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News Feed Latest worldwide news Florence tomb opened in search for identity of Mona Lisa FLORENCE, Italy (Reuters) - Researchers opened a centuries-old Florence tomb on Friday in a search for remains that could confirm the identity of the woman whose enigmatic smile Leonardo da Vinci immortalized in the "Mona Lisa", one of the world's most famous paintings. 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. Kelly Michigan Not One of ND's 'Historic' Rivals The last scheduled Notre Dame-Michigan at the Big House is Saturday. It's a big game. It didn't need any more attention. 6 British soldiers accused of attacking NYPD cop Six British soldiers who have been charged with assaulting an off-duty New York City police officer are expected to appear in court this week, according to a police spokesman. The Boss Still Minding the Mill Bob Moore, founder and chief executive of Bobx2019;s Red Mill Natural Foods in Milwaukie, Ore. F1 season off to a racing start Ed Foster of Motor Sport Magazine previews the Formula One season with Amanda Davies. Syrians say US military strike too little, too late Sept. 2 - Syrians crossing the border into Turkey say U.S. efforts for a limited military strike come 'too little too late' Consumer Spending and Income Rose a Faint 0.1% in July As consumer spending drives two-thirds of the economy, the report tempered the optimism kindled by Thursdays 2.5 percent revision to second-quarter growth. State of the Art A Better Way to Bring Your Desktop to Your iPad The new Parallels Access app eases the compatibility obstacles between the tablet and a Mac or PC computer. Private equity firms in running for Spain's EVO Banco FT MADRID (Reuters) - U.S. private equity group Centerbridge and London-based Anacap are among the bidders in late-stage talks to buy one of Spain's smaller nationalized lenders, the Financial Times reported on Monday. Iran denies ex-president said Assad's forces used poison gas DUBAI, Sept 2 (Reuters) - Iran's foreign ministry on Monday denied reported comments by ex-president Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani accusing the Syrian government of using poison gas in the country's civil war, saying the remarks had been "distorted". The Cheaters Club Photos from the Amoralists production of the new play by Derek Ahonen. Meet the Rules of the Internet Hello! Welcome to the Internet. It's a big place, so let me show you around. COLUMN-Your kids should consider petroleum engineering Kemp LONDON, Sept 2 (Reuters) - Encouraged by some of the highest starting salaries available in any industry, record numbers of students are enrolling in petroleum engineering courses at U.S. universities. 'Second skin' revolutionizes shoes CNN's Nick Glass meets Paolo Manuzzi who explains how Vibram has revolutionized the shoe industry. Vodafone agrees to sell Verizon stake for $130 billion LONDON, Sept 2 (Reuters) - Vodafone agreed to sell its 45 percent stake in U.S. mobile operator Verizon Wireless to Verizon Communications for $130 billion, bringing an end to one of the longest running corporate standoffs with the world's third-largest deal. Autodesk forecasts disappointing third-quarter, shares fall (Reuters) - Autodesk Inc forecast third-quarter results below analysts' estimates as it anticipates lower demand for its computer-aided design (CAD) software used in construction, manufacturing and... Square Feet Sony Wants Pizzeria Out of Building in Midtown The dispute over Pizza da Solo follows the sale of the Sony Building, whose new owners have plans for a hotel-condominium tower. Straight Sets Hewitt Continues Run With Win Over Young Russian Lleyton Hewitt, ranked 66th, is in the fourth round of the United States Open for the first time since 2006. Secrets below tennis stars' feet CNN's Christina MacFarlane shows us how the French Open maintains its special surface. North Korea says called off envoy visit because of U.S. military drills SEOUL (Reuters) - North Korea said late on Saturday it withdrew an invitation for a U.S. envoy to visit the country to discuss the fate of a jailed American citizen because U.S. military drills on the peninsula made humanitarian dialogue impossible. The Jets Future Seems Haunted by Their Checkered Past The Geno Smith era had to begin like this. Despite a regime change, they are still confronting underlying issues, issues illuminated by this quarterback saga. Entergy Announces Closing of Vermont Nuclear Plant The company just won a long legal fight to keep the Vermont Yankee reactor open, but now says it will decommission the plant late next year. Watch Tuesday's Show! September 3, 2013 Summer movie guide Top 20 picks This year's summer movie season is all about asking "What if?" While Radwanska Is Upset, Djokovic Cruises Agnieszka Radwanska became the highest-seeded player, on the mens or womens side, to lose thus far, while Novak Djokovic won his match in straight sets. Labor Day A list of abbreviated schedules and closings in observance of the holiday. Barclays may launch cash call on anniversary of U.S. Lehman deal LONDON, Sept 2 (Reuters) - Barclays Plc is set to launch its 5.8 billion pound ($9 billion) rights issue in two weeks, possibly on the fifth anniversary of its takeover of the U.S. operations of... Superman flies in southern California July 3 - A start-up company in California creates life-sized remote controlled superheroes that soar through the air. Elly Park reports. Economic View A Carbon Tax That America Could Live With A carbon fee would be a less invasive way than regulation to change peoples behavior and reduce carbon emissions. And it could be designed in a politically palatable way, an economist says. Limits put on how long U.S. Naval midshipman in rape case must testify (Reuters) - The military officer presiding at a hearing on accusations by a U.S. Naval Academy midshipman that she was raped by three academy football players agreed on Sunday to limit the amount of testimony she must give, after her lawyers complained she was exhausted. Op-Ed Contributor Jailed for Journalism Liberia doesnt deserve its reputation for press freedom. Soccer hero's goal Korea United "My number one hope is for North and South Korea to become united," says soccer star Ryang Yong-Gi. "It will contribute to the development of the country in many ways ... it will open up new possibilities beyond soccer and sports." South Korea unfolds future of urban driving Sept. 2 - South Korean researchers have developed an electric car that folds in half for easy parking. Called the 'Armadillo-T', the prototype vehicle is designed for commuters in busy urban areas. Rob Muir has more. Movie Review Satyagraha, a Bollywood Tale About Fighting Corruption In Satyagraha, a movement arises over corruption and efforts to combat it in an Indian town. Jeter Leads Yankees to 9-1 Rout of White Sox Derek Jeter ended a slump with two hits and two RBIs, Alex Rodriguez reached base twice in an eight-run fourth inning and the New York Yankees battered the Chicago White Sox 9-1 on Monday in a game interrupted nearly two hours by rain. International Real Estate House Hunting on ... Grand Cayman Island The market in Grand Cayman, the largest and liveliest of the three-island archipelago known as the Cayman Islands, remains tilted much in favor of buyers, as one broker put it. Arrests of 3 Mayors Reinforce Floridas Notoriety as a Hothouse for Corruption In a state that led the nation in convictions of public officials last decade, the leaders of Homestead, Sweetwater and Miami Lakes were apprehended within a month. Dance Review Jin Won at La MaMas Drive East Festival A South Korean dancer performs a classic Indian form at the South Asian festival at La MaMa. WRAPUP 1-Verizon and Vodafone agree $130 bln Verizon Wireless deal * Ends decade-long stand-off between Verizon and Vodafone

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