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News Feed Latest worldwide news Motherlode Blog After a Concussion, Returning to School The activities that make up a students normal day, like reading, writing and concentrating on classes, can exacerbate headaches and fatigue caused by a concussion. U.S. wildfire smoke poses health hazards to distant communities report (Reuters) - Massive clouds of smoke spewed from U.S. wildfires raging ever more intensely in recent summers send soot, carbon monoxide and other toxins far and wide, posing health hazards for distant communities, scientists warned in a study on Thursday. Petry, Jones Score in 3rd as Oilers Beat Canadiens Jeff Petry and Ryan Jones scored in the third period to lift the Edmonton Oilers to a 4-3 victory over the Montreal Canadiens on Tuesday night. More buildings evacuated ahead of Japan storms Oct. 25 - Slow moving tropical storm Francisco dumps rains on Japan, triggering more building evacuations and people moved from the island of Izu Oshima. Rough Cut (no reporter narration). Violin that played as Titanic sank sells for $1.5 million LONDON (Reuters) - A violin that was being played as the Titanic went down was sold for 900,000 pounds ($1.46 million) at auction on Saturday, a record price for memorabilia from the doomed ocean liner. Oceans face 'deadly trio' of threats, study says OSLO (Reuters) - The world's oceans are under greater threat than previously believed from a "deadly trio" of global warming, declining oxygen levels and acidification, an international study said on Thursday. Merkel's party to push on C02 backloading in coalition talks BERLIN (Reuters) - German Chancellor Angela Merkel's conservatives will argue for a new push in support of backloading of CO2 emissions certificates in coalition talks with the Social Democrats (SPD), according to a document prepared for the negotiations. I am a Red Sox fanboy Darren Garnick asks Is David Price right? Are reporters who never pitched beyond Little League just a bunch of starstruck hangers-on. Well, yeah. Life on Mars? Well, Maybe Not In more than a year on Mars, Curiosity has found no evidence of methane, a gas that is considered a possible calling card of microbes, NASA announced Thursday. Peavy Could Have Been in Series for Cardinals Jake Peavy could have been starting Game 3 of the World Series for the home team. Your Money Finance Class on the Web, for Students of All Ages The 10 video lectures, which will be offered free, bring the graduate-level class of a Stanford finance professor to the general public. Islamists die in fierce Nigerian battle More than 70 members of the Islamist extremist group Boko Haram have been killed during a Nigerian military operation in the northeastern state of Borno, an Army spokesman told CNN Friday. Melissa Seligmann, Eugene Gokhvat The bride works for a company making a soccer ball that can power appliances; the groom is a financial portfolio manager. Novelties Microsatellites What Big Eyes They Have By expanding Earth imaging, low-cost satellites could help many businesses keep track of their operations. But frequent updating of those images may also raise privacy questions. Don James, Longtime Washington Huskies Football Coach, Dies at 80 During his 18-season tenure as the coach, James, known as the Dawgfather, led Washington to 10 bowl victories, 6 conference titles and a share of the 1991 national championship with Miami. Seoul's 'Gangnam Style' police The uniforms of Seoul's new tourist police force were designed by "Gangnam Style" singer Psy's costume designer. Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac end traditional pension plans Oct 25 (Reuters) - Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac on Friday said they will terminate their traditional employee pension plans by the end of the year, at the direction of the regulator of the... Conservative Coalition Presses House Republicans to Act on Immigration As farmers, church leaders and other conservatives push for legislation, a debate over creating a path to citizenship threatens to divide the party. Kenyan Leader Must Attend His Hague Trial The International Criminal Court reversed a ruling that would have allowed William Ruto, the deputy president, to be present only on key occasions. U.S. construction spending approaches 4-1/2 year high WASHINGTON (Reuters) - U.S. construction spending hit a near 4-1/2 year high in August, boosted by increases in both private and public outlays, a hopeful sign for third-quarter economic growth. Contractors Assign Blame, but Admit No Faults of Their Own, in Health Site Some of the contractors in building President Obamas health insurance marketplace will testify before Congress on Thursday. UK police seize suspected parts for 3-D printer-made gun Police have seized what could be the parts for Britain's first firearm made using 3-D printing, Greater Manchester Police said Friday. BRIEF- Viiv Healthcare files for European marketing approval for HIV drug Oct 25 (Reuters) - GlaxoSmithKline Plc * Dolutegravir trii - EU regulatory submission * Viiv healthcare announces submission for single-tablet regimen of Fantasy Football Week 8 Matchup Breakdown Jarrett Boykin is suddenly a wanted man on fantasy rosters, as injuries to other Packers receiving options have created a valuable opportunity. Special Report W.T.A. Championships Jelena Jankovics New Shot at the Top After dropping from the top 20, the former No. 1 Jelena Jankovic has surged back this year to join the elite field at the season-ending W.T.A. Championships. Analysis Fund managers missed the Tesla boat, still overlooking Musk NEW YORK (Reuters) - Mutual fund stock pickers like to say they earn their higher fees because they spot good companies before they rally. But this year, many of those fund managers missed out on one... Vivian Schiller to Leave NBC News for Twitter Ms. Schiller, chief digital officer for NBC News, will oversee partnerships between Twitter and news organizations like NBC and NPR. UPDATE 1-Kerry, Lew to brief U.S. senators on Iran nuclear talks (Adds quotes from Senate aide and State Department, details) Africa's inspiring spray can art Street art has forever been a vibrant tool of personal expression manifesting in a variety of unique ways. In Africa it comes in the form of beautifully painted shop fronts, alternative methods of political campaigning and striking murals designed to inspire. Arts, Briefly Shakespeare in Rep Sells on Broadway The new Broadway double bill of Shakespeares Twelfth Night and Richard III, running in repertory, had a solid first week of ticket sales. Snorkeler finds rare giant oarfish off California coast (Reuters) - A California marine instructor's leisurely weekend snorkel turned into the discovery of a lifetime when she found the carcass of a massive, eel-like creature of a species thought to have inspired legends of giant sea serpents. Is Pinterest worth $3.8 billion? Social media site Pinterest just received another $225 million in funding. The offering, led by Fidelity Investments, puts the company's valuation at a staggering $3.8 billion. Netflix Hits Milestone and Raises Its Sights The video service said on Monday that it had surpassed 30 million U.S. subscribers and it reported third-quarter results that beat most expectations. Come October, Players Play Through Pain Carlos Beltran was determined to stay in the lineup, bruised ribs or not. Damage Control, at the Hirshhorn, Explores Neglected Trend Damage Control, an exhibition at the Hirshhorn Museum, explores a neglected trend in which artists have been more into breaking than making. T Magazine Feeling For | Halloween-Inspired Finds You Can Wear Year-Round From a Wednesday Addams-style Peter Pan collar to glitzy jewels fit for a Disney princess, here are some costume staples that will remain highly wearable parts of your wardrobe long past Oct. 31. Li Earns Hat-Trick of Wins Against Injured Azarenka China's Li Na made it a hat-trick of White Group victories, overpowering back-injury victim Victoria Azarenka 6-2 6-1 on Friday to march through to the semi-finals of the WTA Championship. EFH restructuring talks expand, forge on ahead of looming payment NEW YORK, Oct 24 (Reuters) - Energy Future Holdings has stepped up talks with bondholders of its regulated unit, several people close to the talks said on Thursday, as it holds out hope of reaching... Blatter raises less Europe in World Cup Is Sepp Blatter angling for another term as head of world football? The FIFA president had vowed this would be his last, but Friday's comments about Africa's under-representation at the World Cup has fueled speculation sparked by his earlier claim that he has "a mission" to complete. Dance Review Brian Brooks Moving Company Presents Run Dont Run at BAM The Brian Brooks Moving Company is presenting its latest work, Run Dont Run, danced on a set with hundreds of taut strings, at the Brooklyn Academy of Music.

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