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News Feed Latest worldwide news Prime Lot, Empty for Years (Yes, This Is Manhattan) The dormancy of a 6.4-acre parcel in Midtown Manhattan overlooking the East River is an enigmatic and confusing tale of ambition, infighting, personality conflicts and bad timing. The Media Equation War on Leaks Is Pitting Journalist vs. Journalist The recent security and military leaks have received predictable criticism from the government, but a number of journalists have also lashed out at those who are closest to the stories. Tiger Woods Withdraws From Begay's Charity Event Tiger Woods has pulled out of a charity event for good friend Notah Begay because of his ailing back. A New Book Offers a View of the Game That Tailgaters Rarely Encounter The authors of The System The Glory and Scandal of Big-Time College Football may never watch a game in the way they once did. 'Al-Assad poisoning debate' There may still be doubts whether the Syrian regime has used chemical weapons against its own civilian population; but there is however conclusive evidence that it has effectively used the toxic stuff to poison the minds of western policy makers and paralyze the debate over intervention. Analysis Syria, debt ceiling worry has markets questioning Fed taper NEW YORK (Reuters) - Until a few days ago, it looked like a sure bet that the U.S. Federal Reserve would announce the beginning of the end of its massive bond buying program in September. Now, investors are less certain. The Learning Network Blog Word of the Day | wont This word has appeared in 37 New York Times articles in the past year. New puppy bounces into the White House Aug. 20 - U.S. President Barack Obama and his family welcome a new puppy named Sunny to the White House. Tara Cleary reports. James Purdy, a Fabulist Haunting the Fringes The publication of a complete collection of short stories by James Purdy has refocused attention on his unflinching and wildly original style. Rugby Australian Rugby Adopts Anti-Homophobia Policy The new policy will cover all levels of the game in Australia, including professional leagues, and include public-awareness campaigns by some top players. UK's Cameron forced to delay strike against Syria LONDON (Reuters) - Prime Minister David Cameron was forced on Wednesday to push back his plans for an imminent military strike against Syria in a humiliating climb-down for Britain's leader after coming under fierce domestic and international pressure. Peter Cooper, Pascal Maguin Mr. Cooper is a lawyer; Mr. Maguin is a college student. Recent Commercial Real Estate Notable properties that have been recently listed for sale, sold or leased. Biden No doubt Syrian regime used chemical weapons Aug. 27 - Speaking at the American Legion National Convention in Houston, Texas, Vice President Joe Biden says there is no doubt that the Assad regime is behind the "heinous use" of chemical weapons in Syria. Rough Cut (no reporter narration) Goat doesn't like own reflection This goat is not pleased with seeing her reflection in the mirror. American "Mean Melin" is world air guitar champ August 26 - Eric "Mean Melin" Melin dazzles crowds in Finland as he licks the riffs right and rocks out to win the Air Guitar World Championships. Elly Park reports. From The Magazine Looking to Genes for the Secret to Happiness People whose happiness was based on a sense of higher purpose and service to others had gene markers indicating possible better long-term health. Portugal Looks Outward in Bid for Recovery Recent data suggest that the country is indeed hitting its export stride, but the balance sheets of the nations banks could weigh on the fragile economic comeback. Girls flee bombs, start over in U.S. Blair Brettschneider didn't experience war or genocide as a young girl in suburban Michigan. She has never received a death threat, and she has never seen a family member murdered. But the 49 teenagers she helps every week have. Firefighters battle mountain blaze in Mallorca Aug. 21 - Over 150 residents are forced to flee as firefighters battle a mountain fire on the Spanish holiday island of Mallorca. Rough Cut (no reporter narration). French prosecutor investigates U.S. Prism spying scheme PARIS, Aug 28 (Reuters) - The Paris prosecutor's office said on Wednesday it had launched a preliminary investigation into the U.S. National Security Agency's Prism surveillance programme after French rights groups complained it was snooping on citizens' emails and phone calls. Sports Briefing | Womens Basketball Moore Leads Minnesota to Rout of Liberty The former UConn star Maya Moore scored a season-high 28 points, including six 3-pointers, and the host Minnesota Lynx beat the Liberty, 88-57. Li Advances to Third Round Before Rain Halts Play Li Na of China and Agnieszka Radwanska of Poland advanced on featured courts on a rainy Wednesday at the United States Open. Weighing Pain of Traffic for Preseason Games Giants fans reflected on their decisions to wait in an endless string of brake lights for an inconsequential preseason game at MetLife Stadium. RLPC Activision sets launch date for $2.5B credit NEW YORK, Aug 28 (Reuters) - Video game publisher Activision Blizzard is expected to launch September 4 its new $2.5 billion credit backing the company's plan to spin itself off from Vivendi and buy... ESPN Quits Film Project on Concussions in N.F.L. Citing a lack of editorial control, ESPN ended its collaboration with the public affairs series Frontline on a two-part documentary set to run in October. Breakingviews How do you say bailout in Portuguese? Aug. 26 - Rob Cox and Christopher Swann discuss how Brazils $60 bln currency-intervention looks designed to paper over corporate and policy blunders. Biden No doubt Syrian regime used chemical weapons Aug. 27 - Speaking at the American Legion National Convention in Houston, Texas, Vice President Joe Biden says there is no doubt that the Assad regime is behind the "heinous use" of chemical weapons in Syria. Rough Cut (no reporter narration) T Magazine Visiting the Source | A Chef in the Field Sungold and Heirloom Tomatoes The delicate, sweet flavor of little, warm Sungold tomatoes, which are aplenty in farmers markets this time of year, gets paired with the meatier texture of cool heirloom tomatoes in this seasonal dish. Ask Well Eating Before Exercise The Phys Ed columnist Gretchen Reynolds responds to reader questions about fitness. Countdown to Fashion Week for Designer Jonathan Simkhai As Fashion Week approaches, Mr. Simkhai mines his archives and his myriad inspirations. Protestor We are willing to die Cairo -- I write this after several days that have disheartened me and many Egyptian people. Many Egyptians desire freedom and a better life, and we love democracy. Imagine standing in long lines under the sun, waiting to give your vote for a new leader and then you wake up and he is no longer president? China leaping forward on carbon footprint - World Bank June 19 - China has set very aggressive goals to cut its carbon footprint as well as short-lived climate pollutants, says World Bank President Jim Yong Kim. Options regulatory entity asked to look at unusual Leap call trades Aug 28 (Reuters) - Options market maker Timber Hill said it has asked the Options Regulatory Surveillance Authority to look into unusual bullish option trades in wireless carrier Leap Wireless... Google goes inside the A380 Not content with climbing Mount Fuji or scaling the Burj Khalifa in Dubai, the Google Street View team has once again stretched the limits of their brief, this time with a full tour inside an Emirates Airbus A380. 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. The Calling singer I was abducted The Calling's lead singer, Alex Band, told police he was abducted, beaten and robbed Sunday, just hours before his group announced a comeback effort. World Briefing | Europe England Queens Swan Is Barbecued and Eaten The charred carcass of one of Queen Elizabeths own swans was found after having been barbecued and eaten, according to the police and a charity called Swan Lifeline. U.N. team returns to suspected poison gas site Aug. 28 - A United Nations team of weapons inspectors continues its investigation in Syria into a suspected chemical weapons attack on civilians last week. Lily Grimes reports. DSM Huge, but do you know it? Nina Dos Santos speaks with DSM CEO Feike Sijbesma about how the company has transformed itself over the years.

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