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News Feed Latest worldwide news Lives A Brief Vacation From Myself What becomes of a man when his slate is wiped temporarily clean? Water birds reveal new direction for aircraft landing research Aug. 8 - Water birds appear to prefer landing along the north-south axis, according to a study by Czech scientists. The researchers say their findings could help improve landing navigation systems for aircraft and prevent accidents when planes land close to water. Suzannah Butcher reports. Pentagon Israel test-fires missile, U.S. helps Israel and the United States test-fired a missile Tuesday morning in the Mediterranean Sea, the Israel Defense Ministry said. Dozens at large after prison break in Tunisia At least 49 inmates broke out of a prison in Tunisia on Sunday night, the country's state-run Tunis Afrique Presse reported. High def video gaming on the Chromebook Pixel Thank you Steam! While the Chrome browser takes full advantage of the Chromebook Pixel's hardware, I thought it would interesting to see how video gaming works on the device. Quite well, with just a few small issues, it turns out. ArtsBeat Redshirts Takes Hugo Award for Best Science-Fiction Novel John Scalzis novel is about members of a spaceship crew who discover they are actually part of a television show. Deep freeze plan for Fukushima leaks The Japanese government has announced plans for a multi-million dollar attempt to freeze the ground to prevent toxic water from leaking out of the stricken Fukushima nuclear power plant. 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. Tommy Morrison, Boxer and Co-Star in Rocky V, Dies at 44 Mr. Morrison defeated George Foreman for the heavyweight title and starred as a boxing protg of Rocky Balboas in Rocky V. Syrian towns attacked by tanks, fighters jets Sept. 3 - As fighting rages in Syria, a spokesman for the Syrian Opposition citing sympathetic sources inside President Bashar al Assad's military says three convoys carrying chemical weapons are on the move in the country. Deborah Gembara reports. Morsi to Be Tried on Charges of Inciting Violence in Egypt Egypts top prosecutor referred the ousted president, Mohamed Morsi, and 14 members of his Muslim Brotherhood to trial on charges of inciting the killing of opponents protesting outside his palace, the state news agency said. Attacks Delayed, Syrians Juggle Anticipation With Attempts at Normalcy The delay in an expected missile strikes left Syria struggling to return to normalcy, with the military and rebels still bracing and everyone uncertain whether an attack would happen at all. Straight Sets What to Watch at the U.S. Open on Monday Camila Giorgi, 21, is a potential star to keep an eye on, especially after her comeback, three-set victory over the No. 6 seed Caroline Wozniacki on Saturday. On Monday, she faces her fellow Italian Roberta Vinci, the No. 10 seed. Study finds patients often stop using new AstraZeneca heart drug AMSTERDAM, Sept 3 (Reuters) - Use of AstraZeneca's new heart drug Brilinta is frequently discontinued in a real world setting, according to a small clinical study presented on Tuesday. Carlos Slim increases stake in NY Times Oct 6 (Reuters) - Carlos Slim, the Mexican billionaire who loaned the New York Times Co $250 million, has upped his stake in the company for the third time in two months. Soccer Clubs Latest Stadium Proposal Would Give the Yankees a New Neighbor The New York City Football Club, which discussed a Queens site, is considering building a 25,000-to-30,000-seat facility in the Bronx. Stock gains curtailed by Syria Sep. 3 - Summary Wall Street rally scaled back as Republican leaders support Syria strike, overshadowing upbeat factory data and global deals. Conway G. Gittens reports. In Turnaround, Its France Backing Arms While Britain Sits on Syria Sidelines In contrast to the 2003 Iraq war, France is asserting its power and Britain is stepping back, raising questions about whether and how much the European strategic landscape has changed since then. The top films at the North American box office LOS ANGELES, Aug 25 (Reuters) - Following are the top 10 movies at North American (U.S. and Canadian) box offices for Friday to Sunday, led by "Lee Daniels' The Butler" at No. 1, according to studio estimates compiled by Reuters. 1 (1) Lee Daniels' The Butler.............$ 17.0 million 2 (2) We're the Millers...................$ 13.5 million 3 (*) Mortal Instruments City of Bones...$ 9.3 million 4 (*) The World's End.....................$ 8.9 million 5 (5) Planes......... You had to wear that? OK, so it looks like it's from a horror movie -- but Diana Nyad's mask saved her from the jellyfish. Roundup As Catch Rangers in A.L. West Coco Crisp homered for the third consecutive game as Oakland defeated Texas and pulled into a tie with them atop the American League West. CANADA STOCKS-Telecoms shares lift TSX to three-month high * TSX rises 86.60 points, or 0.68 percent, to 12,740.50 * Six of the 10 main index sectors advance * Telecoms stocks have biggest positive influence on index By John Tilak TORONTO, Sept 3 (Reuters) - Canada's main stock index hit its highest level in three months on Tuesday after bullish data signaled rising strength in the global economy and news of Verizon Communications Inc's decision not enter the Canadian market drove up telecoms shares. But gains were tethered by inves Djokovic near perfect in reaching quarter-finals NEW YORK (Reuters) - Top seed Novak Djokovic demolished unseeded Spaniard Marcel Granollers 6-3 6-0 6-0 on Tuesday to charge into the quarter-finals of the U.S. Open. Australia shares set to retreat on support for US action against Syria SYDNEY, Sept 4 (Reuters) - Australian shares are seen retreating from 3-1/2 month highs on Wednesday, as investors are likely to tread cautiously after top U.S. congressional leaders backed military... City Room Sept. 2 Where the Candidates Are Today The candidates daily campaign schedule at a glance. Arts, Briefly New Role for Jackson on American Idol The longtime American Idol judge Randy Jackson, left, will be back for that singing competitions 13th season but in a new role as in-house mentor to the contestants, Fox announced on Tuesday. Gadgetwise A Television Designed for the Outdoors The SunBrite borrows technology from industrial televisions to withstand the elements. Tiffany's strong China sales offset tepid Americas business (Reuters) - Tiffany Co's strong sales in China and higher prices made up for some disappointing business in its home market in the latest quarter, leading the U.S. jeweler on Tuesday to raise its... ArtsBeat Low Ratings for Low Winter Sun AMCs dark new drama Low Winter Sun has not benefited from the success of its lead-in, Breaking Bad. Movie Review Wamplers Ascent Centers on a Disabled Altruists Climb Wamplers Ascent documents how a man with cerebral palsy and the use of just one arm scaled El Capitan, the worlds biggest rock face. ArtsBeat Curators Chosen for American Pavilion at Architecture Biennale The State Department has named three curators to focus on the last 100 years of American building abroad. Six killed as smuggled ammunition explodes on Turkey-Syria border ANKARA (Reuters) - A consignment of live ammunition exploded as it was being smuggled into Turkey, killing six people on the border with Syria on Tuesday, the provincial governor's office said. On the Runway Blog Maria Pinto Makes Another Run Maria Pinto, the Chicago designer made famous by her longtime client Michelle Obama, is starting a new business this week. 'Revolutionized' wrestling optimistic of Games return BUENOS AIRES (Reuters) - Wrestling should reap the rewards of the major changes it has introduced since it was cut from the 2020 Olympics by winning reinstatement to the Games, international federation (FILA) chief Nenad Lalovic told Reuters television. Is that it? Nintendo unveils new console It's flat, fixed and underwhelming, say Nintendo fans who finally have their hands on the new 2DS. Korean island where time stops Empty beaches, no cars, fresh seafood, gorgeous sunset -- on pretty Bijindo, that's called a hectic day Carlos Slim increases stake in NY Times Oct 6 (Reuters) - Carlos Slim, the Mexican billionaire who loaned the New York Times Co $250 million, has upped his stake in the company for the third time in two months. Side Street United Behind a Sons American Dream, No Matter the Consequences As Marco Saavedra, who was brought to the United States as a toddler, seeks to change immigration law, his parents, despite their own unauthorized status, are supporting him. Oyster farm loses court fight with U.S. government over expired lease Sept 3 (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. Rock band Cheap Trick fires back at drummer with lawsuit (Reuters) - U.S. rock band Cheap Trick has been around longer than many of the biggest U.S. corporations and now a lawsuit is making them sound more like bickering board members than one-time hit makers behind songs like "Surrender" and "I Want You to Want Me."

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