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News Feed Latest worldwide news Serena I apologized to Maria Serena Williams refuses to get drawn into a pre-Wimbledon war of words with Maria Sharapova Sunday -- claiming she has apologized to her Russian rival for comments made about her personal life. Mexico storms death toll rises to 123, crop lands damaged ACAPULCO (Reuters) - The death toll from a pair of storms that flooded much of Mexico rose to 123 on Monday, and large tracts of farmland were declared lost as the country cleans up some of the worst storm damage in decades. NASA enlists ex-Air Force drones for tropical storm research CAPE CANAVERAL, Florida (Reuters) - NASA is using of a pair of decommissioned military drones to study how tropical storms develop over the Atlantic Ocean. UPDATE 1-Vietnam's VietJet seen close to major Airbus order Sept 24 (Reuters) - Vietnamese low-cost airline VietJet looked close on Tuesday to placing an order for as many as 100 Airbus jets worth up to $10 billion, sources familiar with the discussions said. Vista Equity to take Greenway Medical private for $644 million (Reuters) - Greenway Medical Technologies Inc has agreed to be taken private by Vista Equity Partners for $644 million, less than two years after the medical software provider debuted on the U.S.... Four men now charged in Chicago shooting that hurt 13 CHICAGO (Reuters) - Gang members sprayed bullets into a Chicago city park last week - injuring a three-year-old boy and 12 other people - after one of them had been grazed by a bullet hours earlier, police said on Tuesday. Zhang Beats King in Guangzhou Open Final Zhang Shuai won her first WTA singles title by beating the qualifier Vania King, 7-6 (1), 6-1, on Saturday in the final of the Guangzhou Open in China. Jailed member of Russia's punk band on hunger strike MOSCOW (Reuters) - A jailed member of Russia's Pussy Riot punk band said she was starting a hunger strike on Monday to protest against "slave labor" in her penal colony and said she had received a death threat from a senior prison official. Britain awards 1.5 billion pound smart meter contract to Telefonica MADRID (Reuters) - The British government has awarded a further contract as part of its multi-billion pound smart meters programme, designed to link electricity and gas meters to supplier systems in a network that could cut bills and create jobs. Days Best in the N.F.L. The top performers and key injuries in Week 3 of the N.F.L. season. Golf '$11M a nice bonus' Henrik Stenson may have just become golf's $11.4 million man, but the Swede insists it's not all about the money. Fairfax's BlackBerry deal seeks to forgo Canada takeover review OTTAWA, Sept 24 (Reuters) - The investor that has struck a tentative $4.7 billion deal to take smartphone maker BlackBerry Ltd private is aggressively touting his group's Canadian status to avoid the government reviews of foreign takeovers that have plagued recent attempts to buy Canadian companies. City Room Remembering Sister Nora, a Nun Fiercely Devoted to Children of the Bronx Sister Nora McArt, who spent four decades teaching at St. Martin of Tours in Crotona and fought to keep the school open, died on Friday at 68. European Universities Catch the Online Wave Massive Online Open Courses, or MOOCs, are catching on in Europe as universities look to cut costs and reach out to a wider audience. Well Magnets Fail to Relieve Arthritis Pain Many people use copper bracelets and magnetic wrist straps to alleviate the pain of arthritis, but a rigorous new study concludes they do not work. Americans Abroad N.W.S.L.s First Season From the Outside Looking In U.S. international Yael Averbuch on watching the inaugural season of the National Womens Soccer League. Belcourt Castle in Newport Gets a Face-Lift A Gilded Age dowager in Newport gets a makeover that may finally put its troubled past to rest. News Analysis German Campaign, Amid Fiery Debate Abroad, Shuffles Toward Consensus Germanys inclination toward consensus could yield something nearly unfathomable anywhere else a power-sharing pact between the main parties of the left and right. Impact of German election on Europe Angela Merkel has made big gains in Germany's election, and has a mandate to form a government. So what will this mean for a crisis-hit Europe? Your Money Adviser Same-Sex Couples Are Urged to Apply for Social Security Spousal Benefits Though the Social Security Administration is still reviewing the law, it is encouraging applications from couples in same-sex marriages and civil unions. 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. Living Golf meets Samuel L. Jackson Amanda Davies gets a crash course in golf from actor Samuel L. Jackson, who always makes time for his favorite sport. The Media Equation Wintours Reign Extends Beyond Vogue Anna Wintour has always been a big deal, but her influence within Cond Nast is now on the march in ways that are not just reshaping the magazines but the organization. Restaurant Review Lake Pavilion in Flushing, Queens Lake Pavilion dresses to impress and is serious about its Cantonese seafood. UPDATE 2-BBC to shrink as it shares in UK spending cuts * 2,000 jobs to be axed, senior manager roles to be cut The best acceptance speech ever Anderson Cooper looks back on the Emmy Awards the winners, the fashion and Merritt Wever's acceptance speech. News From the Advertising Industry Account assignments, executive appointments and miscellaneous news from advertising agencies. SP raises Jamaica's rating to B-minus on more stable economy NEW YORK, Sept 24 (Reuters) - Rating agency Standard Poor's on Tuesday raised Jamaica's foreign currency sovereign credit rating to B-minus from CCC-plus, citing a more even-keeled economy. Berlusconi's girlfriend, 28, tells press she wants to marry him ROME (Reuters) - Silvio Berlusconi's 28-year-old girlfriend, Francesca Pascale, wants to marry the four-times Italian prime minister, who she says first caught her eye when she was a teenager,... On the Runway Blog A Spring Fashion Gridlock One trend that stands out is so-called optical patterns grids, checks, stripes. Twitter The angriest place on the Internet? Upset about something? Twitter has become the place to vent -- sometimes with nasty, bigoted comments. Dashboard Today in Small Business Health Care Confusion Sales of vinyl records increase. A guide for small businesses looking to hire I.T. project managers. Why you shouldnt be loyal to your bank. Alaska fracking rules would boost public notice, disclosure ANCHORAGE, Alaska (Reuters) - New regulations to oversee hydraulic fracturing of oil and gas wells in Alaska could be issued later this year by state regulators, officials said at a public hearing on Monday. U.S. Senate Republicans start closing ranks on spending bill WASHINGTON (Reuters) - U.S. Senate Republicans on Tuesday appeared to fall in line with their leaders who want to pass an emergency spending bill by September 30 and avoid government shutdowns, even if it means failing in a drive to destroy "Obamacare." Bahrain's three mobile operators receive spectrum for LTE DUBAI, Sept 24 (Reuters) - Bahrain's telecoms industry regulator has awarded radio spectrum for next-generation networks to the kingdom's three mobile operators after scrapping an auction that could have allowed new entrants to the crowded communications sector. Lauda The most dangerous years 3-time World Championm Niki Lauda talks about the dangers of racing F1 cars in the 70's. Turning point for U.S., Iran? This week's United Nations meeting could mark a turning point in the acidic relationship between Iran and the United States. Murray gives thumbs up after operation Andy Murray hopes to return to training in November after undergoing a successful operation on a troublesome back injury. Beijing Journal Dilapidated Mansion Has Had Many Occupants, Maybe Even a Ghost Chaonei No. 81, in central Beijing, has housed missionaries, Red Guards and perhaps the spirit of a woman scorned. Reds 3, Mets 2 (10 Innings) Mets Lose to Reds, but Eye the Future In an address to the team, General Manager Sandy Alderson discussed young pitchers and said Terry Collins had done exceptionally well as manager.

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