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News Feed Latest worldwide news Shortcuts Sometimes Second-Best Makes a Better Role Model Recent research suggests we may be choosing the wrong people to emulate, and that could be hurting us professionally. Analysis U.S. strike would aim to punish Assad, not turn tide of war LONDON (Reuters) - Any strike by the United States and its allies on Syria will probably aim to teach President Bashar al-Assad - and Iran - a lesson on the risks of defying the West, but not try to turn the tide of the civil war. City Room New York Today Candidates Take a Swing What you need to know for Tuesday mayoral hopefuls try stickball, breezy weather with a chance of rain, and a snow leopard makes his debut at the zoo. Lattes say "I love you" with a photo Aug. 13 - A Taiwanese coffee chain serves special lattes with couples' photographs printed on the foam, in celebration of China's 'Valentine's Day'. Jeanne Yurman reports. In Transit Blog A Scottish Resort Has a Beef List At the Gleneagles resort in Scotland, diners can choose among cattle breeds for their steaks. Musharraf indicted in Bhutto case A Pakistani court on Tuesday indicted former President Pervez Musharraf over the killing of opposition leader Benazir Bhutto, the first time formal allegations have been filed against an ex-military chief in the South Asian nation. Breakingviews Ackman's airplay Aug. 27 - Richard Beales and Breakingviews columnists discuss why Bill Ackman's bet on Air Products may be more successful than the hedge fund manager's efforts at J.C. Penney and other retailers. Abramovich to buy Moscow office complex for up to $800 million sources MOSCOW (Reuters) - Billionaire Roman Abramovich is close to buying one of the biggest top-end office complexes in Moscow for up to $800 million in what would be Russia's second-largest office deal,... FOREX-Yen, Swiss franc rise as Syria fears spur demand for safety * Yen sharply higher vs Australian and New Zealand dollars * Swiss franc rises versus euro, dollar * Emerging market currencies in rout on Syria tension * German IFO survey has little impact on... West weighs options; Syria calls any plans of attack "delusional" Aug. 27 - As the West weighs options in responding to reports of chemical attacks in Syria, Damascus says military action would be "delusional." Deborah Lutterbeck reports. At War Blog Remembering Iraq on an Indian Reservation Nathan S. Webster asks why Lance Marottek, 25, returned to the Fort Peck Indian Reservation in northwestern Montana after five years in the Army. The most dangerous hobby? Unpaid and overworked - why global motorsport relies on its marshals to keep its wheels turning. 'The Cuckoo's Calling' keeps top spot on U.S. best-sellers list NEW YORK (Reuters) - "The Cuckoo's Calling," the detective novel written by J.K. Rowling under a pseudonym, held on to the top of the U.S. best-sellers list on Thursday. Fukushima inspectors 'careless', Japan agency says, as nuclear crisis grows HIRONO, Japan (Reuters) - The operator of Japan's wrecked Fukushima nuclear plant was careless in monitoring tanks storing dangerously radioactive water, the nuclear regulator said on Friday, the latest development in a crisis no one seems to know how to contain. Fukushima 'house of horrors' Japan's nuclear regulator described the Fukushima nuclear power plant as a "house of horrors." Paula Hancocks reports. Pentagon Sees Syrian Military, Not Chemical Sites, as Target The attacks would be designed to deter and degrade the ability of the regime of President Bashar al-Assad to launch chemical weapons. Kerry Cites Clear Evidence of Chemical Weapon Use in Syria Secretary of State John Kerry said Monday that the use of chemical weapons in attacks on civilians in Syria last week was undeniable and that the Obama administration would hold the Syrian government accountable. U.S. postpones August 28 meeting with Russia over Syria gas attack WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The State Department on Monday postponed a meeting scheduled for Wednesday in The Hague between senior diplomats from the United States and Russia due to "ongoing consultations" over the chemical weapons attack in Syria. California billionaire unveils futuristic 'Hyperloop' transport SAN FRANCISCO (Reuters) - California billionaire Elon Musk took the wraps off his vision of a futuristic "Hyperloop" transport system on Monday, proposing to build a solar-powered network of crash-proof capsules that would whisk people from San Francisco to Los Angeles in half an hour. Another key factor for stock investors to watch CHICAGO (Reuters) - It's well known that small-company stocks have outperformed large-company stocks in terms of average annualized return since the 1920s, and bargain-priced stocks tend to... Around the Nation Players, Teams and Story Lines to Watch Examining some of the to players and intriguing story lines this season. Bayer's Nexavar gets priority review as thyroid cancer drug FRANKFURT (Reuters) - Bayer's cancer drug Nexavar was given priority review status by U.S. healthcare regulators for the oral drug's use against a difficult-to-treat type of thyroid cancer, the company said on Tuesday. Boston mayor reaches deal for Caesars casino at horse racetrack BOSTON, Aug 27 (Reuters) - Boston Mayor Thomas Menino reached a proposed deal with developers on Tuesday to build a $1 billion Caesars casino in the city's East Boston section that he said would... Knox won't return to Italy for new trial American Amanda Knox will not return to Italy for a retrial in the 2007 death of her British roommate, a spokesman for the Knox family said. UPDATE 2-LDK Solar says will miss debt payment; shares down * LDK's cash levels more than halve in 2nd qtr from 1st qtr Florida governor orders review of election laws after voting snafus TALLAHASSEE, Florida (Reuters) - Florida Governor Rick Scott ordered his top elections official on Wednesday to figure out what caused long lines at polling stations and delays in ballot counting in the battleground state on Election Day. What's for Dinner? A Cool Nioise Salad for Summers End With a basil and anchovy-lemon vinaigrette, this salad is intense and light at the same time. The Legend of Jadeveon Clowney The story of South Carolinas Jadeveon Clowney, known for his exploits from an early age, reflects the popularity and the hype of college football today. Ghosts beat minions as 'Conjuring' horror flick leads box office LOS ANGELES/NEW YORK, July 21 (Reuters) - The low-budget horror flick "The Conjuring" outran the "Despicable Me" minions and a racing snail named "Turbo" to win the weekend box office contest at U.S. and Canadian theaters, according to studio estimates on Sunday. Aisha Tyler feels like an outsider Actress and author Aisha Tyler tells George Stroumboulopoulos that she wants to be a voice for nerds and outsiders. DealBook Hunting for Luxury, Retail Giant Buys Saks Hudsons Bay Company announced that it had agreed to buy Saks Inc., one of the oldest and most revered names in luxury retailing, for $2.4 billion in cash, uniting it with Lord Taylor. Swiss parliamentary committee backs buying Gripen fighters ZURICH (Reuters) - A parliamentary committee has backed Switzerland's purchase of 22 Gripen fighter jets from Sweden's Saab , clearing a major hurdle for the $3.4 billion deal. UPDATE 2-Sony near buying Ericsson out of phone venture-WSJ * Sony and Ericsson decline to comment on reported talks 'Morning-after' pill limits blocked An Oklahoma judge Monday blocked a new state law that would make girls under 17 get a prescription before buying emergency contraception, a limit already dropped by federal regulators. Tiffany shares a little rich right now-Morningstar's Swinand August 27 - Morningstar's Paul Swinand says Tiffany's ability to raise prices and strength in China are good signs for the luxury jewelry maker- but explains why he has a hold on the stock. Bobbi Rebell reports. S. Korea's incredible flipping pitcher Actress and taekwondo expert Tae Mi threw an incredible first pitch at a baseball game in South Korea. Eliza Baker, Addison Holladay The bride is a vice president of Credit Suisse; the groom is a development project manager at Ironstate Development, a real estate developer. 25 great skyscrapers China may have just topped out on its new tallest building -- the 632-meter Shanghai Tower -- but if plans underway in Changsha come to fruition, that building will hold the title until only April 2014 when the country's 838-meter Sky City is completed. Hackers want your smartphone In the world of cyber security there are some well-known designations for anyone that considers him or herself to be a hacker, the term being so broad in scope now. Entergy focus under new CEO may shift to New York nuclear fight HOUSTON, Aug 27 (Reuters) - Entergy Corp's decision to shut its Vermont nuclear plant begins the final chapter in a battle with politicians seeking to close the station and may shift the firm's focus to the larger Indian Point nuclear plant in New York.

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