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News Feed Latest worldwide news U.C. Berkeley Exonerated in Case on Anti-Semitism A complaint was dismissed against the University of California at Berkeley that accused the school of failing in its duty to prevent anti-Semitic harassment during campus protests. Cucumber Salad With Asian Flavors This pungent Asian salad goes very nicely with fish and stir-fries. Manufacturing Index Rises The Institute for Supply Management said its index of national factory activity rose to 55.7 in August from 55.4 the prior month, comfortably beating expectations. Egypt's Morsy to stand trial for inciting murder Former Egyptian President Mohamed Morsy will stand trial on charges of incitement to conduct murder and "thuggery" relating to clashes near the presidential palace in December, state-run MENA reported Sunday. Detroit defends contested swaps deal as key to city's survival DETROIT, Sept 3 (Reuters) - Detroit had no choice but to strike a deal with holders of interest-rate swaps contracts as the city scrambled to guarantee access to cash in the days before its... SE Asia Stocks-Most gain on commodity plays; Indonesia leads BANGKOK, Sept 3 (Reuters) - Most Southeast Asian markets ended higher on Tuesday as investors loaded up on commodities-related stocks amid a spate of upbeat economic data across the globe while Indonesian coal miners gained as a rise in the dollar bolstered earnings outlook. The region saw rotational play into commodity and energy stocks, including Golden Agri-Resources Ltd, Tenaga Nasional and Thai Oil, on optimism about the global economic outlook. Trading volume was relatively weak ac Relief for Pellegrini and Man City After seeing Hull miss several chances in the first half, Manchester City scored twice in the second to beat the Tigers 2-0 in England's Premier League. ArtsBeat Popcast Miley Cyrus and the Summer of Smooth Jon Caramanica talks with host Ben Ratliff about Miley Cyruss raunch intervention on this weeks MTV Video Music Awards. One planet, 31 incredible sights These 31 amazing spectacles may not change your life, but they could change your vacation plans. UPDATE 1-India gets discounts on existing potash deals -officials MUMBAI, Sept 3 (Reuters) - Potash suppliers have agreed to cut prices for Indian buyers on existing contracts to help them cope with the impact of a weaker rupee, although the size of the discount still needs to be agreed, Indian industry officials told Reuters. Flow from equity and bond funds continue TrimTabs NEW YORK (Reuters) - The recent decline in U.S. equities pushed investors to redeem $16.7 billion in U.S. equity mutual funds and exchange-traded funds (ETFs) in August through Wednesday, data from... Forward Calendar - U.S. corporate bond new issues Sept 3 (Reuters) - The following are lists of upcoming high-grade and high-yield corporate bond offerings in the United States. The information was gathered from Thomson Reuters U.S. new issues team,... Living With Cancer Is It Back? The tunnel vision of cancer focuses me obsessively on myself. Perhaps all diseases bring egotism in their wake, for people in distress find it hard to think of anything else. Winton escalates computer-driven hedge fund arms race LONDON (Reuters) - Winton Capital, one of the world's biggest hedge fund firms, has developed a new model of its flagship fund, hoping its greater allocation to equities and risk will produce better... Senator Levin 'confident' U.S. will step up support for Syrian rebels WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The chairman of the Senate Armed Services Committee said on Tuesday he was confident after talking with President Barack Obama that the United States would step up its support for "vetted" elements of the Syrian opposition. UPDATE 2-Verizon to roadshow potential record bond issue next week NEW YORK/LONDON, Sept 3 (IFR/LPC) - Verizon Communications could steal the record from Apple for the biggest bond issue ever to hit the global markets in coming weeks, as it begins the process of raising US$50bn of bonds to pay for part of the US$130bn price take on the 45% stake in Verizon Wireless that it is buying from Vodafone. Melinda Gates Lifting women Kristie Lu Stout meets Melinda Gates, co-chair of the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation. World Briefing | Asia Cambodia Workers at Khmer Rouge Tribunal Strike Nearly 200 staff members at the Khmer Rouge tribunal, which is supported by the United Nations, have gone on strike to demand wages that are several months overdue. Relief, but Disappointment, for Plaintiffs in N.F.L. Case One day after the announcement of a $765 million settlement in a concussion lawsuit, some former players and their families expressed mixed feelings. Carnegie Mellon robots aim to please June 26 - Researchers at Carnegie Mellon University are designing modern day butlers - service robots that will one day help people with tasks like fetching coffee and cleaning up the kitchen. Ben Gruber has more. Obama cites strategy to help Syrian opposition WASHINGTON (Reuters) - President Barack Obama said on Tuesday he was confident that Congress would vote in favor of U.S. military action in Syria and said the United States had a broader plan to help rebels defeat President Bashar al-Assad's forces. Verizon to roadshow potential record bond issue next week NEW YORK/LONDON, Sept 3 (IFR/LPC) - Verizon Communications could steal the record from Apple for the biggest bond issue ever to hit the global markets in coming weeks, as it begins the process of... Dennis Rodman back in North Korea Sept. 3 - Former U.S. basketball star Dennis Rodman makes his second trip to North Korea this year, saying he isn't in Pyongyang to try to negotiate the release of a jailed American missionary. Rough Cut (no reporter narration). Romanians continue protest against gold mine BUCHAREST, Sept 3 (Reuters) - Roughly 1,000 people gathered in Romania's capital late on Tuesday for a third day of protests against plans to start an open-cast gold mine in the small Carpathian town... Recipes for Health Salmon and Cucumber Tartare With Wasabi Sauce A delicious fish dish that can be either an appetizer or a light supper. Gay Marriages Get Recognition From the I.R.S. All same-sex couples who are legally married will be recognized as such for federal tax purposes, even if the state where they live does not recognize their union. Egypt's missing protesters CNN's Karl Penhaul reports on the protesters who have gone missing during Egypt's unrest. Bars Opening Soon in New York This fall, hotels continue to be a busy stage for the bar scene, and whiskey seems to be the spirit of the season. New Issue-ENEL prices 400 mln stg 2075 bond Underlying govt bond Over Mid-swaps, equivalent to 577.8bp COLUMN-Backlogs shrink for oil and gas megaprojects Kemp (John Kemp is a Reuters market analyst. The views expressed are his own) The Catch, the Quake, the Breeze, the Stick The end of an era for San Franciscos ballpark by the bay begins with the 49ers opener against Green Bay on Sept. 8 and ends in demolition after the N.F.L. season. My Story Reporter Returns to Texas Capitol, Where Fathers Voice Still Rings Babe Schwartz, my politician father, didnt get why I chose journalism, but now we both know that life can take us full circle, if on different paths. Amid Exits, President of Hunter College Is Assailed for Her Management Style Jennifer J. Raab has created a culture of fear, according to one departing assistant dean, but supporters say the colleges fortunes have risen during her tenure. BlackBerry shares rise as Microsoft-Nokia move sparks hope for deal TORONTO, Sept 3 (Reuters) - Shares of struggling smartphone maker BlackBerry Ltd rose as much as 3.6 percent on Tuesday after Microsoft's move to acquire Nokia's handset business reignited investor... Frugal Traveler What I Learned Driving Through the Heartland This summer, the Frugal Traveler drove from Louisiana to North Dakota, crossing into a number of states for the first time. What did he discover? Some lessons from the road. Teenager defies the odds 17-year old Charley Hull will be the youngest player in Solheim Cup history after receiving a wildcard pick. Questions for Syria mission backers David Frum says attacking Syria could prove costly and yield little in the way of movement in the bloody civil war Egypt A country divided CNN's Ian Lee reports on both sides of the battle for power in Egypt. Opinionator | The Stone Women in Philosophy? Do the Math We dont need harassment to keep women and minorities from succeeding in philosophy alienation, bias and outright discrimination will do the job. Property Values What You Get for ... $625,000 A colonial with a surprising interior near Minneapolis, a stucco colonial in Pennsylvania and mountain views in Arizona

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