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News Feed Latest worldwide news China state sector a honey pot for corrupt officials * Focus on engineering, procurement and construction contracts Study Sees a Higher Risk of Storms on the Horizon Rising temperatures and the atmospheric changes they spawn are most likely to generate more severe-weather days in the eastern and central parts of the nation by midcentury, scientists concluded. Euro Tour denies U.S. takeover The chief executive of golf's European Tour has dismissed reports the organization could be bought out by its American counterpart the PGA Tour. Global Soccer There Is Much More to Soccer Than Statistics Numbers have their uses, but they cannot indicate what is going on between mind, body and soul. They cannot (yet) give a reading on creative imagination. India's obsession with lighter skin In India, many women are obsessed with lightening their skin. CNN writer Moni Basu recalls her own family's pressures to not get "too dark." Fantasy Football Week 4 Matchup Breakdown Robert Griffin III is on the verge of breaking out, and that could happen as soon as this weekend against a struggling Oakland secondary. CEO clueless till food stamp diet Panera CEO Ron Shaich thought he knew a thing or two about hunger until he lived for a week eating food that was affordable on food stamps. Marriott's new luxury brand CNN's Richard Quest talks to Arne Sorenson, CEO of Marriott International, about the chain's new luxury hotels. 'Dufnering' back in style CNN's Rachel Nichols talks to Jason Dufner after his first major title at the 2013 PGA Championship. When terrorists tweet their deadly acts The group that mounted the Kenya operation used Twitter to announce it was responsible, while carrying out a bloody massacre. Terrorism has always been about theater, but use of social media takes it further, writes Peter Bergen. Italy president reprimands Berlusconi party over resignation threat ROME (Reuters) - Italian President Giorgio Napolitano issued a severe rebuke on Thursday to Silvio Berlusconi and ruled out taking any action to stop his conviction for tax fraud after allies threatened to walk out of parliament over his legal problems. Five texts you should never send We're texting more than ever, and, like society, the texts themselves are getting worse and worse. Read on to learn just how terrible silent cell phone users are these days. Trailer Hers to Lose Christine C. Quinn, the longtime front-runner in the New York City mayoral race, lost in the 2013 Democratic primary. This behind-the-scenes documentary captures the final month of her campaign. RPT-Larry Ellison glows under shine of America's Cup SAN FRANCISCO, Sept 25 (Reuters) - For Larry Ellison, the only thing better than winning the America's Cup is winning it against all odds. Brazil blaze sparks panic Sept. 26 - Fire crews tackle major blaze at a fertiliser plant in southern Brazil. Paul Chapman reports. Scientists present moon rotation in full lunar glory Sept. 19 - Using data captured by a NASA satellite in orbit around the moon, scientists have created a stunning movie mosaic showing a full rotation of the moon during a lunar month. Rob Muir reports. India Ink Image of the Day Sept. 26 According to a recent report by the local authorities in New Delhi, cases of dengue fever are on a rise in the city. Women's Hoops Summit Garners Ideas to Improve Game The NCAA brought in women's basketball's past and present to help shape the sport's future. House Republicans shift Obamacare to U.S. debt limit fight WASHINGTON (Reuters) - House of Representatives Speaker John Boehner said on Thursday he believes lawmakers will avert a government shutdown, though he said Republicans will demand other concessions before agreeing to keep the government funded. 49% in Poll Fault Obama on Policies Outside U.S. About half of Americans disapprove of the way President Obama is handling foreign policy, according to the latest New York Times/CBS News poll. Kenya widens mall attack probe, alert for UK 'White Widow' NAIROBI (Reuters) - Interpol issued a wanted persons alert at Kenya's request on Thursday for a British woman who has been cited by British police as a possible suspect in the attack on a Nairobi shopping mall that killed at least 72 people. MA flat so far this year, even with mammoth Verizon deal NEW YORK (Reuters) - Dealmaking around the world was basically flat over the first nine months of the year, a disappointing level given the $130 billion Verizon Communications Inc transaction that bolstered mergers and acquisition volumes in the third quarter. Report Hannah's family tortured Ankles bound, mouth covered with tape, Christina Anderson -- mother of Hannah Anderson -- was bashed in the head at least 12 times, an autopsy says. Her 8-year-old son Ethan's body was burned beyond recognition. Plans for Jackie Chan theme park Jackie Chan is giving fans in China a new way to get personal with the Hong Kong-born kung fu superstar. Dance Review L.A. Dance Project Opens Season in Lyon, France A small ensemble from Benjamin Millepieds L.A. Dance Project performed an evening of recent works at the Maison de la Danse in Lyon, France. Twitter to broadcast NFL video clips as part of new ad program (Reuters) - Twitter said on Wednesday it would carry instant-replay footage from National Football League games as part of a new advertising partnership that could boost the social media company's revenue before its highly anticipated initial public offering. Stance on Peace Talks Suggests Syria and West Differ on Tactics In an interview in Damascus, Syrias deputy foreign minister, Fayssal Mekdad, exuded confidence as he dismissed the Western-backed opposition as having little influence on the ground. Biology Decoy Protein Boosts Bone Growth Mice with dwarfism characteristics, caused by a gene mutation, resumed normal bone growth after injection of a decoy protein. Books of The Times Debora L. Spars Wonder Women, on Chasing Perfection Debora L. Spars Wonder Women joins the public conversation about womens success and the work-life balance. FBI releases video of 'delusional' Navy Yard shooter WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The FBI released surveillance video and photos of Navy Yard shooter Aaron Alexis on Wednesday and said he believed electromagnetic waves had been controlling him for months before the rampage that killed 12 people. U.S. senator presses EPA on biofuel market volatility WASHINGTON (Reuters) - A U.S. senator is pressing the Environmental Protection Agency to release more information on the market used to trade biofuel credits, known as RINs, after suggestions of manipulation by Wall Street banks. Your Money Adviser Relief From Student Loan Debt for Public Service Workers The federal government is trying to encourage more participation in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program, which has been underused. UPDATE 1-US approves Mylan's purchase of Strides unit, with conditions WASHINGTON, Sept 26 (Reuters) - Generic drugmaker Mylan Inc has won U.S. antitrust approval to buy Agila, a unit of India's Strides Arcolab Ltd, subject to divesting some products, the Federal Trade Commission said on Thursday. RPT-UPDATE 1-Australia says 47 coal-gas projects need environment assessments CANBERRA, Sept 26 (Reuters) - Australia's new government has ordered 47 major coal and coal seam gas projects to seek national environmental approval, including the controversial Kevin's Corner project proposed by the country's richest person Gina Rinehart. Taking food from poor cruel Donna Brazile says Americans are known to lend a hand to those who are in trouble. Food stamp cuts just kick people when they're down. Bubba on shaping shots Defending Masters champion Bubba Watson talks family, Golf Boys, that playoff and shows us how he shapes those shots. Can Tiger win 15th? Shane O'Donoghue previews the PGA Championship and discusses Tiger Wood's elusive 15th major. Who owns $2M check found in Madrid? It's a check for $2 million, issued to a man with a California driver's license. And it was found in a subway car in Madrid, police say. Oxford Analytica Day One Highlights Sept. 20 - Highlights of Day One at the 30th Oxford Analytica Global Horizons conference, which brings together leading experts from the world's of business, government and international organisations. With Tastes Growing Healthier, McDonalds Aims to Adapt Its Menu The fast-food chain said it would increase its offerings of fruits and vegetables and promote more nutritional options to children.

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