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News Feed Latest worldwide news 18 and Under College Prep, This Time for Health As recent high school graduates set off for college, the responsibility for their health shifts, and both parents and students should prepare for the change. Why Syria attacks will be chaos Syria's civil war is not America's problem. Syria is surrounded by Turkey, Israel, Egypt, Jordan, and other Arab nations with large standing armies and advanced military equipment. Their cowardice in acting to stop a war on their doorstep should give us pause for thought. Why will they not act, but we must? UPDATE 1-Ukraine leader says he has no power to pardon Tymoshenko * Yanukovich blames Kremlin "hawks" for trade tension (Adds quotes, detail on gas; relations with Russia and EU) The Boss Trek Bicycles Chief, on Lessons of the Night Shift The chief executive of Trek Bicycle says a summer in a plastics factory during his college years taught him the value of hard work. Sketch Guy A Sweet Lesson in Price Perceptions It seemed crazy to spend $5 on a pint of ice cream, until a $12 pint came along. Anchoring to a number can change the way we make financial decisions. How the U.S. will likely strike Syria Bombs or missiles? The U.S. could approach its retaliation for Syria's alleged chemical warfare attack a few different ways. Here's a breakdown of the two most likely tactics. Military Analysis Aim of U.S. Attack Restore a Red Line That Became Blurred The military strategy that the Obama administration is considering is not linked to its larger diplomatic strategy of persuading President Bashar al-Assad of Syria to yield power. Sports Briefing | Soccer Cardiff Stuns Manchester City Fraizer Campbell scored twice, and Cardiff won for the first time in more than 50 years in the top tier of English soccer, jolting visiting Manchester City, 3-2. For News From Syrian Battleground, a Reliance on Social Media The dangers of news organizations reporting in Syria have kept most journalists outside the countrys borders and heightened the need for third-party video. Rally star Loeb's new challenge Sebastien Loeb was a late starter in motorsport, but the French driver is happy to start all over again in his latest challenge after a decade of dominating the rally world. Sathima Bea Benjamin, Jazz Singer and Activist, Dies at 76 Ms. Benjamin found fame after she left South Africa. She lived in exile in Manhattan for many years and raised money to fight apartheid. Theater Review Odetss Awake and Sing! Family Is Alive in TriBeCa The National Asian American Theater production of Clifford Odetss Awake and Sing! easily make its point that human realities trump ethnicity. Win a Trip 2013 As Erin Luhmann travels with Op-Ed columnist Nicholas D. Kristof, she reports on malnutrition in Mali, treatments for clubfoot in Niger and the refugee crisis from the conflict in Darfur. Square Feet In Denver, Beat Starts to Pick Up in a Once-Thriving Hub for Jazz Developers are beginning to move into Denvers Five Points neighborhood, where the jazz age still echoes in the majestic buildings and landmarks. The Show at Tatiana Restaurant At the Brighton Beach establishment, weekend patrons can watch a half-hour show that includes dance, acrobatics, and fire spinning. You're the Boss Blog How Do You Decide When to Add New Employees? In the recessions aftermath, many small-business owners are wary of hiring too fast. UPDATE 1-Money manager Vilar's conviction upheld, new sentence ordered NEW YORK, Aug 30 (Reuters) - A U.S. appeals court upheld the 2008 fraud conviction of money manager and arts patron Alberto Vilar, but ordered that he be resentenced, in a decision that may set back some government efforts to fight insider trading and other securities fraud. Recent Commercial Real Estate Transactions Notable properties that have been recently listed for sale, sold or leased. World Briefing | Middle East Official Denies Inquiry Into Egyptian Activists Reports in the state news media over the weekend drew attention as evidence that the Egyptian government was broadening its crackdown on dissent. Whats on Wednesday Television highlights. U.S. Soldiers Find Surprise on Returning to Afghan Valley Peace American soldiers who returned to the Pech Valley two years after leaving it were surprised to find the Afghan Army comfortably in control. Nevermind the threats; tourists flock to Golan Heights Aug. 31 - The number of visitors arriving in Golan Heights remains high despite increased tension in neighboring Syria. Deborah Lutterbeck reports. Introducing the olinguito, the newest mammal discovery WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The long-tailed, orange-furred, big-eyed olinguito - said to resemble a cross between a house cat and a teddy bear - is the newest mammal and the first carnivore discovered in the Americas in 35 years, the Smithsonian Institution announced on Thursday. Identical twin U.S. astronauts to serve as research subjects CAPE CANAVERAL, Florida (Reuters) - NASA's only identical twin astronauts are planning to serve as guinea pigs for studies investigating the genetic impacts of long-duration spaceflight. UPDATE 4-Countdown begins to U.S. airline merger trial in November * Trial date of Nov. 25 boosts stock of US Airways, American Airlines Ferrer through to last 16 after beating Kukushkin NEW YORK (Reuters) - Spain's David Ferrer became the first man to reach the round of 16 at this year's U.S. Open when he defeated Kazakhstan qualifier Mikhail Kukushkin on Saturday. Beautiful Congo, wondrous wildlife Congo has a reputation for violence, but this beautiful country can be the breadbasket of Africa, and an economic powerhouse, says one campaigner. QA Adjusting the OS X Security Settings Help for computer users who want to download programs on to their Mac without the overzealous security questions. European shares set 6-week closing low; oils weigh LONDON, Aug 30 (Reuters) - European shares hit a six-week closing low on Friday as reduced chances of an immediate military strike on Syria weighed on energy equities due to weakened oil prices,... Currents | Furniture The Scandinavian Way A Norwegian trio designs their first product a chair called Oslo. UPDATE 2-Co-op boss says sorry for big bank loss * Co-op confident bondholders will approve 1.5 bln stg recap China plans moon landing China set a bold new course in its ambitious space program Wednesday, when it announced plans to land its first probe on the moon by the end of the year. Obama welcomes '72 Miami Dolphins to the White House Aug. 20 - Saying, "I decided it was high time to pay tribute to the NFL's only perfect team," President Barack Obama honored Super Bowl VII Champions, the 1972 Miami Dolphins, in an East Room ceremony. Rough Cut (no reporter narration). Iranian Tennis Referee Gains Spot at U.S. Open After All American sanctions against Iran had prevented Adel Borghei from working at the United States Open, but after an appeal, he was on court Saturday. Gabriele dAnnunzio, by Lucy Hughes-Hallett A biography of the nationalist poet Gabriele dAnnunzio, whose theatrical sense of political style influenced Mussolini. Open Mic Syria CNN asks Londoners their opinions on the Syrian crisis and how they would respond. Stocks end worst month since May 2012 Aug. 30 - Summary Wall Street posts a modest Friday decline as Obama builds case for action against Syria; Apple starts iPhone trade program; Salesforce shines after earnings; U.S. shoppers weary. Conway G. Gittens reports. Sports of The Times The Importance of Morgan State vs. Army Far away from the America of 1968, the Morgan State football team will play Army, a game the players from both institutions can savor. Japan seeks biggest defence budget rise in 22 years * Budget increase sought as Japan, China remain locked in territorial row Explosions seen at tunnels area between Gaza and Egypt Aug. 31 - Smoke clouds cover the sky in Rafah in the Gaza Strip, where local residents say explosions hit tunnels connecting Gaza and Egypt. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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