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U.S. scientist operates colleague's brain from across campus
NEW YORK (Reuters) - Scientists said Tuesday they have achieved the first human-to-human mind meld, with one researcher sending a brain signal via the Internet to control the hand motion of a colleague sitting across the Seattle campus of the University of Washington.


East Roundup West Virginia Edges William Mary
William Mary, of the Football Championship Subdivision, built a 10-point halftime lead but quickly lost momentum in the heat and fell to the Mountaineers, 24-17.


Well At the Chiropractor, Well-Adjusted Pets
Chiropractic is gaining popularity among pet owners, as a way to treat animals suffering from arthritis, sprains, joint pain and other ailments.


Tropical Storm Juliette kills one near Mexican tourist hub
MEXICO CITY (Reuters) - Tropical Storm Juliette blew through the Pacific Mexican tourist resort of Cabo San Lucas early on Thursday, killing one man, knocking down trees and causing electricity blackouts, local emergency services said.


Mars Science Lab launch delayed two years
NASA's launch of the Mars Science Laboratory -- hampered by technical difficulties and cost overruns -- has been delayed until the fall of 2011, NASA officials said at a news conference Thursday in Washington.


Dining Review | Connecticut A Review of Grants, in West Hartford
Grants now offers a number of overlapping menus lunch, brunch, tavern, happy hour and dinner and a visitor may spend some time figuring out what can be eaten and when.


Fandango Acquires a Rival in Movie Tickets
The online ticket seller bought the company that runs Hollywood Movie Money, which helps studios promote DVD and Blu-ray releases with free tickets.


Kings Sign Captain Brown to Eight-Year Extension
Los Angeles Kings captain Dustin Brown has signed an eight-year contract extension, joining a number of key players committed to the club long-term, the National Hockey League team said on Thursday.


Meet the Rules of the Internet
Hello! Welcome to the Internet. It's a big place, so let me show you around.


Senate Republican leader Obama asked him for support on Syria
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell on Saturday said President Barack Obama had advised him that he would seek authorization for the use of force from Congress before any combat actions against Syria.


Brazil headed back to 4 pct growth rates - Mantega
SAO PAULO, Aug 30 (Reuters) - Brazil's economy is likely headed back to healthy average growth rates of around 4 percent a year starting in 2014, Finance Minister Guido Mantega said on Friday...


Syria vote complicates U.S. fiscal debate; stop-gap more likely
* Congress' vote on military strike robs time from fiscal debate


Personal Health Keeping Food-Borne Illnesses at Bay
People, not products, are the main cause of food-borne illnesses, and they can be avoided by following certain basic principles of food safety.


Egypt sends Mursi to trial as new constitution advances
CAIRO (Reuters) - Egypt's army-backed authorities referred deposed President Mohamed Mursi to trial on Sunday on charges of inciting murder and violence, in an escalation of the crackdown on his Muslim Brotherhood.


Walker Evans' Depression-era photos revisited in New York exhibit
NEW YORK (Reuters) - From a photograph of an Alabama cotton picker's wife to scenes of urban poverty, the photographs of Walker Evans, on display in a new exhibit at New York's Museum of Modern Art (MoMA), shaped Americans' view of the Great Depression.


FOREX-Yen softens as Syria worries ease, Aussie dlr cheers China data
SYDNEY, Sept 2 (Reuters) - The yen eased against the dollar on Monday, while commodity currencies such as the Australian dollar edged higher in the wake of upbeat Chinese data and worries about an...


Meet the tiny twin baby pandas
CNN's Alina Machado checks on the progress of the baby twin pandas born at the Atlanta Zoo in July.


International Judge Is Removed From Case Over Apparent Bias
The judge, Frederik Harhoff from Denmark, drew attention in June when he questioned recent acquittals of top Serb and Croat commanders who had been convicted of grave crimes during the wars in the former Yugoslavia.


Clemson 38, Georgia 35 A Major Victory for Clemson, and for the A.C.C.
Quarterback Tajh Boyd helped the eighth-ranked Tigers defeat a top SEC team, No. 5 Georgia, in a big step for a conference that is seeking respect. Boyd threw for three touchdowns and ran for two.


Bits U.S. Government Issues Warning About Security on Android Phones
The American government has issued a warning about the potential security threat for Googles Android, which is the mostly widely used mobile operating system in the world.


Kathleen Hanna Returns With the Julie Ruin
After six years of battling illness, the singer Kathleen Hanna is returning in a big way, notably with her band the Julie Ruin.


UPDATE 10-Oil slides on U.S. response to Syria, but up for week
* British Parliament votes against Syria attack (Adds CFTC commitment of traders data)


Electronic Music Festival Is Canceled After 2 Deaths
The Electric Zoo event on Randalls Island was shut down hours before its third day after two concertgoers died and four others fell ill. The police said the deaths were consistent with drug use.


Rookie Marquez makes MotoGP history
Marc Marquez continues his stunning debut season in motorcycling's elite class when he becomes the first MotoGP rookie to win five races with victory in Sunday's Czech Grand Prix.


Detroit seeks $350 million ground-breaking loan
DETROIT (Reuters) - Detroit, which made the largest Chapter 9 municipal bankruptcy filing in U.S. history, on Thursday filed a request for proposals for $350 million in unprecedented financing, the...


Saudis Try to Gather Support for a Strike
Saudi Arabia publicly endorsed military action against Syria for the first time on Sunday, with its foreign minister urging other Arab states to back Western airstrikes.


Behind player ratings on 'Madden'
Donny Moore watches at least part of every NFL game, every week, every year. After all, it's part of his job.


Gilmar, World Cup-Winning Goalkeeper for Brazil, Dies at 83
Gilmar dos Santos Neves, with his teammate Pel, helped lead Brazil to World Cup titles in 1958 and 1962.


Prison inmate rebuilds career
In 2008, the future looked bright for Breno.


The Week Nesting Coffins and Low Expectations for a Comet
Recent developments in health and science news. Also this week monitoring the nations power supply and a milestone in sustainable energy.


Surgeons shrink child's head
The pictures may be difficult to look at, but 18-month-old Roona Begum's story of survival is remarkable.


Tiger's highs and lows
Tiger Woods has completed a remarkable return to the top of the golfing world after dropping out of the top 50 following a sex scandal and then injuries which hindered his playing comeback.


GLOBAL MARKETS-Stocks fall after Kerry speaks on Syria; bonds rise
* Dollar remains near 4-week high, Treasuries rise * U.S. shares fall as Kerry talks of punishing Syria * Oil and gold fall amid uncertainty NEW YORK, Aug 30 (Reuters) - Stocks fell and U.S. Treasury...


Rooftop mountain may have to go
A bizarre mountain retreat built on top of a 26-floor Beijing residential building faces demolition after complaints by residents.


Victorian woman photographer Cameron celebrated at NY museum show
NEW YORK (Reuters) - With a camera meant to amuse her in her solitude and some famous friends, Julia Margaret Cameron managed to forge a body of work focused on Victorian portraiture that is still celebrated a century and a half later.


U.S. Wont Sue to Reverse States Legalization of Marijuana
The Obama administration said it would monitor operations in 20 states to make sure they do not run afoul of several enforcement priorities.


In Syria, Anger and Mockery as Obama Delays Plan
Syrias government on Sunday said President Obamas decision to have Congress weigh in on any military action was a sign of weakness, while rebel leaders expressed anger and disappointment.


Economic Scene Lessons in Maryland for Costs at Hospitals
Marylands price-regulated hospitals fit a core objective of federal health care reform changing hospitals and related facilities into something resembling an Accountable Care Organization.


Senate leader McConnell a big loser on Election Day
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell set two top goals for the 2012 election a Republican takeover of the Senate and the defeat of President Barack Obama.


The 30-Minute Interview Cary Tamarkin
An entrepreneur blends his passions for architecture and development to make a successful business.


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