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News Feed Latest worldwide news Concordia captain tries to shift blame The Costa Concordia's disgraced captain, Francesco Schettino, is on trial in Italy for involuntary manslaughter. U.S. Venezuelan president's plane was cleared U.S. officials said Friday that -- contrary to earlier Venezuelan government claims -- the aircraft of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro has been granted permission to enter U.S. airspace on Maduro's flight to China. Time Short, House Says It Seeks a New Farm Bill Days after the House passed a bill slashing food stamps, House leaders said they were working with their Senate counterparts toward a new five-year farm bill, but the odds were long. Give Yourself 5 Stars? Online, It Might Cost You A yearlong investigation by New York regulators has resulted in the most comprehensive crackdown to date on deceptive reviews on the Internet. Oracle CEO Larry Ellison skips keynote for America's Cup races SAN FRANCISCO, Sept 24 (Reuters) - Oracle Corp CEO Larry Ellison skipped a keynote address at his software company's massive annual customer conference on Tuesday to be on San Francisco Bay as his Oracle Team USA made a comeback in the America's Cup. Lake Pavilion Inside the banquet-style Cantonese restaurant in Flushing, Queens. Insight Research renaissance offers new ways out of depression LONDON (Reuters)- As Susan sits chatting to a nurse in a London clinic, a light tapping sound by her head signals that parts of her brain are being zapped by thousands of tiny electro-magnetic pulses from a machine plugged into the wall. Apple updates iMac with Intel processors (Reuters) - Apple Inc said it updated the iMac with fourth generation Intel Corp processors, better graphics, next generation Wi-Fi and faster flash storage options. No. 19 Florida 31, Tennessee 17 Despite Misfortune of Its Own, Florida Capitalizes on Mistakes The Gators defense forced six turnovers in their SEC opener against Tennessee, but the offense lost starting quarterback Jeff Driskel to a season-ending lower-leg injury. China launches juice probe after rotten fruit report SHANGHAI (Reuters) - China's food safety watchdog has launched an investigation into local juice makers after a media report said they used rotten fruit to make their products. The probe includes two branches of the country's sector leader, China Huiyuan Juice Group Ltd. London keeps global edge as top transport finance hub LONDON (Reuters) - London remains the top financing centre for the global transport industry, although it faces stiff competition from New York and capitals in Asia Pacific as companies seek to tap more funding sources, a survey showed on Friday. 3 arrests in Mexico kidnap case Mexican authorities say they've arrested three additional suspects connected to the kidnapping of 13 youths from a bar in the country's capital. Emily Arensman, Bowen Posner The bride is the coordinator of public programs at the Whitney Museum of American Art; the groom is an associate director of undergraduate admissions at Yale. Economix Blog Shutdown vs. Default The Relative Impact Economists warn against equating the prospects of a budget impasse and a failure to raise the debt ceiling, saying the latter would be much worse for the economy. ArtsBeat Washington Spy Museum Eyes New Home The International Spy Museum in Washington is only 11 years old, but is looking for a new home. Gadgetwise Justin Case Offers More Than a Play on Words The Justin Power Case can charge an iPad and other gadgets, including iOS, Android and BlackBerry devices, at the same time. Are pilotless planes within reach? CNN's Ayesha Durgahee explores the future of drone-based passenger aircraft. Business of World Cup Alex Thomas takes a look at the marketing drive leading up to the most widely watched sporting event in the world. Wiebe Wins Champions Event in Hawaii in Playoff Mark Wiebe birdied the 18th hole to force a playoff and beat Corey Pavin on the second extra hole to win the Pacific Links Hawaii Championship on Sunday. Jane Austen ring bought back A ring once owned by the 19th century novelist Jane Austen is to remain in Britain after a museum successfully raised funds to buy it from American singer Kelly Clarkson. The Week Ahead | Art A Surrealist Under Scrutiny Magritte The Mystery of the Ordinary, 1926-1938, opening on Saturday at the Museum of Modern Art, is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. UK FTSE capped by Carnival, U.S. budget discord LONDON, Sept 24 (Reuters) - Britain's top share index halted a two-day slide on Tuesday but a selloff in cruise operator Carnival Corp and uncertainty about the U.S. fiscal outlook curbed investors'... Observatory Small, Slimy and See-Through Scientists have discovered a tiny snail with a translucent shell living half a mile below the surface in Croatia. (GRAPHIC IMAGES) Stunned, injured shoppers escape Kenyan mall (WARNING GRAPHIC IMAGES) Sept. 21 - Dozens of stunned and injured shoppers poured out of a Nairobi mall after gunmen opened fire killing at least 20 people. Mana Rabiee reports. Burger Set for Return After 18-Month Layoff The return of South Africa flanker Schalk Burger after an 18-month injury layoff is likely on Friday after he was named among the substitutes for Western Province's match against the Free State Cheetahs in the Currie Cup. N.F.L. Roundup In Game of Turnovers, Bengals Get Last One, and a Win Cornerback Terence Newman returned a fumble 58 yards for a touchdown with 3 minutes 47 seconds left, and Cincinnati rallied to a 34-30 home victory over Green Bay. Straight Sets After U.S. Open, Stephens Stays for Fashion Week Sloane Stephens walked the runway Thursday night in the Just Dance With Boy Meets Girl fashion show, modeling the designs of Stacy Igel. Duesseldorf airport reopens after security alert BERLIN (Reuters) - Duesseldorf airport reopened on Tuesday after a three-hour closure following a security alert triggered by a suspicious piece of luggage, airport officials said. Orbital Sciences' new cargo ship blasts off for space station WALLOPS ISLAND, Virginia (Reuters) - An unmanned Antares rocket blasted off from a seaside launch pad in Virginia on Wednesday, sending a cargo capsule to the International Space Station. You're the Boss Blog The Myspace Alumni That Left L.A. to Start Businesses Gogobot and Mango Health emerged from the decline of Myspace but chose to locate in Silicon Valley. China's rich wealthier than thought China's urban rich are making far more than they officially report, suggesting the wealth gap in the world's second largest economy is far higher than previously thought, according to a new study. Recipes for Health Miso-Peanut Spread A nutty, sweet and salty spread that can stand in for peanut butter. Africa needs a different approach to poverty Rob Cox discusses the flawed attempts to lift Africa's poor with Nina Munk, author of "The Idealist Jeffrey Sachs and the Quest to End Poverty." Software problem delays cargo ship arrival at space station CAPE CANAVERAL, Florida (Reuters) - A software glitch will delay Orbital Sciences' trial cargo ship from reaching the International Space Station until Tuesday, officials said on Sunday. Potential blockbuster in Davis Cup Switzerland was drawn to face Serbia in the 2014 Davis Cup, which means Roger Federer could play Novak Djokovic. Federer, though, doesn't usually show up for first round ties. In another intriguing pairing, record champion the U.S. hosts Andy Murray's Great Britain. AIG CEO apologizes for comments equating bonus criticism and lynching NEW YORK, Sept 24 (Reuters) - The head of insurer American International Group apologized for a "poor choice of words" on Tuesday after coming under fire for equating criticism of banker bonuses with... Global Soccer There Is Much More to Soccer Than Statistics Numbers have their uses, but they cannot indicate what is going on between mind, body and soul. They cannot (yet) give a reading on creative imagination. Movie Review My Lucky Star, a Spy Caper From China In My Lucky Star, a cartoon artist is swept up in a romantic spy adventure of her own invention. Exclusive Secretary of State Kerry to sign Arms Trade Treaty - diplomats UNITED NATIONS (Reuters) - U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry, in a move that puts the Obama administration at odds with the powerful American gun lobby, will sign the U.N. Arms Trade Treaty regulating the $70 billion international conventional arms business, diplomats said on Tuesday. Quake kills 45 in Pakistan, creates new island in sea QUETTA, Pakistan (Reuters) - A major earthquake hit a remote part of western Pakistan on Tuesday, killing at least 45 people and prompting a new island to rise from the sea just off the country's southern coast.

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