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News Feed Latest worldwide news FAA loosens rules for electronic devices The Federal Aviation Administration has cleared gadget use for all phases of flights with the exception of phone calls. The Week Ahead | Art Windows to Past, Wide and Tall Over the years, Reinhard Mucha has been something of an elusive artist. Weak Data Underscores Feds Decision Job growth slowed in October, and the Federal Reserve decided to maintain its $85 billion monthly bond-buying program. Linking Europe and Asia As a country, Turkey is often described as a bridge between Europe and Asia. On Tuesday, for the first time, the two continents will be officially connected by a multi-billion dollar underwater railway tunnel. Economic View In New York Casino Vote, a Dance With Temptation New Yorkers will vote Tuesday on whether to expand the number of casinos in the state by up to seven, a proposal that a Cornell economist calls a bad idea. A Yellow Card, Then Unfathomable Violence, in Brazil Hopelessness, rage that grew from poverty and inequality, and Brazils wider culture of knives and revenge may have played a part in a confrontation on a soccer field that turned gruesome. Another Canadian freight train derails in Alberta, no injuries TORONTO, Nov 3 (Reuters) - A Canadian National Railway Co train carrying lumber and sulfur dioxide derailed in the Western Canadian province of Alberta on Sunday, but there were no injuries or spills... 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. Fairfax struggles to raise funds for BlackBerry bid sources NEW YORK (Reuters) - Fairfax Financial Holdings Ltd is struggling to raise financing for its $4.7 billion bid for BlackBerry Ltd, with several large banks declining to participate on concerns that... CORRECTED-Chinese travel website Qunar's shares more than double in debut (Corrects valuation of company to $10.53 billion from $1.05 billion in first paragraph) Deals of the day- Mergers and acquisitions Nov 1 (Reuters) - The following bids, mergers, acquisitions and disposals were reported by 1430 GMT on Friday Sports Briefing | College Football College Football Coach Fatally Shot Outside Movie Theater The authorities said a football coach at Missouri Southern State University was shot outside a Joplin theater and later died. In the Garden If a Druid Rings the Doorbell Think its Halloween? Its also Samhain, the high Druid holiday of the ancient Celts, and the spirits are out in force. Merlin to close London float order books early source (Reuters) - Madame Tussauds owner Merlin Entertainments is to close its London share sale early due to strong demand, a person familiar with the matter said on Sunday. DealBook ING to Unwind Mortgage Securities In another sign of improving headwinds for European banks, the Dutch financial services firm said on Friday that it would unwind a portfolio of securities tied to mortgages in the United States. Doctor and Patient A Vital Measure Your Surgeons Skill The dexterity of a surgeons hands can account for much of the differences in how well patients do, a new study confirms. 10 best ways to sell a sports book They are global sporting superstars, and they've got a story to tell. Bartoli on first grand slam win Marion Bartoli, the new Wimbledon women's singles champion talks to CNN's Amanda Davies. The Tilt Toward Queens The boroughs neighborhoods are giving Manhattan and Brooklyn a run for the money. As Bush Settles Into Dallas, Golf Tees and Family Time Now Trump Politics Nearly five years after leaving office, former President George W. Bush lives a life of self-imposed exile in Texas, with new interests and few regrets. T Magazine Q. A. | Brian Eno on the Best Use of a Television, Why Art Students Make Good Pop Stars and the Meaning of Visual Music With the publication of a new book surveying his visual practice, the pioneering composer reflects on the relationship between his art- and music-making. 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. Snedeker's big battle Brandt Snedeker explains his rare health issue ahead of his FedEx Cup title defense. In Transit Blog In Maine, a Weekend of Toboggan Building The Hartstone Inn in Camden, Me., has a weekend package that includes two days of instruction in how to build a toboggan. 'Ender's Game' battles to U.S., Canada box office win LOS ANGELES/NEW YORK (Reuters) - "Ender's Game," the futuristic tale of children recruited to wage war against an enemy race, won the weekend box office battle in the United States and Canada, defeating senior citizen buddy comedy "Last Vegas" and animated turkey tale "Free Birds." Senna vs. Fangio Who is the greatest? Senna vs. Fangio Who is the greatest? Scores of Migrants From Niger Found Dead in Sahara The 87 men, women and children were apparently stranded after a desperate search for water as they tried to make their way across the border to Algeria. Recipes for Health Millet Polenta With Mushrooms and Broccoli or Broccoli Raab A savory mix of mushrooms that would pair well with a variety of grains. Boehner "Obamacare is law of the land" WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Top Republican lawmaker John Boehner said on Thursday he would not make it his mission to repeal the Obama administration's healthcare reform law following the re-election of President Barack Obama. Editor's Choice Our best photos from the last 24 hours. Movie Review Kerouac Novel Adapted to Screen in Big Sur Michael Polishs film Big Sur is based on Jack Kerouacs visits to that coastal California region, where he fled the literary success that followed the publication of On the Road. Fantasy Football Week 9 Tiered Rankings Overview Applying an algorithm called the Gaussian mixture model to an aggregation of expert ranking data reveals natural tiers and clusters within the data. Ziff Brothers Investments expected to close U.S. hedge fund -report NEW YORK, Oct 31 (Reuters) - New York-based Ziff Brothers Investments plans to gradually shut down its U.S. hedge fund, the Wall Street Journal reported on Thursday. 4 Wheelchair Titles In the 4 Top Marathons Tatyana McFadden won the New York City Marathon, after capturing Boston, London and Chicago this year. She is the first person to win all four major marathons in a year. Real Madrid coach blasts defensive 'disaster' On one hand, Cristiano Ronaldo is still scoring goals for fun and Gareth Bale is starting to justify his mammoth transfer fee. On the other, Real Madrid's defensive game is appalling. RPT-Wall St Week Ahead-Twitter's IPO to provide week's excitement NEW YORK, Nov 3 (Reuters) - Twitter will be the talk of Wall Street this week when the social media company goes public in the stock market's most anticipated initial public offering since 2012's Facebook event. Obama says takes responsibility for fixing health law web site Oct. 30 - President Barack Obama says he takes it upon himself to make sure the glitch-marred website healthcare.gov, that has made signing up for insurance under his signature health law difficult gets repaired quickly. Rough Cut (no reporter narration). Personal Journeys 196.2 Miles, Only Some in a Tutu The Ragnar Relay Adirondacks, as the author discovered, is a shame-free event that offers everything from sublime scenery to moments of enlightenment. East Roundup Notre Dame Has Few Stops Against Navy, Until the End Navy punted only twice and had no turnovers or penalties, but Notre Dame made a stop on a late fourth-and-4 to survive a back-and-forth game. Student Newspapers Scurry to Make Ends Meet College newspapers have until recently managed to stave off industry challenges. Now many traditional papers are struggling for survival.

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