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News Feed Latest worldwide news Contractors, cars and debt collectors top U.S. consumer complaints survey (Reuters) - U.S. consumers always complain about pushy car salesmen and debt collectors, but in 2012 they also faced an array of new and sometimes surprising challenges - like getting hit with fees... Zimbabwe's MDC considers protests against Mugabe landslide HARARE (Reuters) - Zimbabwe's Movement for Democratic Change said on Friday it could take to the streets to challenge President Robert Mugabe's victory in elections it rejects as a farce and which face skepticism from the West. Rihanna wins Topshop T-shirt legal case LONDON (Reuters) - Barbadian singer Rihanna on Wednesday won a legal case against British fashion chain Topshop over the use of her image on a T-shirt it sold without her approval. Geoffrey Zakarian Has Become the Culinary Director of the Plaza Mr. Zakarian will be responsible for reinvigorating the iconic Palm Court; and other restaurant openings. Turkish police beat protesters Ivan Watson reports from Istanbul, where the family of a boy in a coma was not allowed to speak in the streets. The very welcome death of the potash cartel James Saft (Reuters) - The death of the potash cartel is not only a great story, it is a great example of how hard human ingenuity makes it to fix markets. Woods Flirts With 59, but Settles for Big Lead Tiger Woods shot a nine-under-par 61 in the second round of the Bridgestone Invitational, missing two short birdie putts down the stretch. Berlusconi conviction leaves Italian government hanging ROME (Reuters) - Italy's fragile coalition government, already struggling to contain deep divisions over tax and economic policy, woke up to a whole set of new problems on Friday after Silvio Berlusconi's conviction for tax fraud was upheld by the supreme court. Time Warner Cable Removes CBS in 3 Big Markets The blackout is the latest development in a continuing dispute over retransmission fees. Dot Earth Blog Another View on Gas Drilling in the Context of Climate Change Cornell researchers come to different conclusions about the climate impact of fracking. U.S. storm team slightly lowers 2013 hurricane forecast to eight Aug 2 (Reuters) - The 2013 Atlantic hurricane season will see above-average activity, but cooler ocean waters may make it harder for storms to form, a leading U.S. hurricane forecasting team said on Friday. Thieving bear steals dumpsters A bear in Colorado wants more than just the contents of the dumpster. It wants the whole dumpster. Tens of thousands march to support Egypt's ousted Mursi Aug. 2 - Thousands of Mursi supporters march in Cairo demanding Mursi's reinstatement amid the looming threat that sit-ins will be cleared by force. Rough Cut (no reporter narration). Calls for action as journalists get threats on Twitter British authorities are investigating after various female journalists got bomb threats via Twitter amid escalating calls for action to prevent abuse against women on social media. Is Huma Abedin blaming herself? Huma, please say it isn't so. Rodriguez to Play in Minors While Future Uncertain While a gathering storm threatened to halt his career, New York Yankees third baseman Alex Rodriguez was preparing to play a minor league game on Friday. Postal Service Confirms Photographing All U.S. Mail The Postal Service takes a picture of every letter and package mailed in the United States and will give a photo to a requesting law enforcement agency, the postmaster general confirmed. Is this Lindsay Lohan's last shot? Remember when Lindsay Lohan was the next Ann-Margret? Ahmadinejad warns Israel that a 'storm' is coming Aug. 2 - Iran's outgoing President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad warns Israel of a "devastating storm" that will shake the foundations of Israel. Deborah Lutterbeck reports. Sports Briefing | Basketball Braxton Leads Liberty Past Mystics Kara Braxton scored 22 points, Cappie Pondexter had 19, and the Liberty defeated the Mystics. Tunisia Faces More Anger After an Ambush Kills Soldiers At least eight soldiers were killed on the countrys northwestern border, an attack that comes amid large protests against the Islamist-led government. Australia shares touch 2-1/2 month high on Wall St, metals prices SYDNEY, Aug 2 (Reuters) - Australian shares rose 0.9 percent on Friday, driven by the financial and mining sectors to touch a 2-1/2 month high after Wall Street notched strong gains and metals prices... You're the Boss Blog A Virtual Accounting Department for Small Businesses A new accounting Web site says it offers small businesses the same level of service that big businesses get, including help from a team of accountants and bookkeepers. Worst airport for delays is... Need to get somewhere on time? QA Forwarding Multiple Messages in Outlook Tips for Microsoft Outlook and using Java on Firefox. Ex-Bank of America trader launches credit hedge fund - source LONDON (Reuters) - Veteran credit trader Iftikhar Ali is launching his own hedge fund firm, a source close to the new company told Reuters, as traders look to cash in on turbulent bond markets. 9th accuser of mayor steps forward A ninth woman is accusing San Diego Mayor Bob Filner of sexual harassment. UPDATE 1-US steelmakers seek protection against European imports LONDON, Aug 2 (Reuters) - A U.S. steel industry group has asked the government trade representative to intervene to help protect domestic producers from growing imports of steel products from Europe. Sports Briefing | Basketball Wall Extends Contract With Wizards Point guard John Wall, the No. 1 overall pick in the 2010 N.B.A. draft, agreed to a contract extension with the Wizards. Firefighter killed battling blaze in Pacific Northwest PORTLAND, Ore (Reuters) - One firefighter was killed and another injured on Thursday while battling a wildfire in central Oregon, one of several blazes that have blackened hundreds of square miles of terrain across the Pacific Northwest. Sharapova injury blow ahead of U.S. Open Maria Sharapova has been forced to pull out of the WTA Rogers Cup tournament in Toronto next month, still plagued by a nagging left hip injury. Op-Ed Contributors A Republican Case for Climate Action The United States must move now on substantive steps to curb climate change, at home and internationally. The most expensive education in America - Felix TV The Poway school district in San Diego County, Calif., is investing $105 million in education. But the final cost will actually be much more. UPDATE 1-Fisher Communications shareholders want more from Sinclair to sell Aug 2 (Reuters) - Three minority shareholders of Fisher Communications Inc said a $373 million takeover bid by Sinclair Broadcast Group Inc undervalues the TV broadcaster and are looking to activist investor Mario Gabelli to derail the offer. Is Huma Abedin blaming herself? Huma, please say it isn't so. Recent Commercial Real Estate Transactions Notable properties that have been recently listed for sale, sold or leased. Tiger Woods Makes Run at 59 at Bridgestone Tiger Woods had a shot at making history with a magical 59. Adapting Maasai culture Maasai elder, Martin Saning'o Karioni has dedicated his life's work to help his people adapt to a changing world. Bus strike idles Phoenix-area commuters for a second day PHOENIX, Aug 2 (Reuters) - Negotiations to resolve a labor dispute between union bus drivers and management ramped up on Friday as more than 57,000 weekday commuters in the Phoenix area were forced to find alternative routes to work for a second day. Music Review Beyoncs Mrs. Carter Show at Izod Center Beyoncs Mrs. Carter Show tours top at the Izod Center was no tribute to wifely self-effacement, but a celebration of a high-achieving Everywoman balancing love and independence.

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