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News Feed Latest worldwide news Editors Choice Recently reviewed books of particular interest. UK media abuzz as hacking trial reveals alleged affair The courtroom claim that Rebekah Brooks, a protege of global media baron Rupert Murdoch's, and Andy Coulson, a former spin doctor for British Prime Minister David Cameron, had a six-year affair has set British media abuzz. Obamacare website gets new tech experts; oversight pressure grows WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The Obama administration said it has brought in experts from top technology companies including Google Inc and Oracle Corp to fix the HealthCare.gov website, as Republicans press for details about the botched October 1 launch that prevented millions of Americans from signing up for new insurance plans. Listening Post One Casualty of Eavesdropping on Merkel A Warm Rapport For President Obama, the collateral damage the National Security Agency surveillance has inflicted on his relationship with Chancellor Angela Merkel of Germany is, perhaps, a more painful cost of the episode. Holiday Movies Kate Winslet Stars in Labor Day Kate Winslet portrays a reclusive single mother who faces a sudden menace in her latest film, Labor Day. Well Extra Care Curbs MRSA in Hospitals MRSA infections dropped in some Veterans Affairs hospital after a quality improvement program was instituted. U.S. Plans to Sweeten Its Sales Pitch to Foreign Investors The Obama administration said it would expand efforts, including streamlining regulations, to make the nation more attractive to overseas companies. CME Group chief testifies in long-awaited grain settlement trial CHICAGO, Nov 1 (Reuters) - CME Group Inc Chief Executive Phupinder Gill on Friday denied that the exchange-operator changed its settlement rules to give electronic grain traders an advantage over veterans of the Chicago trading floor, who have sued the company, saying its new rules are killing their business. How much should Zlatan be taxed? It's said nothing is certain in life except for death and taxes -- as French football is finding out to it's cost over a bitter taxation dispute. CORRECTED-Hedge fund managers discuss their top stock picks (Corrects spelling of Cooper-Hohn, spells out full name of fund in paragraph nine) Bosnia mass grave excavation Nov. 1 - Forensic teams excavate what could be the largest mass grave of ethnic cleansing victims in Bosnia. Rough cut (no reporter narration). India's obsession with lighter skin In India, many women are obsessed with lightening their skin. CNN writer Moni Basu recalls her own family's pressures to not get "too dark." The Lede Activists Accuse Walmart of Condoning Torture of Pigs by Pork Suppliers Mercy for Animals, an animal rights organization, released video this week documenting what activists are calling the torture of pigs by workers at a Minnesota pork farm that supplies Walmart. Review 'Enders Game' harmless, slightly clunky When it comes to adapting beloved novels, Hollywood has a lot of blood on its hands. Dance Review Tatyana Tenenbaums Private Country at Chocolate Factory Private Country, an experimental hybrid of song, dance and text by Tatyana Tenenbaum, uses multiple spaces in the Chocolate Factory in Queens. UPDATE 3-Berkshire Q3 profit up 29 pct; operating results miss Nov 1 (Reuters) - Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway Inc posted a 29 percent jump in third-quarter profit as it recorded big gains on investments made during the financial crisis, but operating... Ex-Bolshoi star denies attack Bolshoi Ballet star soloist Pavel Dmitrichenko pleaded not guilty Tuesday to masterminding an acid attack on the theater's artistic director, Sergei Filin, a court spokesman told CNN. Kelly Has 7 TDs, No. 25 Arizona St Routs WSU 55-21 Arizona State has qualified for a bowl. Todd Graham has much bigger plans. Israel strikes Gaza An Israeli air strike hit two concealed rocket launchers in the Gaza Strip Monday, the military announced. UPDATE 8-Brent sheds nearly $3 on strong dollar, spread narrows * U.S. manufacturing expands at fastest rate in 2-1/2 years (Updates prices to settlement, adds CFTC data) Sports Briefing | Soccer FIFA Looks at Racism Claims Jeffrey Webb, the head of FIFAs antiracism task force, will meet with Manchester City midfielder Yaya Tour on Sunday. When Insurers Drop Policies Three Stories Insurance companies are canceling millions of health insurance plans that fail to meet minimum standards, and a look at the stories of three people with such plans tells a complex tale. Editor's Choice Our best photos from the last 24 hours. 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. Is Facebook stalking you? Facebook could soon be stalking you. The site plans to track the movements of your mouse! Obama tells Iraqi leader that U.S. wants 'inclusive' Iraq WASHINGTON (Reuters) - President Barack Obama pressed Iraqi Prime Minister Nuri al-Maliki on Friday to build a more inclusive democracy in his country and said the United States would cooperate with Iraq as it tries to push back a resurgent al Qaeda. Lauda Raikkonen can lift Alonso The man who made Formula One's bravest comeback - Niki Lauda - has given his seal of approval to Kimi Raikkonen's dramatic decision to return to Ferrari. Ford recalls 2,600 Focus Electric cars for potential power loss DETROIT, Nov 1 (Reuters) - Ford Motor Co is recalling 2,618 Focus Electric cars because of potential loss of power to the wheels while driving. Special Report ATP World Tour Finals Tennis Looks to Mix It Up to Ensure an Entertaining Future There is a push to encourage more variety in play and court speed with an eye on the net and, in a Darwinian entertainment landscape, an eye on the clock. Cilic makes winning return after doping ban Marin Cilic made a winning return to the ATP circuit Monday after serving a reduced doping ban. He beats Dutchman Igor Sijsling in three sets in the Paris Masters. Stream of Reports Say Pakistani Taliban Leader Died in Drone Strike An American strike killed Hakimullah Mehsud, leader of the Pakistani Taliban, according to Pakistani intelligence officials and militant commanders. Room for Debate Giving Stilettos the Business Are spiky heels an appropriate fashion statement for the office? A workout with the 'Running Man' Can Pat Cash handle a warm-up workout with David "The Running Man" Ferrer? New dolphin species spotted swimming off Australian coast WASHINGTON (Reuters) - A newly discovered species of humpback dolphin has been seen swimming off the northern Australia coast, an international team of scientists reported this week. Paperback Row Paperback books of particular interest. Beware of cultuphobia Introducing a new word "cultuphobia." It means the fear that another person's culture is taking over your own. Jets Face Another Tall Order in Stopping Saints Tight End When the Jets face the 6-1 Saints on Sunday they will try to stop Jimmy Graham, who leads the N.F.L. in receiving yards as a tight end with 630. Shooting at Los Angeles International airport Nov. 1 - A gunman with a high powered rifle was shot by law enforcement at Los Angeles International Airport according to media reports. Rough Cut (no reporter narration) Amanda Peet, Playwright, With The Commons of Pensacola Amanda Peet turns playwright, with The Commons of Pensacola, starring Sarah Jessica Parker and Blythe Danner. Vision of Prairie Paradise Troubles Some Montana Ranchers Some ranchers who fear the region will lose its identity object to conservationists plan to create a vast grassland reserve where 10,000 bison roam and fences are few.

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