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News Feed Latest worldwide news Mubarak back in court over 2011 protests Deposed Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak's retrial resumes on charges involving the killing of hundreds of protesters during the 2011 uprising. Square Feet Someday Worth Billions, but Now, They Need a Desk As tech start-ups push demand for office space in San Francisco, RocketSpace is responding with long tables, Internet access and rules against getting too big. On Football Rules Trickle Down; Money in Settlement Wont The N.F.L. effectively sets the policies for youth football players, an invisible constituency that will see no compensation from Thursdays settlement over head injuries. U.S.-Russian Ties Still Fall Short of Reset Goal Much fanfare surrounded American efforts to reset relations with Russia, but the two countries are now very far apart on issues like intervention in Syria. No U.S. Men in Final 16 Is a First at Open Tim Smyczek, ranked 109th, was the last American man to fall at this years United States Open. For the first time in the tournaments history, no American man advanced to the Round of 16. T Magazine Food Matters | Where Cold-Pressed Juice and Raw Food Are Art Forms Amanda Chantal Bacon, who is about to open a second location of her cult Los Angeles shop Moon Juice, brings a chefs touch to her cold-pressed concoctions. Thai Protester Killed at Blockade One protester was shot and killed and another seriously wounded in southern Thailand at the site of a blockade by farmers protesting a fall in rubber prices. Rookie Marquez makes MotoGP history Marc Marquez continues his stunning debut season in motorcycling's elite class when he becomes the first MotoGP rookie to win five races with victory in Sunday's Czech Grand Prix. More join ranks as human shields in Syria Sept. 2 - Syrians take up positions as human shields at potential targets. Deborah Lutterbeck reports. Heartbreak for Hewitt as Youzhny wins U.S. Open thriller NEW YORK (Reuters) - Russia's Mikhail Youzhny ended Lleyton Hewitt's magical run at the U.S. Open on Tuesday and advanced to the quarter-finals with a 6-3 3-6 6-7(3) 6-4 7-5 victory over the Australian veteran. The toughest shot in golf? Living Golf takes a a look at the iconic 17th hole with its island green. Kids can get 3- or 4-strain flu vaccine pediatricians NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - With a new version of the flu vaccine that protects against four virus strains coming out this fall, in addition to the usual three-strain formula, the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommends that kids should get either one. Dot Earth Blog Papers Find Mixed Impacts on Ocean Species from Rising CO2 A new collection of scientific papers provide fresh insights on how the ecology of the oceans is being affected by the global buildup of carbon dioxide released by human activities. Escaping New Orleans' mean streets Nearly 30 years ago, Lisa Fitzpatrick was the target of a gang initiation. Restaurants Opening Soon in New York Familiar names take on new roles and some old favorite spots reopen after refurbishing. What We Eat Building a Better Mass-Market Tomato Plant geneticists say a project to develop tastier mass-produced tomatoes is just one step in pushing Americans toward more healthy eating. After 1-Year-Old Is Killed, Father Is Silent About Suspects Anthony Hennis, 22, who was pushing his son in a stroller in Brooklyn on Sunday when a bullet ended the boys life, may have been the intended target. But hes not answering questions, the police said. Novartis says EU approves Ilaris to treat childhood arthritis ZURICH (Reuters) - Novartis said on Tuesday its arthritis drug Ilaris was approved in the European Union to treat children aged two years and older. Japanese scientists see end to animal testing with artificial cornea Sep. 1 - Japanese scientists say they have developed an artificial cornea to replace live animals in the testing of new cosmetics. Animal testing is banned in Europe but is still legal in Japan and the United States. The researchers believe their cornea could help end the practice completely. Tara Cleary reports. Critics Notebook Bunheads Is Gone; Breaking Pointe Endures When it comes to dance on television, maybe the best move is to reach for the remote. Champions League A Sheep Is Saved, and Celtic Wins Glasgow Celtic overcame a 2-0 deficit from the first leg to advance to the Champions League group stage after beating Shakhter Karagandy on Wednesday. UPDATE 2-Verizon to roadshow potential record bond issue next week NEW YORK/LONDON, Sept 3 (IFR/LPC) - Verizon Communications could steal the record from Apple for the biggest bond issue ever to hit the global markets in coming weeks, as it begins the process of... Shock Federer Loss Dashes First Nadal Meeting Roger Federer suffered a shock loss to Tommy Robredo at the U.S. Open on Monday, ruining the prospect of meeting Rafa Nadal at the only grand slam where the two greats have never played each other. Why the Indian protests were not a surprise Nov. 14 - Tulsi Tanti, the chairman and managing director of Suzlon Energy, sits down with Chrystia Freeland to discuss the Anna Hazare movement in India, and why protests like this are not surprising in emerging economies. Electric hemp scooter aims high as eco alternative Aug. 30 - According to its Dutch developers, an electric scooter made entirely from natural materials, including around 80 percent hemp, offers a sustainable alternative to fossil fuel power. The Be.e scooter has enough power on a single charge to travel for 80 km at speeds of up to 25 km/h - ideal for fast and flexible city travel. Matthew Stock reports. UPDATE 1-One in four U.S. heart disease deaths could be prevented, CDC says CHICAGO, Sept 3 (Reuters) - About one in four U.S. deaths from heart disease could be avoided with better prevention efforts and treatment, according to a first-of-its-kind report from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention released on Tuesday. What We Eat Building a Better Mass-Market Tomato Plant geneticists say a project to develop tastier mass-produced tomatoes is just one step in pushing Americans toward more healthy eating. Stenson Wins Deutsche Bank Championship Sweden's Henrik Stenson won the Deutsche Bank Championship by two shots with a five-under-par round of 66, leaving him with a tournament record-tying total of 22-under 262 at the TPC Boston on Monday. Gamers shrug at Nintendo 2DS console Announcement of a Nintendo 2DS handheld console is causing a collective "eh" among fans of the pioneering gaming company. Real Madrid don't do austerity Even in tough economic times, Real Madrid doesn't do austerity. Gareth Bale's signing is yet another example. But do its fans care? 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. Pals Suicidal boy was bullied A 15-year-old Connecticut boy who shot and killed himself last week with the family shotgun had sustained years of bullying, friends said Monday. Novartis says EU approves Ilaris to treat childhood arthritis ZURICH (Reuters) - Novartis said on Tuesday its arthritis drug Ilaris was approved in the European Union to treat children aged two years and older. Better flu vaccine on the horizon Each year up to 49,000 people in the United States die from the flu and its complications. Clearly, we need new improved influenza vaccines to provide an even a better level of protection, this expert says. Critics Notebook The Flag, on CNN, Examines a Lingering Mystery The Flag, a CNN film about Sept. 11, does more than simply retell a familiar story or push the obvious buttons. ArtsBeat Seamus Heaneys Journey Into the Wideness of Language In addition to his own poetry, Mr. Heaney, who died on Friday, was acclaimed for his translations, including his version of Beowulf. Ficken Is Kickin' Em Through for Penn State Sam Ficken, Mr. Reliable. Seriously. The most expensive education in America - Felix TV The Poway school district in San Diego County, Calif., is investing $105 million in education. But the final cost will actually be much more. Museum and Gallery Listings for Aug. 30-Sept. 5 A critical guide to the visual arts in New York and the region. Gamers shrug at Nintendo 2DS console Announcement of a Nintendo 2DS handheld console is causing a collective "eh" among fans of the pioneering gaming company.

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