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News Feed Latest worldwide news Two Cuba state workers arrested for deadly bootleg rum The death toll from a batch of poisoned, bootleg rum climbed to nine people, Cuban state TV said Thursday. Interpol Asks Nations to Help Track Terror Suspects Freed in Prison Breaks The Interpol alert added to a climate of heightened concern set off Thursday when State Department officials spoke of possible terror plots against Western facilities overseas. Meet the Rules of the Internet Hello! Welcome to the Internet. It's a big place, so let me show you around. Milan star 'racially abused' The new football season is still some weeks away, but already in Italy allegations of racial abuse towards AC Milan's Kevin Constant have marred a friendly. Economix Blog Keep On Truckin A research report finds a surprising correlation between the pace of truck sales and the ability of stocks to outperform bonds. Australia boasts tourist boom, thanks to rugby SYDNEY (Reuters) - Australia boasted the largest ever rise in visitor arrivals in June as fans of the British and Irish Lions invaded the country to watch a one-in-12 year rugby test series. 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. Botulism Threat Found in Infant Formula Ingredients Fonterra said Saturday that a bacteria that could cause botulism had been found in its products, which other companies use to make infant formula that is popular in China. Al-Zawahiri 'message' criticizes ouster In a message thought to be from al Qaeda leader Ayman al-Zawahiri, he criticizes the ouster of Egyptian President Mohamed Morsy and urged Muslims to stand together to prevent Egypt from being divided. Israel to release 104 Palestinians The Israeli government on Sunday approved freeing 104 Palestinian prisoners despite popular sentiment against such a release ahead of talks with Palestinian officials in Washington. Kelly Clarkson purchase of Jane Austen ring hits snag The UK government is appealing for a buyer to ensure a rare piece of jewelery that once belonged to the author Jane Austen remains in Britain. EU urges 'inclusive' political deal in Egypt Egypt's factions must find a way to bridge their differences and pave the way for an inclusive political solution if the country is to leave its current chaos behind, the EU's top diplomat said. Life and times of Robert Mugabe After more than 30 years in power, Zimbabwean President Robert Mugabe is not giving up. Why is he liberation hero to some, but also accused of rights abuses? CORRECTED-UPDATE 2-Legal challenge starts for LME, Goldman on aluminium storage * Lawsuit alleges anticompetitive, monopolistic behaviour N.C.A.A. Taking Flexible Approach to Basketball Tournament The N.C.A.A. announced changes to the way it will select teams for the mens basketball tournament, adding flexibility in hopes of keeping teams properly seeded. London Journal Bid to Honor Austen Is Not Universally Acknowledged A push to get Jane Austen on Britains 10 note was met with online harassment, including threats of rape and death. With Moto X, Google Enters a Crowded Marketplace The search giant, which has stumbled in its forays into the hardware market, says its high-end Moto X smartphone has innovative voice controls. UPDATE 1-Kazakhmys minority shareholders okay buyout of ENRC LONDON, Aug 2 (Reuters) - Minority shareholders in mining group Kazakhmys, the largest single investor in ENRC , voted on Friday in favour of a $4.6 billion buyout of its troubled rival, paving the way for the group039;s founders to take it private. 'Glee' to likely end after season 6 "Glee" will likely end its run after season 6 the final year in the drama's current deal on Fox. "I would not anticipate it goes beyond two more seasons," Fox entertainment chairman Kevin Reilly told reporters on Thursday. "Never say never, but there's two very clear story arcs to get to that end and conclude. If we discover a new crop of kids and there's some breakout we like ... but right now, we're thinking two seasons." Hollywoods Big Bet on Broadway Adaptations As film companies invest heavily in turning movies into Broadway musicals, they are finding that its not so easy to pinpoint what might ensure a crossover success. Analysis Mexico bets on reforms to boost wages, but no quick fix MEXICO CITY (Reuters) - Mexicans hoping their president will make good on a campaign promise to boost wages may be in for a long wait, as the country aims to dodge Brazil's mistakes by betting on economic reforms that will take years to translate into labor gains. Ashley Peterson, Matthew Siegler The couple, who both graduated from Harvard, were married at the John Thomas Dye School in Los Angeles, where they met in the fifth grade. Weaver Wins 3rd Straight as Angels Top Blue Jays Jered Weaver pitched into the eighth inning to win his third straight decision, Kole Calhoun hit his second big league homer in as many days and the Los Angeles Angels beat the Toronto Blue Jays 7-3 Saturday night. Dot Earth Blog A Closer Look at Nonhuman Personhood and Animal Welfare A closer look at the animals we rely on, and the line between persons and other life. UK vs. pop star over Jane Austen's ring The UK government is appealing for a buyer to ensure a rare piece of jewelery that once belonged to the author Jane Austen remains in Britain. Chris Brown ordered booked on hit and run Two charges against Chris Brown were dropped Tuesday, but the singer is still accused of hit and run after a minor traffic crash. Weight and Guerin Among Those Headed for U.S. Hockey Hall of Fame Doug Weight won a Stanley Cup and was a four-time N.H.L. All-Star. Bill Guerin was a two-time Stanley Cup champion and a four-time All-Star. Carnival puts cruise fleet under microscope after ship fire MIAMI BEACH, Florida (Reuters) - Carnival Corp has launched a comprehensive review of its entire fleet after a fire crippled one of its ships last month, and will share its findings across the industry, Carnival Cruise Lines' chief executive told a conference on Tuesday. Spain's Bankia sells Indra stake to state holding company SEPI MADRID, Aug 2 (Reuters) - Spanish nationalised bank BFA-Bankia said on Friday it sold a 20.1 percent stake in technology company Indra to state holding company SEPI for 337 million euros ($447.6 million). Player Defaulted for Hitting Line Judge With Ball A tennis player was defaulted from her match at the Citi Open after hitting a line judge in the knee with a ball after losing a point in the third set. Blanco HR Carries Mariners Past Orioles 3-2 Seldom-used Henry Blanco hit a two-run homer in the seventh inning off Wei-Yin Chen, and the Seattle Mariners beat the Baltimore Orioles 3-2 Sunday behind left-hander Joe Saunders. Things I wish I'd known at 15 International day of the girl 'To my 15-year-old self' Prince William makes first appearance since son's birth Aug. 3 - Prince William makes his first public appearance since the birth of his son, Prince George, at charity polo match near Windsor Castle. Rough Cut (no reporter narration). The Pragmatist Banning Guests That Bite or Buzz The battle against ticks and mosquitoes now requires more work and a bit of strategy, as new breeds gain a foothold. App City Not for Followers Sosh is often described as a concierge service; it picks out restaurants, bars and activities for the discerning New Yorker. Caitlin Caporale, Robert Benson Jr. The bride works for the mayors office in New York; the groom works for a management consultant. Clip Air brings air travel by train June 19 - Swiss researchers have released futuristic designs for attachable modular aircraft that will allow passengers to board a plane at a railway station and disembark at their destination without ever setting foot in an airport. EPFL says its Clip Air project is no flight of fancy. Jim Drury reports. The Learning Network Blog Test Yourself | English, Aug. 1, 2013 Can you identify the simple subject of the sentence? Egypt General Has Country Wondering About Aims Gen. Abdul-Fattah el-Sisi is riding a wave of muscular nationalism and pro-military sentiment, leaving questions of how quickly he intends to return the country to civilian rule. CUNY TV Station Turns Over an Old Leaf, Transmitting by Air to Widen Its Reach The City University station, available in the five boroughs on cable since the 8os, now also broadcasts over the air, with a signal reaching 35 miles.

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