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News Feed Latest worldwide news Country life riskier than city living, U.S. study shows CHICAGO, July 23 (Reuters) - Contrary to what many believe, living in the city is far less risky than in the country, according to a study released on Tuesday that takes into account all major forms of death from injuries. 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. The biggest tech tax havens Most of the top 50 U.S. tech firms have established an overseas headquarters, not in the country where they do the most business, but where they can pay rock-bottom tax rates. A Reuters special report looks at which companies are saving what and where. Fox Viewers May Be Graying, but Their Passion Still Pays The median age of a Fox News viewer is over 65, which could be a cause for concern given that advertisers aim for the 25-to-54 age bracket. Media Decoder Weinstein Company Loses Appeal to Use Movie Title The Butler The company can, however, use a variation on the title by adding the name of the director. 20 shows to watch this summer Summer doesn't have to be a bleak time for television-viewing -- some of the best shows on the air ("Breaking Bad") or on Netflix ("Arrested Development") are on just in time for Memorial Day and beyond. Rural life riskier than city life? U.S. study says yes CHICAGO (Reuters) - Contrary to what many believe, the risk of dying from an injury is far less in the city than in the country, U.S. researchers said on Tuesday. Dining Michelin quality, lower price Chefs from Michelin-starred restaurants are launching restaurants with small menus, casual atmosphere and affordable prices. World's first glimpse of royal baby The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge made their first public appearance Tuesday evening after the birth of their son, holding the still-unnamed boy to cheers from a crowd outside St. Mary's Hospital. T Magazine Feeling For | A Pimped-Out Bling Ring This rare piece from the rough-diamond jewelry brand Diamond in the Rough is a must-have for the girl who prefers to go big or go home. Quake hits northwest China; 89 dead Rescue teams are scrambling to reach the site of Monday morning's strong and shallow earthquake in northwestern China that has killed at least 89 people, according to state media. P.K. Kongkraphan Wins Symetra Tour Event Thailand's P.K. Kongkraphan won the Northeast Delta Dental International on Sunday for her first Symetra Tour title, beating Michelle Shin with a par on the third hole of a playoff. Islanders Hope to Bring Fans to Brooklyn and Get New Ones, Too The Islanders insist their suburban fans will stick with the team when it moves to Brooklyn in two years, but the team will try to entice new supporters as well. 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. Morsy's son speaks out Osama Morsy, son of former Egypt's president, Mohamed Morsy calls his father's ouster a "coup on democracy" and vows not to let it go. Player Ratings U.S. (1), Costa Rica (0) Player ratings from the United States national teams 1-0 win over Costa Rica in the Concacaf Gold Cup in East Hartford, Conn. Logistics behind 'floating city' Isa Soares ventures below deck to see the operation behind the scenes at the Royal Princess cruise ship. Pesticides found in deadly lunch Pesticides have been found in the food and oil used in a free school lunch that killed 23 students and sickened 25 others on Tuesday in northern India's Bihar state, police said Saturday. 'Despicable' minions triumph at box office In a close race that saw each of the top three films swap places between Friday and Sunday, animated smash "Despicable Me 2" once again won the weekend at the box office. Gordon Brown praises Malala The Taliban is now on the defensive after admitting that their attempt to assassinate Malala Yousafzai has been counterproductive. Wolff makes full Formula One test debut Susie Wolff says she will keep fighting to win a place on the Formula One grid -- but she won't rely on her sexuality to get there. BlackRock launches first retail alternative funds NEW YORK (Reuters) - BlackRock Inc is launching its first alternative mutual funds for retail investors. Elite coaching with Graf, Agassi CNN's Patrick Snell looks at how the famous couple is helping groom the next generation of tennis stars. Gadgetwise Concert-Hall Sound From a Computer The Explorer digital-to-analog converter reroutes music stored on a computer through its own audio circuitry, offering better sound. Scientists report newly discovered horned dinosaur unearthed in Utah (Reuters) - A big-nosed dinosaur that may have used its impressive horns as a mate magnet and to ward off competitors has been unearthed in a fossil-rich deposit in southern Utah, scientists said on Wednesday. Life insurance on the rise in Africa CNN's Robyn Curnow looks at Africa's growing insurance industry and how companies are developing new strategies. Stevens' Move Comes as Surprise to Bulldogs Hours after Brad Stevens told athletic director Barry Collier he was leaving Butler for Boston, he sat down to explain the decision to his players. Bruins G Tuukka Rask Signs 8-Year Contract Tuukka Rask turned an outstanding first season as the Boston Bruins' No. 1 goalie into a long-term commitment on Wednesday by signing an eight-year contract to stay with the Eastern Conference champions. Dis pen cheks speling az you rite Wher woud some of us bea withoot spell check? ArtsBeat Presenting an Infant, and an Image The announcement and introduction of the royal baby has been an artful display of salesmanship. Henchman accuses Boston mob boss 'Whitey' Bulger of pedophilia BOSTON (Reuters) - During the seven weeks of his trial, James "Whitey" Bulger has been called a murderer, drug dealer and, most galling to the former Boston mob boss, a "rat," for informing the FBI about other criminal gangs so he could operate with impunity. Report Links Failed Afghan Project to Soldiers Deaths Investigators say the failure to complete a program to keep insurgents from planting bombs in roadside drainage culverts may have resulted in the deaths of American soldiers. Today's Economist The 300 Billionth Burger An inadequate minimum wage and the weak bargaining power of fast-food workers enable McDonalds to pay less than a living wage. DuPont Seeks Exit From Paints Business to Focus on Farms DuPont plans to exit its once-lucrative paint pigments business to focus on a thriving agricultural unit better equipped to shield the biggest U.S. chemicals maker from market volatility. Japan's Fukushima operator acknowledges contaminated water flowing into sea TOKYO (Reuters) - The operator of Japan's stricken Fukushima nuclear power plant said on Monday that contaminated ground water had likely been flowing into the sea, acknowledging such a leakage for the first time. Al Qaeda group claims prison attack An al Qaeda group says it carried out attacks on two Iraqi prisons that a lawmaker said freed more than 500 inmates -- including some senior members of the group. Aperam is only firm bidder for Outokumpu Italian plant-sources * JP Morgan's One Equity interested in plant again - source Mexican eruption caught on tape A volcano outside Mexico City erupted Tuesday, sending ash and smoke into the air. Next Mars mission should search for past microbial life science panel CAPE CANAVERAL, Florida (Reuters) - NASA's next mission to Mars should look for past microbial life and collect samples to eventually bring back to Earth, a science advisory group said on Tuesday. 6 Die in Egypt as Morsi Supporters Continue Protests In the latest sign of Egypts political impasse, at least six people were killed Tuesday, bringing to at least nine the number of deaths in clashes over the last 24 hours.

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