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News Feed Latest worldwide news Rouhani to change U.S. relations? Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has made a series of gestures in an effort to end Iran's nuclear row with the West. But why has the move come and can it succeed? U.S. agency moves toward major study of 'patent trolls' WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The U.S. Federal Trade Commission on Friday took another step toward a comprehensive study of "patent trolls" - companies in the business of buying and asserting patents - to... Samsung to make curved smartphone Samsung plans to introduce a smartphone with a curved display screen, an executive of the South Korean company said Wednesday. College Football Around the Country Teams, players and games that stood out in the third week of college football. Miss Philippines crowned Miss World A new Miss World was crowned Saturday, and though she competed as Miss Philippines, she hails from the United States. Michelle Sabia, Joseph Roszkowski The bride is a senior financial analyst for LexisNexis. The groom is a research analyst at Unicom Capital, a hedge fund in New York. Well Scans More Likely if Doctors Have Financial Stake A new study suggests that doctors with a financial interest in M.R.I. machines may be more likely to order the scans even when clinical findings suggest they are unnecessary. Environmental Damage in Bangladesh The garment and textile industries in Bangladesh have contributed heavily to what experts describe as a water pollution disaster. UPDATE 1-I039;m buying more Barclays shares, says ousted boss Diamond LONDON, Sept 27 (Reuters) - Bob Diamond, who was ousted last year as the boss of British bank Barclays Plc, said it has grown stronger since he left and he plans to buy shares in its 6 billion-pound ($9.6 billion) rights issue. Robert Barnard, Award-Winning Writer of British Crime Cozies, Dies at 76 Mr. Barnard, the author of 40 novels, was an accomplished creator of the cozy genre, murder mysteries that feature picturesque settings, colorful characters and minimal violence. Feminism isn't a drag for Kurd men Last April, images of Kurdish men dressed in drag started making the rounds on Facebook. In Britain, Learning That Tailgating is as American as Their Football Millions of Britons follow American football, but the one thing many of them have no experience with is tailgating. Kopitar Gets Quick Goal as Kings Beat Rangers 4-1 Anze Kopitar scored 15 seconds into the game, and the Los Angeles Kings went on to a 4-1 preseason win over the New York Rangers on Friday night. Batman's crime-ridden Gotham metropolis comes to Fox TV LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - Batman's crime-ridden gritty fictional metropolis of Gotham City will be the focus of a new Fox drama, the latest comic book-inspired series to tap superheroes' ability to draw audiences to both film and TV. 5th suspect in Chicago shooting arrested Chicago police have arrested a fifth suspect in connection with a shooting that injured 13, including a 3-year-old child, earlier this month. Doctor and Patient Easing Doctor Burnout With Mindfulness Two-thirds of doctors experience the emotional, mental and physical exhaustion characteristic of burnout. New research points to mindfulness, the ability to be fully present and attentive in the moment, as a possible remedy. The harm that casinos do David Frum says casinos are more than an entertaining diversion. They extract money from those least able to afford it. Even if Federers Game Wanes, His Moneymaking Potential May Not Roger Federer has long been the most popular player on the Tour, but how will his marketability fare when he is no longer an elite player? The 'moles' who clean the Chunnel It's approaching midnight at the bottom of the English Channel and a team of eager "tunnel moles" stands poised for a busy night's work. Absa Capital wins regulatory approval for SAfrican palladium ETF ROME, Sept 29 (Reuters) - South Africa's Absa Capital has received regulatory approval for the first Johannesburg-listed palladium exchange-traded fund and plans to launch the product by the end of... Australia shares seen pushing past 5-yr highs, drop in iron ore may cap SYDNEY, Sept 27 (Reuters) - Australian shares are set to rise on Friday, possibly topping five-year highs hit last week after Wall Street snapped a five-day losing streak, but a drop in iron-ore... In Britain, Learning That Tailgating is as American as Their Football Millions of Britons follow American football, but the one thing many of them have no experience with is tailgating. New coat of arms for William and Kate A new coat of arms to represent Prince William and his wife, Catherine, as a married couple was unveiled Friday, more than two years after their televised wedding was watched by people around the globe. The power of friendship World number 2 Andy Murray focuses on his friend, ATP doubles player Ross Hutchins, who is battling cancer. College Roundup Ohio State Streak Is at 17 With Win Over Wisconsin Blake Bell threw a 54-yard touchdown pass to Sterling Shepard in the fourth quarter and No. 14 Oklahoma beat No. 22 Notre Dame, 35-21, on Saturday in South Bend, Ind. Alicia Keys Get loud about fighting HIV Bernadette's father died from AIDS complications when she was a child. Her mother never even knew he had HIV until she and her daughter tested positive years later. Doctor and Patient Easing Doctor Burnout With Mindfulness Two-thirds of doctors experience the emotional, mental and physical exhaustion characteristic of burnout. New research points to mindfulness, the ability to be fully present and attentive in the moment, as a possible remedy. Front Row Olivier Zahm Brings Purple Jeans to Closed Label The jeans are just one element of a plan to reinvigorate the label, which was popular in the 1970s and 80s. UPDATE 1-Greek far-right lawmakers to make pleas against criminal charges Tuesday * Party leader, 4 lawmakers linked to "criminal organisation" Big Challenges Remain Despite Progress on Iran A crucial question is whether the countrys divided leadership is truly willing to dismantle its formidable atomic infrastructure in order to end crippling economic sanctions. Sports Briefing | Soccer Inter Milan Rallies to Win Inter Milan defeated Fiorentina to stay in touch with the Italian league leader Roma. Sony's PS4 tops Xbox One as gamers' holiday choice Reuters/Ipsos poll SAN FRANCISCO (Reuters) - More U.S. shoppers prefer Sony Corp's upcoming PlayStation 4 than Microsoft Corp's Xbox One, according to a Reuters/Ipsos poll, as the industry's two leading videogame console makers prepare to do battle this holiday season. Weighing top line vs. waistline at McDonald's Sept. 27 - McDonald's decision to offer healthy options as part of its value meals is part of a growing health-conscious push, may be more about looks than the health of its profits. Bobbi Rebell reports. Year Zero, by Ian Buruma Ian Burumas global history of the pivotal year 1945, when a new world emerged from the ruins of war. World Briefing | Middle East Israel Violent Intifada Anniversary Hundreds of Palestinians clashed with Israeli security forces on Friday as Palestinians marked the 13th anniversary of the outbreak of the second intifada. T Magazine Model-Morphosis | Ysaunny Brito at Kenzo The photographer Greg Kessler captures the transformations of the Spring 2014 Fashion Week in Paris. Open Book Judging an Actor by His Cover James Francos appearance on the cover of a William Faulkner novel set off a brief flurry of sarcasm and outrage online. Babies rescued CNN's Fionnuala Sweeney reports on a Chinese police operation to crack down on a criminal gang trafficking in babies. Michael Sokoloves Drama High How an inspired high school theater teacher in a troubled Pennsylvania town changed lives. Personal Health Dietary Report Card Disappoints An analysis of Americans diets from 1970 to 2010 reveals we have a way to go in cutting down on harmful fats and starches to ward off obesity, diabetes and heart disease.

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