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News Feed Latest worldwide news Today's Economist Consumer Spending and Economic Growth What determines economic growth varies, but consumer spending is a result of growth, not a cause of it, an economist writes. Music Review Bombino Brings Tuareg Rhythms to Brooklyn Bowl The Niger-born guitarist and songwriter Bombino, backed by his three-man band, had the audience dancing at Brooklyn Bowl on Tuesday night. U.S. judge rejects Fed cap on debit card swipe fees WASHINGTON (Reuters) - A U.S. judge has sided with retailers seeking a lower cap on fees charged by banks for debit card transactions in a key ruling that dragged down the shares of card companies... Kansas meatpacker recalls beef on contamination issues (Reuters) - A Kansas meatpacker has recalled 50,100 pounds of ground beef that may be contaminated with E. coli bacteria, the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service said. Giant crab robot to help explore what lies on the ocean floor August 1 - Scientists in South Korea have developed a new robot that is modeled on the traits of crabs, to help gather data in underwater exploration. QA Verifying Gmail on the Road If you do not have access to your cellphone for Gmails verification process, there is an option to print out a set of codes. To Make It Up to Rowling, Law Firm Makes a Donation Russells, the law firm responsible for revealing that J.K. Rowling wrote a mystery novel under a pen name, also apologized to her. Marc Andreessen Why I hate going public - Felix TV The Netscape co-founder and high-profile venture capitalist tells Reuters' Felix Salmon that he hates selling companies -- nearly as much as he hates taking them public. What will his investors say? ArtsBeat Asia Society to Present Modern Iranian Art The new exhibition will showcase the work of 26 artists from the 1950s to the 1970s. RPT-BT takes on BSkyB sport to protect broadband business LONDON, July 31 (Reuters) - Britain's BT will launch its much heralded sports TV service on Thursday in the biggest challenge to the dominance of BSkyB since Rupert Murdoch launched the pay-TV group over 20 years ago. Priciest city For the second time in three years, the African city of Luanda has been declared the most expensive city in the world for expats by Mercer, a human resources consulting firm. Airports on the Border Make Room for Canadian Fliers Millions of travelers from Canada, lured by expanding facilities and cheaper airfares, start their journeys with a car trip to an American airport. Dot Earth Blog Another View on Gas Drilling in the Context of Climate Change Cornell researchers come to different conclusions about the climate impact of fracking. Britains Benchmark Rate Stays Unchanged on Signs of Improvement With signs that the British economy is picking up, the Bank of England held its benchmark interest rate at 0.5 percent. Books Patricia S. Churchlands The Self as Brain and Brainwashed, by Sally Satel and Scott O. Lilienfeld Patricia S. Churchland, a philosopher, probes for the organs moral center, while Sally Satel and Scott O. Lilienfeld write to debunk pop neuroscience. Top night adventures in the U.S. Mystery, moonlight and the sounds of bat wings flapping replace electricity and artificial sound during a night "off the grid" in nature. Ask an Expert Answers About Rheumatoid Arthritis, Part 3 Dr. Vivian P. Bykerk, a rheumatologist, answers questions about new tests and treatments, diet and medications. Generali says Telecom Italia board has not talked about impairments, cap hike MILAN, Aug 1 (Reuters) - Insurer Assicurazioni Generali , a Telecom Italia shareholder through holding Telco, said on Thursday the phone company's board had not deliberated about possible new impairments or a capital increase. Lawyers in Detroit bankruptcy may face scrutiny on fees WILMINGTON, Del., Aug 1 (Reuters) - Detroit's bankruptcy filing last month brought a double-barreled bonus for lawyers - lots of much-needed work, and, due to a quirk of municipal bankruptcy law, no... Well Scientists Seek to Rein In Diagnoses of Cancer Some of the top scientists in cancer research are recommending sweeping changes in the approach to detection and treatment, including eliminating the word cancer entirely from some common diagnoses. Explain Obamacare at last Dean Obeidallah says Obama's health care plan would attract broad support -- if only the public fully understood it Snowden's attorney, rights groups welcome asylum news Aug. 1 - Fugitive former U.S. spy agency contractor Edward Snowden slipped quietly out of a Moscow airport after securing temporary asylum in Russia. Mana Rabiee reports. T Magazine Market Report | Black and White and Gray All Over Fall collections offer seasonal staples with stripes and color blocking in these neutral tones. New York City plans beach in Manhattan near Brooklyn Bridge NEW YORK (Reuters) - Manhattan, an island with miles of waterfront, will finally get its own beach. U.S. to close Mideast embassies The State Department on Thursday ordered temporary closures of key Mideast embassies and consulates out of an abundance of caution due to security concerns, officials said. A Collective Lets Small Coffee Shops Roast Their Own Beans The Pulley Collective, a warehouse where the citys coffee shops can roast their own beans and brew new ideas. Riverbed guides below estimates on federal spending worries (Reuters) - Network equipment maker Riverbed Technology Inc forecast current-quarter results below analysts' estimates as it expects sales to the U.S. government to remain weak due to spending cuts,... Russia Grants Snowden 1-Year Asylum The refugee status in Russia was the first formal support from another government for Edward J. Snowden, the former intelligence contractor wanted for leaking details of surveillance programs. With Elysium, Sony Hopes to Break a String of Failures The team behind Elysium, starring Matt Damon and Jodie Foster, promises that it has taken an imaginative detour from the familiar blockbuster formula. Bernadette Lafont, Actress in New Wave Films, Dies at 74 Ms. Lafont was a French actress whose sensuality and ebullience made her a muse of French New Wave films in the late 1950s and early 60s. Well Cancer Risk Increases With Height Height is associated with a greater risk of cancer for both men and women, new research shows. Why this city is most expensive in world For the second time in three years, the African city of Luanda has been declared the most expensive city in the world for expats. The New Old Age Blog A Dark View of Assisted Living A new documentary airing on PBS explores the shortcomings of the assisted living industry. Smart, Social and Erratic in Captivity A film, a book and a trainers death have renewed debate among scientists and animal advocates on the wisdom and morality of keeping killer whales in marine parks. Phys Ed How Exercise Changes Fat and Muscle Cells Several striking new studies provide some clarity by showing that exercise seems able to drastically alter how genes operate, perhaps altering the risk for problems like obesity and diabetes. Milliner Ready to Join Jets Camp After Ending a Weeklong Holdout Entering training camp, the rookie cornerback Dee Milliner is expected to compete for a starting spot alongside Antonio Cromartie. Briefly Education University Application Rates in U.K. Vary by Ethnicity State high school students with Chinese backgrounds are the most likely to apply to a British university, while white students are the least likely, according to a new report. TSA misconduct on the rise Their job is to keep air travelers safe in the wake of the September 11, 2001, attacks. But just how good of a job are they doing? T Magazine About Last Night | An Art Soiree Starring Lady Gaga The twentieth annual Watermill Center summer benefit was both a fundraiser and a bacchanalian spectacle. You're the Boss Blog Help! Im Not a Numbers Person! (Part 2) In the second part of their conversation, Jay Goltz and Michelle VanAllsburg talk about the difference between a profit problem and a cash flow problem.

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