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News Feed Latest worldwide news Election system needs an overhaul, but it's not that easy WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Voters in Florida were still waiting to cast their ballots more than six hours after polls closed on Election Day, registered voters in Ohio were told they were not on voter rolls and new voter ID laws in Pennsylvania led to confusion at voting places. World Briefing | Middle East Egypt Dozens Tied to Brotherhood Are Detained in Under 24 Hours Egyptian authorities detained more than 60 people associated with the Muslim Brotherhood in less than 24 hours, including relatives of the groups leaders, officials said Wednesday. 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. Pogue's Posts Use the Airlines App, and Other Tips for Flying Efficiency With a few tech tricks, you can make flying a pleasant experience (almost). How to avoid a championship choke You are only a short putt away from a major championship and golfing immortality. 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. Hunt for killer 'Diana' in Mexico She calls herself "Diana, the Hunter." Authorities say the elusive woman has killed at least two bus drivers in Ciudad Juarez, Mexico. Media report that they have received e-mails from the suspect, claiming the killings were to avenge women who have been raped by bus drivers. Art Review Shows at Asia Society and N.Y.U. Grey Art Gallery Iranian work is featured in two fall New York shows, at Asia Society and the N.Y.U. Grey Art Gallery. Spit gum... then see your face An artist is using discarded DNA to recreate strangers' faces. Live, From Atlanta, an Unusual Hire Brandon Gaudin, 29, was chosen from among more than 150 applicants to be Georgia Techs radio play-by-play announcer, a job that goes far beyond broadcasting games. Murray crashes out of U.S. Open Practice made perfect for Stanislas Wawrinka at the U.S. Open as he beats his hitting partner Andy Murray in the quarter-finals. Errors Cast Doubt on Japans Cleanup of Nuclear Accident Site Analysts are questioning whether Japans government and the operator of the stricken Fukushima Daiichi nuclear plant have the expertise and ability to manage the crisis. Your solstice traditions If Stonehenge is anything to go by, summer celebrations have a millennia-old history. While the ancient druids may have commemorated the fertility of the season, many of us are just happy to get outdoors. Cities Vying for 2020 Olympics Have Their Drawbacks All three candidate cities to host the 2020 Summer Games Istanbul, Tokyo and Madrid presented risks ahead of Saturdays vote. Swiss banks tout stability and secrecy to lure rich GENEVA (Reuters) - Switzerland's banking industry is relying on its stability and expertise to ensure it has a bright future as a leading center for managing the assets of the rich, despite a... Syria Debate Is Crowding Other Issues on Calendar With a budget and debt limit clash looming, the legislative window had already narrowed for action on immigration, a new Fed chairman and an examination of surveillance laws. Errors Cast Doubt on Japans Cleanup of Nuclear Accident Site Analysts are questioning whether Japans government and the operator of the stricken Fukushima Daiichi nuclear plant have the expertise and ability to manage the crisis. Europe crushes U.S. to retain Solheim Cup Europe win the Solheim Cup on American soil for the first time after a record 18-10 victory over their U.S. rivals at the Colorado Golf Club. Well A Guide for Swimmers Breaking Boundaries A new book by Lynne Cox, an open water swimmer, offers lifesaving advice for the exploding ranks of triathletes and other swimmers who are escaping the confines of pools. Bits Blog A Bloody Ballmer and Stalled Discussions on the Long Road to a Nokia Deal Microsofts purchase of some of Nokia was marked by a series of high-level negotiations that included Steven A. Ballmer that went nowhere. Obama, Japan's Abe discuss Syria crisis at G20 WASHINGTON (Reuters) - U.S. President Barack Obama said on Thursday he and Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe shared the view that chemical weapons use in Syria was a violation of international law that must be addressed. Small-Business Guide Figuring Out What Time Is the Right Time to Start Hiring Business can come and go unexpectedly for small, private companies, and so experience offers the best lessons on when to hire new employees. BRIEF-Ericsson closes acquisition of Microsoft Mediaroom STOCKHOLM, Sept 5 (Reuters) - ERICSSON * Ericsson closes acquisition of Microsoft Mediaroom Georgia Loses WR Mitchell to Knee Injury Georgia receiver Malcolm Mitchell will miss the remainder of the season after tearing the anterior cruciate ligament in his right knee in Saturday's loss at Clemson. Gilmar, Pels Last Line of Defense, Dies at 83 Gilmar dos Santos Neves, with his teammate Pel, helped lead Brazil to World Cup titles in 1958 and 1962. T Magazine Seven Days of Chic | Fashion Pills and Furry Shoes From taxidermy footwear to a fashion week invitation in the form of a prescription, ten fashion developments in the week that was. Brazil's Batista to seek new cash from OGX bondholders -report RIO DE JANEIRO, Sept 5 (Reuters) - Brazilian tycoon Eike Batista will ask creditors of his debt-strapped oil company OGX to become shareholders and inject new cash, in a last ditch attempt to avoid seeking bankruptcy protection, Folha de S.Paulo newspaper said on Thursday. What became of ground zero flag? For the warrior or the would-be rescuer -- the heroes -- there is no time to appreciate what one click of a camera shutter means to a suffering nation. Changes to Poultry Rules Are Flawed, Report Says New rules would allow workers at plants, rather than agency inspectors, to examine birds on processing lines for blemishes or feces. ArtsBeat Summer Attendance Falls on Broadway, but High Prices Lift Sales Totals The tourist-heavy summer months of 2013 saw attendance fall by 8 percent compared to the same period last year, but high prices brought overall sales slightly higher. Surgical Care Affiliates files for IPO of up to $100 mln Sept 5 (Reuters) - Surgical Care Affiliates Inc, a provider of outpatient surgery facilities, filed with U.S. regulators on Thursday to raise up to $100 million in an initial public offering of its... Mets 5, Braves 2 As Mets Season Winds Down, Audition at First Gets Started Lucas Duda has been playing first base since Ike Davis was injured and General Manager Sandy Alderson hinted that Duda was in the midst of an audition for the spot. Serena 'can be the best' Legendary tennis coach Nick Bollettieri previews the US Open women's draw and tells us who he thinks will win this year. T Magazine Oral History | Remembering Andy Warhol, the Man With the Camera The artist was always obsessed with photography, but he took it increasingly seriously later in life. Here, a pair of Warhol associates and a student of his work recall his approach to portraiture. UPDATE 2-Gemalto aims to double profit from operations by 2017 * Eyes double-digit average annual revenue growth through 2017 CANADA FX DEBT-C$ weakens as investors eye Friday jobs data * C$ at C$1.0506 vs US$, or 95.18 U.S. cents * Economists expect 20,000 jobs created in Canada in Aug. * Bond prices lower across maturity curve By Leah Schnurr TORONTO, Sept 5 (Reuters) - The... Swafford, O'Hern, Loar, Kohles Share Lead Hudson Swafford, Nick O'Hern, Edward Loar and Ben Kohles shared the lead in the Chiquita Classic, shooting 5-under 67 on Thursday in the first round of the Web.com Tour Finals event. Palestinians in Bethlehem protest against U.S. military strike in Syria Sept. 5 - As the U.S. debates whether or not to strike Syria, Palestinians in the West Bank city of Bethlehem protest against the possible military intervention. Rough Cut (no reporter narration). Belgium pushes EU to lift sanctions on Zimbabwe diamond miner * Global Witness cites alleged misuse of diamond revenues Art Review Shows at Asia Society and N.Y.U. Grey Art Gallery Iranian work is featured in two fall New York shows, at Asia Society and the N.Y.U. Grey Art Gallery.

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