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News Feed Latest worldwide news FIFA's chief investigator escalates World Cup inquiry LONDON (Reuters) - FIFA's chief investigator is escalating his inquiry into the voting procedures for the 2018 and 2022 soccer World Cups which have been dogged by controversy. News Analysis Google in Deal to Settle Europes Antitrust Case The European Unions top competition official accepted Googles latest offer to settle a long-running antitrust case, but he also said the companys rivals should have a chance to respond. 10 best countries for startups New Zealand tops the list as the easiest place to start a small and medium-sized enterprise, according to the World Bank's most recent report. Gadgetwise A Tablet for 3-D Spectacles, Minus the Spectacles The Neo3do tablet plays 3-D video and converts standard video into 3-D that you can see without the goofy glasses. Opinion Al-Shabaab losing Ethan Bueno de Mesquita says the Somali rebel group's recent attacks on Kenya are a sign that it is losing. World Brief | Europe Amanda Knoxs Retrial Begins in Italy Ms. Knox, an American who was convicted and later acquitted, of killing her British roommate in Italy, did not travel to Italy for the new trail. The Caucus Obama Selects Romney Adviser for Social Security Commission On the eve of open enrollment in health exchanges created under the Affordable Care Act, President Obama announced that he wanted to hire Lanhee J. Chen, a Mitt Romney adviser who argued for the laws repeal. Els Plays Down Importance of a Rare Cup Win Ernie Els has seen it all at the Presidents Cup, the highs and lows and even a tie in 2003, but the wins have been all too rare for the veteran International player. QA Making iOS 7 More Readable Enlarging the system type on your devices, and installing software when you have no CD drive on your laptop. The advert that changed a life Some people take many years to find their calling -- but for Adam van Koeverden, it was right in front of him in black and white. On a small section of his local newspaper, the boy who would become an Olympic champion saw his future flash before him. Israel and Others in Mideast View Overtures of U.S. and Iran With Suspicion Irans rivals worry about its sincerity, and fear that President Obamas desire for a diplomatic deal will only buy Iran time to continue its march toward building a nuclear weapon. Television Review Daniel Radcliffe and Jon Hamm in A Young Doctors Notebook Daniel Radcliffe and Jon Hamm star in A Young Doctors Notebook, a new series set in the Russian countryside on the eve of the Revolution. 3D painting urges Syrian peace talks Sept. 26 - A giant 3D painting in front of the United Nations headquarters calls on United States President Barack Obama and Russian President Vladimir Putin to hold peace talks on Syria. Elly Park reports. Qaeda Branch in Syria Pursues Its Own Agenda The chaos of civil war has proved to be fertile ground for the Islamic State in Iraq and Syria, a revival of Al Qaeda in Iraq, analysts said. Bulldog carves across Peru's streets on skateboard Sept. 19 - Skateboarding bulldog wins hearts and minds in Peru and beyond. Rough Cut (no reporter narration). Barclays customer service head resigns (Reuters) - An executive responsible for handling customer complaints at Barclays Plc has resigned, a spokesman for the British bank confirmed. Murray gives thumbs up after operation Andy Murray hopes to return to training in November after undergoing a successful operation on a troublesome back injury. Roundup Manning Piles Up Points, and Records, as Broncos Win The Broncos blew out the Eagles, scoring more points than the team ever had, as Peyton Manning stayed on a roll with four more touchdown passes. South by Southwest to Add Sports Component Next March, the pop culture festival in Austin, Tex., will have sports films and presentations alongside its music, film and interactive programs. Defining and Demanding a Musicians Fair Shake in the Internet Age David Lowery, leader of the bands Camper Van Beethoven and Cracker, is pressing for higher royalties for musicians. Theater Review Tilly the Trickster Plays Off Molly Shannons Creation Tilly the Trickster, a musical for children from the Atlantic Theater Company, is inspired by Molly Shannons picture book. EDF in exclusive talks to buy Citelum-report PARIS, Oct 1 (Reuters) - Power group EDF has started exclusive talks with energy services group Dalkia France to buy Citelum, a company specialising in urban lighting equipment, Le Figaro said on... Britain's FTSE lags after Unilever warning * FTSE 100 down 0.2 pct, lags other European markets * Unilever sales warning hits Reckitt, SABMiller * Investors calm over U.S. government shutdown (Updates prices, quotes, adds detail) By Alistair... Spurs Return, NBA Finals Loss Still Seems Fresh Family vacations, scouting, free agency, rest and relaxation, playing in the European Championships. Meredith Kercher New hunt for truth The original trial and subsequent acquittal of Amanda Knox and Raffaele Sollecito after the murder of student Meredith Kercher proved divisive. Evidence is now being sifted again. Butler Loses F Jones for Season to Wrist Injury Butler's turbulent offseason isn't showing any signs of slowing down. The Learning Network Blog Whats Going On in This Picture? | Sept. 30, 2013 On Mondays, we publish a New York Times photo without a caption, headline or other information about its origins. Join the conversation by posting about what you see, and why. Live moderation is offered from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Eastern time. Murray gives thumbs up after operation Andy Murray hopes to return to training in November after undergoing a successful operation on a troublesome back injury. U.S. Treasury starts last measures to preserve borrowing authority WASHINGTON, Oct 1 (Reuters) - The U.S. Treasury on Tuesday started using its last tools for pushing back the day when the government will run out of legal borrowing authority, Treasury Secretary Jack... George Will to Leave ABC News for Fox News Mr. Will has been contributing to ABCs Sunday political show This Week since 1981, when the host was David Brinkley. After the Floods in Colorado, a Deluge of Worry About Leaking Oil As waters recede from Colorados drilling epicenter, the sight of drowning oil wells has inflamed the debate over the environment. Off the Menu The Cecil Opens in Harlem, Michelin Star Rankings and More An Afro-Asian-American brasserie is restored, and more restaurant openings. A Patchy Recovery in Business Masters Programs Full-time M.B.A. programs are starting to see a revival of interest for the first time since the onset of the global financial crisis. But part-time programs are less popular. T Magazine Threes a Trend | Evening Wear Gets Some Disco Shine This season, designers have turned away from comfort in favor of dresses that feature crystals, metallics and other reflective materials. 'To Kill a Mockingbird' author in dispute with U.S. museum over book's title BIRMINGHAM, Alabama (Reuters) - The Pulitzer Prize-winning author of "To Kill a Mockingbird," Harper Lee, is locked in a dispute with a museum in her Alabama hometown over the use of the novel's title. U.S. Sees Direct Threat in Attack at Kenya Mall Dozens of F.B.I. agents are investigating the wreckage, hoping to glean every piece of information possible to help prevent such a devastating attack from happening again, possibly even on American soil. California to sell $2 bln of general obligation debt in October STOCKTON, Calif., Oct 1 (Reuters) - California aims to sell about $2 billion of its general-obligation bonds the week of Oct. 21, a spokesman for state Treasurer Bill Lockyer's office said on Tuesday. Slightly early birth tied to lower adult achievement NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Being born just a couple of weeks early may influence a child's long-term education and job prospects, hints a new study from Finland. Former Madoff employees want more details on affair allegations NEW YORK (Reuters) - Five former employees of Bernard Madoff responded on Thursday to government assertions that all but one of them and Madoff were involved "in romantic and/or sexual relationships"... Global Soccer A Tough Choice Play for Brazil or Spain? Diego da Silva Costa was born in Brazil, but he recently gained Spanish citizenship, and his new country wants him on its national team.

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