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News Feed Latest worldwide news Sesame Street Widens Its Focus With its usual silliness, Sesame Street is introducing serious concepts about nature, science, math and engineering to its target audience of children too young to read. RPT-Rattled by investigations, foreign firms in China beef up compliance * Lawyers say requests for codes of conduct and antitrust reviews are increasing The Lede Tracking the Syrian Crisis The Times will provide updates, analysis and public reaction from around the world. The Media Equation Campaign Journalism in the Age of Twitter A far younger campaign reporter now feeds a never-ending news cycle named Twitter. What would Syria action achieve? David Frum says attacking Syria could prove costly and yield little in the way of movement in the bloody civil war Winston, No. 11 Florida State Drub Pitt 41-13 One thing is for certain after Jameis Winston's electric debut for No. 11 Florida State, his blocking could use some work. The New Old Age Blog In California, Intense Debate Over Home Care California lawmakers are considering a measure requiring that home care agencies obtain licenses and that aides be certified. Rio's 'big brother' watches over city It's a blazingly warm day in Rio de Janeiro and people flock to the Copacabana beach for a swim in the sea and a round of volleyball. The World Cup and the Olympic and Paralympic Games are approaching, and from high above, the iconic Christ the Redeemer statue is watching over the city. But there are others watching, too. Icahn cutting stake in Hain Celestial by half through stock sale NEW YORK, Sept 3 (Reuters) - Activist investor Carl Icahn and his entities are cutting their stake in Hain Celestial Group Inc by roughly half, Hain said on Tuesday. Breakingviews Microsoft's mobile chains Sept 3 - Breakingviews columnists discuss how the $7.2 bln acquisition of Nokia's handset business by Microsoft will make it even harder for CEO Steve Ballmer's successor to start fresh. City Kitchen The Whole Fish and Nothing But Steaming is underappreciated, but it is an excellent, fast way to cook fish at home. South Korea unfolds future of urban driving Sept. 2 - South Korean researchers have developed an electric car that folds in half for easy parking. Called the 'Armadillo-T', the prototype vehicle is designed for commuters in busy urban areas. Rob Muir has more. Electric hemp scooter aims high as eco alternative Aug. 30 - According to its Dutch developers, an electric scooter made entirely from natural materials, including around 80 percent hemp, offers a sustainable alternative to fossil fuel power. The Be.e scooter has enough power on a single charge to travel for 80 km at speeds of up to 25 km/h - ideal for fast and flexible city travel. Matthew Stock reports. Smart highways inspire innovation Innovator Daan Roosegaarde describes how "intelligent roads" could revolutionize the future of transportation. Planned LinkedIn $1 billion stock offer is for expansion, products SAN FRANCISCO, Sept 3 (Reuters) - LinkedIn Corp said on Thursday it will sell an additional $1 billion of its Class A common stock as the Internet company moves to bolster product development and perhaps make more acquisitions. The Learning Network Blog 14 Ways to Use The Learning Network This School Year Happy academic year 2013-14! Heres what weve got on our blog and how you can use it, whether youre a teacher, a student (of any age) or a parent. Japanese scientists see end to animal testing with artificial cornea Sep. 1 - Japanese scientists say they have developed an artificial cornea to replace live animals in the testing of new cosmetics. Animal testing is banned in Europe but is still legal in Japan and the United States. The researchers believe their cornea could help end the practice completely. Tara Cleary reports. Motherlode Blog A New Airline Class for the Child-Intolerant Yet another airline aims to accommodate people who cant tolerate even the possibility of being seated near the chaos of youth. Salmonella in Spices Prompts Changes in Farming The United States Food and Drug Administrations finding that imported spices are a surprisingly potent source of salmonella poisoning has prompted India to change how they are grown and harvested. Vivus CEO resigns due to health problems Sept 3 (Reuters) - Drugmaker Vivus Inc said Chief Executive Anthony Zook resigned effective immediately due to recurring issues associated with a previously diagnosed medical condition, barely a month and a half after he assumed the role in a long-drawn proxy war. World's best fireworks displays From Bastille Day and 4th July to Chinese New Year and Disney Land, your shots of the world's greatest fireworks. Does this London tower melt cars? A new skyscraper in London is being blamed for reflecting light that melted parts of a car parked nearby. Assassination attempt in Yemen Yemeni Prime Minister Mohammed Salem Basindwa escaped an assassination attack Saturday and was unharmed, a government spokesman said. Gus, New Yorks Most Famous Polar Bear, Dies at 27 The bear, long the celebrated face of the Central Park Zoo, had to be euthanized after medical professionals found an inoperable tumor. UPDATE 2-Verizon to roadshow potential record bond issue next week NEW YORK/LONDON, Sept 3 (IFR/LPC) - Verizon Communications could steal the record from Apple for the biggest bond issue ever to hit the global markets in coming weeks, as it begins the process of raising US$50bn of bonds to pay for part of the US$130bn price take on the 45% stake in Verizon Wireless that it is buying from Vodafone. On the Runway Blog Maria Pinto Makes Another Run Maria Pinto, the Chicago designer made famous by her longtime client Michelle Obama, is starting a new business this week. CANADA STOCKS-TSX hits three-month high on China data, telecoms gain TORONTO, Sept 3 (Reuters) - Canada's main stock index rose on Tuesday to its highest in more than three months after positive Chinese data drove gains in resource shares and news of Verizon Communications Inc not entering the Canadian market pushed up telecoms stocks. The Toronto Stock Exchange's SP/TSX composite index was up 174.23 points, or 1.38 percent, at 12,828.13 shortly after the open. Restaurants Opening Soon in New York Familiar names take on new roles and some old favorite spots reopen after refurbishing. Tool Kit A Digital Back-to-School Checklist The choices for stocking up for the school year whether it be grade school or college can be overwhelming, and expensive. Here are some tips. Thai oil spill reaches tourist island July 30 - Crude oil that leaked from a pipeline in the Gulf of Thailand over the weekend has reached a tourist resort. Rough Cut (no reporter narration). 1-Year-Old Boy Is Fatally Shot in Brooklyn Antiq Hennis was in a stroller, crossing Livonia Avenue in Brownsville with his parents, when he was hit in the left side of the head by a bullet. UPDATE 1-Cash from TV deals drives record European soccer transfer spree * Real Madrid and Barcelona defy Spain's economic downturn Assassination attempt in Yemen Yemeni Prime Minister Mohammed Salem Basindwa escaped an assassination attack Saturday and was unharmed, a government spokesman said. The Week Ahead | Art Identity Puzzles From U.S. and Iran More than ever, tension among forces of cosmopolitan democracy, religious traditionalism and militaristic order roil the Middle East. Critics Notebook That 40s Pas de Deux? You Can Still Catch It The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts holds seldom-seem dance treasures in its archives. Microsoft Aquires Nokia Units, and Leader The $7.2 billion all-cash deal is meant to turn the Finnish mobile phone pioneer into the engine for Microsofts mobile efforts. Stephen Elop, the former Microsoft executive who was running Nokia, will rejoin Microsoft. FTSE rallies broadly on robust data, Syria policy doubts * Vodafone up 3.4 pct on Verizon Wireless deal expectations (Updates prices) U.S. Wont Sue to Reverse States Legalization of Marijuana The Obama administration said it would monitor operations in 20 states to make sure they do not run afoul of several enforcement priorities. Horsing around in traffic in Mexico Sept. 3 - Runaway police horses stampede through Mexico City's streets, damaging vehicles in the sprawling metropolis as they bolt from authorities. Rough Cut (no reporter narration). Whats on Saturday Television highlights.

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