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News Feed Latest worldwide news Amid rare unity, U.N. Security Council mulls action on Syria aid UNITED NATIONS (Reuters) - After adopting a hard-fought, Russian-backed resolution to rid Syria of chemical weapons, the U.N. Security Council is now turning its attention to the country's dire humanitarian crisis, putting to the test its fragile consensus on the conflict. Vader's saber inspires light-matter A beam of light is supposed to shine off into infinity, but when Darth Vader and Luke Skywalker whip out their lightsabers for some spark-flying action, the light blades extrude like stick deodorant and then just stop. Scientists have created a new matter out of light, and they compare it to lightsabers in "Star Wars" movies. Doctor gives free weekend surgeries In Cameroon, there is only one doctor for every 5,000 people, according to the World Health Organization. Seeing his father and so many of his countrymen suffer, Georges Bwelle was determined to do something about it. CORRECTED-UPDATE 1-Carlyle invests in Dr. Dre's Beats, valuing company at more than $1 bln Sept 27 (Reuters) - Beats Electronics LLC, a maker of headphones founded by rapper Dr. Dre and music producer Jimmy Iovine, will get a $500 million investment from Carlyle Group , a person familiar... 'Princeling' gets 10 years for gang rape Li Tianyi, the son of a famous 'singing general' in the People's Liberation Army, is sentenced 10 years in jail over a gang rape that unleashed public outrage at the behavior of China's "princelings," or children of the political elite. T Magazine Feeling For | The Enduring Appeal of the Patagonia Fleece The California sportswear brand has enjoyed a resurgence of popularity among the fashion set simply by sticking to its utilitarian roots. California solar policy costing all utility customers report LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - California's non-solar homeowners are paying a growing share of maintaining the power grid under a controversial state policy, while ratepayers with solar rooftops are paying less, a report commissioned by the state's utility regulator said on Thursday. Crazy ways to recycle a plane Furniture, hotels and private homes. What visionaries are making with dead airplanes. In Damascus, Tension but Also Hope Beneath the surface of what looks like a return to normalcy, the Syrian capital is deeply altered by the countrys civil war, now in its third year. Special Report The Presidents Cup Presidents Cup Is Custom-Made for Tiger Woods Tiger Woods has had a great track record both in the Presidents Cup and at the course where its being played this year. Exclusive French carmakers back German bid to delay CO2 curbs - sources BRUSSELS/PARIS (Reuters) - Germany has enlisted French carmakers' support for a last-ditch bid to delay new EU vehicle emissions limits by four years as it battles to win more time for its luxury auto industry, government officials and diplomats said. Special Report The Presidents Cup The Presidents Cup Has Proved to Be No Contest Nineteen years after it began, the Presidents Cup remains Ryder Cup Light, as in light on rancor and, more regrettably, light on suspense. China's grand makeover plan a work in progress; fuzzy on implementation BEIJING, Sept 30 (Reuters) - China's leaders will lay out plans to transform the world's second-largest economy at a key party meeting in November, leaving the question of how to do it largely... Adding Diversity to Lacrosse in New York City Nonprofit groups in New York City have been attracting a racially and economically diverse population to play a sport long associated with elite prep schools. Op-Ed Contributor The End of Poverty, Soon The evidence for eradication of poverty worldwide is on the side of optimists. U.S. seniors lock in reverse mortgages before rules change WASHINGTON (Reuters) - American seniors grappling with strained savings following the deepest recession in generations will soon face new hurdles in tapping a tool some have used to help finance... Sports Briefing | Tennis Murray to Have Surgery Andy Murray will have surgery for a lingering back problem and will miss the rest of the season. WRAPUP 4-Obama, Iran's Rouhani hold historic phone call WASHINGTON/NEW YORK, Sept 27 (Reuters) - President Barack Obama and new Iranian President Hassan Rouhani spoke by telephone on Friday, the highest-level contact between the two countries in three decades and a sign that they are serious about reaching a pact on Tehran's nuclear program. Google goes inside the A380 Not content with climbing Mount Fuji or scaling the Burj Khalifa in Dubai, the Google Street View team has once again stretched the limits of their brief, this time with a full tour inside an Emirates Airbus A380. Open Mic from Tehran Iranians in Tehran step up to CNN's Open Mic and tell Americans what they really feel about them. Administration to Press Ahead With Carbon Limits The proposed rules are an aggressive move by President Obama to bypass Congress on climate change with executive actions. Business Briefing | Regulatory News F.D.A. to Require Tracking Codes in Medical Devices Federal health regulators will begin tracking millions of medical devices using a new electronic system meant to protect patients by catching problematic implants earlier. Resignations In Italy Put Government In Crisis The withdrawal of five ministers from the coalition government sets off a new crisis that could put Europes stability at risk. Stocks step back as DC deadline forges ahead Sept. 27 - Summary The Dow suffers its first weekly decline of September as the U.S. government heads towards a fiscal showdown; BlackBerry abyss; J.C. Penney likely burning through cash. Conway G. Gittens reports. Clinton's 'Bono' impersonation Bill Clinton responds to an impersonation by Bono with one of his own. News Analysis Affordable Care or a Rip-Off? Americans will begin signing up next week to buy insurance. Will the policies deliver care at manageable prices, or will affordable seem like a hollow promotion? CEO clueless till food stamp diet Panera CEO Ron Shaich thought he knew a thing or two about hunger until he lived for a week eating food that was affordable on food stamps. As Some Companies Turn to Health Exchanges, G.E. Seeks a New Path Seeking to cut costs and improve care for its employees, General Electric has taken a hands-on approach with hospitals and doctors. T Magazine The Daily Shoe | At Christian Dior, the Perfect Black Pump T plucks the best shoes right off the runway. Todays pick a simple heel that stuns with its classic simplicity. Jackson Release of U.S. captive in Colombia 'imminent' The release of an American held since June by Colombia's FARC rebel group is "imminent," U.S. civil rights leader Jesse Jackson said Saturday. Open Mic Tehran Iranians in Tehran step up to CNN's Open Mic and tell Americans what they really feel about them. 'Wall of trees' to save wildlife Nairobi National Park is that rarest of things -- a conservation park located within a city -- and it is now a physical manifestation of the front lines in Kenya's human-wildlife conflict. U.S. deputy nuclear commander suspended during investigation WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The deputy commander of U.S. Strategic Command, which oversees the American military's nuclear arsenal and its space operations, has been suspended during an investigation into issues related to gambling, a U.S. official said on Saturday. Special Report Myanmar old guard clings to $8 billion jade empire HPAKANT, Myanmar (Reuters) - Tin Tun picked all night through teetering heaps of rubble to find the palm-sized lump of jade he now holds in his hand. He hopes it will make him a fortune. It's happened before. Gallery Strange airplane paint jobs Pandas, salmon, Hello Kitty. Our favorite and most creative airline liveries over the years. DealBook First-Round Bidding to Begin in Auction of IMG Talent Agency First round bids for the IMG, which represents athletes and entertainers including Peyton Manning and Justin Timberlake, are due on Monday, according to people familiar with the matter. Israel says Iranian spy carried photo of U.S. embassy Israel has arrested an Iranian-born man, accusing him of spying for Tehran. Britain's Cameron says recovery, tax cuts key to easing high living costs MANCHESTER, England, Sept 29 (Reuters) - British Prime Minister David Cameron said on Sunday that the government must cut taxes, create more jobs and stick to its budget deficit reduction plans if it... 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. N.S.A. Gathers Data on Social Connections of U.S. Citizens The analysis of phone call and e-mail logs for foreign intelligence purposes adds to the growing body of knowledge about the agencys access to private information, prompting concern from lawmakers.

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