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News Feed Latest worldwide news Scientists smell success with durian wine July 21 - Scientists in Singapore are turning their hands to wine-making, using the pungent-smelling durian as a replacement for grapes. They're still a long way from commercializing durian wine, but the researchers are confident that the so-called "King of Fruits" has potential for producing a wine that people will want to drink. Tara Cleary reports. UPDATE 2-Pioneer of sex research, Virginia Johnson, dies at 88 KANSAS CITY, Mo., July 25 (Reuters) - Sex researcher Virginia Johnson, part of the famed Masters and Johnson team who conducted groundbreaking work on human sexuality, has died in St. Louis at the age of 88. Usain Bolt declares 'I'm clean' Usain Bolt has a simple message following a string of doping scandals that have cast a shadow over athletics and Jamaican sport "I'm clean." Harrisburg Sees Path to Restructuring Debts Without Bankruptcy Filing Negotiators were said to be very close to agreeing on a settlement to refinance hundreds of millions of dollars of debt that Harrisburg, Pa., cannot pay. Tropical storm Dorian could strengthen slightly in next 48 hours -NHC Tropical storm Dorian may strengthen slightly during the next 48 hours as it moves over warmer water, the U.S. National Hurricane Center said in its latest advisory On Thursday. UPDATE 1-Southwest plane hit on its front landing gear, NTSB says NEW YORK, July 25 (Reuters) - U.S. safety investigators said on Thursday that a Southwest Airlines jetliner that crashed at LaGuardia Airport in New York on Monday landed on its front landing gear before its main landing gear touched down on the runway, a landing Southwest said was "not in accordance with our operating procedures." Nadal challenger makes a splash Pat Cash faces off with Spain's Nicolas Almagro on the sidelines of the Madrid Open. Brazil central bank calls FX swap auction; real erases losses RIO DE JANEIRO, July 25 (Reuters) - Brazil's central bank offered to sell as many as 20,000 traditional currency swaps on Thursday, continuing with its efforts to roll over 114,300 contracts that... Sports Briefing | Colleges N.C.A.A. Responds to Paterno Lawsuit The N.C.A.A. is asking a Pennsylvania court to dismiss a lawsuit filed by the family of the Joe Paterno that seeks to overturn the sanctions against Penn State. Talk show host Jimmy Fallon and wife welcome baby girl NEW YORK (Reuters) - Late night talk show host Jimmy Fallon, who will take over from Jay Leno as the host of NBC's "Tonight" show next year, said he and his wife have had their first child, a girl. Today's Economist Inflationphobia, Part III Its time for all those who have warned in recent years that inflation is looming to acknowledge that theres no basis for that view. Scientists Trace Memories of Things That Never Happened Scientists say they have created a false memory in a mouse, providing detailed clues to how such memories may form in human brains. Israeli Troupe Has Hearts Wide Open Sharon Eyal, recently of the Batsheva Dance Company in Israel, and Gai Behar have formed a new company, L-E-V, which will have its American premiere this week. Kiir flexes muscles but risks splitting South Sudan * Transition from liberation to governing is proving tough Amazon Reports Small Loss As It Focuses on Investments While Amazons razor-thin profits turned to razor-thin losses, the companys revenue increased 22 percent. Selena Gomez You are the company you keep Selena Gomez is ready to show off a new side. She's starred in a TV movie sequel to her hit Disney series, "Wizards of Waverly Place," and the edgy, R-rated drama, "Spring Breakers," and this month the former teen queen is celebrating her 21st birthday, releasing her fourth studio album and rehearsing for her first arena tour. Is legal profession fair to women? The scales of justice are beginning to balance as an increasing number of women enter the legal profession. In the UK, it is an even 50% split of gender representation, while in the U.S., female lawyers make up 70% of staff attorneys. UPDATE 5-U.S. charges SAC Capital with insider trading crimes * "Systematic insider trading" - criminal case by prosecutors Pentagon Lays Out Options for U.S. Military Effort in Syria For the first time, the Pentagon provided explicit details to Congress about the logistics, costs and risks of options for intervening in Syrias two-and-a-half-year-old war. New golf course at St. Andrews Living Golf goes behind the scenes as work starts on a new course at the home of golf. After the Fact Depicting the Colors of Space The hues assigned to distant cosmic bodies that are telescopically photographed in black and white are not just a matter of artistic license. Nicklaus expects more major wins for Tiger, lauds Mickelson (Reuters) - Jack Nicklaus remains convinced that Tiger Woods will end his five-year title drought at the majors but says that not enough credit has been given to the players who have triumphed in golf's big four events during that time. Lady Gaga to perform at VMAs, Jagger turns 70 July 25 - The latest celebrity and entertainment headlines including Lady Gaga will premiere new single at MTV VMAs, Mick Jagger turns 70 and Tuvan throat singer dies. Lindsay Claiborn reports. WRAPUP 1-United, Southwest results mixed, but revenue improving * United Airlines cuts costs to boost profit, but shares fall Food Corporations Turn to Chefs in a Quest for Healthy Flavor At companies like PepsiCo and Kellogg, white-coated lab technicians join with white-jacketed chefs to give consumers the taste they want with less salt, fat and sugar. Life on the road with Martin Kaymer Shane O'Donoghue spends time with Martin Kaymer for an insight into life on the road as a Tour pro. Irish watchdog won't probe U.S. firms over Prism VIENNA (Reuters) - A watchdog in Ireland, home to the European headquarters of Apple and Facebook, says it will not investigate them for transferring personal data to a U.S. spy agency because they have signed up to EU privacy principles. Obama aims to change topic, seize initiative in fiscal fights WASHINGTON (Reuters) - President Barack Obama told supporters on Monday that he plans to focus his agenda clearly on the economic challenges of the middle class, a theme he will lay out in a speech... UPDATE 5-U.S. charges SAC Capital with insider trading crimes * "Systematic insider trading" - criminal case by prosecutors A minute with Wong Kar Wai on 'The Grandmaster' and Kung Fu LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - Hong Kong director Wong Kar Wai, best known for pensive dramas "Chungking Express" and "In the Mood for Love," explores the life of Kung Fu master Ip Man in the new film "The Grandmaster," which will be released on August 23 in the United States. Trailside Following the Powerful to Their Vacation Spot Almost all the mayoral candidates have or will trek to Westhampton Beach, N.Y., in search of support from the wealthy and influential worshipers at the Hampton Synagogue. Should Reddit Be Blamed for the Spreading of a Smear? When the Sunil Tripathi rumor went viral after the Boston Marathon bombing, it laid bare the dysfunctional codependence between new and old media. WRAPUP 1-United, Southwest results mixed, but revenue improving * United Airlines cuts costs to boost profit, but shares fall Yankees 2, Rangers 0 Kuroda and Rivera Combine for a Shutout Hiroki Kuroda pitched seven scoreless innings for his 10th victory and Mariano Rivera posted another save as the Yankees beat the Texas Rangers Thursday to split the four-game series. Dining Michelin quality, lower price Chefs from Michelin-starred restaurants are launching restaurants with small menus, casual atmosphere and affordable prices. Second Opposition Leader Assassinated in Tunisia The killing of Mohamed Brahmi, leader of the Peoples Party, incited protests blaming the moderate Islamic party that leads the government in Tunisia, birthplace of the Arab Spring. Cancer trial results slow to see light of day study NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - U.S. law requires certain research results to be posted online within a year of a study's end date, but a new analysis found that only about half of cancer drug research results are made public after three years. Stomach virus linked to produce sickens 285 people in 11 U.S. states (Reuters) - At least 285 people in 11 states have been sickened by a parasitic infection commonly linked to fresh produce, and the exact cause of the outbreak has yet to be pinpointed, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said on Thursday. An end to rhino slaughter? D-Day for rhinos is 2026, according to South African officials -- the year the majestic mammals will near extinction if current poaching rates continue. ArtsBeat Video, Music and More in the Kitchens Fall Season Highlights of the Kitchens fall season range from video work to a performance piece about Michael Jackon to a dance premiere.

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