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Devils Get 2 Late Goals to Stun Bruins 4-3
Marek Zidlicky and Andy Greene scored power-play goals 23 seconds apart late in the third period, lifting the New Jersey Devils to a 4-3 win over the Boston Bruins on Saturday night.


Ike Skelton, Former Congressman, Dies at 81
Mr. Skelton built a reputation as a military expert and social conservative during 34 years representing western and central Missouri in the House.


Grand Theft Auto V revs up Take-Two's results
SAN FRANCISCO (Reuters) - Take-Two Interactive Software raised its fiscal 2014 results forecast on Tuesday after reporting that second-quarter revenue quadrupled, driven by record-breaking sales of the video game "Grand Theft Auto V."


Personal Journeys Off Ireland, a Rugged Journey to Remote Ruins
It takes a sturdy stomach and a strong sense of purpose to brave the trip to Skellig Michael, an island eight miles off the coast of Ireland. Heres what people find once they get there.


An Asian rival to the Ryder Cup?
Asia's emergence as a golfing power has received a boost with the announcement the continent's top golfers will face off against their European counterparts in a competition similar to the Ryder Cup.


Motherlode Blog Debating Bribes and Rewards
KJ DellAntonia and Bruce Feiler debate the question Should you bribe your kids?


Diesel exhaust pollution may disrupt honeybee foraging
LONDON (Reuters) - Exposure to pollution from diesel exhaust fumes can disrupt honeybees' ability to recognize the smells of flowers and could in future affect pollination and global food security, researchers said on Thursday.


McIlroy Beats Woods in 18-Hole Exhibition
Rory McIlroy won for the first time this year even if it was an 18-hole exhibition against Tiger Woods.


U.S. lays out strict limits on coal funding abroad
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The United States said Tuesday it plans to use its leverage within global development banks to limit financing for coal-fired power plants abroad, part of Washington's international strategy to combat climate change.


The road to recovery in Rockaway Beach
Oct. 28 - New Yorkers are unlikely to ever forget the wrath of Hurricane Sandy and the damage it left behind. Jillian Kitchener reports.


Bites Restaurant Report Lievito Madre al Mare in Naples, Italy
A member of a pizza-baking Neapolitan clan opens his newest venture just yards from the Bay of Naples, pairing pies with sprawling views.


Bits Blog In the San Francisco Bay, a Mysterious Google Barge
A mysterious barge said to be operated by Google is floating in San Francisco Bay, generating intense interest. But it remains unclear what it is for.


Advertising Painting a Room With Blues, or Hip-Hop, or Mozart
A paint company is offering a smartphone app that suggests paint colors based on consumers favorite songs.


Vatican's very own cricket team
With cups of tea and cucumber sandwiches at the ready, the Vatican has launched itself into the international sporting arena -- with the formation of the new St. Peter's Cricket Club.


The aerodynamics of F1
Christina MacFarlane explores the role aerodynamics play in boosting a Formula One car's performance.


Big Deal Palaces-in-the-Making
A demand for stand-alone mansions, driven by the rare opportunity they offer wealthy buyers for complete privacy and autonomy.


Secrets to calm, easy travel
Has 'busy' become your catchphrase? CNN caught up with leading travel experts to find zen on the road. The trick? Remember, it's the journey that counts.


Nasdaq says human error behind latest trading snafu
(Reuters) - Nasdaq OMX Group said human error left the U.S. exchange unable to transmit index values for nearly 45 minutes on Tuesday, leading to a temporary halt in options trading on some stock...


State TV Syrian president fires top official
Syrian President Bashar al-Assad has fired his vice premier, Qadri Jamil, "due to his absence from office without notice," state television reported Tuesday.


S Korea to get first nude beach?
Cold water and nude beaches don't necessarily mix well.


Goldman loses co-head of commodity trade Shenouda memo
NEW YORK (Reuters) - Goldman Sachs Group Inc global commodities trading co-head Magid Shenouda is leaving after 14 years at the bank, according to an internal memo seen by Reuters, the Wall Street firm's second senior-level departure in as many weeks.


Adobe data breach more extensive than previously disclosed
BOSTON, Oct 29 (Reuters) - Adobe Systems Inc said on Tuesday that the scope of a cyber-security breach disclosed nearly a month ago was far bigger than initially reported, with attackers obtaining data on more than 38 million customer accounts.


Time Warner Cable CEO Britt says he has cancer
(Reuters) - Time Warner Cable Chief Executive Glenn Britt disclosed to employees on Tuesday that he is undergoing treatment for cancer but said he will continue working until his retirement at the end of the year.


UPDATE 1-ADM says GrainCorp deal delayed; adjusted profit misses view
CHICAGO, Oct 29 (Reuters) - Archer Daniels Midland Co said on Tuesday its planned A$3.0 billion ($2.8 billion) acquisition of Australian grain handler GrainCorp Ltd will likely be delayed until early next year.


Modern Etiquette When striking up conversation, it's not about you
LONDON (Reuters) - Colleagues and friends ask me all the time, "What do I say to people when I meet them for the first time?"


Gruesome scenes on Santiagos streets
Oct. 21 - Scenes from hell ooze onto the streets of Santiago as thousands of zombies embark on their annual walk through the Chilean capital. Tara Cleary reports.


Okla. inmates pull dirty trick, escape
Four inmates made a clean getaway from an Oklahoma jail after prying open a maintenance hatch in their shower.


Former Detainees Right to Speedy Trial Wasnt Violated, Appeals Panel Rules
A court upheld the conviction of Ahmed Khalfan Ghailani, who had a nearly five-year delay before being tried on charges related to the 1998 bombings of two American Embassies in Africa.


Backstrom Leads Wild Past Blackhawks 5-3
Niklas Backstrom made 33 saves in his first win of the season and the Minnesota Wild defeated the Chicago Blackhawks 5-3 on Saturday night in a rematch of their first-round playoff series.


UK should remain in EU on reformed basis - Osborne
Oct. 22 - UK finance minister George Osborne wants Britain to remain in the EU but only on a reformed basis, as the continent is in danger of pricing itself out of the world economy.


Defiant Israel returns to U.N. rights forum
GENEVA (Reuters) - Israel appeared before the main United Nations human rights body on Tuesday, ending a 20-month boycott of the Geneva forum which it accuses of bias against the Jewish state.


India Raises Interest Rate to Battle Inflation
The rise in prices is expected to continue, and the central bank said it was prepared to take appropriate action. With the rupee now stable, the bank also lowered a separate lending rate.


Ahead of I.P.O., Twitter Adds Photo and Video Previews to Timelines
The change could increase user numbers, and also help the company sell more visual ads.


Well Now, a Kiss Isnt Just a Kiss
Why do we lock lips in romantic relationships? Its complicated, according to researchers at Oxford University. Its less about sex and more about assessing potential mates than you may think.


Last year's top ten
The top 10 Heroes In their own words


Square Feet The Superman Building in Providence, Now Dark, Is in Need of a Savior
The owner of the Art Deco office skyscraper is pushing a conversion to residential apartments, but taxpayers are balking at the cost.


UPDATE 2-LinkedIn's revenue tops Street but gives conservative forecast
SAN FRANCISCO, Oct 29 (Reuters) - LinkedIn Corp announced strong user growth and better-than-expected third quarter revenue of $393 million on Tuesday, a 56 percent jump from a year ago, but issued a conservative revenue forecast for the fourth quarter and fiscal 2013.


Shortcuts Dealing With a Client Who Calls and Calls and ...
A constant problem for freelancers and small-business owners is deciding whether to turn down business from a demanding customer.


Living With Cancer Brains on Chemo
Forgetfulness, trouble concentrating and word loss are common manifestations of the condition known as chemo brain. For many cancer patients (and the people who love them), this can be a mystifying experience, writes Susan Gubar.


U.S. wildfire smoke poses health hazards to distant communities report
(Reuters) - Massive clouds of smoke spewed from U.S. wildfires raging ever more intensely in recent summers send soot, carbon monoxide and other toxins far and wide, posing health hazards for distant communities, scientists warned in a study on Thursday.


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