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News Feed Latest worldwide news Woods Voted Top Player for 11th Time Tiger Woods on Friday was voted the PGA Tours player of the year for the 11th time on the strength of his five wins and his return to a No. 1 world ranking. UPDATE 1-Bankrupt Stockton, California discloses deals with bond insurers SAN FRANCISCO, Sept 27 (Reuters) - Stockton, California said on Friday it had reached tentative deals with the two creditors that led opposition to its bankruptcy, bond insurers that had threatened to drag the state pension fund Calpers into their fight with the city. 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. UPDATE 6-Penney stock plunges on share sale, lower cash forecast Sept 27 (Reuters) - J.C. Penney Co Inc's decision to shore up its cash reserves by issuing almost $1 billion in new shares sent its stock tumbling more than 13 percent Friday. BlackBerry's Heins, Fairfax's Watsa and the $55 million handshake TORONTO (Reuters) - Months before Fairfax Financial Holdings Inc bid $4.7 billion for BlackBerry Ltd, Fairfax boss Prem Watsa played a role in securing a golden parachute worth as much as $55 million for the smartphone maker's chief executive, according to company filings. WRAPUP 2-U.N. Security Council set to vote on Syria chemical arms resolution * Britain wanted reference to International Criminal Court Bristol-Myers melanoma drug boosts survival for 22 pct of patients Sept 27 (Reuters) - Yervoy, the melanoma drug sold by Bristol-Myers Squibb Co, improves survival for around 22 percent of patients, according pooled results from 12 clinical trials to be presented by the company at a European conference this weekend. Greece says all Golden Dawn members assured of fair trial ATHENS, Sept 28 (Reuters) - Lawmakers and members of the far-right Golden Dawn party arrested on Saturday on charges of being part of a criminal organisation will get a fair trial, Greek Justice... Guzman, Denorfia, Gyorko HR, Padres Beat Giants Jesus Guzman, Chris Denorfia and Jedd Gyorko each homered and drove in two runs and the San Diego Padres beat the San Francisco Giants 9-3 on Saturday. Currents | Deals Discounts at Michele Varian, Peter Harrison and Sferra Bargains on knickknacks, benches and bedding. Economix Blog 3 Leaders on Education Reform, Continued The conclusion of a discussion with Education Secretary Arne Duncan; Mitch Daniels, the president of Purdue University; and John Engler, the head of the Business Roundtable. F.T.C. Votes for Inquiry Into Patent Businesses Edith Ramirez, the chairwoman of the Federal Trade Commission, said it would seek information on businesses whose main purpose was to sue other companies to collect patent royalties. South Sudans Army Faces Accusations of Civilian Abuse Witnesses have described soldiers from the Sudan Peoples Liberation Army indiscriminately firing on market squares, beating people and raping women. Key Syrian Rebel Groups Abandon Exile Leaders As diplomats push for a peace conference to end Syrias conflict, a collection of some of the countrys most powerful rebel groups have publicly abandoned the oppositions political leaders. Shopping With Stephan Jaklitsch Just Add Rubber Duck When being up to your neck in hot water is a beautiful thing. Tasting the Green Circle Chickens In a blind tasting, Melissa Clark and two Dining editors sampled the chickens fed scraps from some of New Yorks best restaurants. Close-Up On the Lookout for Quirky Places to Stay Meghan McEwen, a travel writer, has reviewed dozens of family-owned inns, and now has opened one of her own in Detroit. Township girl to opera diva Abbey Road Studios in London. This is where The Beatles produced some of their classic records. It's a long way from the Cape Town townships where Pumeza Matshikiza grew up, but this is where the South African soprano is recording her debut album. London keeps global edge as top transport finance hub LONDON (Reuters) - London remains the top financing centre for the global transport industry, although it faces stiff competition from New York and capitals in Asia Pacific as companies seek to tap more funding sources, a survey showed on Friday. Calls to end child marriage The story was horrific An 8-year-old girl died from internal injuries suffered on her wedding night with a 40-year-old man. It caused outrage -- and numerous calls to end child marriage in Yemen. Navratilova vs. Cash Open Court's Pat Cash takes to the court with 18-time grand slam winner Martina Navratilova. Shutdown Looms as Senate Passes Budget Bill After a series of Senate votes that sent the stopgap spending measure back to the House, fissures appeared in the badly divided Republican ranks. 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. Dawson Register to vote Many crucial issues will be decided on Election Day 2013. Rosario Dawson says if you're not registered to vote, Tuesday is a perfect time to do it. REUTERS SUMMIT-Emerging Europe poised for modest economic upturn PRAGUE/SOFIA, Sept 27 (Reuters) - Emerging European economies are set for a tepid recovery that won't restore them to the pre-financial crisis boom years but should let them weather the withdrawal of cheap money from the Federal Reserve. Your Money Adviser Same-Sex Couples Are Urged to Apply for Social Security Spousal Benefits Though the Social Security Administration is still reviewing the law, it is encouraging applications from couples in same-sex marriages and civil unions. National Briefing | New England Massachusetts Fishery Group Limits Herring Catch According to the rules, the Atlantic herring fleet can incidentally catch no more than 311.4 metric tons of river herring and shad. Fed needs better way to signal policy, officials say FRANKFURT/STOCKHOLM/HOUGHTON, Michigan (Reuters) - The Federal Reserve confused financial markets over scaling back its bond buying, four top officials said on Thursday, with one arguing the central... Premier League Coverage Pays Off for NBC NBC Sports Group has gone big with covering Premier League soccer games as part of a three-year deal. The viewership numbers have shown that the formula for full-blown coverage has been working. What Lurks Beneath the Linoleum in Columbia County Namely, wide-plank pine floors and square-head nails. Mexico floods will not affect proposed 2013, 2014 budget deficits -government MEXICO CITY, Sept 28 (Reuters) - Mexico's proposed budget deficit goals for this year and 2014 will not be affected by some of the worst storm damage in decades, the Finance Ministry said on Saturday. World Briefing | Asia Japan $10 Billion More for Cleanup of Fukushima Nuclear Plant The Tokyo Electric Power Company said it would revise its business plan to allocate an additional $10 billion for the cleanup. U.S. rights groups urge boycott of Barilla pasta after anti-gay remarks NEW YORK (Reuters) - U.S. and international gay rights supporters called on Friday for a boycott of Italian pasta maker Barilla, whose chairman said he would never feature a gay family in its advertising. F1 season off to a racing start Ed Foster of Motor Sport Magazine previews the Formula One season with Amanda Davies. Children in China rescued from trafficking ring Sept. 28 - 92 children rescued from child trafficking ring in China. Julie Noce reports. Dot Earth Blog Climate Panels Fifth Report Clarifies Humanitys Choices The pace of global warming beyond 2050 is ours to choose, a new climate report says. U.S.-based taxable bond funds attract $3.3 billion Lipper NEW YORK (Reuters) - Investors committed $3.3 billion to U.S.-based taxable bond funds in the week ending Sept 25 in the wake of the Federal Reserve's decision not to reduce its bond-buying program,... ArtsBeat Llewyn Davis Concert to Benefit Recording Preservation A concert Sunday at Town Hall with Joan Baez, Jack White and others will raise money to help preserve archives of the music that inspired many of the performers. Straight Sets Venus Williams Tops No. 2 Azarenka in Tokyo Venus Williams, ranked No. 63, beat No. 2 Victoria Azarenka in Tokyo on Tuesday, her first win over a player in the top two since 2009. 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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