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News Feed Latest worldwide news Ask Well Is It Better to Bike or Run? The Phys Ed columnist Gretchen Reynolds answers readers questions on fitness. Dragon Con nerd pilgrimage pangs Atlanta's Dragon Con has built a reputation as an annual destination for acceptance and appreciation of all things nerdy. Over 25 years the convention has grown from a crowd of 1,400 to an expected 55,000 people this year. Here's a history of its birth and growing pangs. Shell-shock Maine lobsterman finds two-tone crustacean BOWDOINHAM, Maine (Reuters) - It's not quite winning the lottery, but the odds are about as remote A lobsterman off the coast of Maine recently hauled in an almost perfectly two-toned lobster - half orange, half brown. Why the global economy will not affect India Nov. 14 - Tulsi Tanti, the chairman and managing director of Suzlon Energy, sits down with Chrystia Freeland to discuss the global economy and how India will not be affected like European countries have been. House Bid to Undo Dialysis Cuts Shows Lobbyists Muscle Many members of Congress who voted to eliminate over $500 million a year in federal government waste now want to reverse that move, demonstrating lobbyists muscle. UPDATE 2-Verizon, Vodafone to announce $130 bln US deal on Monday * Full terms expected after London stock market closes Monday Ten-year-old boy wins Alaska's contest for giant cabbages PALMER, Alaska (Reuters) - A 10-year-old boy has won Alaska's annual giant cabbage contest, submitting a 92.3-pound (41.9 kg) specimen named "Bob" to officials at the state fair. A Rebuilt Revis Is Looking Ahead, Not Back Darrelle Revis, traded by the Jets in April, knows that the Buccaneers are taking a chance that he can recover fully from a torn knee ligament. But Im betting on myself. Wouldnt you? Revis said. The Media Equation Campaign Journalism in the Age of Twitter A far younger campaign reporter now feeds a never-ending news cycle named Twitter. Giant King Kong storms the stage He is a towering figure in the history of cinema, a colossus who has frightened and thrilled audiences in equal measure. Now King Kong, the famous silverback from the silver screen, is roaring and pounding his way onto the theatrical stage. On YouTube, Comedy Troupe Tickles Brazil and Ruffles Feathers The farcical skits by Porta dos Fundos have placed their Internet channel among the fastest-growing in the world. Football Liverpool still perfect No wonder Liverpool manager Brendan Rodgers gave the thumbs up. Liverpool beat fierce rival Manchester United to make it three wins in as many league games this season. Arsenal, meanwhile, downed Tottenham. Teva to drop depression treatment after trial fails Aug 30 (Reuters) - Generic drugmaker Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd said it will stop development of a depression treatment after a late-stage trial failed to show the drug was more effective than placebo. What I Love Lee Child and the Macho of Minimalism The author of the Jack Reacher books lives in a Manhattan apartment thats stripped down for action. Colombia deploys troops after protests Fifty thousand soldiers will patrol the streets of Bogota, Colombia, after violent protests that left at least two people dead and dozens injured, President Juan Manuel Santos announced Friday. You're the Boss Blog My Search for a Smart Way to Share Profits My previous practice had been to hand out bonuses when I felt rich and happy. But that seemed arbitrary. Egypt's missing protesters CNN's Karl Penhaul reports on the protesters who have gone missing during Egypt's unrest. Datapoints Income Gap Grows Wider (and Faster) Income inequality has grown for decades in the United States, but by one measure it has accelerated during the Obama administration. CORRECTED-Two U.S. traders plead guilty in Venezuelan bank bribery case (Corrects 12th paragraph to say law at issue is the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act; corrects spelling of Banfoandes in paragraph 8) Ireland mourns 'keeper of language' poet Seamus Heaney DUBLIN (Reuters) - Seamus Heaney, one of the world's best-known poets and winner of the 1995 Nobel Prize for literature, died on Friday after a short illness at the age of 74, his family said. The Jets Future Seems Haunted by Their Checkered Past The Geno Smith era had to begin like this. Despite a regime change, they are still confronting underlying issues, issues illuminated by this quarterback saga. Don't fear talking about race Ruben Navarrette says the media shouldn't tiptoe around the issue of race in service of a political or social goal Fired Paraguayan bus drivers have themselves nailed to crosses ASUNCION (Reuters) - Eight Paraguayan bus drivers have had themselves nailed to crosses to protest being fired by a transportation company after it rejected their plea for higher pay, a lawmaker said on Friday. Pampering cows the Wagyu way Japanese Wagyu beef is considered to be one of the best meats in the world; tender and succulent. Its cuts can sell for more than 250 -- and I haven't had the chance, or the cash, to try it. Well Poor Oral Health Is Linked to Cancer-Causing Virus Researchers report a greater risk of the human papillomavirus, HPV, but other experts questioned the study. Obama to seek authorization from Congress for military action against Syria Aug. 31 - President Barack Obama told the American people he has decided in favor of military action against Syria but will seek authorization from Congress. Rough cut (no reporter narration). Analysis How much Europe is too much Europe? BRUSSELS (Reuters) - In the dark days of Europe's debt crisis in 2012, when it seemed Greece might be forced out of the euro and the single currency could implode, leaders believed "more Europe" was the only answer. Trevino Merion win changed me Lee Trevino recounts his 1971 victory at Merion Golf Club, which will also host this year's U.S. Open. Whats On Friday Television highlights. Warming helps crop pests spread north, south study OSLO (Reuters) - Crop-damaging pests are moving towards the poles at a rate of more than 25 km (16 miles) a decade, aided by global warming and human transport, posing a potential threat to world food security, a study showed on Sunday. Summer festivals highlight Lebanese resilience in shadow of war BEIRUT (Reuters) - Hours after bombs ripped through the Lebanese city of Tripoli this month, concertgoers gathered for the opening performance of the Baalbek music festival. But it wasn't in Baalbek, and the planned star didn't come. Appeals court upholds California ban on foie gras LOS ANGELES, Aug 30 (Reuters) - California can continue to ban the sale of foie gras, a federal appeals court ruled on Friday, in a setback for producers of the delicacy who have sought to ship it to the state. Beautiful Congo, beyond conflict Congo has a reputation for violence, but this beautiful country can be the breadbasket of Africa, and an economic powerhouse, says one campaigner. Late drama as Bayern Munich claim Super Cup Bayern Munich beat Chelsea on 5-4 penalties to win a pulsating UEFA Super Cup showdown in Prague Friday after equalizing with the last kick of extra time. 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. Verizon, Vodafone to announce $130 billion U.S. deal on Monday NEW YORK/LONDON (Reuters) - Verizon Communications and Vodafone plan to announce a $130 billion deal on Monday that will give the U.S. telecom giant complete control of Verizon Wireless, subject to final board approval, people familiar with the matter said. Wealth Matters Fertility Treatments Produce Heirs Their Parents Never Knew In vitro fertilization can result in children born well after the death of one or even both parents, complicating inheritance laws. Living With Cancer Is It Back? The tunnel vision of cancer focuses me obsessively on myself. Perhaps all diseases bring egotism in their wake, for people in distress find it hard to think of anything else. Euro Tour denies U.S. takeover The chief executive of golf's European Tour has dismissed reports the organization could be bought out by its American counterpart the PGA Tour. Really? The Claim Yawning Is Contagious Between Dogs and Their Owners Researchers have confirmed what many pet owners have long suspected Dogs, too, are contagious yawners.

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