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News Feed Latest worldwide news Private bank clients urged to avoid U.S. securities GENEVA (Reuters) - Some Swiss bankers are advising clients to steer clear of U.S. securities ahead of a new law that would tax people with over $50,000 invested in stocks or bonds of U.S. companies... Major Surge Is Unlikely for Prices of U.S. Gas Ample inventories and North American production are expected to hold down prices, despite tensions in the Middle East and North Africa. Hello Kitty planes head to the U.S. Just when you thought the multibillion-dollar marketing phenomenon that is Hello Kitty might have colonized every corner of the merchandizing universe in Asia and possibly reached its natural limits, we learn that planes branded with the cartoon cat are to fly to the West. China Trial by social media One of the most dramatic developments from the trial of disgraced senior politician Bo Xilai isn't what was said in court, but that the arguments were revealed at all. U.S. Open Fans Affected by Coverage Blackout Have Options The CBS blackout on Time Warner Cable continues, but fans can still watch the matches online or on the CBS Sports Network cable channel, which is not subject to the blackout. Verizon not planning to enter Canadian market - CEO TORONTO, Sept 2 (Reuters) - Verizon Communications Inc is not planning to enter the Canadian wireless market, its chief executive said in an interview on Monday that is likely to support shares of... Critics Notebook Luther, Starring Idris Elba, Is Back for Season 3 Idris Elba (and a couple of his nemeses) return on Tuesday for the third season of the BBC America series about the unusual London police detective John Luther. GE plans to exit U.S. retail lending-WSJ Aug 30 (Reuters) - General Electric Co plans to spin off the U.S. consumer lending operations of its finance arm GE Capital, as the conglomerate moves to focus on its core industrial operations, the... Cosmonauts prepare for new lab in record Russian spacewalk CAPE CANAVERAL, Florida (Reuters) - Two Russian cosmonauts floated outside the International Space Station on Friday to set up power and ethernet cables for a new research laboratory scheduled to arrive in December. 25 great skyscrapers China may have just topped out on its new tallest building -- the 632-meter Shanghai Tower -- but if plans underway in Changsha come to fruition, that building will hold the title until only April 2014 when the country's 838-meter Sky City is completed. Christion Jones Leads No. 1 Bama Past VaTech 35-10 With everyone focused on a three-peat, Nick Saban reminded his Alabama players of someone who did it twice Michael Jordan. The top films at the North American box office July 14 - Following are the top 10 movies at North American box offices for the three days starting July 12, led by "Despicable Me 2," according to studio estimates compiled by Reuters. 1 (1) Despicable Me 2........................$ 44.8 million 2 (*) Grown Ups 2............................$ 42.5 million 3 (*) Pacific Rim............................$ 38.3 million 4 (3) The Heat...............................$ 14.0 million 5 (2) The Lone Ranger........................$ 11.1 mi CORRECTED-Spain tables pension reform plan tied to life expectancy (Corrects paragraph 5 to show government wants minimum annual rise not floor on cuts) Where the Arty Flock in Seoul (Hint Its Not Gangnam) The Hapjeong neighborhood is lined with narrow streets full of cafes, music spaces and galleries. No. 18 Nebraska Holds Off Wyoming 37-34 in Opener Ameer Abdullah and Imani Cross each ran for more than 100 yards, Taylor Martinez passed for three touchdowns and 18th-ranked Nebraska survived two late turnovers to defeat Wyoming 37-34 victory Saturday night. Groups rip Vietnam's new internet law A controversial law to prevent Vietnamese internet users from sharing news articles drew criticism on Tuesday from human rights groups which said the decree is designed to clamp down on dissent in the one-party Communist state. Bands unite for peace Two Israeli bands, one Jewish and one Arab, are joining together in "metal brotherhood" to spread a message of peace through rock 'n roll. Meet Andy Murray's Mum Tennis parents don't always have the best of reputations. Think Damir Dokic, John Tomic and Jim Pierce. However, Andy Murray's Mum is a very different breed. Real Madrid Completes Long-Awaited Deal for Tottenhams Bale The Welsh midfielder Gareth Bales transfer from Tottenham to Real Madrid was believed to be worth about $130 million, which would set a record. Pogue's Post Glasses That Solve Colorblindness, for a Big Price Tag Seeing all the colors of a rainbow, at a cost of $600? For some, itll be worth the price. Back to school for Loeb 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. Exposures Gorgeous Glimpses of Calamity Man-made perils to the universes garden of life are evident from space. Online Attack Leads to Peek Into Spam Den A Moscow courts ruling this summer linked four defendants to one of the worlds most prolific illegal networks of virus-infected computers that send spam. Butler Hires Miller as Coach to Replace Outgoing Stevens Butler announced it was promoting the recently hired assistant Brandon Miller to replace Brad Stevens, who took the head job with the Boston Celtics. Who wants to be a millionaire? Likely next Fed chair already is WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Lawrence Summers may be a poster-child for the lucrative revolving door between Wall Street and Washington. But Federal Reserve Vice Chair Janet Yellen, his chief opponent in... Dog loves trampoline This boxer reminds us it's the simple pleasures that make life awesome. Europe Set to Impose Sanctions on Faroe Islands Over Herring The European Commission said it would enact sanctions against the North Atlantic territory in a growing dispute over fishing quotas. Sharks Sign Joe Pavelski to 5-Year Extension The San Jose Sharks signed center Joe Pavelski to a $30 million, five-year contract extension Tuesday that will keep him off the free-agent market next summer. Space archaeologist unlocks ancient secrets Dr Sarah Parcak uses satellite technology to unearth Egypt's ancient settlements, pyramids and palaces lost in the sands of time. USS Nimitz carrier group sails into Red Sea in 'prudent' move WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The USS Nimitz aircraft carrier and four other ships in its strike group moved into the Red Sea early on Monday, U.S. defense officials said, describing the move as "prudent planning" in case the ships are needed for military action against Syria. UPDATE 3-Brazil, Mexico ask U.S. to explain if NSA spied on presidents * Mexico seeking investigation of the reported espionage (Updates with response from Brazilian and Mexican governments) Breakingviews G4S cash call shows need for speed Aug. 28 - UK security contractor G4S is placing around 350 mln of new shares to swerve a credit downgrade. A smart and speedy move, says Breakingviews. Arts, Briefly Lohan Skips Venice to Focus on Health Lindsay Lohan has spoken up to dispute reports that she ditched the premiere of her latest film, The Canyons, at the Venice Film Festival. I Was Misinformed How Many Miles Do I Need to Murder the Head of the Airline? Flush with frequent-flier miles? Maybe you can buy some nice Detroit municipal bonds. A Good Appetite Getting a Doubter to Dip Into Eggplant Velvety, smoky dip with a tangy bite has seduced many an eggplant-hating guest. Iconic images "Lee Harvey Oswald shot" Senate to vote on Syria resolution no later than week of September 9 Reid WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid said on Saturday that he would hold a vote on authorizing President Barack Obama to use limited military force against Syria no later than the week of September 9. Shareholder wealth The largest creators, the biggest destroyers Reuters blogger Felix Salmon shares a surprising list of which companies over the last 90 years have generated the most wealth for shareholders, and which ones have destroyed it. Aeropostale forecasts another loss, to speed up store closings (Reuters) - Teen apparel retailer Aeropostale Inc on Thursday forecast a deep third quarter loss, and said the highly promotional environment that has led it to cut prices and decimated earnings... The Cheaters Club Photos from the Amoralists production of the new play by Derek Ahonen.

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