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News Feed Latest worldwide news West Says U.N. Nears Syria Resolution Two diplomats said they had reached a consensus on the broad elements, including a reference to sanctions should Syria fail to comply with its obligations. U.S. Military Deaths in Afghanistan The Department of Defense has identified 2,261 American service members who have died as a part of the Afghan war and related operations. Benchmark's Bill Gurley on writing "Above the Crowd" Gurley explains the through process of his writing and what he hopes to achieve with it. Recipes for Health Easing Into Fall, Taking Eggplant With You Five recipes for putting the final summer bounty of meaty, delicious eggplant to good use. How success hinders innovation Economist and author Noreena Hertz explains why it pays to not get stuck in your own success and make choices with your eyes wide open. Russian parents group asks Putin to cancel Elton John concert media MOSCOW (Reuters) - A Russian parents' committee has asked President Vladimir Putin to cancel a planned concert by gay musician Elton John, saying he intended to violate a ban on "homosexual... Expert Promoter didn't pressure Jackson's doc The doctor convicted in Michael Jackson's death did not appeared to be pressured by AEG Live, an expert hired by the concert promoter testified Friday. Senator Persists Battling Health Law, Irking Even Many in His Own Party Many Republicans abandoned Senator Ted Cruz in his fight over the health care law, which stretched into the early hours Wednesday morning on the Senate floor. Gadgetwise Pro-Grade Headphones With a Striking Look The audio company Munitio has a keen eye for detail, and it shows in its new Pro40 model over-ear headphones. T Magazine Food Matters | Stockholms New Casual Bistros In the midst of the New Nordic food movement, Stockholms top chefs are resurrecting the traditional bakficka, or back pocket bistro, offering menus that tend to be both innovative and casual. Japan's Advantest warns of third annual net loss as chip demand cools TOKYO (Reuters) - Advantest Corp, the world's largest maker of chip testing equipment, warned it would post a net loss for a third year in a row, as demand for chips for smartphones and tablets fell short of its expectations. City Room Quick Change in Williamsburg Metropolitan Diary A security camera caught a woman changing out of her Hasidic clothing into an outfit more appropriate for secular entertainment. T Magazine After Hours | The Origin Story of Midler and Manilow, in Music and Words The Bette Midler impersonator Donna Maxon paid tribute to the divas early days when she performed at a gay bathhouse in Manhattan, with Barry Manilow accompanying her on piano. Officials Detail Premium Costs of Health Plan The Obama administration highlighted premiums for consumers in states where the federal government will run new insurance markets starting next week, with costs it said were generally lower than prior estimates. Sports Briefing | Tennis Murray to Have Surgery Andy Murray will have surgery for a lingering back problem and will miss the rest of the season. Senna vs. Fangio Who is the greatest? Senna vs. Fangio Who is the greatest? US STOCKS-Wall St dips for 5th day on budget debate, Wal-Mart * Wal-Mart shares down after report it will curtail orders Carnival leads FTSE lower, energy stocks pressured LONDON, Sept 25 (Reuters) - Britain's top shares fell on Wednesday, led down by Carnival after a profit warning triggered downgrades, while Centrica and SSE fell after the opposition Labour Party... The top films at the North American box office LOS ANGELES, Aug 25 (Reuters) - Following are the top 10 movies at North American (U.S. and Canadian) box offices for Friday to Sunday, led by "Lee Daniels' The Butler" at No. 1, according to studio estimates compiled by Reuters. 1 (1) Lee Daniels' The Butler.............$ 17.0 million 2 (2) We're the Millers...................$ 13.5 million 3 (*) Mortal Instruments City of Bones...$ 9.3 million 4 (*) The World's End.....................$ 8.9 million 5 (5) Planes......... ScienceTake Scientific Discovery, Frame by Moving Frame This week, we begin a new video series that will take you inside the labs and give you a narrated view of research as it happens. Most powerful female politician? Frugal, discreet and boring -- just some of the ways Angela Merkel has been described by peers and in the global press. As Germans head to the polls Sunday, CNN looks at how the German chancellor became the most powerful woman in the world. Apple announces new desktops Apple has updated its entire iMac line of products with Intel's latest quad-core processors, new graphics, next-gen Wi-Fi and faster PCIe flash storage. Smoak's 3-Run HR Nearly Ends Royals' Playoff Hopes Justin Smoak hit a three-run homer in the fifth inning and the Seattle Mariners beat Kansas City 4-0 on Tuesday night, putting the Royals' postseason hopes in serious jeopardy. Global shares higher, dollar struggles on policy debate NEW YORK (Reuters) - Stocks rose on Tuesday after days of declines but gains were muted by a lack of clarity on U.S. fiscal and monetary policies, while major currencies held in tight ranges. World Bank approves $140 million for Myanmar electricity WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The World Bank's board on Tuesday approved a $140 million interest-free loan to fund a more efficient power plant in Myanmar, as the bank seeks to support reforms in the Southeast Asian country. Former F.B.I. Agent to Plead Guilty in Press Leak Donald Sachtleben, a former bomb technician, agreed to plead guilty to leaking classified details about a foiled bomb plot in Yemen, the Justice Department announced. U.S. Venezuelan president's plane was cleared U.S. officials said Friday that -- contrary to earlier Venezuelan government claims -- the aircraft of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro has been granted permission to enter U.S. airspace on Maduro's flight to China. Recipes for Health Lasagna With Tomato Sauce and Roasted Eggplant A delicious and hearty do-ahead dish. Amanda Bynes' drunk driving case moved to mental health court LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - The drunk driving case against troubled actress and former teenage star Amanda Bynes has been moved to the mental health court at the request of her attorney, a Los Angeles judge ruled on Tuesday. U.N. inspectors back in Syria to look at chemical weapons claims U.N. inspectors returned to Syria on Wednesday to look into at least a half-dozen claims of chemical weapons use -- some allegedly by the regime, others allegedly by rebels. Behind scenes with Solheim stars Living Golf goes behind the scenes at the biggest tournament in women's golf. Police at North Carolina university kill gunman near campus WINSTON-SALEM, North Carolina (Reuters) - Campus police at North Carolina Central University in Durham shot and killed a man armed with a shotgun in an incident that prompted a three-hour lockdown at the school, university officials said on Tuesday. Scientists grow new stem cells in a living mouse LONDON (Reuters) - Scientists have succeeded in generating new stem cells in living mice and say their success opens up possibilities for the regeneration of damaged tissue in people with conditions ranging from heart failure to spinal cord injury. State lawmaker, city councilor lead first-round vote for Boston mayor BOSTON (Reuters) - A state representative with strong ties to Boston's labor movement and a former teacher turned city councilor focused on improving the school system emerged as the top two contenders in Boston's preliminary mayoral election on Tuesday. U.S. regulators call on banks to help spot abuse of older people WASHINGTON (Reuters) - U.S. regulators on Tuesday said banks may be positioned to identify older people who have fallen prey to financial scams and clarified that firms can report suspected abuse. Brazil Rousseff says Telefonica deal implications up to regulator NEW YORK, Sept 25 (Reuters) - Brazil's President Dilma Rousseff said on Wednesday it would be up to antitrust regulator Cade to decide the future of local businesses linked to Spanish Telecom group Telefonica, which has struck a deal to gradually secure control of Telecom Italia. Your Money Adviser Businesses Manage Medical Bill Payment Plans Payment services let patients pay bills over time and let hospitals get paid for care immediately. BUYOUTS-Insurance broker targeting Hispanic market does biggest deal NEW YORK, Sept 25 (Reuters-BUYOUTS) - Private equity-backed insurance broker Confie Seguros is buying the retail auto insurance unit of Affirmative Insurance Holdings in its largest in a series of acquisitions to build up its business with Hispanic customers around the United States. Cyrus pop's wildest child In the backroom of a tattoo parlor on North La Brea Avenue in L.A., Miley Cyrus is about to get some new ink. T Magazine Accommodations | A Vacation Rental Platform for Jet-Setters Onefinestay, an up-and-coming service in the mold of Airbnb and HomeAway, offers properties and perks for guests used to four-star hotels.

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