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Domestic Lives Face to Face With My Inner Mean Old Man
The writer takes retribution against noisy neighbors by screaming at them in a haunted house. By invitation, of course.


Drownings Put Migration at Fore of European Meeting
The question of how to share the burden of the waves of refugees crossing the Mediterranean is dividing the European Union after more than 360 drowned off Sicily this month.


Doctor and Patient Should Medical School Last Just 3 Years?
For several years, medical educators have been engaged in an increasingly heated, and occasionally cantankerous, debate about streamlining medical education and training.


Advertising Ad-Sponsored Editorial Content Draws Regulators Notice
The use of editorial content for promotional purposes is being scrutinized by an investigative unit administered by the Council of Better Business Bureaus.


The 30-Minute Interview Dana L. Moskowitz
She and three other principals bought Winoker Realty after its founder died in an accident; they renamed it Evo Real Estate Group.


Handbag maker Coach warns of further fall in North America sales
(Reuters) - Coach Inc , known for its Poppy handbags, posted a steep fall in sales in North America, its largest market, and forecast further declines through the rest of its financial year as it...


EU heads' fury over U.S. spying claims
European Union leaders gather for a summit that may be overshadowed by claims the U.S. has been spying on its European allies.


Special Report Poland's roads to ruin
MSZANA, Poland (Reuters) - When Poland started handing out billions of euros worth of contracts for a wave of road-building five years ago, everyone was meant to benefit.


Well Everyday Jet Lag
How sleeping against type can affect your health.


Harlem River, Cut Off From Public, Is Getting a Push Out of Isolation
The river is cut off by train tracks and highways, but there is progress and a promise of a greener landscape for Upper Manhattan and the Bronx.


NQ Mobile shares drop 47 percent, targeted by short seller
NEW YORK (Reuters) - NQ Mobile Inc shares plummeted on Thursday, their biggest daily decline ever, after the noted short seller Muddy Waters Research Group called the company a "massive fraud," charges the company said it "rejects as false."


Senate leader McConnell a big loser on Election Day
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell set two top goals for the 2012 election a Republican takeover of the Senate and the defeat of President Barack Obama.


Sophia Loren wins 40-year battle with Italian tax man
ROME (Reuters) - It was a long time coming - nearly 40 years to be precise - but Sophia Loren finally got her revenge against someone who many love to hate the tax man.


UPDATE 2-White House presses Senate to delay new Iran sanctions
(Adds analyst, Johnson spokesman confirming meeting, details on EU sanctions, background)


GLOBAL MARKETS-Asian shares edge up, dollar pinned near 2-yr low vs euro
TOKYO, Oct 25 (Reuters) - Asian shares edged up on Friday and the dollar was hemmed in near a two-year low against the euro on expectations the U.S. Federal Reserve would maintain its massive monetary stimulus into 2014.


Living Golf meets Samuel L. Jackson
Amanda Davies gets a crash course in golf from actor Samuel L. Jackson, who always makes time for his favorite sport.


Indonesian designers defy stereotypes of Muslim fashion
JAKARTA (Reuters) - As the world's most populous Muslim country, Indonesia has high demand for clothing that adheres to religious rules emphasizing modesty for women.


Maker of Animated GIFs Waits for Offbeat Moments
Tim Burke of Deadspin is known for his ability to capture the moment whether as a still, a video clip or a GIF better, faster, more frequently and from more sports events than just about anyone.


Square Feet Club Monaco Will Offer Books and Coffee Alongside Fashion
A clothiers partnerships with other businesses at a new Flatiron district store are a way to set it apart from competitors.


Bacon painting expected to break record at New York auction
Oct. 14 - Francis Bacon's triptych painting of Lucien Freud is expected to sell for nearly $100 million USD. Sharon Reich reports


Bonita Spence, a Referee Who Had a Cheering Section, Dies at 52
Well known in the world of basketball, Ms. Spence also worked as an investigator in the public defenders office in Newark, N.J.


Mother of bullied Florida girl seeks funeral donations
TAMPA, Florida (Reuters) - The mother of a 12-year-old Florida girl who committed suicide last month apparently after being bullied at school and on the Internet, announced a crowd-funding effort in Tampa on Thursday to help pay for funeral expenses.


Criticism of United States Mideast Policy Increasingly Comes From Allies
As America grapples with intractable problems over its policies on Iran and Syria, it has run into a buzz saw of criticism from Israeli and Saudi Arabian leaders.


Breakingviews Credit Suisse shoved into more restructuring
Oct. 24 - The Swiss bank's Q3 was marred by a bigger fall in fixed income than most U.S. peers. Achieving decent returns from lower risk is a struggle. But reducing pay faster would help, says Breakingviews


Tibetan Monks Describe a Web of Unseen Controls
Behind closed doors, many Labrang Monastery monks complain about intrusive government policies that they say are strangling their culture and identity.


Pitino, One of 12 Inductees, Recalls Great Journey
Rick Pitino, who has led three teams to the Final Four, winning two N.C.A.A. championships, was among those enshrined in the Basketball Hall of Fame.


The Caucus 10 Questions for Matt Bevin, Mitch McConnells Tea Party Challenger
John Harwood of The Times and CNBC interviewed Matt Bevin who is challenging Senator Mitch McConnell of Kentucky in a Republican primary.


Youre the Boss Blog How Does an Owner Who Stepped Away Reassert Control?
Bibby Gignilliat, founder of a company that offers cooking classes as team-building events, wants to re-engage with the business to meet her long-term goals.


America Movil third-quarter profit nearly halves
MEXICO CITY, Oct 24 (Reuters) - Latin America's biggest phone company America Movil on Thursday said its third-quarter profit almost halved.


Weatherman eats cat vomit
A WFSB meteorologist found out the hard way why eating something off the floor is never a good idea.


Human rights reports renew debate on Obamas drone policies
Oct. 22 - The debate on drone strikes takes center stage as two human rights groups release reports condemning the Obama administration's use of drones. Produced by Nathan Frandino.


Tool Kit Going Contract-Free Finding a Phone and Plan That Fit
No-contract cellphone plans are on the rise, with plenty of options available. Making the best choice means doing your research before making any move.


Hard Cases Testing the Limits of Terminal
When a patients health declines rapidly, its hard to pinpoint what went wrong, or whether pushing for intensive care instead of comfort care could have saved a life.


Alonso goes to bed 'proud' even in 'Vettel era'
GREATER NOIDA, India (Reuters) - Fernando Alonso may have conceded the Formula One world title but the Ferrari driver is not losing any sleep over Sebastian Vettel's domination on the track.


Weakening Raymond soaks southwestern Mexico, no serious damage
ACAPULCO, Mexico (Reuters) - More heavy rain spawned by Hurricane Raymond as it churns over the Pacific fell on southwestern Mexico on Tuesday, soaking areas hit by record flooding last month, but forecasters said the storm was weakening and appeared unlikely to reach land.


Motherlode Blog Our Last Name Meant Bad Luck. So We Changed It.
Our family name meant bad luck man in Polish, German, Dutch, Hungarian and Czech. When half of Europe reads it, they think instantly of misfortune. Who would want to saddle their children with that?


UPDATE 1-Spain's Service Point applies for creditor protection
MADRID, Oct 24 (Reuters) - Indebted Spanish printing company Service Point Solutions SA has applied for creditor protection, it said on Thursday, after talks with its lenders failed.


Cardinals Manager Matheny 'Embarrassed' After Loss
The St. Louis Cardinals could hardly have made a worse start to the World Series. It may be only one game in a best of seven series, but already the odds are stacked against the red birds and even their manager called it "embarrassing".


Asian shares try to find footing after tumble
TOKYO (Reuters) - Asian shares tried to steady on Thursday following a tumble sparked by concerns about China's economic outlook, and the dollar languished near a two-year low against the Swiss franc.


Pakistani Premier Meets Obama to Mend Ties
Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif visited the White House on Wednesday, seeking to bolster his new civilian government and mend the frayed relationship between his country and the United States.


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