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News Feed Latest worldwide news General at Egypts Helm Leaves Country Wondering About His 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. Houston Rockets Player Accused of Stomping on Oregon Homeless Man Houston Rockets forward Terrence Jones was arrested in Oregon early on Wednesday after police said an officer saw him stomp on the leg of a homeless man who was asleep on a downtown Portland sidewalk. Out There Timeless Questions About the Universe Is time an illusion? Is there a universe, or multiverse? Finite or infinite? Will we ever know, and does it matter? 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. After Snowden, no business as usual for U.S. and Russia WASHINGTON (Reuters) - After causing weeks of embarrassment for the U.S. intelligence community, the Edward Snowden saga has now cast a shadow over international efforts to end the Syrian civil war and deal with Iran, and could also undermine White House hopes for a nuclear arms reduction deal. Ricky Williams Eager to Mold Young Minds as Coach Ricky Williams can't change the past and wouldn't want to even if he could. ArtsBeat Denzel Washington and Diahann Carroll to Star in A Raisin in the Sun on Broadway The actors will star in a Broadway revival of the classic drama in the spring of 2014. No charges filed over Chile mine collapse Who's to blame for the mine collapse that trapped 33 workers underground for months in Chile? No one, according to prosecutors, who closed the case after a lengthy investigation. Fed's Bullard economy improving but needs to get stronger BOSTON (Reuters) - A top Federal Reserve official said on Friday the U.S. economy was improving modestly but needs to gather more steam, while cautioning that the central bank ought to wait for more... Movie Review The Artist and the Model, Starring Jean Rochefort The Artist and the Model centers on an elderly sculptor who finds the inspiration to work on a final masterpiece when a young Spanish woman enters the household. Stanford's Rodgers Tops Western Amateur Qualifying Stanford's Patrick Rodgers topped the 16 match-play qualifiers Friday in the 111th Western Amateur, shooting a 3-under 69 at The Alotian Club for a record 18-under 270 total. Bits Blog 3-D Printing the 19th Century Nearly 6 million U.S. patents are in the public domain, and one New York attorney is resurrecting a handful of forgotten inventions by way of 3-D printing. Ask an Expert Answers About Rheumatoid Arthritis, Part 3 Dr. Vivian P. Bykerk, a rheumatologist, answers questions about new tests and treatments, diet and medications. Butler Hires Miller as Coach to Replace Outgoing Stevens Butler announced it was promoting the recently hired assistant Brandon Miller to replace Brad Stevens, who took the head job with the Boston Celtics. Currents | QA A Blacklist Delays Book on Iran Iranian Living Room presents photos of people at home in Iran. But when the publisher tried to sell it on its Web site using PayPal, the orders were initially blocked. Soccer Australian National Team Seeks Competition in Asia Since becoming a member of the Asian Football Confederation, Australia has seen a rise in its soccer fortunes as its players take on a more technical aspect. App Smart Apps for Arts and Crafts Projects for Families Apps like Foldify and PaperChibi are jammed with arts and crafts ideas that let you and your children create real-life playthings. 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. UPDATE 2-Spicy earnings, outlook lift shares in Chili's Grill owner to new high * Shares rise as much as 8 pct (Adds comments from CEO, analyst; updates shares) 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. June construction spending falls unexpectedly WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Construction spending unexpectedly fell in June, a possible sign that government budget cuts and a sharp rise in interest rates were weighing on the economy. Kerry Says Egypts Military Was Restoring Democracy in Ousting Morsi Secretary of State John Kerrys blunt comments represented the strongest endorsement yet by the United States of the military intervention, which the Obama administration has refused to call a coup. Well Making the Case for Eating Fruit Fresh fruit should not become a casualty in the sugar wars, many nutrition experts say. U.S. hero goes back for wingman The last time Thomas Hudner was in North Korea, he was fighting for his life. Scorer of first NBA points dies Ossie Schectman may not have had the hops of Michael Jordan, the strength of Wilt Chamberlain, or the touch of Jerry West. But he'll always be the first -- the first man to score a point in NBA history. Japans Finance Minister Retracts Statement on Nazis The official, Taro Aso, said his remarks were intended to provoke a calm debate over whether to change the countrys pacifist Constitution. Explain Obamacare at last Dean Obeidallah says Obama's health care plan would attract broad support -- if only the public fully understood it 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... Spacewalkers leave space station for outside chores CAPE CANAVERAL, Florida (Reuters) - Two astronauts left the International Space Station on Tuesday for a day of maintenance tasks, including installing a power cable needed for a new Russian laboratory due to be installed this year. Scientists find how 'obesity gene' makes people fat LONDON (Reuters) - Scientists have unraveled how a gene long associated with obesity makes people fat by triggering increased hunger, opening up potential new ways to fight a growing global health problem. Why Egypt needs the Brotherhood More than a week after the Egyptian military ousted the Islamist-led presidency of Mohamed Morsy, the Muslim Brothers, from which Morsy hails, continue to mobilize their followers on the streets and demand the reinstatement of Morsy. You're the Boss Blog Why We Fire Lenders (and Borrowers) A loan broker writes that it is important for both parties in a loan negotiation to be forthright in their dealings. Theater Review Murmurs Brings Slapstick to the Lincoln Center Festival Murmurs, a mime/circus show by Victoria Thierre Chaplin, explores illusions with a strange set and surreal scenes. Not every woman has to be a CEO Women have been some of Sheryl Sandberg's harshest critics, but the thousands who gathered over the weekend in Chicago at BlogHer, the largest conference in the world for women bloggers, fully embraced the "Lean In" author, crowding around her for a handshake and a personal photo and giving her a standing ovation after her keynote appearance. Currents | Outdoors An Outdoor Shower Inspired by P.S. 122 The shower manufactured by Oborain was named after the New York City school-turned-performance-space. Confederations Cup lessons Brazil's 3-0 win over Spain in the Confederations Cup final brought to an end an event that was designed as a test run for the 2014 World Cup hosts. Clashes Leave Scores of Afghan Police and Taliban Dead The fighting, in Nangarhar Province, started with the killing of a tribal elder by the Taliban. Well Summer Taco Nights This week, the Recipes for Health columnist Martha Rose Shulman offers a refreshing take on the taco, beginning with two delicious summer salsas. Television Review On The Profit, Marcus Lemonis Rescues Small Businesses The new American dream, as depicted on CNBCs reality series The Profit, celebrates the big guy, not the little guy. You're the Boss Blog A Business Owner Weighs the Risks of Choosing the Wrong Investor Does YogaFit need venture capital or a chief operating officer?

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