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News Feed Latest worldwide news Gadgetwise Headphones Combine Good Sound and Sleek Design Aimed at the higher end of the consumer market, KEFs M500 on-ear headphones provide style, comfort and sound. Kuwaiti Sheiks Influence in Olympic World Grows Sheik Ahmad al-Fahad al-Sabah has quietly become one of the most powerful people in global sports, yet remains largely overlooked outside Olympic political circles. Insolvent town exposes gulf between EU dreams and reality ANINOASA, Romania, Sept 1 (Reuters) - On an abandoned storefront, an old poster advertises one of the few career opportunities available in this Romanian town naked webcam models wanted for Internet... Police Aunt suspect in eye gouging Chinese police say the late aunt of a young boy whose eyes were gouged out is the prime suspect in the horrific attack, state media news agency Xinhua reports. Breakingviews Apple's next act Sept. 5 - Ahead of Apples new product launch next week, Richard Beales and Robert Cyran discuss what investors can expect from the $450 bln tech company. Nadal steamrolls Robredo to reach semis NEW YORK (Reuters) - Rafa Nadal steamrolled compatriot Tommy Robredo 6-0 6-2 6-2 to move into the semi-finals of the U.S. Open at Flushing Meadows on Wednesday. Federer crashes out of U.S. Open Roger Federer will not feature in a Grand Slam final in the same calendar year for the first time since 2002, after he was knocked out of the U.S. Open by Spain's Tommy Robredo. Next Stop Uncovering Charms in Montenegros Capital Few visitors spend much time in pocket-size Podgorica. Heres a taste of what theyre missing. App for N.F.L. Players to Promote Safe Rides The N.F.L. players association, hoping to capitalize on its members smartphone savvy, is offering players a tool to summon a safe ride home. U.S. broadcasters succeed in temporarily shutting down streaming TV service Sept 5 (Reuters) - U.S. television broadcasters won a significant court battle on Thursday when a federal judge shut down an online television service in most parts of the country until a lawsuit on the issue is resolved. Campaign Spotlight Hotel Says GDay, and GNight, With Music-Centric Campaign A campaign does double duty by promoting the Redbury, a boutique hotel in Los Angeles, and the Rubens, an Australian rock band. World leaders pressure Obama over Syria at G20 summit ST. PETERSBURG, Russia (Reuters) - U.S. President Barack Obama faced growing pressure from Russia's Vladimir Putin and other world leaders on Thursday to decide against launching military strikes in Syria, which many of them fear would hurt the global economy and push up oil prices. Square Feet Across China, Skyscrapers Brush the Heavens China is home to 60 of the worlds 100 tallest buildings now under construction, but the scale and speed of the projects have caused concern. Its the Economy Hollywoods Tanking Business Model After a series of big-budget bombs at the box office, Hollywood could learn a thing or two from economists. Economic Scene Business Losing Clout in a G.O.P. Moving Right Scholars have proposed many reasons for the diminished role businesses have with Congressional Republicans, and, yes, its about money. Looming Airstrikes in Syria Pose Test for Egypts Leaders and the Opposition Egyptians braced for the ninth weekend of protests as the looming possibility of Western airstrikes against Syria injected a new element of volatility onto the streets. Well Think Like a Doctor The Gymnasts Big Belly Can you unravel the real-life case of a young gymnast who suddenly develops a huge and bloated belly? Solve the mystery with Dr. Lisa Sanders. UPDATE 1-Together again, Obama and Putin are "odd couple" at summit ST. PETERSBURG, Russia, Sept 5 (Reuters) - A brief photo-op on Thursday between Barack Obama and Vladimir Putin spoke volumes, limited mostly to tight smiles and a businesslike handshake between U.S.... Japan PM vows to pursue growth, fiscal plan at G20, no word on sales tax ST. PETERSBURG, Russia, Sept 5 (Reuters) - Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe told the Group of 20 summit that Tokyo aims to achieve both economic growth and fiscal reforms with his pro-growth policy... Crossing the busy English Channel The Gateway visits the English Channel and looks at the technology that keeps marine traffic flowing smoothly on the world's busiest shipping lane. A Multitasking Video Game Makes Old Brains Act Younger Using a video game for training, researchers gave older people more youthful cognitive thinking, according to a study published in Nature. Pollutants From Plant Killed Fish in China Tests showed extremely high levels of ammonia in the Fu River downstream from a chemical plant, raising new alarms about the degradation of rivers in China. Sandy's treasures wash ashore Professed "Jersey girl" Christeena Hockin-Minopetros began collecting sea glass from the New Jersey shore when she was 5. She recalls that when she was younger, before the glass became scarce, you could walk home with a bucketful after a day at the beach. Op-Ed Columnist The Era of Disbelief This time, Americans are questioning everything as they should. South Africa's Alexander Forbes to IPO in 2014 -CEO JOHANNESBURG, Sept 5 (Reuters) - South African financial services firm Alexander Forbes is preparing to list on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange in the second half of next year, its chief executive... Earthquake hits waters off Costa Rica A magnitude 6.0 earthquake struck off the Pacific coast of Costa Rica on Thursday morning, the U.S. Geological Survey said. Job growth numbers may rise, cementing Fed tapering WASHINGTON (Reuters) - U.S. employers likely stepped up hiring in August, potentially paving the way for the Federal Reserve to start cutting back its gigantic bond purchases program later this... Late UTEP Coach Haskins Among Lapchick Winners Naismith Hall of Famer Don Haskins, who led Texas Western to one of the most memorable NCAA championships, women's basketball pioneer Theresa Grentz and former Iowa and USC coach George Raveling have been selected as the 2013 recipients of the Lapchick Character Award, This Week's Movies September 6, 2013 The New York Times film critics on "Riddick," "Salinger" and "Touchy Feely." 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). Jobs Reports Lift Wall St. to Slight Gain The four-week average of applications for unemployment benefits fell to its lowest point since before the recession, buoying the markets. The yield on 10-year Treasuries hit a two-year high. Acxiom Lets Consumers See Data It Collects Visitors to the site can review many seemingly innocuous facts about themselves, but critics say it provides a sanitized view of the information mining behind data-driven marketing. Car nearly crushed in landslide A driver in Taiwan is lucky to be alive after being caught in a landslide, coming within inches of being crushed. Advertising GoDaddy Steps Away From the Jiggle The Internet services company once known for advertising replete with scantily clad women and double entendre is rethinking its approach. Lingering uncertainty as Fed officials weigh trimming QE3 PORTLAND, Ore/LA CROSSE, WI (Reuters) - One top Federal Reserve official said on Wednesday he was open-minded about reducing stimulus this month, as investors largely expect the central bank to do, while another policymaker said the U.S. central bank should actually do more for the economy. Sports Briefing | Olympics I.O.C. to Consider Dropping Ambassador After Remarks The International Olympic Committee will consider dropping the Russian pole-vaulter Yelena Isinbayeva as an Olympic ambassador after her comments about gay people, President Jacques Rogge said. Upsets Show FCS Label Can Be Deceiving Labels can be deceiving. 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. Oyster farm loses court fight with U.S. government over expired lease (Reuters) - In a high-profile case that split the environmental community, an appeals court on Tuesday ruled against a California oyster farm that challenged a U.S. Interior Department decision to end its 40-year lease on public land. Chinese pianist Wang's childhood colors Bucharest concert BUCHAREST (Reuters) - Reed-thin and tiny, Yuja Wang looks too small to handle a shiny black Steinway concert grand piano. Yet when she was done, her powerful, nuanced playing got her a standing ovation in Bucharest.

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