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News Feed Latest worldwide news Washington Memo In Syria Decision, Obama Looks to an Old Opponent Congress By asking Congress for authorization to retaliate against Syria, President Obama has put himself at the mercy of an institution that has bedeviled his presidency for years. Theme parks lose to video games With competition from video games and the Internet, theme parks are seeing reduced visits from teens. Arab states urge action against Syrian government CAIRO (Reuters) - Arab states on Sunday urged the international community to take action against the Syrian government over a chemical gas attack that killed hundreds of civilians. Gap raises profit forecast, dividend (Reuters) - Gap Inc on Thursday reported a higher second-quarter profit, helped by the sales gains at its namesake and Old Navy chains and online, leading the clothing retailer to raise its full year... Silver Lining in Chinas Smog as It Puts Focus on Emissions A plan would swiftly limit the carbon dioxide China produces from fossil fuels, which constitute over a quarter of the worlds total such emissions. Rain Delays Play at Deutsche Bank Championship Heavy rain on Sunday caused the suspension of play at the Deutsche Bank Championship and led organizers to restructure the third round of the competition. Microsoft gives ValueAct president option to join board Aug 30 (Reuters) - Microsoft Corp said it signed an agreement with ValueAct Capital Management LP that provides the activist shareholder's president Mason Morfit an option to join Microsoft's board after the technology company's annual shareholder meeting. Kerry Casts Obamas Syria Decision as Courageous Secretary of State John Kerry defended President Obamas plan to delay military action and cited evidence that the neurotoxin sarin was used in an attack last month. Summers U.S. economy best in 15 years May 16 - Former U.S. Treasury Secretary Larry Summers says he feels good about the economy after several rough patches. He also says theres a global shift on austerity. Nov. 25 trial date set for U.S. challenge to AMR/US Airways merger WASHINGTON, Aug 30 (Reuters) - A federal judge on Friday set a tentative Nov. 25 trial date in the U.S. government challenge to an American Airlines merger with U.S. Airways . Latvians race milk carton boats August 27 - The Milk Carton Boat Race features dozens of extravagant and colorful boats made of milk containers competing in the waters of the Lielupe River in central Latvia. Elly Park reports. Morgan Spurlock Follows One Direction on Tour Morgan Spurlock, known for skewering corporations with documentaries like Super Size Me, branches out with a look at the Pepsi-sponsored, TV-manufactured group One Direction. UPDATE 2-Tessenderlo profit warning sends shares to 20-year low * Expects core profit in 2013 to be 20 pct below last year Real's Bale bid 'lacks respect' Gareth Bale's imminent transfer to Real Madrid for a reported world-record fee has been criticized by Barcelona coach Gerardo Martino. Boyd's 5 TDs Lead No. 8 Clemson to 38-35 Win As far as Tajh Boyd is concerned, Clemson's victory against Georgia wasn't a statement as much as a step toward much greater goals. Charleroi player seeks damages over "fat as a pig" insult BRUSSELS (Reuters) - A soccer player in Belgium has demanded a public apology and damages from a television commentator who described him as being "fat as a pig". Radiation Near Japanese Plants Tanks Suggests New Leaks The crisis over tons of contaminated water at the plant, crippled two years ago by an earthquake and tsunami, has worsened. Advertising A View of Whats Missing From the Classroom A campaign about school absenteeism is the latest collaboration on education by the Ad Council and the United States Army. Verizon, Vodafone boards set to vote on $130 billion wireless deal NEW YORK (Reuters) - The boards of Verizon Communications and Vodafone Group Plc are expected to vote this weekend on a $130 billion deal, funded by about $65 billion of debt, to give the U.S. telecom giant complete ownership of Verizon Wireless, people familiar with the matter said on Saturday. Dining Review | Long Island A Review of Parkside Caf, in Seaford The Parkside Caf has bounced back from hurricane flooding, offering diners a lovely canal view and a new chef. Well Waiting to Hear From the Doctor My wife reminded me that when one of my patients calls, concerned that they have leukemia, that I always reassure them that the test was probably wrong. Then she asked, Why cant you follow your own advice? This Life Just One Big, Happy Family? For some, a yearly get-together with relatives is a fantasy of togetherness, mutual support and love. For others, its a particular kind of hell. Snedeker's bone disease battle World no. 7 Brandt Snedeker targets strong finish to 2013 after fighting back from a bone disease. Deadly Kenyan Crash Underscores Traffic Safety Woes A passenger bus flipped over along the curve of one of Kenyas notoriously dangerous roads, shearing off the roof and leaving 41 people dead. UPDATE 1-'One Direction' edges 'Butler', sings its way to box office win LOS ANGELES/NEW YORK, Sept 1 (Reuters) - Concert film "One Direction This is Us," a Sony Pictures/TriStar release featuring the red-hot British boy band One Direction, won the weekend box office race with ticket sales of $17 million, edging the civil rights drama "Lee Daniels' The Butler" which had been the top film for the past two weeks. Critics Notebook Troy Schumacher and BalletCollective Open Eyes Two seriously experimental pieces by Troy Schumacher and BalletCollective were the real discoveries at the Ballet v6.0 festival at the Joyce Theater. 3 killed in Egyptian clashes, state TV says Three people were killed and 60 others were injured in clashes amid protests in Egypt on Friday, Egyptian state TV reported, citing the health ministry. China Investigates Head of Supervisory Commission Authorities announced Sunday an investigation into the head of a commission that oversees the China's state-owned companies, in the country's latest high-profile corruption case. Verizon board to vote Monday on Vodafone deal - sources LONDON/NEW YORK, Sept 1 (Reuters) - The board of Verizon Communication will meet on Monday to vote on a $130 billion deal to buy out Vodafone from its joint venture, meaning a full announcement could come after the London market close, sources said. Dubai's ENOC loses deal to fuel U.S. military jets DUBAI, Sept 1 (Reuters) - The U.S. military has not renewed its contract to buy jet fuel from Emirates National Oil Company (ENOC) in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) because other suppliers made cheaper bids, the U.S. Department of Defense said. Recipes for Health Salmon and Cucumber Tartare With Wasabi Sauce A delicious fish dish that can be either an appetizer or a light supper. GMO corn failing to protect fields from pest damage report (Reuters) - Researchers in the key corn-growing state of Illinois are finding significant damage from rootworms in farm fields planted in a rotation with a genetically modified corn that is supposed to protect the crop from the pests, according to a new report. Saudi Arabia Promises to Aid Egypts Regime As Europeans and the United States considered cutting cash aid to Egypt, Saudi Arabia said that it and its allies would make up any reduction and vowed continued support. Fiorentina Continue Impressive Start to Season Mario Gomez scored his first Serie A goals and Giuseppe Rossi made it three for the season as Fiorentina continued their impressive start by beating Genoa 5-2 on Sunday. Pogue's Posts Use the Airlines App, and Other Tips for Flying Efficiency With a few tech tricks, you can make flying a pleasant experience (almost). Neighborhood Joint | Montauk At Montauk Brewing Company, Brews Are Served Year-Round At the Montauk Brewing Company, the idea was never to wow city fashionistas; the business was always about the home brews of its three locally grown founders. Verizon nears $130 bln wireless deal, to finance about $65 bln-sources Aug 31 (Reuters) - Verizon Communications is near a $130 billion deal to buy out the 45 percent stake in Verizon Wireless it does not already own from Vodafone Group Plc and plans to raise about $65... Letters Atoms Everywhere (1 Letter) Letter to the editor. Western states ask Pentagon, Canada for help battling wildfires Aug. 23 - Wildfires near Yosemite National Park, one of 50 wildfires throughout the Western states causing fire officials to request help from the military and Canada. Mana Rabiee reports. Japan government abandons hands-off approach to Fukushima clean-up TOKYO (Reuters) - Japan's government is moving to take a more direct role in the clean-up of the wrecked Fukushima nuclear plant, as concerns grow over the ability of embattled operator Tokyo Electric to handle the legacy of the worst atomic disaster in a quarter century.

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