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News Feed Latest worldwide news Venezuelan man who shot U.S. attaches sentenced to prison CARACAS (Reuters) - A Venezuelan man has been sentenced to 5-1/2 years in prison for shooting and wounding two U.S. military attaches at a strip club in the capital, the attorney general's office said on Friday. Ona at Barclays Center A 19-foot-high cast-bronze sculpture by the artist Ursula von Rydingsvard now stands in front of the Brooklyn arena. The Getaway Compensation for Your Travel Troubles It pays to know the rules If your flight is canceled or your luggage is late, you may be able to collect a payment. Crime Louise Pennys How the Light Gets In, and More How the Light Gets In, Louise Pennys latest mystery featuring the honorable detective Armand Gamache, takes place in a secluded Canadian hamlet. 10 best golf courses in Africa With courses this beautiful, you don't even need to play golf to enjoy these green hills of Africa. Watch CNN FC episode 16 Champions League veterans Owen Hargreaves and David Ginola discuss the game between Bayern Munich and Borussia Dortmund. New Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner It's been a year of mishaps, but Boeing finally has some good news. The Chicago-based aircraft manufacturer announced over the weekend it had completed its first 787-9 Dreamliner. Tyson I am a 'vicious alcoholic' Mike Tyson says he's a 'vicious alcoholic' and thinks about dying. Dr. Drew Pinsky weighs in. Nov. 25 trial date set for U.S. challenge to AMR/US Airways merger WASHINGTON, Aug 30 (Reuters) - A federal judge on Friday set a tentative Nov. 25 trial date in the U.S. government challenge to an American Airlines merger with U.S. Airways . Second-Quarter G.D.P. Revised Sharply Higher The U.S. economy accelerated more quickly than expected in the second quarter thanks to a surge in exports, bolstering the case for the Federal Reserve to wind down a stimulus program. Miley Cyrus twerks away Hannah Montana Aug 29 - The former child-star attempts to shed her Disney image. Alicia Powell reports. EU mergers and takeovers (Aug 29) BRUSSELS, Aug 29 (Reuters) - The following are mergers under review by the European Commission and a brief guide to the EU merger process Syrian army captain among 4 charged in bombings A Syrian army captain was among four people charged in last week's deadly bombings in Tripoli, Lebanon, the Lebanese National News Agency reported Friday, citing a government official. UPDATE 3-Carrefour profit rises as French recovery plan delivers * Carrefour mulls roadmap for Brazil, China expansion - CEO Letter from China A Moniker Only a Mister Could Like "Xiansheng," or "mister," is the most common way to address a man in Mandarin, but it is also used to address women held in high esteem. Recent Commercial Real Estate Transactions Notable properties that have been recently listed for sale, sold or leased. Sheryl Crow finds new 'home' in country music's Nashville NASHVILLE, Tennessee (Reuters) - Sheryl Crow has spent the past seven years living the country life in country music's capital with her country music friends, but the Grammy-winning rocker has only now come around to recording a country music album. UPDATE 2-BBC to shrink as it shares in UK spending cuts * 2,000 jobs to be axed, senior manager roles to be cut Endangered sea turtles nesting at record level along southeast US coast CHARLESTON, South Carolina, August 20, 2013 (Reuters) - E ndangered sea turtles are nesting in record numbers along the southeast Atlantic Coast this summer, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service said on Friday, although they still face environmental threats from ocean pollution and a possible rise in sea levels. France says ready to act over Syria, despite British refusal PARIS (Reuters) - President Francois Hollande said a British parliamentary vote against taking military action in Syria would not affect France's will to act to punish Bashar al-Assad's government, which it blamed for a chemical attack on civilians. Why Russia, Iran, China stay loyal Despite the pressure growing on the Syrian president, he still has powerful friends. Common Sense Cuckoos Calling Reveals Long Odds for New Authors The book, written under a pseudonym by the best-selling author J. K. Rowling, became a success only after her identity was revealed. Sathima Bea Benjamin, Jazz Singer and Activist, Dies at 76 Ms. Benjamin found fame after she left South Africa. She lived in exile in Manhattan for many years and raised money to fight apartheid. 7 CEOs reveal business secrets CNN takes a look at the pearls of wisdom shared by some of the world's leading businesswomen on getting to the top -- and staying there. Water "the teeth" of climate change - World Bank June 19 - Growing pressure over water remains the most worrying symptom of climate change, argues the World Bank President, while a projected 2C rise in temperature by 2030 could submerge Bangkok. House Proud A Haven for Making Music With Plants An artist transforms a garage and sunbaked backyard into a bohemian oasis. Letter From Europe Living in a State of Seamless War The modern equivalent of the wars that Europe fought over religion, territory and politics in the 17th century seems to be under way in the Middle East and beyond. Global climate deal a must despite Copenhagen trauma - Kim June 19 - A pledge by President Obama and Xi to fight climate change is a good first step but its still imperative to broker a global deal, argues World Bank President Jim Yong Kim. Soccer Roundup Arsenal Able to Bounce Back, Led by Podolskis Two Goals After losing its first Premier League game of the season last week, Arsenal rebounded Saturday to defeat Fulham, 3-1. U.S. consumer confidence rises in August NEW YORK (Reuters) - U.S. consumer confidence rose in August as consumers' outlook for the future improved, according to a private sector report released on Tuesday. Medicaid Expansion Battle in Michigan Ends in Passage Gov. Rick Snyder narrowly won the fight over making Medicaid available to more low-income people in a state where some Republicans did not want to seem to be backing the new health care law. The New Old Age Blog In California, Renewed Debate Over Home Care California lawmakers are considering a measure requiring that home care agencies obtain licenses and that aides be certified. How the U.S. will likely strike Syria Bombs or missiles? The U.S. could approach its retaliation for Syria's alleged chemical warfare attack a few different ways. Here's a breakdown of the two most likely tactics. Obama says U.S. will not accept attack on innocent civilians Aug. 30 - President Barack Obama says the alleged chemical weapons attack in Syria represents a challenge to the world to stand up for international norms. Rough Cut (no reporter narration). Hundreds of Fosamax lawsuits versus Merck ordered readied for trial NEW YORK (Reuters) - A federal judge overseeing consolidated litigation against Merck Co over jaw injuries allegedly caused by the osteoporosis drug Fosamax has ordered hundreds of cases be dispersed to courts across the country for trial. Manchester United and Chelsea 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. Israeli troops patrol Syria border Aug. 30 - Israel's army remains on alert near the border with Syria, as Western powers ponder military action. Rough Cut (no reporter narration). Nov. 25 trial date set for U.S. challenge to AMR/US Airways merger WASHINGTON, Aug 30 (Reuters) - A federal judge on Friday set a tentative Nov. 25 trial date in the U.S. government challenge to an American Airlines merger with U.S. Airways . Who is the greatest F1 driver ever? Who is the greatest F1 driver of all time? Past and present drivers give their verdict on the contenders to CNN. Opinionator Toxic Populi The digital village square is the marketplace of ideas. But what if that marketplace looks like the Star Wars bar or worse?

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