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News Feed Latest worldwide news Shadow over NSA spying furor Germans may be full of indignation at the alleged tapping of Angela Merkel's phone by the U.S National Security Agency -- but the outrage is more than the disappointment of being betrayed by a friend, for the shadows of Germany's past are never far away. Activists say Syrian authorities break Damascus evacuation deal AMMAN, Oct 31 (Reuters) - Syrian intelligence agents have arrested at least 230 men out of a group of civilians who were evacuated this week from a Damascus suburb besieged by President Bashar... "TransWall" brings new perspective to touch screens Oct. 29 - South Korean researchers have developed a double-sided touch screen for use as an entertainment platform or for public information displays. Called "TransWall", the screen responds to touch on both sides from multiple users. Rob Muir has more. Front Row At Todd Snyders New Store, the Past Gets a Workout City Gym in NoLIta will feature casual clothing primarily, in a setting that includes elements like old football trophies and medicine balls. UKs Osborne Sticking to austerity paid off Oct. 22 - The UKs Chancellor of the Exchequer George Osborne says the UK has seen the benefits of sticking with a clear economic plan, but admits the job is far from done. The New Old Age Two Kinds of Hospital Patients Admitted, and Not Medicares two midnights rule has not eased confusion over observation status in the hospital, some experts say. ArtsBeat Seeking Students Short Hamlet Videos The New York Times invites student actors and actresses to submit their performances of lines from Hamlet using Instagram. Prince Charles in no hurry to become king - Time magazine LONDON (Reuters) - Prince Charles' passion in life is his charitable work and he wants to get as much done as he can before becoming king when, in the words of an aide, "the prison shades" close, according to Catherine Mayer, editor-at-large of the U.S. magazine Time. ArtsBeat Cirque du Soleil Facing Fines in Death of Performer The Nevada Occupational Safety and Health Administration has proposed fining Cirque du Soleil $25,235 in connection with the death of an acrobat in June. St. Nicholas Church, Destroyed on 9/11, to Rebuild With Byzantine Design The design, which would draw inspiration from the great churches of the East, will almost certainly renew debate over the role of religion at or around the World Trade Center. Housing case before U.S. justices close to settlement -lawyer WASHINGTON, Oct 31 (Reuters) - A case before the U.S. Supreme Court that could limit housing discrimination claims is close to a settlement, potentially removing an opportunity for the justices to... Senate Republicans block key Obama court nominee WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Senate Republicans on Thursday blocked President Barack Obama's nominee to a key federal appeals court, charging that he was trying to "pack the court" to win favorable rulings. Kerry Will Visit Saudi Arabia in an Effort to Repair Frayed Relations Secretary of State John Kerry will meet with King Abdullah, a major ally, in his first stop on a nine-day trip to the Middle East, Europe and North Africa. QA Sightseeing at 26.2 Miles at a Time Thom Gilligan, a tour company founder, on the allure of marathons in destinations both familiar and exotic. Obama defends rocky rollout of signature health care reform Oct. 30 - President visits Boston to highlight success of Massachusetts health care law, urging Americans to have patience as problems on HealthCare.gov are fixed. Rough cut (no reporter narration). Brazilian footballer's head left on doorstep A former professional footballer was killed and his severed head was found on the doorstep of his home by his wife, according to Rio de Janeiro police. ArtsBeat Anatomy of a Scene Video of About Time Richard Curtis narrates a scene from his comedy featuring Domhnall Gleeson and Rachel McAdams. Ethiopian opposition says members beaten, illegally detained ADDIS ABABA (Reuters) - An Ethiopian opposition group accused police and security officials of beating, illegally detaining and abducting more than 150 of its members between July and September this year. Vuvuzelas blare in Fischer's 'blood libel' anti-semitism opera BUDAPEST (Reuters) - In what may be the first use of vuvuzelas in opera, the blaring horns popularized by South African soccer featured in the premiere of Hungarian conductor Ivan Fischer's "The Red Heifer" about a murder blamed on Jews in northeastern Hungary. Over How Outing Lost Its Power to Shock The announcement that a public figure is gay barely registers as newsworthy now, but that was not always the case. Crouching World Championship, Hidden Tiger Three years ago at Sheshan International, hundreds of fans wanting an autograph stood outside the clubhouse where Tiger Woods was signing his scorecard at the HSBC Champions. They excitedly began chanting in Chinese, "We want Tiger! We want Tiger!" Mary Finch Hoyt, Aide to Rosalynn Carter, Dies at 89 Before serving as Rosalynn Carters press secretary, Mrs. Hoyt worked on several Democratic presidential campaigns. Pursuits In Amish Country, on the Train to Paradise A caboose-themed motel, a steam-train ride and Thomas the Tank Engine are just three of the attractions visitors can find during a visit to Strasburg, Pa., in Lancaster County. Whats on Wednesday Television highlights. Storage products retailer Container Store raises $225 mln in IPO Oct 31 (Reuters) - Storage products retailer Container Store Group Inc raised $225 million after pricing its initial public offering at the top end of its increased price range. N.F.L. Roundup Younger Players Face Bigger Concussion Risk, Report Says High school football players are nearly twice as likely to get concussions as college football players and high school athletes in other sports, according the Institute of Medicine. Japanese translation glasses seen as Olympic boon for tourists Oct. 1 - Japan's biggest mobile carrier, NTT DoCoMo, has developed glasses that automatically translate foreign languages. It's hoped the glasses, unveiled by the company this week, will make life easier for foreigners visiting Tokyo during the 2020 Summer Olympic Games. Rob Muir reports. Up-Tempo Spread Making Waves Across the SEC Gus Malzahn and his no-huddle offense have faced more than their fair share of doubters and critics over the years, dating back to his days as a high school coach in Arkansas. Can Esther Duflo eradicate poverty? Poverty and hunger are two plagues of human society that are usually synonymous with each other. Economist, Esther Duflo, is trying to change that old way of thinking about hunger. Foreign Policy magazine has ranked Duflo as one of its "Top 100 Global Thinkers," for "Poor Economics," a book she co-authored, which says that the impoverished may be suffering from hunger because of where they choose to spend their money. Willie Nelson to Write New Memoir The new book promises to be more personal than his previous books, sharing untold stories that involve Ray Charles, Waylon Jennings, Johnny Cash and Merle Haggard. Hingis Quizzed by Swiss Police for Alleged Assault Martina Hingis has been questioned by the Swiss police after her estranged husband, Thibault Hutin, said he was attacked by her and her family, a police spokesman said. Whats on Wednesday Television highlights. Bits Blog In Singapore, Building Businesses for the Next Billion While Silicon Valley concentrates on wealthy nations, start-ups and venture capitalists in places like Singapore are addressing far more diverse markets. Art Review Allegory and Illusion, at the Rubin Museum The Rubin Museum of Arts Allegory and Illusion Early Portrait Photography From South Asia looks at pictures from British-run or -influenced countries. EA Sports, Tiger Cut Ties on Golf Video Game EA Sports' popular PGA Tour game will no longer be named for Tiger Woods. Tennis baby takes Internet by storm The daughter of Bob Bryan, part of of tennis' greatest double act in history, has become a social media phenomenon. Li seeks more history in WTA semis Li Na made tennis history Friday -- and another entry in the record books will belong to the Chinese star if she can win her semifinal at the WTA Championships in Istanbul. Recipes for Health Brown Rice Bowl With Oven-Baked Miso-Glazed Tofu, Red Peppers and Kimchi One marinade can be used for a variety of vegetable toppings in this dish. BRIEF-Lekoil intends to raise about 62 mln stg via placing Oct 31 (Reuters) - LEKOIL Ltd * Intention to raise approximately US$100 million * Net proceeds will be used to fund drilling completion and testing of the Ogo-1 well and the Ogo-1 sidetrack well * Source text for Eikon * For more news, please click here As Interest Fades in the Humanities, Colleges Worry With the growing money and attention devoted to science and technology, university administrators are concerned that the humanities are being eclipsed.

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