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News Feed Latest worldwide news Britain Orders Ryanair to Slash Stake in Aer Lingus Regulators on Wednesday ordered Ryanair to cut its 29 percent holding to 5 percent, arguing that it threatens competition on routes between Ireland and Britain. Cairo Military Firmly Hooked to U.S. Lifeline The $1.3 billion in annual military aid to Egypt pays for the kind of weapons that its military loves, and may give America more leverage than it seems. An open letter to texting-mad teenagers Put your phone down for a second, teen texters -- there are some things you've got to hear. Almost 5 Months Old, Bronx Native Makes Zoo Debut A snow leopard was born in April to Maya and Leo, who was brought to New York from Pakistan. Labonte Sidelined After Bicycle Crash Bobby Labonte broke three ribs in a bicycle-riding accident near his North Carolina home and will miss this weekends Nascar race in Atlanta. Highest-paid U.S. CEOs are often fired or fined study NEW YORK (Reuters) - About 40 percent of the highest-paid CEOs in the United States over the past 20 years eventually ended up being fired, paying fraud-related fines or settlements, or accepting government bailout money, according to a study released on Wednesday. Open Book Meryl as Mary Meryl Streep narrates the audiobook of Colm Toibins Testament of Mary. News From the Advertising Industry Account assignments, executive appointments and miscellaneous news from advertising agencies. Zeta-Jones, Douglas split Catherine Zeta-Jones and Michael Douglas are taking a break from their marriage. What's the beef? English gravy wrestlers get dirty August 28 - The World Gravy Wrestling Championships get underway in England, with bouts contested in 1,200 litres of traditional Lancashire gravy. Sharon Reich reports. You're the Boss Blog Hiring to Carry Out Tasks Vs. Hiring to Achieve Goals When you hire, do you think about whether the new employee will be able to grow along with the business? Israeli forces open fire on Palestinian camp Israeli security forces opened fire on a group of Palestinians at a refugee camp early Monday, killing at least two of them and wounding others. Lady Vols Approached UConn About Playing Again Tennessee coach Holly Warlick says she recently approached Connecticut about the possibility of playing each other again. Smart highways inspire innovation Innovator Daan Roosegaarde describes how "intelligent roads" could revolutionize the future of transportation. Dot Earth Blog From the Fire Hose Obamas Bus Stop in Gas Country, Al Gores Category 6, an Unplugging Climate Blogger A roundup of developments on the fracking fight, Arctic ice, and the perils of climate overstatement. San Bernardino, California, eligible for bankruptcy judge RIVERSIDE, California (Reuters) - San Bernardino, California, is eligible for bankruptcy protection, a federal judge said on Wednesday, in a "tentative ruling" ahead of full court arguments later in the day. Column Why Wouldn't Johnny Football Play? Of course Johnny Football is going to play Saturday against Rice. Budding bulls and Buffetts These teens dive into stocks NEW YORK (Reuters) - As any exasperated parent will tell you, most teenagers are obsessed with highly superficial fare TV, clothing, trips to the mall or the latest smartphone app. Final BCS Season Should Be a Wild Ride The BCS farewell tour is about to begin. Israeli researchers walk the walk with gait analysis device July 14 - An Israeli company is developing an inexpensive gait analysis device it believes will help doctors diagnose previously undetected medical conditions. The study of a person's walking style can reveal much about their health, and the company says it can now done at a price that most people can afford. Jim Drury has more. Tortuous extradition process awaits Spaniard in JPMorgan 'Whale' case MADRID/LONDON (Reuters) - By getting arrested in his native Spain rather than his former London workplace, ex-JPMorgan Chase trader Javier Martin-Artajo has gained time in his struggle to avoid being extradited to New York over a $6.2 billion trading scandal. Nuclear Operator Raises Alarm on Crisis Tepco, the operator of Japans tsunami-hit nuclear power plant, said there were more than 200,000 tons of radioactive water in tanks vulnerable to leaks, adding to a list of problems. Can cruising regain public trust? Richard Quest speaks with Alan Buckelew, CEO of Princess Cruises, who says the industry cannot afford more accidents. Rally star Loeb's new challenge Sebastien Loeb was a late starter in motorsport, but the French driver is happy to start all over again in his latest challenge after a decade of dominating the rally world. British government approach on Syria 'consistent' UK foreign secretary LONDON (Reuters) - British Foreign Secretary William Hague said on Wednesday the motion on how to respond to an alleged chemical attack in Syria to be considered by parliament on Thursday was consistent with the approach adopted by the government so far. Personal Health Keeping Food-Borne Illnesses at Bay People, not products, are the main cause of food-borne illnesses, and they can be avoided by following certain basic principles of food safety. Escaping New Orleans' mean streets Nearly 30 years ago, Lisa Fitzpatrick was the target of a gang initiation. Landon Donovan Re-Signs With Los Angeles Galaxy Just a few months after Landon Donovan thought he might be finished with soccer, he re-signed with the Los Angeles Galaxy on Wednesday with his passion rekindled. House Proud Pink Robots at the Gate What to do with a 39-year-old who wont leave home? Let him turn it into his own Roden Crater. China's trials of the century CNN's Jamie FlorCruz takes a look at the Bo Xilai trial and other big trials in Chinese history. Why is this guy a top thinker? In the past, author and NYU professor, Clay Shirky's predictions haven't always come true, but it appears he was on the money in 2011. Foreign Policy Magazine named Shirky one of their "Top 100 Global Thinkers," for his musings on social media's impact on revolutions, which we saw come to full fruition in the Arab Spring. Youth at the Head of the Classroom Charter schools are developing what amounts to a youth cult in which teaching for two to five years is seen as acceptable, and even desirable. Huge whales meet surfers Australian surfers are treated to an amazing display by visiting whales at Bondi Beach. Hedge fund Karsch Capital to shut down after 13 years -letter BOSTON, Aug 28 (Reuters) - Hedge fund manager Michael Karsch is shutting down his 13-year-old firm, Karsch Capital Management, in order to "think about the next chapter" of his career. Moscow Journal Gorky Park, Once Drab, Now Glows The park has transformed over the past two years into an extravagant urban recreational space that offers Muscovites a respite from the intense political pressures of Russia. The Week Ahead | Theater In a Room to Talk In times of crisis, it is perhaps better to listen to walls than climb them. Facebook rolls out shared photo albums Next time you host a soiree, you can collect photos of the event from your guests in one album on Facebook. Scene Stealers Richard Simmons, Internet Star? The Sweatin to the Oldies star works out with social media. House Proud Pink Robots at the Gate What to do with a 39-year-old who wont leave home? Let him turn it into his own Roden Crater. BRICs will suffer from QE rollback - World Bank June 19 - As quantitative easing slows, developing countries will struggle to access capital, warns World Bank President Jim Yong Kim at a newsmaker event in London.

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