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News Feed Latest worldwide news ArtsBeat National Library of Sweden to Recover Stolen Books Two valuable rare books that were stolen from the National Library of Sweden will be returned on Wednesday. In South Africa, Concern Over Attacks A wave of violence aimed at immigrants in poor black communities outside Cape Town has raised fears among residents, shopkeepers and advocates. Mickelson My 'greatest day' A tearful Phil Mickelson tells CNN his 22-year battle to win golf's British Open is "probably" his greatest accomplishment. POSCO's global expansion plan hits India roadblock SEOUL, July 25 (Reuters) - Some investors in South Korean steelmaker POSCO are starting to sour on a long-delayed $12 billion project for a steel mill in India's Odisha state that was once hailed as a profit driver. Pentagon offers to share airwaves with industry, FCC seeks comment (Reuters) - The U.S. Defense Department is proposing to share some of its radio airwaves with the private sector, a nod to growing pressure from the wireless industry and the Obama administration for federal agencies to ease their control of valuable spectrum. Samoan airline goes large June 28 - Samoa Air which charges passengers by their weight launches an extra-large seat service for the fuller figure. Paul Chapman reports. Recall of popular Japanese Kanebo-brand skin whitener When Yuki Izumoto developed ugly white patches on her neck, hands and face nearly a year ago, her dermatologist had no answers for her. Sports Spread British Open history favours the heavyweights July 18 - A look at which of the world's top golfers are worth a punt in the chase for the Claret Jug. Plus, betting on the 2nd Ashes Test at Lord's. Caroline Kennedy Picked to Be Ambassador to Japan President Obama moved to give the scion of Americas most enduring political dynasty a diplomatic post that had often gone to political heavyweights. Dell shareholders convene again to vote on founder's buyout offer ROUND ROCK, Texas, July 24 (Reuters) - Dell Inc shareholders converge on Texas on Wednesday to vote on CEO Michael Dell's $24.4 billion buyout offer for the company after a previous meeting was... Romanian Denies Burning Stolen Art Olga Dogaru said in court that she had made up her story to protect her son, who has admitted stealing seven works of art by Matisse, Picasso and other modern masters. Senators balk at senior U.S. lawmakers' tax reform drive WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Despite talk about tax reform, U.S. senators are largely shrugging off a request that they present specific ideas for rewriting a tax code that has grown to more than 70,000 pages since it was last revamped 27 years ago. Boxing for a better life Her gloves held high, Rita Mrwebi dances in the middle of a blue boxing ring. Eyes focused straight ahead, she unleashes a flurry of thudding jabs and powerful hooks. 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. Train Derails in Spain, Killing at Least 35 A passenger train derailed on a high-speed stretch of track in northwestern Spain on Wednesday night, killing at least 35 people and leaving dozens injured in the country's worst rail accident in decades, officials said. Once Dealt for Rodriguez, Soriano May Rejoin Yanks The Yankees and the Cubs are discussing a possible trade involving Alfonso Soriano, 37, who left about a decade ago in the deal that brought Alex Rodriguz to the Bronx. Boxing Five-time champion Griffith dies Former world-class boxer Emile Griffith, who won five titles during the 1960s, died Tuesday just east of New York City, the International Boxing Hall of Fame announced. The 10 most controversial Wikipedia pages They've long been considered topics that aren't polite to discuss at the dinner table. As it turns out, politics and religion can get touchy on Wikipedia as well. Blue planet rains liquid glass Astronomers have found a deep azure blue planet orbiting another star 63 light years away -- the first time they've been able to determine the actual color of a planet outside our solar system, NASA and the European Space Agency said Thursday. U.S. senator, Pentagon fight proposed change to sex assault case rules WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The chairman of the U.S. Senate Armed Services Committee on Wednesday released letters from Pentagon officials defending the military's system for handling sexual assault cases, fending off a fellow Democratic senator's plan for sweeping changes to deal with the rise in sexual assaults. At least 19 killed in FARC clashes in Colombia At least 19 soldiers were killed over the weekend in separate clashes with rebels in Colombia, the country's president said. Sports Briefing | Soccer With Concern Over Protests, Blatter Warns Brazil FIFAs president, Sepp Blatter, said Brazil would be seen as the wrong choice as host of the 2014 World Cup if the tournament was affected by social protests. ArtsBeat New York Musical Theater Festival Report Standby The new musical is about five passengers stranded in an existential limbo. NASCAR's 'Bad Brad' NASCAR champion Brad Keselowski talks to CNN's Carol Costello about winning and honoring the tradition of the sport. Battery Seen as Way to Cut Heat-Related Power Losses Large-scale batteries of various types are being tested by some big utilities that want to store power for times when it is needed most. Immelt Economic efficiencies drive China ahead Jan 19 - In an exclusive interview with Reuters Global Editor-at-Large Chrystia Freeland, GE CEO Jeffrey Immelt says a large and educated workforce is fueling China's strength and not simply a deflated yuan. Israel may free Palestinian prisoners Israel has agreed to free a limited number of Palestinian prisoners in a goodwill gesture. U.S., Vietnam to intensify talks despite protests WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The United States and Vietnam have agreed to intensify talks on a regional free-trade agreement in hopes of finishing by the end of the year, the U.S. Trade Representative's Office said on Wednesday, following a call by labor and human rights groups for negotiations with Hanoi to be suspended. The Mayors of New York Historically, the template for choosing a new mayor of New York has resembled a pendulum, swinging from one extreme to another. Want a Yogurt With That Venti Latte? Starbucks and Danone to Join Forces Entering one of the hottest categories in food today, Starbucks will sell a yogurt jointly branded with Danone of France. With Cano Negotiations Looming, Yankees Are Bound to Like Pedroias Reported Deal A reported seven-year, $100 million contract between the Boston Red Sox and Dustin Pedroia is considerably less than what Robinson Cano is thought to be seeking from the Yankees. Good for business, bad for players? Business is booming for EPL clubs touring Asia, but is it the best way for their players to prepare for the new season? Motherlode Blog Secondary Infertility I Have One Child. Why Cant I Get Pregnant Again? My husband and I planned to have more than one child. Sometimes I wish we hadnt been so confident. At least we chose the single stroller. Commerzbank to take charge in results for Detroit debt FRANKFURT, July 24 (Reuters) - German bank Commerzbank has taken an unspecified impairment charge in its financial results on lending to the U.S. city of Detroit, it said on Wednesday, but declined... UPDATE 2-Raymond James Financial quarterly profit rises 10 pct July 24 (Reuters) - Brokerage and investment bank Raymond James Financial Inc said on Wednesday its quarterly profit rose 10 percent from last year, driven by growth in asset management revenues. KPN to sell German business KPN, the Dutch telecoms group, has agreed the sale of its German business to a subsidiary of Telefnica of Spain for 5bn in cash plus a stake in the enlarged group worth 3.1bn. Scientists warn of overwhelming costs of mental illness LONDON (Reuters) - Health systems could be "overwhelmed" by the costs of coping with mental illnesses such as dementia, depression and addiction if nothing is done now to boost investment in research, leading neuroscientists said on Thursday. Former policeman turned actor Dennis Farina dies at 69 LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - Dennis Farina, the former Chicago cop turned film and TV actor best known for his role as wise-cracking detective Joe Fontana on the hit NBC police drama "Law Order," died in Scottsdale, Arizona, on Monday, his publicist said. He was 69. Sports Briefing | Football Cowboys Players Could Be Witnesses in Brents Trial Six current or former Dallas Cowboys players have been listed by prosecutors as potential witnesses for the intoxication manslaughter trial of the former lineman Josh Brent. Theater Review Master and Margarita Is Staged at Bard College In The Master and Margarita, an adaptation of the Russian masterwork at Bard College, the Devil pays a troublemaking visit to 1930s Moscow.

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