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News Feed Latest worldwide news Obama says U.S and Pakistan have strong "people to people" connections Oct. 23 - President Barack Obama says he hopes that strong "people to people connections" between Americans and Pakistanis will be reflected in their two governments, despite occasional "tensions". Rough Cut (no reporter narration). Pooches protest proposed tax on pet food October 15 - Dogs and their owners in Mexico City protest a 16% tax hike on pet food saying the increase may force owners to abandon their pets. QB Ponder Likely to Start for Vikings vs Packers The quarterback carousel hasn't stopped turning for the Vikings and it seems to spin more wildly out of control each week. The Lede Adelson Suggests U.S. Nuclear Strike on Iran Ahead of Negotiations Sheldon Adelson, a leading donor to conservative politicians who share his staunch support for Israel, suggested that the United States should begin negotiations with Iran over its nuclear program by launching an atomic strike on the Iranian desert. Brazil's World Cup worries grow Brazil's preparations for the 2014 World Cup suffered a setback Wednesday after a judge halts construction work on World Cup stadium in Curitiba due to safety concerns. Dance therapy could help treat dizziness Oct. 22 - Scientists have discovered differences in the brain structure of ballet dancers that may help them avoid dizziness while performing pirouettes. The findings could lead to the development of dance therapy to treat patients with chronic dizziness, a condition experienced by one in four people during their lives. Jim Drury has more. ArtsBeat Revamped Les Mis Finds Its Valjean and Javert for Broadway Ramin Karimloo will play Jean Valjean and Will Swenson will be Inspector Javert in the reconceived Broadway production of Les Misrables. Soaring Prices of New Homes Defy Beijings Attempts to Cool Market On average, home prices in China's largest cities rose 9.1 percent last month from a year earlier, reflecting relatively cheap credit and the urbanization of society. Lawsuit at Worcester Paper Delays Timess Sale of The Globe A class-action suit by delivery workers at The Worcester Telegram Gazette prompted a judge to issue a temporary injunction preventing the sale of The Boston Globe. Saudi Arabia warns of shift away from U.S. over Syria, Iran DOHA/WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Upset at President Barack Obama's policies on Iran and Syria, members of Saudi Arabia's ruling family are threatening a rift with the United States that could take the alliance between Washington and the kingdom to its lowest point in years. Currents | Events A Look Toward the Future at National Design Awards The founder of the Citi Bike program is honored, as is TED. G.E. Beats Expectations With Help of Industrial Units Eleven percent growth in profit at General Electrics divisions that make aircraft engines, CT scanners and gas turbines helped the company exceed analysts expectations. Your Money Adviser What to Do With Your Retirement Plan if You Change Jobs Some questions to consider about your 401(k) account with a previous employer Cash it out, roll it over or let it ride? Brazil eyes opening skies over World Cup to foreign airlines SAO PAULO (Reuters) - Brazil will decide in December whether to open its skies to foreign airlines during the World Cup, the head of the Brazilian tourism agency Embratur said on Tuesday. Gadgetwise Paying a Premium for the Leica Name Under the stylish, Audi-designed body of a new point-and-shoot camera with the Leica logo is a Panasonic. Sketch Guy Beware Financial Comparisons With Others Sticking to the numbers makes more sense than worrying about who makes more money, a financial planner writes. World Briefing | Africa Ethiopia 2 Men Killed While Preparing a Bomb for an Attack, an Official Says The explosion took place Sunday afternoon as thousands were gathering in the capital, Addis Ababa, to watch a World Cup qualifying soccer game between Ethiopia and Nigeria Safeway CDS widen on leveraged buyout talk NEW YORK, Oct 23 (IFR) - The cost of insuring Safeway Inc's debt against default rose sharply on Wednesday on talk that a handful of buyout firms are exploring a deal for all or part of the... Well How Safe Is Cycling? Its Hard to Say Although many cyclists have strong opinions on their sports safety, theres not enough of the right data to make a conclusion. Bits Senator Raises Questions About Protecting Student Data Senator Edward J. Markey, a Massachusetts Democrat, is investigating whether federal rules governing the sharing of student data provide adequate security and privacy protections. IK closes 1.4 billion euro fund FRANKFURT, Oct 23 (Reuters) - IK Investment Partners has closed its seventh fund, collecting 1.4 billion euros ($1.93 billion) from investors, the mid-market private equity firm with focus in... Black American history gets 500-year rewind in PBS series LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - A new U.S. television documentary series reaches back 500 years to demonstrate how America's black history contained some unsettling nuances and uncomfortable truths from the start. Square Feet Manhattans Vanishing Gas Stations In a land-starved city, the oddly shaped but well-placed parcels taken up by service stations have risen in value. A Putt for Adam Scott, a Celebration for Australia Adam Scott considers it the signature moment of his career, even if it wasn't the putt that made him the first Australian to win the Masters. The Lede Adelson Suggests U.S. Nuclear Strike on Iran Ahead of Negotiations Sheldon Adelson, a leading donor to conservative politicians who share his staunch support for Israel, suggested that the United States should begin negotiations with Iran over its nuclear program by launching a nuclear attack on the Iranian desert. E.C.B. Vows Thorough Review of Banks at Risk The European Central Banks yearlong examination of 130 euro zone banks is intended to force weak ones to deal with problems such as bad loans and insufficient capital. Golf's multimillionaire pioneer The PGA Tour can make instant millionaires at virtually every one of its tournaments -- but it was not always that way. It took golf pioneer Billy Casper almost 15 years to reach seven figures in the nascent days of the pro circuit. U.S. spy chief denies French phone call logging claims The director of national intelligence for the United States says the allegation made in a French newspaper that the National Security Agency intercepted more than 70 million phone calls in France over 30 days is false. European Parliament Rejects New Subsidies for Fishing Fleets Lawmakers also voted to provide financial support for ecologically friendly measures meant to prevent overfishing, but they maintained some handouts to the commercial fishing industry. Williams' toughest challenge Serena Williams opens up about her fifth U.S. Open victory and the medical condition that almost ended her career. Well Airport Noise Linked to Heart Risk Older people living near noisy airports may have an increased risk for cardiovascular disease, a new study reports. Many Ex-Players May Be Ineligible for Payment in N.F.L. Concussion Settlement Only players with the most severe brain injuries will be compensated, and the estates of retirees who died before 2006 would be excluded, according to a draft of the proposed settlement. Grambling Players End Their Boycott After a nearly weeklong boycott over the conditions of an athletic complex and uniforms, players decided to end the boycott after reaching out to several Grambling greats. The Roma Centuries of discrimination From the time they entered Europe from India a thousand years ago, the Roma were targets of discrimination. Fed won't raise U.S. rates until well into 2015, traders bet (Reuters) - Traders are betting the Federal Reserve will wait well into 2015 to raise interest rates after a U.S. government report showed the labor market lost steam even before this month's... Science of whiskey drinking The smell of grass or a bar bathed in a red glow can affect your enjoyment of whiskey. CNN's Jim Boulden reports. As Stern Preps Exit, NBA Finals Format Changed Beginning with the 2014 NBA Finals, the higher-seeded team will host Games 1, 2, 5 and 7. The lower seed gets Games 3, 4 and 6, following the same format the NBA uses in all other rounds. Vatican suspends 'bling bishop' The Vatican said Wednesday it has suspended a German bishop who has come under fire for his extravagant lifestyle. Well Five Ways to Fill a Pepper Peppers of all shapes and colors are still on offer at autumn markets. Ive been buying them by the bagful and stuffing them with all sorts of fillings, some traditional, most not. Tessa Crompton, Andrew Plaisted The bride and groom met at Cornell, from which they graduated.

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