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News Feed Latest worldwide news Obama Will Seek Syria Vote in Congress President Obama said that he had decided that the United States should take military action against Syria, but that he would wait for a debate and vote in Congress when both houses return in September. Brazil's foreign minister resigns amid row with Bolivia Antonio Patriota, Brazil's foreign minister, stepped down Monday night amid a diplomatic row with neighboring Bolivia. Vodafone investors split on best use of Verizon windfall LONDON (Reuters) - Top investors in Vodafone Group are set to clash over what the company should do with perhaps as much as $130 billion in proceeds from the sale of its stake in Verizon Wireless,... India teen guilty in deadly gang rape A teenage boy accused in the New Delhi gang rape in December has been found guilty and sentenced to three years, authorities said. The victim, a medical student, later died in Singapore. New Zealand bikers roar across Korean border on ride for peace PAJU, South Korea (Reuters) - Five motorcyclists from New Zealand made a rare crossing of the world's most militarized border on Thursday as part of a ride for peace from the top of North Korea at... Obama's delays at 11th hour After signaling he was on the verge of delivering a strike against Syria, President Barack Obama made a last-minute decision Friday evening to seek congressional authorization before any military action, senior administration officials told reporters Saturday. Five texts you should never send We're texting more than ever, and, like society, the texts themselves are getting worse and worse. Read on to learn just how terrible silent cell phone users are these days. US STOCKS-Wall St falls, heading for worst month since May 2012 * Traders adjust positions for weekend with Syria outcome clouded Explosions seen at tunnels area between Gaza and Egypt Aug. 31 - Smoke clouds cover the sky in Rafah in the Gaza Strip, where local residents say explosions hit tunnels connecting Gaza and Egypt. Rough Cut (no reporter narration). Whats on Saturday Television highlights. Gene study uncovers origins of many common cancers LONDON (Reuters) - Researchers in Britain have set out the first comprehensive map of mutational processes behind the development of tumors - work that should in future lead to better ways to treat and prevent a wide range of cancers. 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. Who is the greatest F1 driver? Who is the greatest F1 driver of all time? Past and present drivers give their verdict on the contenders to CNN. Australia shares tentative as next week's election, Syria eyed SYDNEY, Aug 30 (Reuters) - Australian shares edged 0.1 percent higher in tentative trade on Friday morning, as many investors kept to the sidelines ahead of a looming general election and on... Advertising A View of Whats Missing From the Classroom A campaign about school absenteeism is the latest collaboration on education by the Ad Council and the United States Army. Bryan brothers win Wimbledon Men's Wimbledon doubles champions, the brothers Bryan, discuss their victory with CNN's Amanda Davies. UPDATE 2-GE plans to exit U.S. retail lending Aug 30 (Reuters) - General Electric Co plans to spin off the U.S. consumer lending operations of its finance arm GE Capital, as the conglomerate moves to focus on its core industrial operations, a... UK Data seized from journalist's partner risks security Data seized from the partner of journalist Glenn Greenwald, who has led The Guardian newspaper's reporting on secret U.S. surveillance programs, would cause harm to UK national security and could expose British spies to risk if it is disclosed, London's High Court heard Friday. Sixth U.S. ship now in eastern Mediterranean 'as precaution' WASHINGTON, Aug 30 (Reuters) - A sixth U.S. warship is now operating in the eastern Mediterranean, near five U.S. destroyers armed with cruise missiles that could soon be directed against Syria as part of a "limited, precise" strike, defense officials said late on Friday. Cardiff All Smiles After Beating Manchester City Fraizer Campbell scored twice, and Cardiff won for the first time in more than 50 years in the top tier of English soccer, jolting visiting Manchester City, 3-2. KPN foundation wants America Movil to make "fair bid" BRUSSELS, Aug 30 (Reuters) - The independent foundation tasked with protecting the interests of KPN stakeholders said it expected America Movil to make a fair bid for the group and install good corporate governance. Julie Harris, Celebrated Actress of Range and Intensity, Dies at 87 Ms. Harris had a lengthy rsum as an actress, with dozens of movie and television credits, including the 1955 film adaptation of John Steinbecks novel of brotherly rivalry, East of Eden. Some Yosemite evacuations lifted It was a rare bright spot on an otherwise hazy, smoke-filled horizon. New Moon Probe Raises Questions About What to Do Next in Space While scientists are excited about what the experiment may yield, they are also concerned about the absence of future moon voyages on NASAs schedule. Police UM's Henderson Appeared to Have Drugs The Oxford police chief says Mississippi guard Marshall Henderson appeared to be in possession of a small amount of marijuana and cocaine during a traffic stop in May. Silver Lining in Chinas Smog as It Puts Focus on Emissions A plan would swiftly limit the carbon dioxide China produces from fossil fuels, which constitute over a quarter of the worlds total such emissions. Global Soccer If Rooney Stays, United Won This Draw After a 0-0 draw at Manchester United, the Chelsea coach Jos Mourinho seemed resigned to the fact he would not acquire Wayne Rooney. U.S. Sets Roster for Two September World Cup Qualifiers Coach Jurgen Klinsmann on Thursday announced his 23-man roster for coming matches at Costa Rica and against Mexico. World of Grief and Doubt After an Adoptees Death The death of Max Shatto, a Russian boy adopted by a Texas family, bolstered an international furor over the adoption of Russian children. And it devastated the couple accused of abusing him. Golf Capsules Thailand's Pornanong Phatlum shot an 8-under 64 on Thursday to take a one-stroke lead over Lexi Thompson after the first round of the Safeway Classic. Ona, by Ursula von Rydingsvard, Arrives in Brooklyn A nearly 12,000-pound sculpture called Ona, by Ursula von Rydingsvard, now stands greeting the public at Barclays Center. Trailside De Blasio Campaigns Less as Quinn Steps Up Her Pace Bill de Blasio, who averaged from 35 to 40 public events per week since mid-July, has made only 9 appearances since Monday, while Christine C. Quinn made 41. High def video gaming on the Chromebook Pixel Thank you Steam! While the Chrome browser takes full advantage of the Chromebook Pixel's hardware, I thought it would interesting to see how video gaming works on the device. Quite well, with just a few small issues, it turns out. Remote Control To Protect Its Empire, ESPN Stays on Offense Emerging competitors, decreasing cable subscriptions and rising political opposition to bundled channels have created a precarious environment for ESPN, which is fighting back. Four dead in helicopter crash off Scotland A helicopter crash in the North Sea off Scotland's Shetland islands killed four people, officials said Saturday. Riders flock to Milwaukee for Harley-Davidson's 110th anniversary MILWAUKEE (Reuters) - Tens of thousands of motorcycle enthusiasts have roared into Milwaukee to celebrate the 110th anniversary of Harley-Davidson Co, but few traveled as far as Chai Chua. A fresh idea for fruit? CNN's Tom Foreman reports on a small business trying to make it big with a "fresh initiative." Op-Ed Columnist War-Weariness The president is out on a most precarious limb on the Syria issue. National Briefing | Washington 2 Guantnamo Detainees Transferred to Algeria The two men were the first detainees to leave the prison since President Obama renewed his pledge to close it in May. Florence tomb opened in search for identity of Mona Lisa FLORENCE, Italy (Reuters) - Researchers opened a centuries-old Florence tomb on Friday in a search for remains that could confirm the identity of the woman whose enigmatic smile Leonardo da Vinci immortalized in the "Mona Lisa", one of the world's most famous paintings.

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