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News Feed Latest worldwide news UPDATE 1-India gets discounts on existing potash deals -officials MUMBAI, Sept 3 (Reuters) - Potash suppliers have agreed to cut prices for Indian buyers on existing contracts to help them cope with the impact of a weaker rupee, although the size of the discount still needs to be agreed, Indian industry officials told Reuters. Nixon interviewer David Frost dead at 74 Veteran British broadcaster David Frost, best known for his series of interviews with disgraced U.S. President Richard Nixon, has died. He was 74. Well Shorter Workweek May Not Increase Well-Being Think shorter working hours will make you happier? Maybe not, a new study suggests. Surprise! Beijing can have blue skies It is not uncommon to see tourists and residents in Beijing frequently check their smartphones and laptops to get the city's latest air quality readings, such is the problem with pollution. Can a case boost your iPhone 5's WiFi? Check the Linkase The Linkase for iPhone 5 boasts up to a 50 percent boost in Wi-Fi signal strength thanks to a small electromagnetic waveguide extension. Does it work? See for yourself in these mobile speedtests where Wi-Fi is usually terrible. No Clear Winner in Debate Between Merkel and Challenger Chancellor Angela Merkel and her Social Democratic rival, Peer Steinbrck, fought each other to a virtual draw in their sole television debate of the German election campaign. Blackstone raises $5 billion for second rescue lending fund NEW YORK, Sept 3 (Reuters) - Blackstone Group LP said on Tuesday it had raised $5 billion from investors for its second rescue lending fund, underscoring how alternative asset managers are looking to... Wealth Matters From a Prominent Divorce in the Affluent Class, Lessons for All Rich people may have more assets at stake, but any couple with a broken marriage have to consider the same issues in a divorce. Romanians continue protest against gold mine BUCHAREST, Sept 3 (Reuters) - Roughly 1,000 people gathered in Romania's capital late on Tuesday for a third day of protests against plans to start an open-cast gold mine in the small Carpathian town... The TV Watch Spiral and 3 Other French Shows Worth Seeking Out Four French TV dramas serve up the most common themes crime, war, sex and the occult in fresh and unexpected ways. Citigroup sheds more than $6 bln in PE, hedge fund assets - WSJ Sept 2 (Reuters) - Citigroup Inc has sold more than $6 billion in private equity and hedge fund assets in the past month to comply with new regulations that limit such investments, the Wall Street... QA Can Immunity to the Common Cold Come With Age? As immunity to different viruses builds up over time, it decreases the number of viral types that can make one sick, an expert says. Yosemite wildfire now 70% contained The stubborn Rim Fire, one of the largest wildfire in California's history, is 70% contained, the U.S. Forest Service said Monday night. Pope Appoints Diplomat as Vatican Secretary of State Archbishop Pietro Parolin, a longtime Vatican diplomat, will be the churchs new secretary of state, replacing Cardinal Tarcisio Bertone. The New Old Age Blog In California, Intense Debate Over Home Care California lawmakers are considering a measure requiring that home care agencies obtain licenses and that aides be certified. When Frost landed Nixon Ed Bark says as outlets may vie for such things as the first post-"twerking" sitdown with Miley Cyrus,but let's not forget that the biggest "get" of them all is still owned by David Frost 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. Singles Become Doubles Nicknamed WAGs, the wives and girlfriends of famous athletes are their No. 1 fans. Just check out the players box at the U.S. Open. Americans Abroad Johannsson Is Happy He Chose U.S. Aron Johannsson, born in the U.S. to parents from Iceland, is the newest addition to the U.S. mens national soccer team. Brazil, Mexico want spy answers The U.S. National Security Agency directly targeted the communications of the presidents of Brazil and Mexico, according to a Brazilian news report likely to heighten tensions between the United States and Latin America's two biggest economies. Well U.S. Circumcision Rates Are Declining The percentage of newborns who are circumcised in the United States declined to 58.3 percent in 2010 from 64.5 percent in 1979, according to the National Center for Health Statistics. British wildlife captured at its best The British Wildlife Photography Awards 2013 are celebrating the beauty of Great Britain's nature. Exclusive | 104 Willow Street Built When Sheep Grazed in Brooklyn Heights An 1826 farmhouse with a comprehensive restoration that helped to create an ageless elegance. T Magazine On View | A Second Act for the Legendary Stage Actor Joel Grey The actor, director, and photographer, perhaps best known for playing the sinister M.C. in Bob Fosses Cabaret, will show an enigmatic series of photographs of decaying billboards at Steven Kasher gallery in New York. Obama wins backing for Syria strike from key figures in Congress WASHINGTON/BEIRUT (Reuters) - President Barack Obama won the backing of key figures in the U.S. Congress, including Republicans, in his call for limited U.S. strikes on Syria to punish President Bashar al-Assad for his suspected use of chemical weapons against civilians. Spain's brain drain problem Economic woes and research budget cuts push many of Spain's best scientists to look for work abroad. Al Goodman reports. Living With Cancer Is It Back? The tunnel vision of cancer focuses me obsessively on myself. Perhaps all diseases bring egotism in their wake, for people in distress find it hard to think of anything else. World Briefing | Africa Congo Government Retakes Critical Territory Government troops occupied strategic hills overlooking the eastern city of Goma on Friday after rebel fighters withdrew. Watch Wednesday's Show! September 4, 2013 As U.S. mulls military action in Syria, 15 questions answered There are so many moving parts to the complicated Syria story that that it can become quite difficult to keep up. Let this QA bring you up to speed on the dizzying developments. DealBook Datto, a Data Backup Service, Raises $25 Million in Round Led by General Catalyst The financing of Datto, which provides both local and cloud-based data backup, is the latest bet that cloud computing will help transform data backup and recovery. Playlist Juicy J on Ambitions, Younger Rappers and Strip Clubs The rapper Juicy J, a hip-hop veteran, a foundation of the Southern rap scene and a mentor to younger rappers, talks about his career. Cassandra Vinograd, Adam Cohen The couple work in London, she as a general news correspondent for The Associated Press, he at Google as the head of competition policy for Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Asia. KKR, Permira sell $1 billion stake in German broadcaster ProSieben FRANKFURT (Reuters) - KKR and Permira , the controlling owners of ProsiebenSat.1 , are selling a quarter of their stake in the German free-to-air broadcaster, the two private equity firms said. Saudi Arabia Promises to Aid Egypts Regime As Europeans and the United States considered cutting cash aid to Egypt, Saudi Arabia said that it and its allies would make up any reduction and vowed continued support. New Ad Organization to Promote Cross-Cultural Marketing In contrast to multicultural marketing aimed at specific groups, cross-cultural ads focus on similarities to speak to diverse consumer groups. Surprising Friend of Gay Rights in a High Place When President Ronald Reagan nominated Anthony M. Kennedy to the Supreme Court, few could have imagined the esteem Justice Kennedy would one day earn among advocates of gay rights. Venezuela hit by blackout, government blames 'sabotage' CARACAS, Sept 3 (Reuters) - A blackout hit much of Venezuela including the capital Caracas on Tuesday, but the oil industry was not affected and the government said it expected power to be restored within hours. Exclusive | 104 Willow Street Built When Sheep Grazed in Brooklyn Heights An 1826 farmhouse with a comprehensive restoration that helped to create an ageless elegance. Swiss engineers bring acoustic solution to noise pollution Aug. 29 - Acoustic engineers at EPFL in Switzerland are developing a sound tracking system they say will help regulators control traffic flow and reduce road noise. The World Health Organization says road noise is a major contributor to poor health in Europe but by monitoring traffic flow, the engineers think they can help. Tara Cleary reports.

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