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News Feed Latest worldwide news Kuchar claims Memorial title There are only two multiple winners on the PGA Tour this season -- one of them is in top form ahead of the U.S. Open, and the other is Tiger Woods. Breakingviews Japan joins TPP but no BRICs yet in this bloc July 24 - With Japan joining the new Trans-Pacific Partnership bloc, it's Tokyo and Washington setting the agenda for 21st century commerce, says Breakingviews' Andy Mukherjee. But will the BRICs play along? Hezbollah slams EU's blacklisting of its military arm Hezbollah denounced the European Union's decision to list its military wing as a terrorist organization, calling the move "aggressive and imbalanced." Tunisia two years on MME takes a look at how the Tunisian economy is still suffering, especially in the tourism sector. Emmy Awards See who's nominated The Academy of Television Arts and Sciences, with help from "Breaking Bad's" Aaron Paul and this year's host, Neil Patrick Harris, has revealed the nominees for the 65th Primetime Emmy Awards. Ultra-Orthodox Candidates Elected as Israels Chief Rabbis Two candidates backed by ultra-Orthodox parties were elected as Israels chief rabbis, defeating a rabbi who had promised, in an aggressive campaign, to transform the troubled rabbinate. Obama's black critics' motivations LZ Granderson says Tavis Smiley and Cornel West should stop aggressively attacking President Obama. Why I wouldn't want to be royal As Britain segues seamlessly through feelgood summer heat from Andy Murray mania to royal baby euphoria, let us at least spare a thought for the unfortunate newborn caught, through no fault other than his ancestry, in the global spotlight. Well Omega-3s May Raise Prostate Cancer Risk Omega-3 fatty acids have been shown to have many health benefits. But they may have risks as well, including an increased risk for prostate cancer. T Magazine All the Rage | The Next Great Cocktail Craze? Boozy Punches At the 11the annual Tales of the Cocktail convention in New Orleans, revelers embraced large-batch, high-proof drinks served in giant bowls. DOJ probes U.S. fracking market over antitrust -Baker Hughes July 24 (Reuters) - The Department of Justice is examining potential antitrust issues in the U.S. market for pressure pumping services, which are used in hydraulic fracturing, according to Baker Hughes Inc, owner of the third-largest pressure pumping fleet. First glimpse of the royal baby CNN's Christiane Amanpour talks about the first glimpse of the royal baby with CNN's Max Foster. Well Anxiety Lingers Long After Cancer A new analysis finds that within two years of a cancer diagnosis, the pervasiveness of depression in patients and their spouses tends to drop back, but only to be replaced with anxiety. The case against commodities grows (Reuters) - Buying commodities in order to diversify your portfolio might not be that bright an idea after all. Preview Gold Cup Semifinal U.S. on a Roll The United States mens national team, which has won nine straight games, faces Honduras in the Gold Cup semifinals on Wednesday night. Nikkei may open up as yen resumes slide; investors wary as earnings eyed TOKYO, July 25 (Reuters) - The Nikkei share average may open slightly higher on Thursday after the yen resumed its downward slide against the dollar, but investors are likely to remain cautious as they wait for the earnings season to confirm that Corporate Japan is in good health. The benchmark Nikkei is likely to trade between 14,650 and 14,850, strategists said, after falling 0.3 percent to 14,731.28 on Wednesday. The broader Topix eased 0.2 percent to 1,219.92. Nikkei futures in Chi Djokovic survives Del Potro onslaught Novak Djokovic beats Argentina's Juan Martin del Potro to reach the Wimbledon final Friday where he will play home hope Andy Murray. In an uncertain Egypt, street artists rein in their outrage CAIRO (Reuters) - Egyptian rappers and graffiti artists who captured the spirit of the youthful rebellion that toppled president Hosni Mubarak are toning down their outrage as the path to democracy has become more complicated. Sports Briefing | College Basketball N.C.A.A. Expands Use of Replay Review in College Basketball The N.C.A.A.s panel on rules oversight voted to expand the use of replay review in college basketball. Football's push for Israeli peace "I think the younger generation wants to make a change," says Yael Lee-Weiss, who is helping to bring Israelis and Palestinians together through a football scheme that involves children from countries around the world. Fantasy Football Sleeper and Breakout Candidates at Wide Receiver and Tight End Cecil Shorts, Michael Floyd and Rueben Randle are among the players who are being overlooked and who could potentially breakout in 2013. Bote Manon, a Vast, Ornate Club in the Meatpacking District Manon, a club that opened in May in the meatpacking district, where the music is loud and the crowd likes to flaunt its wealth. Data on Factories and Lending Raise Hopes for Euro Zone Recovery Europe may be near the end of a prolonged slump that has pushed unemployment to record highs, the survey showed, but economists predicted the upturn probably will be slow. Believe It or Not, Truman Capote Slept Here Ross Bleckner exorcises the ghost of his homes previous owner. George H.W. Bush shaves head in support of boy with leukemia DALLAS (Reuters) - Former U.S. President George H.W. Bush shaved his salt and pepper comb-over locks in solidarity with a 2-year-old boy who lost his hair from leukemia treatments, his office said in a statement on Wednesday. U.S. slips to 9th in Internet speed Land of the free. Home of the brave. Bastion of mediocre Internet speeds. Revelations by Rowling J. K. Rowling, of Harry Potter fame, shared a bit of the back story of her new book, written as Robert Galbraith. With Cano Negotiations Looming, Yankees Are Bound to Like Pedroias Reported Deal A reported seven-year, $100 million contract between the Boston Red Sox and Dustin Pedroia is considerably less than what Robinson Cano is thought to be seeking from the Yankees. Official 11 police, 1 civilian wounded in Egypt bombing A bomb exploded overnight Tuesday near a police station in Egypt's Nile Delta region, wounding 11 police and one civilian, an official said on state television. Bottarga, an Export That Stays at Home Cured roe of mullet has the potential to make an impact on restaurant menus around the country. Blackstone buys 125.5 mln euros of Madrid protected housing MADRID, July 24 (Reuters) - U.S. fund Blackstone has bought 18 protected rent housing blocks from Madrid city council for 125.5 million euros ($165.89 million), the council said on Wednesday, in one... U.S., in Sign of Displeasure, Halts F-16 Delivery to Egypt Aides say President Obama wanted to signal his dismay to the military-led government about the chaotic situation since the ouster of President Mohamed Morsi. No Starting QB Yet for Oklahoma; Texas Has Answer Oklahoma coach Bob Stoops was quick to point out there still is no final decision on who will be the starting quarterback for the Sooners this season. Djokovic survives Del Potro onslaught Novak Djokovic beats Argentina's Juan Martin del Potro to reach the Wimbledon final Friday where he will play home hope Andy Murray. Pope Francis delivers mass at Brazilian shrine July 24 - Pope Francis calls on youth to "build a more just and united world" during mass at a Brazilian shrine, his first as pope outside Italy. Deborah Lutterbeck reports. Whats On Wednesday Television highlights. Rain slows massive Southern California wildfire LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - Heavy rains overnight helped slow a massive Southern California wildfire that had threatened the town of Idyllwild, a community about a mile above sea level known for its hiking trails, rock climbing and arts and music scene. Is now the worst time to retire? Not even close WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Add this to the growing pile of research that seems designed to scare baby boomers out of their Birkenstocks. A new study from Bankrate.com and Research Affiliates, a Newport... World Briefing | Middle East Egypt 4 Killed in Political Clashes At least two people were killed Monday as supporters and opponents of former President Mohamed Morsi battled near Tahrir Square in Cairo. Bombs, guns, grenades in Pakistan At least three attackers were killed Wednesday in a suicide bombing, followed by a gun and grenade attack, on a military compound that housed Pakistani intelligence offices, a security official told CNN.

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