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News Feed Latest worldwide news Kevin Moeller, Kevin Creamer A consultancy executive and a social worker are married in St. James, N.Y. Glaxo to pay $229 million to settle Avandia suits with eight states (Reuters) - GlaxoSmithKline has agreed to pay $229 million to settle lawsuits brought by eight U.S. states related to improper marketing of its Avandia diabetes drug, the British drugmaker said on Wednesday. The world's best airline is... Emirates has been voted the world's best airline by passengers at the annual Skytrax World Airline Awards. 'They're going to kill me,' MJ told son Michael Jackson often cried after talking to AEG Live executives as he prepared for his comeback concerts, his oldest son testified Wednesday. Draft Up Next in Big Year for Trey Burke Trey Burke led Michigan to within a few points of a national title, a stirring finish to his college career that validated his decision to return to the Wolverines for his sophomore season. Planned Parenthood to pay Texas $1.4 million to settle alleged fraud SAN ANTONIO (Reuters) - Women's health group Planned Parenthood has agreed to pay the state of Texas $1.4 million to settle allegations of fraud in billing to a health program for the poor, Texas Attorney General Greg Abbott said on Wednesday. U.S. IRS pursuing 'stateless income' tax enforcement -official WASHINGTON, July 24 (Reuters) - The U.S. Internal Revenue Service is pursuing tax enforcement cases against companies over the issue of "stateless income," a senior agency official said on Wednesday... Officer dies rescuing hiker A Las Vegas Police officer plunged to his death while rescuing a stranded hiker. The hiker was hoisted to safety in a helicopter, but David Vansbuskirk fell into the canyon below. Who is the greatest F1 driver? Who is the greatest F1 driver of all time? Past and present drivers give their verdict on the contenders to CNN. Ride on the new Formula One track CNN's Rob Marciano experiences the thrills of the new $400 million Circuit of the Americas in Austin, Texas. 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. Meet the world's largest superyacht At 590-feet long, the Azzam is the world's largest super yacht. The hulking vessel is significantly longer than a football field and larger than the US Navy's Arleigh Burke-class of destroyers. In an uncertain Egypt, street artists rein in their outrage CAIRO (Reuters) - Egyptian rappers and graffiti artists who captured the spirit of the youthful rebellion that toppled president Hosni Mubarak are toning down their outrage as the path to democracy... Education Overhaul Faces a Test of Partisanship The House passed a bill aimed at amending No Child Left Behind. But no Democrat voted for the bill, and the Obama administration has threatened to veto it. ArtsBeat Jeff Goldblum Joins Cast of Domesticated Mr. Goldblum will join Laurie Metcalf in Bruce Norriss new play this fall at Lincoln Center Theater. Canadian DeLaet Aims for Presidents Cup Spot The Presidents Cup tailors have already sized up Graham DeLaet, now all that is left is for International captain Nick Price to decide if the Canadian is a good fit for his 12-man team. Lance Armstrong's former charity Livestrong says donations down DALLAS (Reuters) - Donations to the cancer charity founded by disgraced cyclist Lance Armstrong declined last year following charges of doping against the seven-time Tour de France champion, the charity said in its 2012 tax return released on Tuesday. At Trial, Pataki Says Sex Offender Trailed Family The ex-governor and other officials are being sued over a 2005 initiative that put some sex offenders in mental hospitals after their prison terms ended. Russia says U.S. drive to arm Syria rebels hurts chances for peace MOSCOW (Reuters) - Russia accused the United States on Wednesday of stalling chances for peace in Syria by pressing ahead with plans to arm rebels fighting to oust President Bashar al-Assad. The Caucus Elder Bush Is Baldly Supportive of Leukemia Patient Former President George Bush shaved his head to show solidarity with a 2-year-old leukemia patient. We ride along with the Nokia Drive Ride-along and interview Nokia's Aaron Dannenbring News Analysis Asian Economies Encounter Stiff Winds Over the last couple of months, the economic engines of developing Asia have shifted downward, and that may hurt the rest of the world. Winners Top travel photo award A selection of winning and commended entries from one of the most prestigious travel photography competitions on the planet. Demise of the desk top? David Goldman from CNN Money weighs in on the future of desktop computers. Firefighters hold line against California blaze July 19 - Flames engulfing the San Jacinto Mountains are threatening several towns despite efforts underway since Monday (July 15) to contain the large wildfire. Lindsey Parietti reports. UPDATE 2-Agnico Eagle reports loss, reviews business amid weak gold price TORONTO, July 24 (Reuters) - Gold miner Agnico Eagle Mines Ltd reported a net loss on Wednesday, hurt in part by a maintenance shutdown, and said it is "reviewing all aspects" of its business in light of the recent drop in gold prices. U.S., Korea, Japan lead way in 4G Jim Boulden speaks with Ericsson CEO Hans Vestberg about his company's plans for 3G and 4G developments. Op-ed Putin a hypocrite One of the many disturbing aspects of the NSA spying revelations is how much joy they have brought to the world's chronic violators of human rights and political freedoms. Big 12's Bowlsby Says NCAA Changes Needed Now Big 12 Commissioner Bob Bowlsby said Monday there is "unanimity" among leaders from five power conferences that significant changes are needed now in the NCAA. SEC judge in Cohen case no stranger to high-profile cases WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The Securities and Exchange Commission judge who will oversee the agency's administrative trial against hedge fund tycoon Steven A. Cohen has a history of presiding over high-profile and thorny cases. Intersection Modern Takes on Tradition In Jackson Heights, Queens, some residents discuss how their style represents their culture just as much as their favorite trends. Soccer Martino May Feel Right at Home With Bara Tested in South America, Barcelona's new coach, Gerardo Martino, brings a sense that it's a players' game. Germany Dump Hosts Sweden Out of Women's Euros Defending champions Germany withstood a staggering assault by hosts Sweden to secure a narrow 1-0 win and advance to the final of the European women's soccer championship where they will face Norway or Denmark. UPDATE 1-Louisiana agency sues big oil firms for hurting wetlands NEW ORLEANS, July 24 (Reuters) - A Louisiana agency sued 97 oil companies - including BP Plc, Exxon Mobil Corp , Chevron Corp and Royal Dutch Shell Plc - in state court on Wednesday for allegedly damaging hundreds of miles of sensitive wetlands by cutting through them with pipelines and transportation canals. Japan's Fukushima operator acknowledges contaminated water flowing into sea TOKYO (Reuters) - The operator of Japan's stricken Fukushima nuclear power plant said on Monday that contaminated ground water had likely been flowing into the sea, acknowledging such a leakage for the first time. UPDATE 3-Qualcomm quarterly revenue beats Street; stock up SAN FRANCISCO, July 24 (Reuters) - Qualcomm Inc posted third-quarter revenue that beat expectations and earnings that matched them to ease concerns about slower growth of smartphone sales and help... Manning Up in the Heat Gaming a heat wave is no walk in the park. Designers share their strategies. Boeing boosts outlook July 24 - Boeing's profit and revenue blew past expectations, and the aerospace giant lifted its 2013 outlook. Fred Katayama reports. Theater Review The Designated Mourner by Wallace Shawn, at Public Theater The Designated Mourner, Wallace Shawns unflinching look at New York intellectuals, has been given a not-to-be-missed revival at the Public Theater. UPDATE 1-'Despicable Me' minions top Sandler's 'Grown Ups 2' at box office NEW YORK/LOS ANGELES, July 14 (Reuters) - The mighty minions of "Despicable Me 2" beat human comedy star Adam Sandler's new "Grown Ups 2" at the U.S. and Canadian movie box office this weekend.

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