR140bn-worth of corporate bonds due to mature next year


Chipotle vs. Taco Bell Einhorns short put to the taste test - Felix TV
David Einhorn, the investor known for betting against stocks like Green Mountain Coffee, now is targeting Chipotle Mexican Grill, saying it will face significant competition from "a resurgent Taco Bell." We put his theory to the taste test with Reuters blogger Felix Salmon, Reuters Social Media Editor Anthony De Rosa and Food and Wine Restaurant Editor Kate Krader. (October 3, 2012)


India Ink Indias Lower House Passes Land Acquisition Bill
Members of Indias lower house of parliament passed the land acquisition bill with an overwhelming majority.


A Top Bankers Image, Clouded
Zurich Insurance said it would look into whether its chief financial officer was under undue pressure before he killed himself, leading to the resignation of Josef Ackermann as chairman.


Soccer Roundup Arsenal Able to Bounce Back, Led by Podolskis Two Goals
After losing its first Premier League game of the season last week, Arsenal rebounded Saturday to defeat Fulham, 3-1.


African alchemy to power U.S.?
South African firm Sasol is building a $14 billion pant in Louisiana to turn natural gas into liquid fuels -- hailed as one of the biggest investments from a non-U.S. company in American history.


U.S. Facing Test on Data to Back Action on Syria
The Obama administration says the information it will make public will show proof of a large-scale chemical attack by Syrian forces.


Chevrolets Cheap Minicar, the Spark, Is a Surprisingly Strong Seller
The four-door Spark, made in South Korea and sold in the United States since last year, starts at $12,170 and gets about 35 miles to the gallon.


An Appraisal Dean Meminger The Dream Who Was a Delight to Coach
His teammate and friend Earl Monroe recalls how valuable Meminger was on the 1973 Knicks championship team.


UPDATE 3-Russia escalates dispute with Belarus after CEO's arrest
* CEO's arrest after collapse of potash cartel angers Moscow


The TV Watch Spiral and 3 Other French Shows Worth Seeking Out
Four French TV dramas serve up the most common themes crime, war, sex and the occult in fresh and unexpected ways.


Weak spending, inflation data point to soft U.S. economy
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - U.S. consumer spending barely rose and inflation was tame in July, offering a cautionary note on the economy as the Federal Reserve weighs cutting back its massive bond-buying...


Venice tourists get shock bill at outdoor coffee bar
ROME (Reuters) - Tourists going to Venice beware - and make sure you read the fine print.


Playtech looking to spend $800 million on acquisitions, chairman quits
LONDON (Reuters) - Gaming software developer Playtech is looking to spend more than 600 million euros ($800 million) on acquisitions, as it looks to take advantage of more people betting on bingo and sport on their mobile phones and tablets.


Arkansas homeowners settle suit charging fracking wastewater caused quakes
NEW YORK (Reuters) - Five Arkansas residents who sued two oil companies claiming wastewater disposal wells from fracking caused earthquakes that damaged their homes settled with the companies for an undisclosed sum on Wednesday, according to U.S. court documents and the plaintiffs' lawyers.


Cholera spreads through Cuba
CNN's Patrick Oppmann says diplomats are warning travelers about an outbreak of cholera in Cuba.


In Trial Account, Chinese Ex-Official Strays From Script
The closing statement by Bo Xilai, in which he denied trying to grab power, provided a glimpse of the politics in China that many believe were behind his ouster in 2012.


Economix Blog The Audacity of the Fight for Higher Wages
With economic growth reflected in near-record profits but not in compensation, higher wages are a reasonable goal that should be translated into policy, an economist writes.


Florida to call on Labrador retrievers to stem Giant Snail invasion
MIAMI (Reuters) - Florida officials trying to eradicate the Giant African Land Snail, one of the world's most destructive invasive species, plan to deploy a new weapon in the battle - Labrador retrievers.


T Magazine Travel Diary | Irene Neuwirths Eight Great Days in Greece
The jewelry designer shares her impressions of the island of Patmos, where she savored the the beaches, the colors and the fried cheese.


Press Adds What if? to Five Ws in France
With vacationing readers less inclined to read hard news in the summer, French newspapers and magazines have left some of the news behind in favor of far more creative writing.


Well At the Chiropractor, Well-Adjusted Pets
Chiropractic is gaining popularity among pet owners, as a way to treat animals suffering from arthritis, sprains, joint pain and other ailments.


World Briefing | Africa Libya Ex-Officials and Son of Qaddafi to Stand Trial
The son of the late Muammar el-Qaddafi and his spy chief were among those charged on Tuesday with murder in relation to the countrys 2011 civil war, the general prosecutor said.


As Renters Move In, Some Homeowners Fret
Some homeowners worry about the changing makeup of their neighborhoods, as they fill with tenants who have little investment in the area.


Dufner claims 1st major title
Jason Dufner wins 2013 PGA Championship over Jim Furyk. Patrick Snell reports.


Zurich launches 'sex drive-ins'
In an attempt to reduce open street prostitution and to improve security for sex workers, Switzerland's largest city, Zurich, is opening "sex drive-ins" Monday.


Revealed 8 hotel pillow secrets
You never think about it till you check in. Well we do. So we asked the experts for the essentials of the hotel pillow.


Yahoo versus Google
Yahoo's websites had more U.S. web traffic than Google in July. That hasn't happened in over two years.


Ex-President of Germany, Onetime Merkel Ally, to Be Tried
Christian Wulff, a onetime ally of Chancellor Angela Merkel, faces charges of accepting favors while he was governor of Lower Saxony.


Stray dog epidemic blights U.S. city
Nineteen-year-old James Johnson found a young pit bull puppy running up Seven Mile Road in Detroit this week. He took her in and named her Trina.


Mom of autistic Canadian boy Letter writer 'cowardly'
An Ontario mom is speaking out after a family received an anonymous letter imploring them to move or euthanize their autistic son because of the "nuisance" the teen poses to the community.


'Breaking Bad' vet joins 'Community'
He commanded fear and respect as a hitman/fixer on "Breaking Bad," and now he will command fear and respect as... a community college professor. Jonathan Banks will appear in 11 episodes of "Community"'s fifth season, EW has learned.


BlackBerry director says company can survive as niche smartphone maker -WSJ
Aug 30 (Reuters) - A member of BlackBerry Ltd's board committee tasked with exploring strategic alternatives said the company can survive as a niche smartphone maker but should sell off some parts,...


Could Bo Xilai face death penalty?
CNN's David McKenzie reports on former high-flying Chinese politician Bo Xilai, who now might face the death penalty.


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