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News Feed Latest worldwide news Exclusive Romanian expert believes three artworks from Dutch heist destroyed BUCHAREST (Reuters) - Romanian experts believe that three out of seven paintings stolen last year from a Dutch museum, a haul that included works by Picasso and Monet, have been destroyed by fire, the team's head told Reuters on Monday. Bad debts, dividends in focus for Spanish bank trio MADRID, July 25 (Reuters) - Three Spanish banks, including bailed-out lender Bankia, are expected to reveal higher bad debts and more provisions against losses when they report first half earnings on Thursday, though asset sales could help push up profits. Square Feet Mormon-Backed Mall Breathes Life into Salt Lake City A luxury retail and residential development built in the shadow of the Salt Lake Temple draws visitors and shoppers, but gets mixed reactions from Mormons. Meyer, Ohio St Talk of the Big Ten on Season's Eve Urban Meyer was hailed as a savior when he agreed to take over Ohio State in the wake of the tattoo scandal that sullied the program. That support became even more frenzied when he coached the Buckeyes to a 12-0 record in his first season. ArtsBeat A Fathers Wrath Tom Kizzia Talks About Pilgrims Wilderness Mr. Kizzias new book tells the story of a violent patriarch and his large family living in remote Alaska. Nonpartisan Fact-Checking Comes to South Africa A fledging Web site seeks to offer South Africa the kind of journalistic fact-checking that is a fixture in America with sites like FactCheck.org. NHL Stars to Return to Olympics in Sochi in 2014 After weeks of tough negotiations, the NHL and its players reached a deal with the International Ice Hockey Federation on Friday to put the season on hold again so the game's biggest stars can compete next year in the Sochi Olympics. YOUR MONEY-Real-time sky shopping taxies to the runway NEW YORK, July 24 (Reuters) - Want to order a snack or drink on a plane without flagging down a flight attendant? Book dinner and theater tickets at your destination? Watch a catalog of TV shows on demand? Johnny Carson Clips Are Coming to iTunes Starting Tuesday, fans of the show can buy clips for $1.99 of Tonight Show episodes and special compilations. Techquity Microsoft needs activist shareholders analyst July 19 - Microsoft would benefit from shareholders getting more involved in company. Plus, analysis on Google's results. An end to rhino slaughter? D-Day for rhinos is 2026, according to South African officials -- the year the majestic mammals will near extinction if current poaching rates continue. IRS pursuing 'stateless income' tax enforcement official WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The Internal Revenue Service is pursuing tax enforcement cases against companies over the issue of "stateless income," a senior agency official said on Wednesday in a reference to corporate profits that are not taxed by any country. Prosper and Live Long Health-Minded Manhattan Leads in Increased Life Span A new analysis attributed the increase to gentrification and to a healthier lifestyle. Obama Focuses on Economy, Vowing to Help Middle Class President Obama on Wednesday said it was his highest priority to reverse trends that had left typical Americans with stagnating incomes while allowing the rich to grow richer still. Gadgetwise A Waterproof Phone With Battery Stamina The Sony Xperia Z has near-field communication capability, Bravia TV and a lasting battery but its screen is not better than some of its competitors. Silver Stars Too Much for Stars 60-52 Danielle Adams had 20 points and the San Antonio Silver Stars ended a four-game skid with a 60-52 victory over the Connecticut Sun on Saturday. Fashion on Wheels We asked readers to show us great examples of how they or someone else stays stylish on two wheels. Here are the highlights. Economix Blog Who Works the Longest Days Men work longer hours than women, even when both are working full-time. And high school grads put in the longest workdays when you sort by education. Johnny Football Draws a Crowd at SEC Media Days Johnny Manziel strode into Southeastern Conference Media Days and was swarmed by hundreds of reporters and dozens of television cameras. 5 stories missed during royal baby While half of civilization busied itself trying to find out the name, weight, gender, hair color, taste in music and political disposition of the new heir to the British throne, it turns out there was a whole world of other news happening out there. Gulf rig partially collapses in fire off Louisiana U.S. government HOUSTON (Reuters) - A shallow-water Gulf of Mexico drilling rig has partially collapsed off the coast of Louisiana after catching fire because of a ruptured natural gas well, U.S. regulators said on Wednesday. U.S. groups call on Obama to suspend trade talks with Vietnam WASHINGTON (Reuters) - A coalition of labor and human rights groups on Wednesday urged President Barack Obama to suspend free trade negotiations with Vietnam because of concerns over that country's treatment of workers and people who criticize the government. Awaiting Another Top Editor, Essence Faces Identity Questions The magazines next editor in chief will be confronted by a growing sense among some readers, bloggers and media analysts that Essence has lost its editorial direction. Pogue's Posts Two Tips for Facebook Users Two features, the Other folder and privacy settings, may be hard to find but are handy to know about. On Golf Emotional Victory for Mickelsons Caddie of 21 Years After Phil Mickelsons British Open victory, the only full-time caddie he has ever had, Jim Mackay, showed even more emotion than he did. Thai Protg Swaps Irons for Textbooks After Record Win Phachara Khongwatmai has little time to celebrate his record-breaking triumph on the ASEAN PGA Tour as the 14-year-old Thai amateur golfer needs to catch up on his homework after taking a week off from school to compete in the event. Why Putin regime feels threatened The Kremlin's treatment of Russia's leading anti-corruption campaigner casts a shadow over Putin's regime. Why urban gardens can cut obesity What's better than fresh, locally grown fruits and vegetables? How about fresh, locally-grown, free fruits and vegetables, all within an easy walk of your home or office? Court UK 'honeymoon killer' to be extradited A British man accused of orchestrating his wife's murder by hit men while they were on honeymoon in South Africa should be extradited to face trial, a London court ruled Wednesday. Currents | Lighting Bathed in the Glow of Splashing Water Tony Duquettes Splashing Water chandeliers are put into production by Remains Lighting. Mickelson Missing a Peculiar Link in Majors Phil Mickelson described his feelings toward links golf as a "hate-love" relationship, meaning he once dreaded coming over to the British Open for a brand of golf played only once a year. Now he loves it. Detroit manager scores first win over unions in bankruptcy bid DETROIT (Reuters) - A U.S. bankruptcy court judge on Wednesday dealt a blow to Detroit's public employee unions and pension funds opposed to the city's historic bankruptcy filing by suspending legal challenges in Michigan state courts while he reviews the city's petition for protection from creditors. Lost childhood in refugee camps Yousef is two years old and lives in a refugee camp in Iraq. Her mother tells comedian and UNICEF ambassador Eddie Izzard that she wants to return to her country, but will not jeopardize her children's safety. With every day that passes in their life as a refugee, she fears that they are losing another day of their childhood. Paris winners get replica trophy CNN visits the Paris jewelry store that crafts the replica trophies taken home by winners French Open winners. NEWSMAKER Liberian President on road to peace prosperity Liberian President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf, a Nobel Peace Prize winner, discusses her administrations development goals and challenges at a Thomson Reuters Newsmaker event in Washington, D.C. Hailstones shred French Burgundy vineyards PARIS (Reuters) - Severe storms and hail lashed France's Burgundy wine region leading to losses of up to 90 percent and threatening output for both the 2013 and 2014 vintages, producers said on Wednesday. BlackBerry plans security feature for Android, iPhone TORONTO (Reuters) - BlackBerry will offer technology to separate and make secure both work and personal data on mobile devices powered by Google Inc's Android platform and by Apple Inc's iOS operating system, the company said on Thursday. Dis pen cheks speling az you rite Wher woud some of us bea withoot spell check? Telefonica to go back to its homework after German bet MADRID, July 24 (Reuters) - Fresh from snapping up German mobile operator E-Plus, Spain's Telefonica will deliver a sharp reminder of challenges closer to home when it publishes first-half results on Thursday. National Briefing | Washington Senate Panel Clears Way for Vote on Power as Ambassador to U.N. The Senate Foreign Relations Committee overwhelmingly approved Samantha Power on Tuesday to be ambassador to the United Nations, clearing the way for a vote in the full Senate.

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