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News Feed Latest worldwide news Preview For Red Bulls, First Place for the Taking A win at Chivas USA on Sunday would give New York sole possession of the top spot in the Eastern Conference of M.L.S. Could Bo Xilai face death penalty? CNN's David McKenzie reports on former high-flying Chinese politician Bo Xilai, who now might face the death penalty. Women's Soccer Sky Blue Looks Beyond N.W.S.L. Playoffs As the inaugural season of the new womens league nears its conclusion, Sky Blue F.C. and the Red Bulls of M.L.S. a considering working together. Dining Review | Long Island A Review of Parkside Caf, in Seaford The Parkside Caf has bounced back from hurricane flooding, offering diners a lovely canal view and a new chef. Sports of The Times The Influence of Remaking the Racial Composition of a Sport Venus Williams, who lost Wednesday night, made a lasting impact on womens tennis with her sister Serena by inspiring a new wave of African-American players. Robin Roberts Plans to Return Full Time to Good Morning America A year after leaving the ABC morning show for a bone-marrow transplant, Ms. Roberts said she wants to get back to my full life. U.S. nuclear agency seeks input to resume Yucca Mountain review HOUSTON, Aug 30 (Reuters) - The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) on Friday said it will seek comments on how to restart the licensing process for the long-stalled Yucca Mountain nuclear waste... Nov. 25 trial date set for U.S. challenge to AMR/US Airways merger WASHINGTON, Aug 30 (Reuters) - A federal judge on Friday set a tentative Nov. 25 trial date in the U.S. government challenge to an American Airlines merger with U.S. Airways . UPDATE 1-Money manager Vilar's conviction upheld, new sentence ordered NEW YORK, Aug 30 (Reuters) - A U.S. appeals court upheld the 2008 fraud conviction of money manager and arts patron Alberto Vilar, but ordered that he be resentenced, in a decision that may set back... UPDATE 3-Congo's army occupies rebel positions in breakthrough * Diplomats say Rwandan forces move towards Congo border (Edits, adds diplomat comment) McCarron Leads Web.com Tour Finals Opener Scott McCarron took the first-round lead Thursday in the Hotel Fitness Championship, the opening event in the new four-tournament Web.com Tour Finals series. Critics Notebook The Unexpected Files Comes to Science Channel The Unexplained Files, a new television series on the Science Channel, looks at some puzzles of existence. Chinese shoppers set to become world leaders online SHANGHAI (Reuters) - China's e-commerce market is expected to leapfrog that of the United States this year to become the world's largest by total customer spending, management consultancy firm Bain Company says. Logistics behind 'floating city' Isa Soares ventures below deck to see the operation behind the scenes at the Royal Princess cruise ship. Well A Guide for Swimmers Breaking Boundaries A new book by Lynne Cox, an open water swimmer, offers lifesaving advice for the exploding ranks of triathletes and other swimmers who are escaping the confines of pools. Gadgetwise Mix Music Like a Master The EZ Pro DJ mixer from Jakks Pacific syncs to the music stored on an iOS or Android device, letting you become the DJ. Whats on Wednesday Television highlights. Tigers' Cabrera in Lineup Against Indians Detroit Tigers third baseman Miguel Cabrera will be in the lineup against the Cleveland Indians on Friday night. National Briefing | New England Massachusetts Ex-Official Refunds Contributions Former Lt. Gov. Timothy P. Murray on Thursday agreed to refund $50,000 and pay a $30,000 fine to settle accusations that he accepted illegal campaign contributions. Japan official wants Fukushima operator Tepco to be liquidated TOKYO (Reuters) - The operator of Japan's wrecked Fukushima nuclear station, Tokyo Electric Power Co, should be liquidated, as its failure to learn from its mistakes fuels insecurity, says the governor of a prefecture hosting another of the utility's atomic plants. On-fire Mickelson has eye on Player of the Year award NORTON, Massachusetts (Reuters) - Phil Mickelson, fresh off a solid start at the Deutsche Bank Championship on Friday, said he has his sights on the PGA Tour Player of the Year award but knows a FedExCup title is needed to reach that goal. Masked hero hauls bags, babies up and down Tokyo subway stairs TOKYO (Reuters) - In a green outfit with silver trim and matching mask, a superhero waits by the stairs of a Tokyo subway station, lending his strength to the elderly, passengers lugging heavy packages and mothers with baby strollers. KPN shares open 4.7 pct lower after foundation moves to block Slim bid BRUSSELS, Aug 30 (Reuters) - Shares of Dutch telecoms group KPN opened 4.7 percent lower on Friday, after an independent foundation tasked with protecting the group's interests moved to block Carlos Slim's proposed 7.2 billion-euro ($9.52-billion) takeover bid. This Life Just One Big, Happy Family? For some, a yearly get-together with relatives is a fantasy of togetherness, mutual support and love. For others, its a particular kind of hell. Deficit Talks Resuming, but Few Sound Hopeful Deficit negotiations are stalled as Republicans demand deeper Medicare cuts and President Obama insists on raising taxes on the wealthy. Highest-paid U.S. CEOs are often fired or fined study NEW YORK (Reuters) - About 40 percent of the highest-paid CEOs in the United States over the past 20 years eventually ended up being fired, paying fraud-related fines or settlements, or accepting... Gadgetwise A TV Speaker System Heard but Not Seen The Cynema Soundfield, from Niles, is a sound bar for TVs that is mounted flush to the wall, with a grille that can be painted to disappear into the dcor. Blackstone Group to acquire Dutch developer Multi Corp -Bloomberg Aug 29 (Reuters) - Private equity firm Blackstone Group LP's real estate unit is set to take over Netherlands-based real estate company Multi Corp following the completion of its restructuring,... QA Cooking With a New Computer Unless a specific program is needed say, one for creating a cookbook choosing between Mac or Windows is a matter of preference. Second-Quarter G.D.P. Revised Sharply Higher The U.S. economy accelerated more quickly than expected in the second quarter thanks to a surge in exports, bolstering the case for the Federal Reserve to wind down a stimulus program. Knox won't return to Italy for new trial American Amanda Knox will not return to Italy for a retrial in the 2007 death of her British roommate, a spokesman for the Knox family said. Cyberattack part of a bigger war? After The New York Times' website was crippled, experts warn of a broader cyberwar if Syria is attacked. Dance Listings for Aug. 23-29 A selected guide to dance performances in the New York area. Actress Valerie Harper's brain cancer nearing remission doctor NEW YORK (Reuters) - Actress Valerie Harper's brain cancer is nearing remission, her physician said in an excerpt of a documentary that was shown on NBC's "Today" show on Thursday. Obama address, bells to mark 50 years since King's 'Dream' speech WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Words from the first black U.S. president and bell ringing around the world on Wednesday will mark 50 years to the minute that civil rights leader Martin Luther King ended his... World Briefing | Middle East Egypt Dozens Tied to Brotherhood Are Detained in Under 24 Hours Egyptian authorities detained more than 60 people associated with the Muslim Brotherhood in less than 24 hours, including relatives of the groups leaders, officials said Wednesday. Gingrich Will Be Back in the Crossfire on CNN As a host of CNNs revived Crossfire, Newt Gingrich will become a member of the news media that he once criticized. And I hope to move it to the right, he said. 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. Common Sense Cuckoos Calling Reveals Long Odds for New Authors The book, written under a pseudonym by the best-selling author J. K. Rowling, became a success only after her identity was revealed. Housing recovery loses a step as pending home sales fall WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Contracts to purchase previously owned U.S. homes fell for the second straight month in July, a sign that rising mortgage rates are taking the steam out of America's housing...

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