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News Feed Latest worldwide news U.S. energy-related carbon pollution at lowest since 1994 WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Carbon dioxide emissions from energy production in the United States fell to 5.29 billion metric tons in 2012 - its lowest level since 1994 - despite a growing economy and rising population, according to government data released on Monday. Missouri joins U.S. states getting execution drugs from new suppliers KANSAS CITY, Missouri (Reuters) - Missouri announced on Tuesday that a "compounding pharmacy" would supply lethal injection drugs for future executions, the latest U.S. state to turn to the lightly regulated sector after major pharmaceutical companies refused to sell drugs for executions. Report slams continued antibiotic use in U.S. livestock WASHINGTON (Reuters) - U.S. regulators and livestock producers have failed to curb the use of antibiotics in cattle, pigs and poultry despite concerns that excessive use in meat production will reduce the drugs' effectiveness in humans, a panel of experts said. Universal American, GTCR sue each other over healthcare deal Oct 22 (Reuters) - Healthcare benefits provider Universal American Corp sued private equity firm GTCR LLC on Tuesday to undo a $222.3 million acquisition it said was induced by fraud, a day after GTCR filed its own lawsuit to block Universal's claims. Thick smog chokes Chinese city Schools, major roads and an airport remained closed Tuesday, as a thick cloud of filthy smog smothered the northeastern city of Harbin. Diesel exhaust pollution may disrupt honeybee foraging LONDON (Reuters) - Exposure to pollution from diesel exhaust fumes can disrupt honeybees' ability to recognize the smells of flowers and could in future affect pollination and global food security, researchers said on Thursday. Shuttle lands at California air base NASA officials Sunday waved off the first opportunity for space shuttle Endeavour to return to Earth, citing poor weather conditions. CeeLo accused of giving woman ecstasy CeeLo Green won't be charged with sexual assault, but the singer-songwriter will be prosecuted for allegedly giving ecstasy to a female victim, the Los Angeles district attorney's office said Monday. What happens to goods lost at sea? On a stormy January night in 1992, out in the Pacific Ocean, 29,000 plastic yellow ducks, blue turtles and green frogs fell from a cargo ship and were lost at sea. World Briefing | Middle East Israel Palestinian Is Killed at Army Base Israeli soldiers on Thursday fatally shot a Palestinian man who drove a construction vehicle into an army base near Ramallah in the West Bank, the Israeli military said. CeeLo Green on drug charge for ecstasy CeeLo Green won't be charged with sexual assault, but the "Voice" coach will be prosecuted for allegedly giving ecstasy to a female victim, the Los Angeles district attorney's office said Monday. From Barber Shops to Rooftops, Watching the Game Whether working or running errands, fans found ways to watch playoff baseball. Even those at the ballpark sometimes had to jockey for a better view. New Parent, Old Parent When to Decide if Your Child Needs Outside Help Parents who have weathered a childs emotional struggles are asked to share their lessons with newer parents. Today's Economist Tax Withholding Still Controversial After 70 Years Neither liberals nor conservations love tax withholding, but Congress is unlikely ever to eliminate it, an economist writes. Two women who survived Cleveland kidnapping plan book CLEVELAND (Reuters) - Two of the three Cleveland women who survived years of imprisonment after being kidnapped by school bus driver Ariel Castro will collaborate on a book about the ordeal with two Washington Post writers. Critic on the Road Germanys Culinary Stars Honoring the countrys roots while heading in new directions. UPDATE 1-Twitter obtains $1 billion credit line on road for IPO SAN FRANCISCO, Oct 22 (Reuters) - Twitter Inc has obtained a $1 billion credit line ahead of its initial public offering, the company disclosed Tuesday in an amended investor prospectus. Street Style | The Button-Down The best of readers photos from the week of Oct. 14. Suicide Bomber Strikes Bus in Southern Russia The deadly attack on a bus in Volgograd appeared to be a case of separatist violence in the North Caucasus spilling into Russias heartland. T Magazine Feeling For | Rarefied Fragrances, Now Available for the Home The heady scents of the perfume brand 12.29, which have previously graced runway shows and upscale boutiques, are now available in candles and perfumes. Private banker pay holds up in tough market ZURICH (Reuters) - Stiff competition for top private bankers has kept a floor under pay even as low interest rates, flaccid client trading and tougher regulation squeeze industry profit margins. My Story Ducking Grief After my daughters death, I try to lead a mostly normal life, but then there are the encounters that remind me of how fragile I still am. 10 things to know New Mexico It's too easy to let New Mexico off as simply "The Land of Enchantment." For the Vikings Peterson, the Death of a Young Son Is Another Devastating Turn Adrian Peterson, whose family life has been troubled, says he is trying to cope with the death in South Dakota of a 2-year-old son, who the police say was the victim of an assault. Off the Menu Kingside Opens, Momofuku Ko Is Moving and More The American brasserie with snazzy dcor and red accents is the latest venture for Marc Murphy; and more restaurant news. Banks try to sell Rue21 bridge loan NEW YORK, Oct 21 (IFR) - Bank of America Merrill, Goldman Sachs and JP Morgan have approached investors to sell a US$250 million bridge loan that part-financed the buyout of teen clothing retailer... The Week Ahead | Theater Cracked Sondheim, Newly Repaired The Menier Chocolate Factory will present Merrily We Roll Along, Stephen Sondheim and George Furths 1981 musical, Wednesday in movie theaters. Spinning Horror Into Gold The producer Jason Blums winning movie formula relies on profit-sharing, and hes thinking about applying it to television. T Magazine The Look | Saoirse Ronans Plum Benefits The actress contrasted a masculine suit with feminine lace at the BFI London Film Festival Awards on Saturday. Teen star confirmed at Toro Rosso He might only be 19 but Daniil Kvyat is ready to race with the big boys after being confirmed as Toro Rosso's new signing for the 2014 season. Hurricane looms over Mexico Oct. 22 - Hurricane Raymond swirls off Mexico, dumping the southern Pacific coastal area of Acapulco with rain. Sarah Toms reports. TLC's back with 'CrazySexyCool' movie TLC, the superstar girl group of the 1990s, is officially back with new music, a movie about them and plans to tour. Tepid U.S. job growth supports Fed's cautious stance WASHINGTON (Reuters) - U.S. employers added far fewer workers than expected in September, suggesting a loss of momentum in the economy that will likely add to the Federal Reserve's caution in deciding when to trim its monthly bond purchases. UPDATE 4-Carl Icahn cuts Netflix stake, pockets $800 mln profit (Updates to focus on Carl Icahn cutting his stake in Netflix) Coyotes Goalie Smith Scores in 5-2 Win Over Wings Coyotes goalie Mike Smith scored a goal from his own crease with just over a second left to punctuate Phoenix's 5-2 victory over the Detroit Red Wings on Saturday night. Things I wish I'd known at 15 International day of the girl 'To my 15-year-old self' Kovac Replaces Stimac as Croatia Coach Croatia Coach Igor Stimac was fired after a 2-0 loss to Scotland in a World Cup qualifying match. Will this man ever end his drought? Julien Benneteau is a talented player. He has beaten Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic. But the Frenchman just can't win a tournament. When he lost to rising star Joao Sousa in Kuala Lumpur on Sunday, he slumped to 0-9 in finals to tie an unwanted record. UPDATE 1-Ernst Young to pay $99 mln to end Lehman investor lawsuit NEW YORK, Oct 18 (Reuters) - Ernst Young has agreed to pay $99 million to former Lehman Brothers investors who have accused the auditor of helping Lehman misstate its financial records before the... UPDATE 4-Energy firm hits Iraqi Kurdistan with first major legal dispute DUBAI/LONDON, Oct 22 (Reuters) - The largest oil and gas investor in Iraqi Kurdistan has filed the first major legal case against its government over $1 billion in owed payments and production...

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