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Well Farmers Market Chickens Higher in Bacteria
Up to 52 percent of grocery store chickens tested positive for bacteria that can cause food poisoning. But chickens bought at farmers markets were the most contaminated of all, according to a small study in Pennsylvania.


Queen's Guard honor new prince
July 23 - The Queen's Guard play a special tune for the new prince at Buckingham Palace. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).


Prince William, Kate introduce Britain's new prince
July 23 - The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge emerge from St Mary's Hospital with their new baby son to cheers from well wishers. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).


UPDATE 1-US lender accused of rewarding staff for writing pricier loans
WASHINGTON, July 23 (Reuters) - The U.S. consumer watchdog filed a legal complaint on Tuesday against a Utah-based mortgage company that the regulator said rewarded employees for steering borrowers...


Romanian Denies Burning Stolen Art
Olga Dogaru said in court that she had made up her story to protect her son, who has admitted stealing seven works of art by Matisse, Picasso and other modern masters.


UPDATE 1-Senators balk at senior U.S. lawmakers' tax reform drive
WASHINGTON, July 23 (Reuters) - Despite talk about tax reform, U.S. senators are largely shrugging off a request that they present specific ideas for rewriting a tax code that has grown to more than...


Polycom CEO resigns following expense irregularities
(Reuters) - Videoconferencing company Polycom Inc said Chief Executive Andrew Miller has stepped down after irregularities were found in his expense submissions.


The hot albums and festivals this summer
Summer is the best time for outdoor musical festivals and blasting music with all the windows open. We've done the legwork for you, and compiled what should be some of the best albums of the season, and the most tent-worthy festivals, organized by region.


Banned South African film on sexual abuse creates buzz
JOHANNESBURG (Reuters) - A low-budget movie no one in South Africa is allowed to see has become the most talked-about film of the year.


Brazilian football's spiritual home
CNN's Pedro Pinto tours Brazil's Maracana Stadium after its costly and problematic redesign for the 2014 World Cup.


Apple needs to 'step up or shut up'
It's time for Apple to "step up or shut up" when it comes to launching new products, according to brand expert Jonathan Gabay.


Scientists smell success with durian wine
July 21 - Scientists in Singapore are turning their hands to wine-making, using the pungent-smelling durian as a replacement for grapes. They're still a long way from commercializing durian wine, but the researchers are confident that the so-called "King of Fruits" has potential for producing a wine that people will want to drink. Tara Cleary reports.


Judge revokes Chris Brown's probation
Chris Brown faces possible jail time after a judge revoked his probation Monday in connection with his conviction in the beating of his girlfriend Rihanna.


World Briefing | Asia China Astronauts Return Safely
Three Chinese astronauts returned safely to earth on Wednesday after a 15-day mission that included docking exercises, state television reported.


Fans to Choose Pin Position at PGA Championship
Golf fans will play a direct role in course set-up for the first time in a major at next month's PGA Championship in Rochester, New York, organizers said on Tuesday.


Modern Etiquette mobile manners for cellphone users
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Cellphones are ubiquitous and research shows that although most users think they have good mobile manners, many people report being irritated or annoyed by the use of the phones in public places.


Former MLB Boss Expects Hefty Doping Ban for A-Rod
Former Major League Baseball (MLB) Commissioner Fay Vincent is not privy to details of the latest doping sweep overshadowing the sport but he has a feeling Alex Rodriguez could be in for some harsh treatment.


You're the Boss Blog A Social Entrepreneur Transforms a Nonprofit Into a Profit-Making Enterprise
Saul Garlick responds to reader comments about a case study that looked at ThinkImpact, an organization he founded.


CANADA STOCKS-TSX dips as CN Rail, financials offset rise in miners
* TSX falls 13 points, or 0.10 percent, to 12,745.38 * Five of 10 main sectors decline * CN Rail drops 3.2 percent after results * Miners gain as commodity prices climb By John Tilak TORONTO, July 23 (Reuters) - Canada's main stock index pulled back on Tuesday after a four-day rally as a decline in shares of Canadian National Railway Co following its results offset strength in mining shares. Shares of CN Railway, the country's largest railroad, fell 3.2 percent after the


ArtsBeat A Film Fans Love Letter to Jaws
A film fan with a day job puts his downtime to use by making love letters to blockbusters like Star Wars. The latest of these is called Inside Jaws.


Corner Office Always Thank Your Star Players, Cheggx2019;s C.E.O. Says
Dan Rosensweig, president and C.E.O. of Chegg Inc., the online and mail-order textbook rental service, admires people who arenx2019;t afraid to think big.


Biden Meets Indias Leaders to Promote Closer Ties
While in Mumbai, Vice President Joseph R. Biden Jr. is expected to express growing concerns about Indias economy and its openness to foreign investment.


Bernanke sees need for backstop for mortgage market
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke weighed into the contentious debate over the future of the housing finance system on Thursday, saying some sort of backstop for mortgages...


You're the Boss Blog The Owner of YogaFit Ponders Taking Venture Capital
Lets face it, said Beth Shaw. If I could grow my company past where its at in a big way, I probably would have done it.


Snowden 5 things to do while waiting
Fugitive Edward Snowden remains in the transit lounge of Russia's Sheremetyevo International Airport -- here's how he might be killing time


Al Qaeda says it freed 500 inmates in Iraq jail-break
BAGHDAD (Reuters) - Al Qaeda claimed responsibility on Tuesday for simultaneous raids on two Iraqi prisons and said more than 500 inmates had been set free in the operation, one of its most brazen in Iraq.


NEWSMAKER Carney on IMF, inflation how he got his new job
Incoming Bank of England governor Mark Carney explains where he differs with the IMF on austerity, central bank inflation targeting and how he was made Bank of England chief even though he's Canadian.


Russian women form giant free falling flower
July 15 - 101 Russian female skydivers set a new world record. Elly Park reports.


See the top travel shots of year
A selection of winning and commended entries from one of the most prestigious travel photography competitions on the planet.


Browns Sign First-Round Pick Mingo to Four-Year Contract
The Browns signed linebacker Barkevious Mingo, the No. 6 overall pick in this years N.F.L. draft, to a contract worth more than $16 million, with a team option in the fifth year.


A View of the Heavens From Texas
Amateur astronomers gathered for the 34th Texas Star Party, which offered them a chance to gaze at a sky full of nothing but stars.


Jets Aboushi Faces Aspersions for Being Palestinian
When the Jets Oday Aboushi spoke about his Palestinian-American upbringing at a convention last month, he stirred an outcry online, with some alleging ties to terrorism.


The 30-Minute Interview Joseph Simone
Mr. Simone is the president of the Simone Development Companies, a real estate development and investment firm founded by his father, Pat Simone.


44 evacuated after rig blows
Forty-four workers were evacuated from a natural gas rig in the Gulf of Mexico on Tuesday after a blowout on the platform, according to U.S. Coast Guard Lt. Scott Talbot.


The grand slam that got away
Paris in the spring is the most romantic of all settings for a grand slam, but for some of the biggest names in tennis the French Open's red clay courts mean only heartbreak and shattered dreams.


Meusburger Beats Hlavackova for 1st Career Title
Yvonne Meusburger of Austria won her first WTA title by defeating Andrea Hlavackova of Czech Republic 7-5, 6-2 at the Gastein Ladies on Sunday.


N. Korea games
Acrobats, dancers and singers -- under normal circumstances, a festival featuring such tried and true attractions might not send you rushing to the Internet to book travel.


As Alabamas Opponents Raise the Tempo, Saban Remains a Step Ahead
Mississippi changed to a fast-paced offense like many other SEC teams, but it was forced to change its offense again after Alabama hired one of its staff members.


Royal Couple Make First Appearance with Infant Son
The Duchess of Cambridge and Prince William took turns cradling the newest royal heir in their arms to the screaming delight of onlookers.


Polycom CEO resigns following expense irregularities
(Reuters) - Videoconferencing company Polycom Inc said Chief Executive Andrew Miller has stepped down after irregularities were found in his expense submissions.


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