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News Feed Latest worldwide news US STOCKS SNAPSHOT-Futures fall as government shutdown seems likely NEW YORK, Sept 29 (Reuters) - U.S. stock index futures fell on Sunday as a last-minute deal to resolve the budget battle in Washington appeared less likely, making a government shutdown more likely. Star of NASA Planet Hunting Falls Idle With Broken Parts NASA says it will look for a new mission for its Kepler spacecraft, which has broken wheels but a perfect telescope. Michael Sokoloves Drama High How an inspired high school theater teacher in a troubled Pennsylvania town changed lives. Jessica Schoenholtz, Mark Murphy The bride manages the marketing of 4 World Trade Center; the groom is a real estate developer based in Staten Island. Oil producer Pacific Rubiales could buy Petrominerales sources BOGOTA (Reuters) - Toronto-listed oil company Pacific Rubiales , Colombia's second-biggest producer of crude, could buy rival Petrominerales next Monday, two sources familiar with the situation told... Leaders of India, Pakistan meet in New York Sept. 29 - Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh and Pakistan's Nawaz Sharif meet on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly in New York. Rough Cut (no reporter narration) Israel's worries beyond al-Assad This week marks the Jewish holiday of Sukkot. Across Israel, families build primitive structures with branches or palm fronds as roofs. They do so to remember the biblical exodus from Egypt and 40 years of exile in the Sinai Desert. It is a celebration of survival. Your Money Adviser When Health Deductibles Rise, Men Delay Emergency Care A recent study found that men are more likely to delay treatment for serious conditions under high-deductible plans, in contrast to women, who tend to cut back care for minor ailments only. Kenya says no hostages left in mall, raps U.S. over travel warning Sept. 29 - Kenya says death toll from mall attack remains at 67, raps U.S. over "uncalled for, unnecessary and unfriendly" travel warning. Deborah Lutterbeck reports. Hadley Takes 2-Shot Lead Into the Weekend Chesson Hadley and Andrew Svoboda did well enough Friday to think about a return to Sawgrass next May. Economic View A Dearth of Investment in Young Workers The bleak job picture for young Americans doesnt bode well for their long-term careers, or for the economys future. 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. Dozens killed in Pakistan bazaar blast At least 40 people were killed -- with one family losing 18 members -- after a bomb exploded at a bazaar in Peshawar, Pakistan. Download, print, fire Museum acquires 3D-printed gun The Victoria and Albert Museum in London, UK has acquired two models of the world's first 3D-printed gun. RPT-Sailing-Australian wine mogul to challenge for America's Cup Sept 28 (Reuters) - An Australian winemaker and his son, who own an island off Australia's Great Barrier Reef, have officially challenged software mogul Larry Ellison's Oracle Team USA for the next... The Media Equation For Journalists, More Firepower to Protect Sources and Secrets What appeared to be a low point in a long campaign to rein in reporters and chill their sources may turn out to be a very big blessing in disguise. Heat Signs Spoelstra to Multiyear Extension Erik Spoelstra signed a multiyear extension to remain the coach of the two-time defending champion Miami Heat, the team said. Solar charity takes aim at Africa's kerosene lamps Sept. 24 - Non-profit groups aiming to replace Africa's deadly kerosene lamps with safe, solar alternatives say their campaign is gaining momentum. The award-winning Solaraid project says the dangerous lamps could be eliminated from the continent by 2020. Jim Drury has more. Balotelli Gets Three-Match Ban for Red Card Mario Balotelli was barred for three games on Monday after a confrontation with the referee after A.C. Milans loss to Napoli on Sunday. Recent Commercial Real Estate Notable properties that have been recently listed for sale, sold or leased. UPDATE 3-Church of England teams with U.S. investors to back new "ethical" bank * Corsair-led consortium sees off competition for 314 RBS branches For a New Generation, an Elusive American Dream In the Nicholson family, America is not delivering for a grandson as it did for his father and grandfather. David Finkels Thank You for Your Service Soldiers interviewed by David Finkel faced their greatest challenges once they came home. Sports Briefing | Basketball Video of W.N.B.A. Kiss Gets Attention Online Diana Taurasi became an Internet sensation when she gave Seimone Augustus a peck on the cheek after the players were called for double personal fouls in Game 1 of the Western Conference finals. Oil producer Pacific Rubiales could buy Petrominerales sources BOGOTA (Reuters) - Toronto-listed oil company Pacific Rubiales , Colombia's second-biggest producer of crude, could buy rival Petrominerales next Monday, two sources familiar with the situation told... 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... Sketch Guy A Time to Splurge, and a Time to Pinch Pennies People make their own choices on what they are willing to spend extra for. The important thing is having good reasons for these choices. Potential blockbuster in Davis Cup Switzerland was drawn to face Serbia in the 2014 Davis Cup, which means Roger Federer could play Novak Djokovic. Federer, though, doesn't usually show up for first round ties. In another intriguing pairing, record champion the U.S. hosts Andy Murray's Great Britain. Obama Government shutdown won't delay healthcare exchange launch (Reuters) - President Barack Obama said on Friday that the new state insurance exchanges created by his healthcare reform law will launch as scheduled on Tuesday even if the federal government shuts down due to Republican efforts to defund Obamacare. Interns Resist Working Free A backlash against unpaid internships in the United States, manifested in a spate of lawsuits this year, is spreading to Europe. Disaster relief crew gets a visit from Prince Harry Sept - 27 The prince praises the volunteers at MapAction, an emergency response organization in London. Rough Cut (no reporter narration) 110 dead in Mexico storms The death toll from widespread flooding in Mexico in recent days has increased to 110 people, the country's interior minister said Sunday. 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. Trying to Widen His Appeal, Cameron Accelerates Aid to Help Britons Buy Homes Prime Minister David Cameron said he would immediately begin the second phase of a program that lets buyers get mortgages with small down payments. Meet the CEO feeding the world Helene Gayle must be one of the few chief executives working to eradicate her own job. The first African American female boss of poverty charity CARE, talks about some of the challenges of feeding the world Grunge rock hero Kurt Cobain's childhood home for sale OLYMPIA, Washington (Reuters) - The childhood home of the late grunge rock hero and Nirvana frontman Kurt Cobain has been put up for sale in Washington state, with his family asking $500,000 for the property, more than seven times its assessed value. Gondolas replacing city buses? Gondolas are most commonly associated with ski-resorts but could they also offer an effective urban transport solution? US STOCKS SNAPSHOT-Futures fall as government shutdown seems likely NEW YORK, Sept 29 (Reuters) - U.S. stock index futures fell on Sunday as a last-minute deal to resolve the budget battle in Washington appeared less likely, making a government shutdown more likely. Corner Office Jonathan Klein of Getty Images, on Useful Critiques The C.E.O. of Getty Images warns against critiquing others work in too much detail. In fiddling over the small stuff, he says, you take away all the empowerment. Currents | Lighting Soaked, Not Welded OverNight lamps are made of stained glass panels immersed in a copper plating bath.

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