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News Feed Latest worldwide news Where are Egypt's missing protesters? CNN's Karl Penhaul reports on those who have gone missing during Egypt's unrest. Ackermann feared suicide would thwart Zurich performance drive * Ackermann felt CFO death crimped his ability to push for change Fandango Acquires a Rival in Movie Tickets The online ticket seller bought the company that runs Hollywood Movie Money, which helps studios promote DVD and Blu-ray releases with free tickets. UPDATE 3-Russia escalates dispute with Belarus after CEO's arrest * CEO's arrest after collapse of potash cartel angers Moscow Houston Avoids Sweep With 2-0 Win Over Seattle Rookie Brett Oberholtzer pitched a four-hitter and Jason Castro hit an RBI double in the eighth inning, lifting the Houston Astros to a 2-0 win over the Seattle Mariners on Sunday. Economix Blog Winning the Lottery, but Keeping Your Job Two-thirds of Americans say they would continue working even if they won $10 million in the lottery, a Gallup survey finds. FSA says decision to delay military action could create further problems Sept. 1 - Free Syrian Army says decision by US to delay military intervention pending Congressional vote could allow Syrian government more time to prepare for retaliation. Julie Noce reports. A Good Appetite Getting a Doubter to Dip Into Eggplant Velvety, smoky dip with a tangy bite has seduced many an eggplant-hating guest. Environmentalists hit Shell at F1 race Activists protesting against Arctic oil drilling infiltrated a Formula One race in Belgium Sunday, but the off-track incident did not stop Sebastian Vettel's march towards a fourth successive world title. David Frost, Who Interviewed Nixon, Is Dead at 74 A longtime broadcaster, Mr. Frost was best known for incisive interviews with public figures, including talks with former President Richard M. Nixon, which he called the highlight of his career. Intermittent Nature of Green Power Is Challenge for Utilities When a Vermont wind farm was required to cut back generation, the episode prompted a larger debate about the alternative energys place in the nations power supply. Warming helps crop pests spread north, south study OSLO (Reuters) - Crop-damaging pests are moving towards the poles at a rate of more than 25 km (16 miles) a decade, aided by global warming and human transport, posing a potential threat to world food security, a study showed on Sunday. Garcia Grabs the Lead in Boston Sergio Garcia opened with five birdies in seven holes, closed with an eagle, and wound up as the guy everyone was chasing Saturday at the Deutsche Bank Championship. Electronic Music Festival Is Canceled After 2 Deaths The Electric Zoo event on Randalls Island was shut down hours before its third day after two concertgoers died and four others fell ill. The police said the deaths were consistent with drug use. 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. How transparent was Bo trial? Amid the swirl of claims and counter-claims involving sex, lies, and witness videotapes, one of the most intriguing aspects of Bo Xilai's so-called "trial of the century" in China has been the live micro-blogging of proceedings from the courthouse. Thousands rally in Romania against gold mine BUCHAREST, Sept 1 (Reuters) - Thousands of Romanians across the country rallied late on Sunday to protest against the leftist government's support for a plan to open Europe's biggest open-cast gold mine in the small Carpathian town of Rosia Montana. 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". Chavez's Hit Gives D-Backs 4-3 Win Over Giants Eric Chavez hit the first pitch he saw in the ninth inning for a run-scoring single, sending the Arizona Diamondbacks to another walk-off victory, 4-3 over the San Francisco Giants on Saturday night. Bayern Munich drawn with Manchester City European Champions League holders Bayern Munich are paired with English side Manchester City in the group stages of the continent's most prestigious club competition while Barcelona and AC Milan are drawn together. 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. Verizon, Vodafone to announce $130 billion U.S. deal on Monday NEW YORK/LONDON (Reuters) - Verizon Communications and Vodafone plan to announce a $130 billion deal on Monday that will give the U.S. telecom giant complete control of Verizon Wireless, subject to... Europe crushes U.S. to retain Solheim Cup Europe win the Solheim Cup on American soil for the first time after a record 18-10 victory over their U.S. rivals at the Colorado Golf Club. Microsoft shares head up as Ballmer heads out Aug 23 - Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer's announcement that he will retire within the next year did something for the stock not often seen - a pop. Conway G. Gittens reports. Number of Jobless People Declines Slightly in Europe The employment figures, along with declining inflation and improved confidence in the economy, was taken as evidence that the worst of the downturn was probably over. How CNN produced 'The City' From Rio to Johannesburg, take a look at how CNN produced its latest special theme week,"The City". Interviewing five mayors in five cities over five days, here's what the production team got up to. The Top Floor? Youre All Invited With sales and rental activity strong, some developers find more value in top-floor amenities than penthouses. Married gay couples win U.S. marriage tax benefits nationwide WASHINGTON (Reuters) - All legally wed gay couples, no matter which state they live in, are entitled to the same U.S. federal tax benefits as married heterosexual couples, the Obama administration... Bites Restaurant Report Meat Mission in London Munching through this burger spots menu is indeed a mission of meat, one that channels Londons current culinary infatuation. Verizon in talks to buy out Vodafone stake sources LONDON/NEW YORK (Reuters) - Verizon Communications is close to buying the remaining stake in Verizon Wireless from Vodafone Group PLC it does not own for potentially $130 billion, according to people familiar with the talks, in what could be the third-biggest deal of all time. Family Knox not going back to Italy American Amanda Knox will not return to Italy for a retrial in the 2007 death of her British roommate, a spokesman for the Knox family said. Slovenia seeks financial advisers for Telekom sale LJUBLJANA, Aug 30 (Reuters) - Slovenia is seeking a financial adviser to help on the sale of its stake in telecoms operator Telekom, as the country attempts to avoid an international bailout. T Magazine Q. A. | The Teenage Singing Sensation Lorde on Overnight Stardom The precocious 16-year-old New Zealander talks about sudden success, why her first time in New York felt like coming home and what she wants to do to Pharrell Williams. Last installment of Nixon's once-secret White House tapes released Aug. 21- Final installment of tapes from the Nixon White House offers listeners a "view" from the Oval Office. John Russell reports. Cash-rich European corporates unfazed by 2014 maturity wall * EUR140bn-worth of corporate bonds due to mature next year Stephens and Williams to Face Off as Their Nascent Rivalry Heats Up Serena Williams and Sloane Stephens, the two top American women, once friends, have become rivals as they head to a showdown at the United States Open. Styles Q+A Ivanka Trump, Never Far From the Family Name A line of career clothing from Ivanka Trump will hit stores this month. The Gold Mine in the Hall Buildings are finding new ways to cut costs, including selling off unused space like hall closets. Meet F1's 'Mr. Consistency' He may hate the attention off the track, but it's hard to avoid the media glare when you've been driving as well as Kimi Raikkonen this season. Dubai's ENOC loses deal to fuel U.S. military jets DUBAI (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.

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