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News Feed Latest worldwide news SoftBank profit likely to soar 70 percent - Nikkei Oct 30 (Reuters) - SoftBank Corp's group operating profit could shoot up more than 70 percent for the six months through September, driven by sales of iPhones and other smartphones, the Nikkei reported. World Series Game 5 Red Sox 3, Cardinals 1 One Win Away and Headed for Home Thanks to Jon Lesters pitching and David Ortizs hitting, the Red Sox are one victory away from winning the World Series after beating the Cardinals in Game 5. Federer Rallies Past Istomin at Swiss Indoors Roger Federer rallied past Denis Istomin, 4-6, 6-3, 6-2, in the Swiss Indoors in Basel. China Tries to Clean Up Toxic Legacy of Its Rare Earth Riches Export restrictions have done little to slow the devastation resulting from rare earth mining, including contamination that threatens the water supply of millions. Sari Burns, Harry Waisbren Sometimes, It Pays to Break the Rules The bride is a fellow in addiction psychiatry at Beth Israel Medical Center in Manhattan; the groom is a co-founder of SuperVoters.org. Activist investor Ackman remains convinced Herbalife will fail OXFORD, England Oct 29 (Reuters) - Billionaire investor William Ackman is still convinced that U.S. nutrition company Herbalife will fail as he sits on hundreds of millions in unrealized losses, nearly one year after predicting the company's stock price would go to zero. Merck's Januvia, animal health products slump; shares off (Reuters) - Merck Co Inc reported lower sales of its Januvia diabetes treatment, fresh evidence its biggest product is losing ground to newer drugs, and also spooked investors with falling... WRAPUP 2-Obama under fire as Americans lose prior health plans WASHINGTON, Oct 29 (Reuters) - President Barack Obama is facing fresh attacks for his pledge that Americans who like their current healthcare plans can keep them under Obamacare, as reports pile up... Scared of heights? Don't look here! It must be one of the world's most terrifying sports, but "The Duke" of high-diving says it's also one of the most rewarding. "It's kind of like how your dog feels when he sticks his head out of the window," explains nine-time world champion Orlando Duque. "He's just so happy feeling the wind. That's how we feel." Sports Briefing | Soccer Chelsea Pulls Out Last-Minute Win Chelsea seized on a defensive blunder in the 90th minute to beat Manchester City, 2-1, in the Premier League. Youre the Boss Blog In Small-Business Lending, the Devil Is Often in the Lien Have you ever gotten tripped up by a lien? What was your experience and how did you handle it? The New Old Age Two Kinds of Hospital Patients Admitted, and Not Medicares two midnights rule has not eased confusion over observation status in the hospital, some experts say. CANADA FX DEBT-C$ weakens to 1-1/2-month low, Fed in focus * C$ at C$1.0470 vs US$, or 95.51 U.S. cents * Poloz says policy shift "not very significant" * Market sets up for Fed statement on Wednesday * Canadian bond prices higher across the curve By Leah... Ask Well Glucosamine and MSM for Joint Pain? Many people swear by the dietary supplements glucosamine and MSM for lessening the creaking and soreness of knees, backs, hips and other joints. But the science on their effectiveness is mixed. 6 killed in Russia bus explosion Investigators say they think a female suicide bomber caused a blast that ripped through a passenger bus in the southern Russian city of Volgograd on Monday afternoon, killing at least six people and injuring 32 others, Russian authorities said. Apples Profit Falls Despite Higher Sales of iPhones The company said its revenue rose, and that it sold 33.8 million iPhones, up from 26.9 million iPhones in the same quarter last year. UPDATE 4-Pfizer 3rd-qtr profit beats estimates, oncology drugs shine Oct 29 (Reuters) - Pfizer Inc reported better-than-expected third-quarter earnings on Tuesday, helped by cuts in costs and growing sales of cancer medicines approved over the past two years. New Jersey School District Cancels Testing After Exams Are Leaked on the Internet The breach of test security in the Montclair, N.J., school district was discovered by a parent on Friday, leading to a full legal investigation. Mexico summons U.S. ambassador Mexico's foreign minister says he's summoning the U.S. ambassador following fresh reports of NSA surveillance of its communications. Nadal's road to redemption Rafael Nadal walked on to the clay court at the 2013 VTR Open in Chile not sure if this would be the beginning of a comeback or the end of a career. Rolando Santos was there for CNN with his camera to record what happened. Bitcoin goes mainstream with ATM in Vancouver coffee shop VANCOUVER, Oct 29 (Reuters) - A silver and blue ATM, perched up next to the espresso bar in a trendy Vancouver coffee shop, could launch a new era for the digital currency bitcoin, offering an almost instant way to exchange the world's leading virtual money for cash. Motherlode Blog When Eat It Isnt the Answer The Halloween Candy Dilemma In my family, we just eat the Halloween candy. Its a great festival of sugar that ends only when we cant take it anymore. But if thats not an option in your house, what do you do with the annual haul? For Subway Riders, Fallout From Hurricane May Last Years The consequences of the storm, officials acknowledge, will be felt most acutely in the form of persistent service disruptions. WRAPUP 1-Obama under attack as Americans lose prior health plans WASHINGTON, Oct 29 (Reuters) - President Barack Obama is facing fresh attacks for his pledge that Americans who like their current healthcare plans can keep them under Obamacare, as reports pile up of thousands of Americans facing cancellation notices. Models mix with fish in Red Sea photo contest EILAT, Israel (Reuters) - A gust of air ruffled her white wedding dress before Hagar Cohen dived into the Red Sea, high heels sparkling in the sun as she disappeared beneath the waves. Aircraft noise linked to increased health risks Oct. 29 - UK researchers say long-term exposure to aircraft noise increases the risk of heart disease and stroke. A five year study focusing on the noise produced by planes flying in and out of Heathrow reveals a higher rate of hospitalisation for people living near the airport than for those who live in quieter environments. Jim Drury has more. Inspectors Visit All but 2 of Syrias Declared Chemical Sites International inspectors say they have been unable to reach two chemical weapons sites because they are in contested areas in Syrias civil war. No. 4 Buckeyes Score Early, Often in 63-14 Win Ohio State was looking for a lopsided win to impress the voters and boost its BCS numbers. The Buckeyes made Penn State pay the price. App Smart Apps to Protect Your Array of Passwords Five apps that allow a user to manage (and remember) passwords and keep other sensitive information safe. U.S. Treasury gives more detail on offshore anti-tax evasion law WASHINGTON, Oct 29 (Reuters) - Foreign banks and investment funds got more detail from the Treasury Department on Tuesday about how to comply with a new U.S. anti-tax evasion law, including a draft... T Magazine By Design | Impossibly Light, Totally Sleek Handmade Bikes Built by a Tokyo Shipwright Custom-made from Honduras mahogany, Sueshiro Sanos beautiful two-wheelers have become objects of veneration and, occasionally, scorn. Whats on Monday Television highlights. 'Golden Bear' on tennis CNN's Pat Cash meets golfing great Jack Nicklaus on the sidelines of Wimbledon. Gaffney Runs for 3 TDs, No. 8 Stanford Beats OSU Tyler Gaffney ran for three touchdowns and No. 8 Stanford held off Oregon State's fourth-quarter comeback bid in a 20-12 win Saturday night. In new U.S. budget talks, Republican proposal has flipped the script WASHINGTON, Oct 29 (Reuters) - Republicans in the U.S. Congress are taking a new tack in the budget wars that have convulsed Washington for the past three years They want to soak the rich, or at... Dispatch Maam, Your Burger Has Been Paid For Drive on through. Its taken care of. Dubai's mega-airport opens Dubai's aviation industry achieved its biggest milestone yet on Sunday, when the emirate's new airport celebrated the arrival of its first commercial flight. Its the Economy Why Apple Wants to Bust Your iPhone The benefits, annoyances and miscalculations of planned obsolescence. Campaign Spotlight A Premium Brand Reaches Out to the Discerning Vodka Fan BBDO New York has introduced a global campaign for Belvedere Vodka, starting with television spots and expanding to print, outdoor and digital advertising. Have to Ask What the App Costs? Its Not for You Apps and digital concierges are reaching out to the affluent with carefully curated and vetted offerings.

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