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Your Money Adviser Checking the Data Collected on Your Work and Pay
Concerns like Equifax Workforce Solutions gather income and employment history information.


UPDATE 2-BBC to shrink as it shares in UK spending cuts
* 2,000 jobs to be axed, senior manager roles to be cut


Surgery for Spains King Fuels Debate on Monarchy
King Juan Carlos of Spain underwent hip surgery on Tuesday, his fifth operation in 18 months.


Singapore Looks Below for More Room
The city-state is looking at the possibility of an Underground Science City containing 40 interconnected caverns for data centers and research labs.


U.S. senator presses EPA on biofuel market volatility
WASHINGTON, Sept 25 (Reuters) - A U.S. senator is pressing the Environmental Protection Agency to release more information on the market used to trade biofuel credits, known as RINs, after suggestions of manipulation by Wall Street banks.


Andy Murray gives thumbs up after operation
Andy Murray has given the thumbs up after undergoing surgery on his back.


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.


Burger King debuts lower-fat french fries
(Reuters) - Burger King Worldwide Inc, known for its "Whopper" hamburgers, has introduced lower-fat french fries as consumer groups and nutrition experts in the United States increase pressure on the food industry to offer healthier alternatives.


Nevada teen sought in killing of mom and little brother
(Reuters) - Police are looking for a 16-year-old boy in connection with the stabbing death of his mother and 9-year-old brother in their home in the Las Vegas suburb of Henderson, authorities said.


Is France filling U.S. power void?
CNN's Christiane Amanpour asks French President Francois Hollande why he is so keen to project French power.


Qatar shows new green credentials with first low-energy villa
Sept. 4 - Sensitive to criticism over its high carbon dioxide emissions, Qatar has opened its first ultra-low energy villa to show a new commitment to environmental sustainability. The oil-rich emirate hopes the development in capital Doha will pave the way for more sustainable properties to be built in the desert nation. Jim Drury reports.


The best acceptance speech ever
Anderson Cooper looks back on the Emmy Awards the winners, the fashion and Merritt Wever's acceptance speech.


Sports Briefing | College Football Cincinnati Player Killed
A freshman offensive lineman for Cincinnati was killed and two freshman receivers were injured in a one-vehicle accident after the Bearcats 14-0 win over Miami (Ohio) on Saturday.


Solar innovation in Uganda
Inside Africa looks at how Ugandans living without electricity use innovative technology to bring light in their worlds.


US STOCKS-Wall St ends down for 5th day as budget impasse, Wal-Mart weigh
* SP 500 falls for 5th session, first 5-session drop since end 2012


T Magazine Letter From France | A Tiny Village With Its Very Own Princess
Harou, in northeastern France, has fewer than 500 residents, but it does have royalty the princess Minnie de Beauvau-Craon, who presides over the towns cultural life from her 82-room chateau.


Spanish city seeks mystery buyer of $6 million lottery ticket
MADRID, Spain (Reuters) - The Spanish city of Coruna has begun a search for the person who missed out on 4.7 million euros ($6.3 million) by buying a winning lottery ticket but leaving it behind in the shop.


Marc Andreessen Why I hate going public - Felix TV
The Netscape co-founder and high-profile venture capitalist tells Reuters' Felix Salmon that he hates selling companies -- nearly as much as he hates taking them public. What will his investors say?


Sketch Guy Trying to Outguess the Unpredictable
People subscribe to investing newsletters because they want some certainty about their financial decisions. But no one knows which way the markets will turn.


Economix Blog National Health Costs vs. Your Health Costs
A study shows why many individuals are feeling an ever-greater burden in health costs even as hospitals and insurers have wrung billions of dollars out of the system.


Square Feet Streets Sunny Side Costs Retailers More in Rent
Store rents in Manhattan can vary substantially, even on the same block, depending on factors like foot traffic and nearby stores and attractions.


Bankrupt California city to unveil debt adjustment plan Friday
SACRAMENTO, Calif., Sept 24 (Reuters) - The bankrupt city of Stockton, California will announce its plan on Friday for adjusting its debts and the city council will review it next week, a lawyer for...


The harm that casinos do
David Frum says casinos are more than an entertaining diversion. They extract money from those least able to afford it.


Euro Tour denies U.S. takeover
The chief executive of golf's European Tour has dismissed reports the organization could be bought out by its American counterpart the PGA Tour.


Sceviour Scores 3 Goals to Lead Stars Over Avs 5-3
Colton Sceviour scored three goals, Jamie Benn added two and the Dallas Stars beat the Colorado Avalanche 5-3 in a preseason game Tuesday night.


Swedish appeals court reduces sentence for Pirate Bay founder
STOCKHOLM (Reuters) - A Swedish appeals court on Wednesday reduced a hacking case sentence for a founder of file-sharing website Pirate Bay to one year, saying it could not be proved he had broken into Nordic bank Nordea's mainframe computer himself.


10 reasons to explore Scotland
This small country contains some of the most unspoiled territory in Europe.


Emmys Draw 17 Million Viewers, Up From Recent Shows
The audience was the largest in almost a decade and, notably, had competition from the big winner of the night, AMCs Breaking Bad.


British Green MP charged over part in fracking protest
LONDON (Reuters) - Britain's only elected member of parliament from the Green Party, Caroline Lucas, was charged with public order offences on Wednesday after taking part in a protest last month against the shale gas extraction process known as fracking.


GLOBAL MARKETS-Dollar, shares remain weak on U.S. budget concerns
* Possible U.S. government shutdown, lack of Fed clarity weigh


Backlash Grows in Ireland to a Day That Celebrates Guinness
Critics say Arthurs Day, which began in 2009 to mark the 250th anniversary of Guinness, is nothing but an excuse for binge drinking.


Campbell Soup sales disappoint, shares fall
(Reuters) - Campbell Soup Co , the world's largest soup maker, reported quarterly revenue that fell short of analysts' expectations as sales in its core U.S. soup business slowed, sending its shares...


T Magazine Market Report | World-Class Watches for International Travelers
These stylish timepieces for men and women, which can keep track of up to 24 time zones, cater to the worlds most serious journeyers.


Recipes for Health Grilled Eggplant and Tomatoes With Chermoula
A pungent Moroccan herb sauce makes a great accompaniment for grilled vegetables grilled outdoors, or in.


Sailing-Oracle Team USA wins America's Cup
SAN FRANCISCO, Sept 25 (Reuters) - Oracle Team USA won the 34th America's Cup on Wednesday, coming from behind to defeat Emirates Team New Zealand in the tie-breaking 19th race of the finals.


Who could spoil Merkel's party?
Chancellor Angela Merkel's popularity will not be enough to ensure a continuation of the government she would like to lead after Germans go to the polls - and a newcomer on the political scene could throw a wrench in the gears of her plans for the nation.


RPT-U.S. panels agree on bill to regulate drug compounding
WASHINGTON, Sept 25 (Reuters) - U.S. House and Senate committees have agreed on legislation that would give the U.S. Food and Drug Administration greater authority to regulate companies that compound sterile drugs and ship them across state lines.


Apple polishes forecast after selling 9 million new iPhones
(Reuters) - Apple Inc sold 9 million new iPhones during their first three days in stores after China joined the list of launch countries for the first time, prompting the company to issue a rosier...


Florida governor orders review of election laws after voting snafus
TALLAHASSEE, Florida (Reuters) - Florida Governor Rick Scott ordered his top elections official on Wednesday to figure out what caused long lines at polling stations and delays in ballot counting in the battleground state on Election Day.


Czechs Top Argentina to Reach Davis Cup Final
Defending champion Czech Republic reached the Davis Cup final after winning its doubles match Saturday to eliminate Argentina.


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