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News Feed Latest worldwide news Preoccupations She Turned Her Upspeak Down a Notch A freelance journalist was tired of sources thinking that she sounded like a little girl on the phone. So she set out to change her voice. Manager of defunct hedge fund pleads guilty to fraud (Reuters) - A former hedge fund manager pleaded guilty on Friday to defrauding investors in a $12.6 million scheme, more than five years after the fund collapsed under the weight of failed real estate loans. Inside China's 'falcon' village In Jilin province, a small village keeps alive Manchu tradition of falcon training. TPG, Warburg, Berkshire, Ares vie for CPG International -sources NEW YORK, July 26 (Reuters) - TPG Capital LP, Warburg Pincus LLC, Ares Management LLC and Berkshire Partners LLC are competing for building products maker CPG International Inc, whose sale could... Cleveland Man Admits to Abductions Ariel Castro, the Cleveland man accused of holding three women captive in his home for a decade, pleaded guilty to 937 counts, including rape and kidnapping. 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. Cleanup worker hits jackpot with art find July 24 - In an unusual rags-to-riches story, cleanup worker Darryl Kelly finds artworks worth a small fortune while cleaning up a deceased photographer's New York City apartment. Tara Cleary reports. Hader on life after 'SNL' Comedian/actor Bill Hader has departed "Saturday Night Live" after eight seasons, but it's not like he's strapped for work. FACTBOX Eight 2Q earnings eye-openers July 26 - Earnings releases from companies such as Apple, Amazon and Ford pointed out crucial trends and disappointing patterns. Heres a breakdown of them. Einhorn closed J.C. Penney short in Q2 -letter NEW YORK, July 26 (Reuters) - Hedge fund manager David Einhorn closed a bet against ailing retailer J.C. Penney Co Inc in the second quarter and also closed a long position in software company Microsoft Corp, according to a quarterly note to investors in his Greenlight Capital. Russia's Putin 'determined' Snowden case will not hurt U.S. ties MOSCOW (Reuters) - Russian President Vladimir Putin is determined not to allow a spat over Edward Snowden to hurt ties with the United States, his spokesman said on Friday. A fair World Cup deal for Brazil? After some of the world's biggest corporations such as Apple and Google have come under pressure over aggressive tax avoidance strategies, now its FIFA's turn to defend its lucrative financial arrangements with 2014 World Cup hosts Brazil. Australia grapples with asylum Reinstalled Australian Prime Minister Kevin Rudd recently announced his Papua New Guinea or "PNG Solution" in an effort to halt the escalating number of unauthorized boat arrivals of asylum seekers to Australia shores. Oil-themed Wagner 'Ring' catching fire for his 200th BAYREUTH, Germany (Reuters) - An oil-themed staging of Richard Wagner's famous "Ring" cycle for his bicentenary year in the opera house he built in Bayreuth showed signs on Saturday of defying predictions it would be a disaster that might even bring down the house. U.S. Letter Says Leaker Wont Face Death Penalty In a letter to the Russian minister of justice, Attorney General Eric H. Holder Jr. said the United States was also willing to issue a passport to Edward J. Snowden so he could return to the country. Advertising Welcoming a Royal Baby While Trying Not to Steal the Spotlight Advertisers took to social media to send congratulatory messages to the royal family examples of how brands are increasingly trying to become part of news-driven cultural moments. J.J. Cale, Musician and Songwriter, Dies at 74 Mr. Cales blues-inflected rock influenced some of the genres biggest names, and his songs were recorded by Eric Clapton and Johnny Cash among others. Superman flies in southern California July 3 - A start-up company in California creates life-sized remote controlled superheroes that soar through the air. Elly Park reports. Politician's killing stokes anger at Tunisia's ruling Islamists July 27 - Tens of thousands of Tunisians attended the funeral of assassinated secular politician Mohamed Brahmi and called for the Islamist-led government to be toppled. Deborah Gembara reports. Thai crash highlights tourist risk A deadly bus crash in Thailand has raised further concerns about travel safety in a country increasingly known for not just its beautiful beaches but the high volume of road-related deaths that occur every year. City Council Approves Tennis Stadium Plan in Queens The City Council has approved an agreement between advocates for Flushing Meadows-Corona Park and the operator of the United States Open to replace two stadiums. Conviction of Chevron Worker Spurs Oil Industry Concerns in Indonesia The case drew an unusual amount of attention in Indonesia, which relies on foreign investment to harness its resources, partly because government agencies clashed over the validity of the case. Fantasy Football Sleeper and Breakout Candidates at Quarterback Eli Manning, Carson Palmer and Sam Bradford are among the quarterbacks who are being overlooked and could potentially break out in 2013. How should teens handle their summer-job money? NEW YORK (Reuters) - Anchorage, Alaska, teen Grace Bolt isn't spending her summer lolling at the pool or in front of a video game controller - she's juggling a variety of jobs and cashing a variety... Our Nixon Uses Hundreds of Reels Shot by Staff Members The new documentary Our Nixon makes use of hundreds of reels of home movies shot by White House staff members. Missile Crisis II? Not exactly The weapons seized on a North Korean ship in Panama are more suited to a Cold War museum than a 21st century arsenal, say experts. Back-scratching teamwork You can always count on man's best friend to help you out. A Race to Save the Orange by Altering Its DNA Growers turned to genetics in hopes of building a tougher orange tree. But what intervention would the public accept? Summers' work for financial firms could give critics ammunition NEW YORK, July 26 (Reuters) - Former U.S. Treasury Secretary Lawrence Summers, a top contender for the leadership of the Federal Reserve, has been a consultant to large financial institutions, including Citigroup Inc, news that could fuel questions about his suitability to head the central bank. Seppi Advances at Croatia Open Andreas Seppi of Italy advanced to the quarterfinals of the Croatia Open when Andreas Haider-Mauer retired with an injury while trailing 6-1, 4-0 on Thursday. Thompson, Summerhays Lead at Sanderson Farms Daniel Summerhays had to think about his upcoming birdie putt on the 18th hole for 1 hour, 17 minutes before finally stepping on the green. UPDATE 1-'Despicable' minions upset Depp's 'Lone Ranger' at box office LOS ANGELES/NEW YORK, July 7 (Reuters) - The small yellow minions of "Despicable Me 2" upstaged Johnny Depp at the weekend movie box office. Theater Review Let It Be, a Broadway Tribute to the Beatles Let It Be A Celebration of the Music of the Beatles, at the St. James Theater, winds its way from the bands Liverpool days to the last album, and back again. Tunisian Opposition Leader Killed, Party Says A member of Tunisias opposition Peoples Movement party says its leader, Mohammed Brahmi, has been shot dead. Meyer Strikes Somber Tone Over Players Troubles Ohio State Coach Urban Meyer, Aaron Hernandezs former coach at Florida, addressed criticism over his handling of players, many of whom have faced legal troubles. Mahan in Control at Canadian Open With Two-Shot Lead American John Merrick set the early pace with a course-record-equaling 10-under 62 but compatriot Hunter Mahan fired a 64 to grab a two-shot lead after the second round of the Canadian Open on Friday. Cuomo Signs Law Banning Shark Fin Sales The bill signed by Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo signals the death knell for a traditional Chinatown delicacy shark fin soup. Well Walking 800 Miles Away From Cancer When my doctors told me I was cancer-free after a six-year battle, I began an 800-mile walk away from the disease. Baby cracks up at dog A baby girl thinks a dog eating popcorn is the funniest thing on the planet. How Detroit can rise again Bruce Katz and Jennifer Bradley say cities like Pittsburgh, Cleveland and Akron have reinvented themselves with smart public, private and civic leadership. Detroit can too

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