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News Feed Latest worldwide news Rose's turn for a low score in Boston Phil Mickelson hit a 63 at the Deutsche Bank Championship in the first round. On Saturday it was Justin Rose's turn. But the Englishman still trails Sergia Garcia. Who checks travel warnings? Governments often use official alerts to highlight travel risks. But how many travelers really pay attention? Syrian crisis Latest developments Here are the latest developments for Sunday, a day after U.S. President Barack Obama said the United States "should take military action against Syrian targets" over its alleged use of chemical weapons, ad said he will seek congressional authorization for the move. Firefighters gain an edge on wildfire in Yosemite National Park Sept 2 (Reuters) - Firefighters in California gained ground on Monday against a massive wildfire burning part of Yosemite National Park, although complete containment may be weeks away, officials... Mexico arrests cartel boss 'Ugly Betty' The suspected leader of Mexico's New Juarez Cartel has been arrested, the state-run Notimex news agency reported Sunday, the latest in a series of high-profile drug arrests. Dining Review | Connecticut A Review of Grants, in West Hartford Grants now offers a number of overlapping menus lunch, brunch, tavern, happy hour and dinner and a visitor may spend some time figuring out what can be eaten and when. WRAPUP 5-Scornful Syria hails "historic American retreat" as Obama hesitates * Israeli official says Israel fears Obama hesitation on Iran 'Golden Bear' on tennis love Pat Cash meets golfing great Jack Nicklaus who explains why the golf swing is very similar to the basics of tennis. Square Feet Across China, Skyscrapers Brush the Heavens China is home to 60 of the worlds 100 tallest buildings now under construction, but the scale and speed of the projects have caused concern. Family comes first for risk-averse fund managers LONDON (Reuters) - Investors seeking less volatile returns from their stock portfolios are turning their attention to family-owned firms that play for pride as well as profit. Obama may need Republican help if picks Summers for Fed WASHINGTON (Reuters) - President Barack Obama will likely have to contend with Democratic defections and bring some Republicans on board to support Lawrence Summers if he chooses the controversial... 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? Fed should cut back on mortgage buys in September, Lacker says NEWPORT NEWS, Virginia (Reuters) - The U.S. Federal Reserve should begin reducing purchases of mortgage bonds, part of its monetary stimulus program, at its meeting next month, Richmond Fed President... Currents | Furniture The Scandinavian Way A Norwegian trio designs their first product a chair called Oslo. Bryan brothers win Wimbledon Men's Wimbledon doubles champions, the brothers Bryan, discuss their victory with CNN's Amanda Davies. How to Charge $546 for Six Liters of Saltwater The tale of the IV bag shows how secrecy helps keep health care prices high at every step from manufacturer to patient, there are confidential deals that obscure prices and profits. Small-Business Guide Fearing Obsolescence, a Company Charts Its Reinvention When a Web marketing and communications company discovered its hardware system was out-of-date, it set out on the giant and ultimately successful task of remaking the company. A Bet on the Environment The company Mosaic functions as an online renewable energy bank, soliciting investments for solar projects and making loans for them. India Ink Delhi Gang Rape Accused Gets Three Years The youngest accused in the Delhi gang rape case was sentenced to three years on Saturday by a juvenile court in New Delhi. Theater Review Still Jewish After All These Years Stars Avi Hoffman In Still Jewish After All These Years, at Stage 72, Avi Hoffman offers songs and life lessons from decades in the Yiddish theater. Relief, but Disappointment, for Plaintiffs in N.F.L. Case One day after the announcement of a $765 million settlement in a concussion lawsuit, some former players and their families expressed mixed feelings. On the Runway Blog Maria Pinto Makes Another Run Maria Pinto, the Chicago designer made famous by her longtime client Michelle Obama, is starting a new business this week. Syrians Thrown Off Balance by Obamas Decision The delay in an expected missile strikes left Syria struggling to return to normalcy, with the military and rebels still bracing and everyone uncertain whether an attack would happen at all. Real Madrid doesn't do austerity While recession-hit Spain continues to wrestle with the financial crisis, football giants Real Madrid has spent big again by making Gareth Bale one of the most expensive football players. Shell-shock Maine lobsterman finds two-tone crustacean BOWDOINHAM, Maine (Reuters) - It's not quite winning the lottery, but the odds are about as remote A lobsterman off the coast of Maine recently hauled in an almost perfectly two-toned lobster - half orange, half brown. Well Share Your Breast Cancer Stories If you live with breast cancer, love someone with breast cancer or worry about your risk for breast cancer, we want to hear from you. Tidemark raises $13 million for cloud-based analytics SAN FRANCISCO (Reuters) - Tidemark said Thursday it has raised $13 million in venture backing for its cloud-based analytics services, boosting the startup's efforts to challenge enterprise giants in... RPT-After $130 bln deal, Colao says 'super committed' to Vodafone's next chapter LONDON, Sept 2 (Reuters) - Vodafone Chief Executive Vittorio Colao said on Monday he was committed to the next stage in the mobile operator's history after pulling off the $130 billion sale of the group's stake in U.S. operator Verizon Wireless. Beautiful Congo, wondrous wildlife Congo has a reputation for violence, but this beautiful country can be the breadbasket of Africa, and an economic powerhouse, says one campaigner. New Issue-America Movil prices multi tranche deal Underlying govt bond Over Mid-swaps, equivalent to 437.5bp 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. Michigan Signs Beilein Through '18-19 Fresh off the first Final Four appearance of his career, Michigan coach John Beilein has a new contract. Dance Review Olivier Weverss Whim WHim Tweaks Conventions at the Joyce Whim WHim, a small Seattle troupe, brings a program of three works to the Ballet v6.0 festival at the Joyce. Singer Fergie, actor Josh Duhamel welcome first child together LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - Fergie, the singer of pop-rap group the Black Eyed Peas, has given birth to a boy in Los Angeles on Thursday, a representative for her actor-husband Josh Duhamel said. China's villages fight to survive Wandering through this remote village nestled among ancient forests and bamboo groves in China's poorest province, it's easy to imagine that life here has changed little over the centuries. Real Estate on Grand Cayman Island The market in Grand Cayman, the largest of the three-island archipelago known as the Cayman Islands, remains tilted much in favor of buyers. Suicide bombing kills 6 near Afghanistan bank Six people died Saturday in a suicide bomb attack in front of a bank in southern Afghanistan, the Kandahar provincial governor's office said. UPDATE 2-Sony near buying Ericsson out of phone venture-WSJ * Sony and Ericsson decline to comment on reported talks President Seeks to Rally Support for Syria Strike The Obama administration began a full-press campaign for Congressional approval of its plan to carry out a punitive strike against the Syrian government. Side Street United Behind a Sons American Dream, No Matter the Consequences As Marco Saavedra, who was brought to the United States as a toddler, seeks to change immigration law, his parents, despite their own unauthorized status, are supporting him.

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