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News Feed Latest worldwide news Remembering Andrew Simpson On May 9, a cool breeze blew across the waters of San Francisco Bay. Gliding across the surface, two teams of world-class sailors -- Oracle Team USA and Swedish Artemis Racing -- were hard at work preparing for the upcoming America's Cup. According to reports, the wind was "a little above normal" at 25 to 35 mph, but nothing that professional sailors couldn't handle. Across the waterfront, anticipation was building ahead of the first America's Cup to be held in the U.S. since 1995. U.S. intestinal bug traced to salad greens from Mexican company Aug 2 (Reuters) - U.S. health authorities have traced at least one source of an intestinal bug that has sickened more than 400 people in 17 states to salad greens supplied to restaurants by a company in Mexico. Getting in a spin over parking July 31 - The difficulty of parallel parking will be a thing of the past, if the designers of a revolutionary new electric car have their way. The prototype vehicle, designed by Chinese, Taiwanese, and New Zealand engineers, has four separate electrically powered wheels, enabling effortless U-turns and sideways parking at the touch of a button. Jim Drury reports. Singing priests revive Catholicism A Catholic priest is at the forefront of a Brazilian movement known as the Charismatic Catholic Renovation, trying to invigorate the Church and lure new and old followers back to the fold. African Observers Signal Approval of Zimbabwe Vote Regional monitors from southern Africa said that while Wednesdays vote was peaceful it was too early to pronounce it fair. Asia demand drives up art sales with China, India targeted LONDON (Reuters) - Increasing demand from Asian buyers boosted sales at major international auction houses Christie's and Sotheby's in the first half of 2013 with expectations of growing participation by Chinese and Indian collectors in the global art marketplace. PRESS DIGEST - British Business - Aug 2 Aug 2 (Reuters) - The following are the top stories on the business pages of British newspapers. Reuters has not verified these stories and does not vouch for their accuracy. Doctor prescribes healthcare cost savings plans to governors MILWAUKEE (Reuters) - Home nursing and social work can significantly drive down healthcare costs caused by overuse of hospitals and nursing homes, a family doctor who practices in one of the poorest U.S. cities told a group of governors on Friday. Why we love the transfer window The sun is shining, barbecues are out, beaches are packed and the commute to work is slightly less crowded than normal. It can mean only one thing football's summer transfer window is upon us. Kelly Says Deal Is Near, Hopes Irish Repeat Is Too Putting together back-to-back strong seasons has been rare of late at Notre Dame. 'Joy of writing' helps Seles move on She spent her teenage years ruling the tennis world, and now Monica Seles is hoping her world of tennis can rule today's teenagers. U.S. Air Force delays rescue helicopter contract award WASHINGTON, Aug 2 (Reuters) - The U.S. Air Force has delayed the award of a contract valued at up to $6.8 billion for a new combat search and rescue helicopter program until the first quarter of fiscal year 2014, which begins Oct. 1, spokesman Ed Gulick said. Zimbabwe election The African Union on Friday applauded Zimbabwe for holding peaceful elections, and made no mention of rigging accusations by the main opposition candidate. Turkey frees bird accused of spying for Israel ISTANBUL (Reuters) - Turkish authorities detained a bird on suspicion it was spying for Israel, but freed it after X-rays showed it was not embedded with surveillance equipment, newspapers said on Friday. Franklin ties record for most golds at worlds BARCELONA (Reuters) - American teenager Missy Franklin captured a record-equaling fifth gold medal at a single world championships when she won a second consecutive 200 meters backstroke title in Barcelona on Saturday. New York Times Company Sells Boston Globe The newspaper was purchased by John W. Henry, principal owner of the Boston Red Sox, returning the paper to local ownership. U.S. raises concerns over Russian opposition leader conviction July 18 - The White House raised concerns over the conviction of Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny. Deborah Lutterbeck reports. Rivals see UBS holding on to clients after trading loss GENEVA (Reuters) - Rich clients of Swiss bank UBS have not yet moved their millions to other banks after its $2.3 billion trading scandal last month, rival private bankers said. Sweet 16th slam for Serena Serena Williams powers her way to the French Open title Saturday with a straight sets win over defending champion Maria Sharapova to claim her 16th grand slam title. Hernandezs Troubles Rose Under N.F.L.s Vigilant Eye Millions of dollars are spent on monitoring N.F.L. players, but several episodes involving Aaron Hernandez were missed or ignored in the year before he was charged with murder. Rogers trying to stop Verizon grabbing Canadian rivals - media Aug 2 (Reuters) - Rogers Communications, Canada's largest wireless phone company, has crafted a plan to grab control of two smaller rivals to try to stop U.S. giant Verizon Communications Inc entering Canada, the Globe and Mail reported. Bits Blog Obama Administration Overturns Ban on Apple Products The Obama administration has vetoed a product ban that would have forced Apple to stop selling some iPhones and iPads in the United States. Scorer of first league goal identified after 125 years LONDON (Reuters) - A 125-year-old mystery surrounding the scorer of the world's first league goal has ended with the publication of a new book identifying James Kenyon "Kenny" Davenport of Bolton Wanderers as the man. Mortgages Awaiting Foreclosure Relief Foreclosure prevention advocates are urging Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo to sign legislation that would prevent lenders lawyers from leaving homeowners facing foreclosure in a state of legal limbo. The hot albums and festivals this summer Summer is the best time for outdoor musical festivals and blasting music with all the windows open. We've done the legwork for you, and compiled what should be some of the best albums of the season, and the most tent-worthy festivals, organized by region. Fish die as Alaska temperatures continue to break records ANCHORAGE, Alaska (Reuters) - Alaska's summer heat wave has been pleasant for humans but punitive for some of its fish. Sports Briefing | Football Witness Testifies That Paterno Said Penn State Erred on Sandusky Mike McQueary, a former Penn State assistant, said that the longtime football coach Joe Paterno told him the university mishandled its response to the Jerry Sandusky child sexual abuse scandal. Russians smell something fishy in Putin's latest stunt MOSCOW (Reuters) - There was a time when Vladimir Putin's macho antics inspired pride among Russians, but many are finding it hard to believe the president's latest stunt - catching a huge pike in Siberia. Travel Guide Paris for Kids What are the best ways to see the City of Light with children? Heres a guide to everything from museums to parks to food. Iran gets new president, vows 'constructive' foreign relations DUBAI (Reuters) - Hassan Rouhani took office as Iran's president on Saturday promising "constructive interaction with the world" after eight years under Mahmoud Ahmadinejad marked by diplomatic confrontation and damaging sanctions. 50 percent chance of cyclone east of Melbourne, Florida NHC (Reuters) - An area of low pressure centered about 75 miles east of Melbourne, Florida, associated with the remains of tropical storm Dorian, has a 50 percent of becoming a tropical cyclone during the next 48 hours. Prison Life, Real and Onscreen The Netflix show Orange Is the New Black takes artistic license with many details of prison life. Data Points What the Nation Got for $800 Billion The Federal Reserve has spent heavily to buy bonds to reduce long-term rates, but rates are actually higher than when it started. Nicole Naghi, Jacqueline Tate Both Ms. Naghi and Ms. Tate are lawyers. Confederations Cup lessons CNN looks at five things we learned from the Confederations Cup. Business Briefing | Regulatory News W.T.O. Backs U.S. Appeal on Chicken Tariffs in China The World Trade Organization ruled in favor of the United States in a longstanding dispute over allegations that China unfairly imposed tariffs that restricted American poultry exports. Gallery filthy fun at mud festival Millions get filthy in Boryeong, South Korea. The Lede Stunning Images of Destroyed Syrian City Reporters have been left searching for words as images emerge of vast tracts of ruins where, until recently, the vibrant residential neighborhood of Khalidiya stood in the countrys third-largest city, Homs. Poland picks advisers for listing of power company Energa WARSAW, Aug 1 (Reuters) - Poland has hired advisers for this year039;s listing of power supplier Energa - the country039;s last fully state-owned electricity utility, the ministry overseeing the privatisation of state assets said on Thursday. Obama to nominate Fed's Raskin as U.S. Treasury deputy WASHINGTON (Reuters) - President Barack Obama will nominate Federal Reserve Governor Sarah Bloom Raskin to be the U.S. Treasury Department's No. 2 official, the White House said on Wednesday.

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