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News Feed Latest worldwide news Arming rebels Debate in progress While the United States draws closer to providing some form of lethal assistance to the Syrian opposition, the debate over how extensive the package should be and the possible outcome are likely to follow any decision. Bulgaria PM refuses to quit, says protests hamper reforms SOFIA (Reuters) - Bulgaria's prime minister pledged on Friday to stay in power despite daily street protests demanding his resignation, but said his government's lack of broad public support would delay major reforms that the Balkan nation needs. Critics Notebook The Plan to Swallow Midtown Mayor Michael R. Bloombergs plan for East Midtown, which would add giant new buildings without upgrading streets and subways, would only set New York City back. Lawyer Snowden can't leave airport yet U.S. intelligence leaker Edward Snowden has not received documents that would allow him to leave a Moscow airport's transit area, his lawyer Anatoly Kucherena told CNN. Off the Charts Hints of a Corner Finally Turned in Ireland Prices of homes and apartments in Ireland are increasing, especially in the Dublin region. Bulgaria PM refuses to quit, says protests hamper reforms SOFIA (Reuters) - Bulgaria's prime minister pledged on Friday to stay in power despite daily street protests demanding his resignation, but said his government's lack of broad public support would delay major reforms that the Balkan nation needs. Romashina turns heavy metal into fourth synchro gold BARCELONA (Reuters) - Russia's Svetlana Romashina secured her fourth gold of the world championships and her 15th major title when she teamed up with Svetlana Kolesnichenko to win the synchronized swimming free duet on Thursday. Carlos Tevez Man City pressure too much Juventus striker Carlos Tevez talks to CNN about the pressure at Manchester City and his new challenge at his new club. Barclays plans to raise capital-WSJ July 26 (Reuters) - Barclays Plc is in the final stages of executing a plan to boost its capital levels that will likely involve the bank issuing billions of pounds worth of new securities, the Wall... KKR's second-quarter earnings plunge on fund values * Q2 economic net income down 74 percent at $144.4 million Jagger by numbers Mick Jagger turned 70 on Friday. Liu Advances in US Junior Amateur Qualifying medalist Jim Liu advanced to the second round of the match play in the U.S. Junior Amateur on Wednesday, beating Matthew Lowe with an 8-foot birdie putt on the 19th hole. UPDATE 1-Schwab executives see rate improvements; drop "Talk to Chuck" NEW YORK, July 26 (Reuters) - Brokerage giant Charles Schwab Corp on Friday gave a cautiously upbeat assessment of client confidence and the outlook for interest rates, but warned investors against... Prosecutor orders Muslim Brotherhood arrests Gen. Abdel Fattah al-Sisi, the head of Egypt's military, called for mass demonstrations this Friday to support the country's armed forces. Harrisburg Sees Path to Restructuring Debts Without Bankruptcy Filing Negotiators were said to be very close to agreeing on a settlement to refinance hundreds of millions of dollars of debt that Harrisburg, Pa., cannot pay. World Briefing | Europe Turkey 72 Journalists Forced Out for Covering Protests, Union Says The main opposition leader, Kemal Kilicdaroglu, accused Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan of cowing local news media into self-censorship. Lady Vols Approached UConn About Playing Again Tennessee coach Holly Warlick says she recently approached Connecticut about the possibility of playing each other again. Landmine detecting bees create a buzz July 23 - Croatian scientists train colonies of mine clearing bees in an effort to speed up the removal of landmines left over from the 1991-95 war. Brokerages cut down on novice hires, turn to experience NEW YORK (Reuters) - As brokerages search for ways to grow in a tight economy, many firms are cutting back on new adviser training programs and instead investing in experience. The New Old Age Blog A Novel Way to Document End-of-Life Preferences Researchers have stumbled on a way to persuade patients to plan for end-of-life care convince their doctors to ask about it. Troubled youth run 'old skool' bistro As a juvenile corrections officer in Southern California, Teresa Goines found it rewarding to work with troubled youth and help them turn their lives around. Preoccupations Unpaid Interns Silent No More The author of Intern Nation says that in fighting to be paid for their work, interns are taking their case beyond the nations courtrooms. The Wimbledon greats Open Court sifts through the archive to bring you some of its favorite interviews. Bookshelf Slaveholders Estate, Hiding in Plain Sight Books about a slaveholders estate on Long Island, the origins and continuing restoration of Prospect Park and a voyage through New York Citys food universe. Tennessee victims in U.S. meningitis outbreak win new avenue for lawsuits BOSTON, July 26 (Reuters) - Victims in Tennessee of a deadly U.S. meningitis outbreak won the right to pursue a new avenue of litigation against healthcare facilities and doctors there, after a... We ride along with the Nokia Drive Ride-along and interview Nokia's Aaron Dannenbring Dog rehab gives abused animals a new leash on life July 22 - Abused dogs in the U.S. get a new leash on life after a one of a kind rehabilitation program. Elly Park reports. UPDATE 2-Starbucks profit up, U.S. sales surprisingly strong * 3rd qtr same-store sales up 9 pct in U.S.-dominated Americas region Rebirth of Book by Aide to Carter Kathleen Jordan, daughter of President Jimmy Carters chief of staff Hamilton Jordan, is shepherding her fathers memoir to publication. Hong Kong Seizes Smuggled Elephant Tusks The seizure of 1,148 tusks underscored the challenges facing Africas dwindling elephant populations as rising prosperity in Asia leads to greater demand for ivory. 10 best golf courses in Africa For a reputedly impoverished continent, Africa has a remarkable number of golf courses -- 828 courses in 50 countries with a little more than half of those, 450, located in South Africa. Personal Health After a Sprain, Dont Just Walk It Off Ankle injuries should never be taken lightly and are too often mistreated or not treated at all. Manning Up in the Heat Gaming a heat wave is no walk in the park. Designers share their strategies. Fresno Mets Closing Could Hold a Lesson for Detroit The 2010 closing of the Fresno Metropolitan Museum of Art and Science in California may be a template for the threatened Detroit Institute of Art and the South Street Seaport Museum. Rising Price Index Hints at Rebound in Japan The 0.4 percent rise in core consumer prices was an encouraging sign for the Bank of Japan, which is eager to end 15 years of grinding deflation. The Lede San Diego Mayor Facing Harassment Accusations From Four More Women San Diegos Democratic party leaders voted to ask Mayor Bob Filner to resign after four prominent women leaders disclosed they had been victims of unwanted sexual advances. DealBook JPMorgan Executive May Escape Penalty While the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission and JPMorgan are negotiating a settlement, Blythe Masters, a top bank executive, is not expected to face a separate action. Sudeikis Says He Will Leave Saturday Night Live The actor and writer Jason Sudeikis had been with NBCs popular late-night show for 10 years, playing several notable characters, including Mitt Romney. Buehrle, Blue Jays End 7-Game Skid, Beat Astros Mark Buehrle made short work of the Houston Astros, then made even shorter work of his manager's postgame media session. Eiffel Tower staff strike leaves tourists out of luck June 25 - Thousands of tourists left are stranded at ground level as Eiffel Tower staff go on strike to protest delays in repairs and working conditions. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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