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News Feed Latest worldwide news Greenpeace protests against Russian offshore Arctic drilling MOSCOW (Reuters) - Greenpeace accused Russia on Monday of trying to block its protest against offshore drilling in the mineral-rich but ecologically fragile Arctic after Russian coastguards boarded its vessel. Syrians in capital hoard food, seek shelter as strike looms (The reporter's name has been withheld for security reasons) Leeds Journal Giving Troubled Youth a Chance to Leap and Soar A highly disciplined dance boot camp has become one of the most successful programs for troubled youths in Britain. Tesla hails top safety rating for Model S Aug. 21 - Electric car company Tesla says its Model S sedan has won a five-star safety rating in every category tested by safety regulators, a distinction awarded to just one percent of all vehicles tested in the United States. Ben Gruber reports. Scientists grow "mini human brains" from stem cells LONDON, Aug 28 (Reuters) - Scientists have grown the first mini human brains in a laboratory and say their success could lead to new levels of understanding about the way brains develop and what goes wrong in disorders like schizophrenia and autism. World Chefs Collucci shows fun, ease of doughnut-making NEW YORK (Reuters) - After tasting his aunt's doughnuts when he was young at family Sunday dinners, Stephen Collucci was hooked. Salmonella in Spices Prompts Changes in Farming The United States Food and Drug Administrations finding that imported spices are a surprisingly potent source of salmonella poisoning has prompted India to change how they are grown and harvested. Your solstice traditions If Stonehenge is anything to go by, summer celebrations have a millennia-old history. While the ancient druids may have commemorated the fertility of the season, many of us are just happy to get outdoors. Obama welcomes '72 Miami Dolphins to the White House Aug. 20 - Saying, "I decided it was high time to pay tribute to the NFL's only perfect team," President Barack Obama honored Super Bowl VII Champions, the 1972 Miami Dolphins, in an East Room ceremony. Rough Cut (no reporter narration). Low profile for Syria's first lady As saber rattling grows over the Syrian president's alleged use of chemical weapons against his own people, Bashar al-Assad's once high-profile wife, Asma, has kept a low profile. F1's GP of America 'is off' Formula One boss Bernie Ecclestone has revealed that the inaugural Grand Prix of America in New Jersey will not take place as planned next year because the organizers have not raised enough money to fund it. Why attacks on Syria will be chaos Syria's civil war is not America's problem. Syria is surrounded by Turkey, Israel, Egypt, Jordan, and other Arab nations with large standing armies and advanced military equipment. Their cowardice in acting to stop a war on their doorstep should give us pause for thought. Why will they not act, but we must? Sports Briefing | Soccer Manchester United Is Held to Scoreless Tie Wayne Rooneys headline-grabbing presence could not inspire Manchester United to victory in David Moyess first home game in charge as Chelsea ground out a 0-0 draw. Economix Blog Central Bankers Say Emerging Economies Will Be Ready for Fed Exit The question of what central banks are supposed to do about the Fed cutting its asset purchases dominated the agenda at the Kansas City Feds annual monetary policy conference. One Direction's wish One Direction reveal their wish and talk staying humble, and first look at Matthew McConaughey in "Dallas Buyers Club"! Stacy Lewis Returns at Safeway Classic Stacy Lewis is back. Inbee Park is out. Measles-Related Virus Suspected in Dolphin Deaths A virus could be the reason a large number of bottlenose dolphins have died after becoming stranded on the East Coast, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration said Tuesday. CORRECTED- UPDATE 2-New York Times, Twitter hacked by Syrian group (Removes incorrect reference to microsoft.com and yahoo.com as MelbourneIT customers in 19th paragraph) Dashboard Today in Small Business No Tipping! Walmarts sales disappoint. How to get a business loan. And what Breaking Bad gets right about the meth business. Stocks lifted by oil, but unease remains Aug. 28 - Summary Wall Street regains lost ground as Syria related concerns boost energy shares; Planned home buys fall for second month; Nintendo plays tough on pricing in bid to revive sales. Conway G. Gittens reports. 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. ArtsBeat Attention Helps Cyrus and Thicke Sales Miley Cyruss performance at the MTV Video Music Awards sent her music up the streaming charts, and Katy Perrys Roar performed well, but Mr. Thickes Blurred Lines topped them both. Samuel L. Jackson's big love He took on "the Dark Side," overcame a plane-load of rogue reptiles and struck down his enemies with "great vengeance and furious anger." However, Hollywood star Samuel L. Jackson is more at home on the genteel fairways of a golf course. Bits Blog How Surveillance Changes Behavior A Restaurant Workers Case Study A new study of employee monitoring software in restaurants suggests that when employees know theyre being watched, it can significantly alter behavior and increase sales. Obama marks King's 'Dream' moment President Barack Obama's address Wednesday from the steps of the Lincoln Memorial will commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr.'s "I Have a Dream" speech, representing a symbolic moment in U.S. history. Key Questions on the Conflict in Syria A brief summary of the conflict in Syria and why the United States appears headed to a fresh military entanglement in the Middle East. Soros raises JC Penney stake but two big investors exit in Q2 BOSTON (Reuters) - Billionaire investor and philanthropist George Soros likes ailing retailer JC Penney so much that he added another 2 million shares to his already large investment, according to... Poll shows de Blasio surging in New York mayoral race NEW YORK (Reuters) - Public advocate Bill de Blasio has taken a strong lead among Democrats in the race to be New York City's next mayor, just two weeks before the September 10 Democratic primary, according to a Quinnipiac University poll released on Wednesday. Argentines sweep top 3 at tango championships August 27 - Argentine couples take the 2013 World Tango Championships by storm, winning the three top prizes. Elly Park reports. Sports Briefing | College Football 7 Sandusky Suits Settled Seven men, including Jerry Sanduskys adopted son, have completed settlements with Penn State, their lawyer said. The Learning Network Blog Summer Reading Winner | Contradictions in China Congratulations to Alec, Tommy and EunBin, the winner and two runners-up chosen by Flocabulary this week from 615 entries. Straight Sets What to Watch at the U.S. Open on Tuesday At just 22 and seeded No. 14 at the United States Open, Jerzy Janowicz may be the most exciting and excitable newcomer to mens tennis. Hell be in action on Tuesday. Coaches Talk of Injuries, Trying to Slow the Spread Coach like Alabamas Nick Saban argue that spread offenses, because of their fast pace and more frequent number of plays and the way they limit defensive substitutions, lead to more injuries. Ming Dynasty bowl valued at over $10 million set to hit the auction bloc August 28 - A rare blue and white Ming bowl from the Chenghua period valued in excess of $10 million U.S. dollars looks set to break records at auction next month. Sharon Reich reports. Bartoli talks first grand slam win Marion Bartoli, the new Wimbledon women's singles champion talks to CNN's Amanda Davies. Northern Iraq's investment boom Northern Iraq is enjoying an investment boom because of business prowess with gas and oil. Wines of The Times Germanys Rieslings on the Tip of the Tongue The countrys dry rieslings capture a sense of place with more crystalline precision and delicacy than most others. Bombardier, Rostec in tentative turboprop aircraft deal TORONTO (Reuters) - Bombardier Inc signed a preliminary deal to sell 100 short-haul Q400 NextGen aircraft in Russia and set up a joint-venture assembly line for the planes in that country. India Ink Image of the Day August 27 A 200-year-old gold watch was on display in an exhibition in Kolkata, West Bengal. Where are Egypt's missing protesters? CNN's Karl Penhaul reports on the protesters who have gone missing during Egypt's unrest.

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