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News Feed Latest worldwide news Global Soccer From Mutineer to Magician for Liverpool The decision by Liverpools owner and its manager to retain the services of Luis Surez is looking like the right call, despite his formerly rebellious ways. Springsteen to play for first time in South Africa LONDON (Reuters) - Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band are to play their first ever concerts in South Africa, nearly 30 years after his guitarist Steven Van Zandt led a campaign by rock musicians in protest against apartheid. Violence unsettles oil production MME's John defterios sits down with Hussain Al-Shahristani, the Deputy Prime Minister for Energy. 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. Airline's outrageous safety video This airline safety video might be a musical step too far. U.S. Says It Wont Back New International Coal-Fired Power Plants The Obama administration acted aggressively to impose its environmental policies in coal projects financed by the World Bank and others. Why parents should let kids get a fright Jeff Pearlman says parents should not be afraid to let their children get a good scare on Halloween. Pushing out of comfort zone can help kids confront fear, feel brave and accomplished Youre the Boss Blog Checking In on a Diner That Understands Social Media The biggest change at Squeeze In, since my last post, has been in leadership. Editor's Choice Our best photos from the last 24 hours. Angry Over U.S. Surveillance, Tech Giants Bolster Defenses What began as a public relations predicament for American technology companies has evolved into a moral crisis that threatens the foundation of their businesses. Tiger dropped by EA Sports Tiger Woods' face has adorned the cover of EA Sports video games for well over a decade, but the world No. 1 has been dropped by the developer. NBA Calendar Jan. 6 10-day contracts can be signed. 'Stan the Man' makes mark Stanislas Wawrinka talks to CNN about his 2013 success and his Olympic gold with Roger Federer. Israel says two Gaza tunnels destroyed Five Israeli soldiers were injured in clashes with Palestinian fighters as Israel's military destroyed two tunnels in Gaza early Friday, including a recently discovered tunnel that the military said reached from Gaza into Israel, the Israel Defense Forces said. Inside Art Renaissance Prayer Book Is Set for Auction An illuminated Renaissance prayer book which once sold for $13.3 million is scheduled to come up for auction in January. Fund manager Ashmore eyes stake sale in Saudi waste mgmt firm - sources DUBAI, Nov 1 (Reuters) - Ashmore Group Plc is engaged in discussions to offload its majority stake in a Saudi waste management firm, two sources aware of the plan said, with a sale likely seen... Couple fined for inflight sex A pair of high fliers were each fined $250 for allegedly engaging in oral sex in front of other passengers on a commercial Allegiant Air flight in the U.S. F.C.C. Plans Sweeping Changes to Bolster AM Radio The Federal Communications Commission has proposed loosening or eliminating rules that govern nighttime transmissions by AM stations. 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. Senate leader McConnell a big loser on Election Day WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell set two top goals for the 2012 election a Republican takeover of the Senate and the defeat of President Barack Obama. Immelt Economic efficiencies drive China ahead Jan 19 - In an exclusive interview with Reuters Global Editor-at-Large Chrystia Freeland, GE CEO Jeffrey Immelt says a large and educated workforce is fueling China's strength and not simply a deflated yuan. UPDATE 3-Berkshire Q3 profit up 29 pct; operating results miss Nov 1 (Reuters) - Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway Inc posted a 29 percent jump in third-quarter profit as it recorded big gains on investments made during the financial crisis, but operating results missed forecasts amid weakness in insurance operations. Carlos Slim increases stake in NY Times Oct 6 (Reuters) - Carlos Slim, the Mexican billionaire who loaned the New York Times Co $250 million, has upped his stake in the company for the third time in two months. U.S. government shutdown dampens October car sales DETROIT (Reuters) - The 16-day U.S. government shutdown in early October appeared to dampen consumers' appetite for new cars, as seven of the top eight automakers reporting monthly sales on Friday missed analysts' expectations. Op-Ed Contributor Being Partly Jewish Children who grow up in interfaith communities, learning and celebrating both family religions, are not lost to Judaism. Pogue, Times Technology Columnist, Is Leaving for Yahoo After writing about personal technology for The Times for 13 years, David Pogue will start a consumer technology Web site at Yahoo. The Learning Network Blog Test Yourself | English, Oct. 31, 2013 Can you choose the correct meaning of quintessential, as it is used in the article? UPDATE 4-RBS avoids break-up with 38 bln stg 'internal bad bank' * Restructuring will free up 10-11 billion stg of capital T Magazine At the Milan Interiors Firm Studio Peregalli, Old World Traditions Live On The partners Roberto Peregalli and Laura Sartori Rimini have a knack for conjuring bygone historical eras, while adding a gentle, personal touch. Vodafone rises on report of ATT takeover interest LONDON (Reuters) - Shares in Vodafone Group rose on Friday after a media report that U.S. mobile operator ATT was exploring strategies for a potential takeover of the British telecoms firm. Tiger's highs and lows Tiger Woods has completed a remarkable return to the top of the golfing world after dropping out of the top 50 following a sex scandal and then injuries which hindered his playing comeback. F1 season off to a racing start Ed Foster of Motor Sport Magazine previews the Formula One season with Amanda Davies. Theater Review J. Smith-Cameron Stars in Juno and the Paycock The Irish Repertory Theater revives Juno and the Paycock, Sean OCaseys classic about a buffeted Dublin family, with J. Smith-Cameron in the title role. In the Running Lhotas Strengths and Weaknesses, Exposed on 9/11 Joseph J. Lhotas approach to the unfolding crisis of Sept. 11, 2001, revealed a Boy Scouts obsession with preparedness and a bureaucrats faith in the problem-solving powers of government. Manna Dey, 94, the Voice of Many a Bollywood Star, Dies Mr. Dey was an acclaimed playback singer for Bengali as well as Bollywood films, but like most Bollywood singers, he was not seen onscreen. Music Review Esa-Pekka Salonen Leads New York Philharmonic Esa-Pekka Salonen led the New York Philharmonic Wednesday night in a program including his own Violin Concerto. Home made cars speed through October 29 - Colombia's Medellin hosts annual roller cart festival. Chiefs Owners Plan Yields Quick Fix (but Not a Hasty One) Taking a more active role in running the Chiefs, the owner Clark Hunt, whose father, Lamar, founded the team, has led a remarkable turnaround. Stormy Halloween in central U.S. leaves four people dead Kansas City, Missouri (Reuters) - A violent Halloween storm swept from the U.S. Gulf Coast up to the eastern Great Lakes killing at least four people, three in Texas and one in Tennessee, and contributed to the overturning of a school bus in a rain-swollen creek in Kansas. Alibaba restructures Alipay's parent, Jack Ma's share reduced BEIJING (Reuters) - The online payment affiliate of China's biggest e-commerce company Alibaba Group Ltd will be restructured to attract new strategic investors, in a move that will reduce the shareholding of Alibaba's founder Jack Ma in the affiliate.

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