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News Feed Latest worldwide news Intersection Modern Takes on Tradition In Jackson Heights, Queens, some residents discuss how their style represents their culture just as much as their favorite trends. 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... Markets Slip Despite Positive Data Wall Street was mostly lower as surprisingly strong economic figures out of Europe and upbeat earnings from Apple could not outweigh earlier concerns over China. The Missing Pieces of an Untold Story About a Jet Friends and family described George Sauer Jr., a former Jet who died in May, as a man who had a story to tell, but never got the chance to. Deals of the day -- mergers and acquisitions July 24 (Reuters) - The following bids, mergers, acquisitions and disposals were reported by 1330 GMT on Wednesday China's Shenhua drains groundwater for coal project-Greenpeace BEIJING (Reuters) - A project operated by China's largest coal miner, Shenhua Group, has reduced groundwater levels in a region of Inner Mongolia and discharged high levels of toxic wastewater, environmental campaign group Greenpeace said on Tuesday. Pope Francis travels to shrine after enthusiastic welcome in Brazil July 24 - Pope Francis is greeted by massive crowds as he arrives to the Aparecida shrine where he will give his first mass as pope outside Italy. Rough Cut (no reporter narration). UPDATE 4-Hungarian government says to phase out forex loans * Banks, markets bracing for impact of government measure US STOCKS-Dow, SP slip; Nasdaq barely in black despite Apple's jump * Caterpillar, ATT hit Dow, Boeing falls after lifetime high 8 spectacular infrastructure projects Austerity, spending cuts and deficit reduction. Can legalizing horns save rhinos? South Africa wants to sell some of its $1 billion of stockpiled rhino horns. But will it end poaching, or just encourage the slaughter? Biggest fines for gouging after Sandy imposed on NY fuel sellers NEW YORK (Reuters) - The biggest fines to date for gas price gouging after Superstorm Sandy have been imposed on a gasoline wholesaler in New Paltz, New York and a gas station on New York's Long Island, New York Attorney General Eric Schneiderman announced on Wednesday. If the Lizards Look at Home, Credit Months of Zoo Labor A new exhibit at the Bronx Zoo will feature Komodo dragons, which can reach 10 feet in length. CORRECTED-Traders in Onyx in SEC insider case surface, claim innocence (Corrects quotation in paragraph 5 to read "options trading" instead of "insider trading") Can Esther Duflo eradicate poverty? Poverty and hunger are two plagues of human society that are usually synonymous with each other. Economist, Esther Duflo, is trying to change that old way of thinking about hunger. Foreign Policy magazine has ranked Duflo as one of its "Top 100 Global Thinkers," for "Poor Economics," a book she co-authored, which says that the impoverished may be suffering from hunger because of where they choose to spend their money. Skin Deep For Men, a Gluteus More Maximus Some men are taking action so that they are attractive when viewed from behind. Economix Blog Strongest Since 1999? Was this the best first half of a year for private-sector jobs since 1999, as President Obama claimed in his speech on the economy? Well, sort of. Jacksons Mother, Defiant and at Times Forgetful, Wraps Up Her Testimony Katherine Jackson, 83, faced cross-examination in the wrongful-death lawsuit she brought against the promoters of her sons comeback tour. The Lede Prominent Gay Rights Activist Is Found Dead in Cameroon Eric Ohena Lembembe was found dead in his home in Yaound, shortly after he wrote about attacks on organizations that support gay rights. Cameroon is one of 38 African countries that criminalize homosexuality. Embracing Tablets, Comic Book Publishers Cash In on a Digital Revolution The market is surging, with digital sales of comic books almost tripling in a years time. Delbonis Beats 2-Time Champ Bellucci at Swiss Open Thomaz Bellucci's defense of the Swiss Open title ended in the first round on Tuesday when he lost to Federico Delbonis, who beat Roger Federer in Germany last week. Editor's Choice Our best photos from the past 24 hours. Brazilian car rental agency Unidas announces IPO plans SAO PAULO, July 23 (Reuters) - Brazilian car rental company Unidas plans to use funds from an initial public offering to finance possible acquisitions, expand its network and strengthen its cash... Allergies in the Time of Research Developing allergies to animals and substances can be an occupational hazard of science. Winners Top travel photo award A selection of winning and commended entries from one of the most prestigious travel photography competitions on the planet. The perfect beach volleyball duo? Looking for the right person can be fraught with difficulties but Todd Rogers knew he'd met the perfect 'wife' when he fell upon Ryan Doherty. Strong Quarter for Netflix, but Investors Hit Pause The company gained 630,000 subscribers in the United States in the spring, but its shares fell in after-hours trading as some investors wanted even higher subscriber additions. Movie Review Computer Chess Depicts Programmers in 1980 Computer Chess is set in 1980 at a gathering where computer programs created by nerds face human competition. Boehner "Obamacare is law of the land" WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Top Republican lawmaker John Boehner said on Thursday he would not make it his mission to repeal the Obama administration's healthcare reform law following the re-election of President Barack Obama. EU-China solar deal hinges on price as deadline nears -sources * Cap on export volumes, length of deal remain problematic Devils Forward Kovalchuk Abruptly Retires From NHL New Jersey Devils forward Ilya Kovalchuk, a former number one draft pick who blossomed into one of the game's top snipers, is retiring from the National Hockey League (NHL), the team said on Thursday. 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. UPDATE 3-Facebook shares soar as users, mobile ads climb SAN FRANCISCO, July 24 (Reuters) - Facebook Inc delivered strong evidence it can thrive on smartphones and tablets on Wednesday, reporting a much better-than-anticipated surge in mobile advertising revenue in the second quarter that ignited a 20 percent share rally. UPDATE 1-E*Trade Financial shares jump on strong outlook July 24 (Reuters) - Discount brokerage E*Trade Financial Corp reported a second-quarter loss of $54 million on Wednesday due to a $142 million charge related to the sale of its market-making unit. Biden Urges Closer Cooperation With Indias Business Elite Speaking in Mumbai, Vice President Joseph R. Biden Jr. said he sees a historic opportunity to improve ties, but India must open up its economy more. UPDATE 3-CP Rail profit hit by floods, derailment TORONTO, July 24 (Reuters) - Canadian Pacific Railway said its long-haul crude-by-rail business should pick-up later this year as price spreads for crude widen. Start Austins Silicon Hills Builds on Its Infrastructure Austin has plenty of incubators, interest from venture capital and a low cost of living, making it easy for start-ups to set up shop. But can it live up to its hype? Stern Advice-Is now the worst time to retire? Not even close WASHINGTON, July 24 (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 Beach, California, money management firm, posits that the postwar generation could be retiring at a most unfortunate moment. 'Just pray for me"' Ohio woman's daughter, son killed within months The identification of a second woman found dead in Ohio prompted her mother, whose son was slain seven months ago, to plead for prayers.

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