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News Feed Latest worldwide news Thanks to the Digital Revolution, a Conservative Uprising Can Rally Its Troops A fervent group of conservatives is harnessing the power of the Internet, determined to tell the story of the current budget showdown on its terms. Bankrupt Stockton, California says has deals with key creditors SAN FRANCISCO (Reuters) - Stockton, California said on Friday it had struck tentative deals opening the door to settlements with two major creditors, and putting the city at the "beginning of the end" of its bankruptcy case. Philippines Says Rebel Standoff Is Over A deadly three-week standoff between government troops and Muslim rebels who held nearly 200 people hostage in the southern Philippines has ended with all of the captives safe, officials said Saturday. The Texas Tribune Its Not the Rare Birds They Mind So Much. Its the Watchdogs. Texas ranchers are crucial to the protection of the declining lesser prairie chicken, but they must set aside their deep suspicion of government efforts. Motherlode Blog Is It Going Away to College if College Is Close to Home? Many students who have a choice are factoring in the distance from home when they chose a college, and not in the hopes of getting as far away as possible. Analysis 49ers on Edge of Falling Apart or Snapping Back San Francisco has fallen short of expectations defined as the point spread by an average of 17.5 points this season. Palantir Technologies raises $196.5 million SAN FRANCISCO, Sept 27 (Reuters) - Data-analytics company Palantir Technologies has raised $196.5 million, the company disclosed Friday in a regulatory filing. Bank of America fraud trial spotlights whistleblower awards NEW YORK (Reuters) - The former executive who blew the whistle on questionable mortgage lending at Countrywide Financial Inc could reap up to $1.6 million under a law dating from the 1980s savings-and-loan crisis. Orchestras Hire Performers as Executives to Head Off Strife Some orchestras are hiring musicians as chief executives, seeding hope that bitter labor standoffs can be avoided or resolved. Dance Listings for Sept. 27-Oct. 3 A selected guide to dance performances in the New York area. Hungry City Kura in the East Village At Kura in the East Village, Norihiro Ishizuka prepares sushi with a genial smile and a generous hand. Photos A 'cuddle' of baby pandas Pandas on display at China's Chengdu Panda Base UPDATE 1-French hostage of Nigerian Islamists pleads for help in video -SITE * Francis Collomp taken in reprisal for French action in Mali Giants Snee and Baas Out Against Chiefs The Giants offensive line, coming off a dreadful performance in last Sundays loss at the Carolina Panthers, will be missing two starters when the 0-3 team visits the 3-0 Kansas City Chiefs. Judge denies former New Orleans mayor's bid to delay trial NEW ORLEANS (Reuters) - A judge on Friday denied an effort by former New Orleans Mayor Ray Nagin to postpone his corruption trial, which he said had been compromised by inflammatory comments posted online by prosecutors. Five injured in Alexandria clashes Sept. 28 - Five people are injured in Alexandria as pro-Mursi protesters clash with local residents. Rough Cut (no reporter narration). 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. U.N. Security Council demands elimination of Syria chemical arms UNITED NATIONS (Reuters) - The U.N. Security Council adopted a resolution on Friday that demands the eradication of Syria's chemical weapons but does not threaten automatic punitive action against Syrian President Bashar al-Assad's government if it does not comply. Church of England teams with U.S. investors to back new 'ethical' bank LONDON (Reuters) - The Church of England is backing a new "ethical" British bank which will be created out of branches sold by Royal Bank of Scotland . House Leaves U.S. on Brink of Shutdown The G.O.P. chose a hard line in their attack on President Obamas health care law, setting up a vote to attach a delay of the health care law to a bill that would avoid a shutdown. Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. Gains a Big Audience While The Voice Keeps Rolling The ratings Tuesday night again show that the networks, this time ABC, can introduce a new show and get a big audience to watch it. Vote Count Completed for Primary in New York More than two weeks after New York Citys primary for mayor, the results show that Bill de Blasio finished with 40.81 percent of the vote. Motherlode Blog The New iPad App Youll Want Grandma to Download Ustyme allows grandparents and distant friends to share books and games with children over video, but is smart enough to make that connection and get out of the way. Sketch Guy When Labeling Yourself Middle Class Can Hold You Back Investing and financial planning should be on the agenda of middle class families, not just wealthy people. Israeli forces clash with Palestinians over al-Aqsa visits Sept. 27 - Israeli police clash with Palestinian protesters in Jerusalem's Old City, the occupied West Bank and Gaza on Friday, reflecting growing tensions over an increase in Jewish visits to the al-Aqsa mosque compound. Katharine Jackson reports. 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. Pettersen wins new fifth major Suzann Pettersen denied 16-year-old amateur Lydia Ko a fairtytale first major triumph as the Norwegian took the Evian Championship in France Sunday. College Football Roundup No. 12 South Carolina Upends Central Florida Mike Davis rushed 26 times for 167 yards and three touchdowns Saturday as No. 12 South Carolina overcame an injury to its starting quarterback, four turnovers and a 10-0 halftime deficit. 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. Review 'Rush' hits potholes Back in 1977, Ron Howard made his directorial debut with a low-budget, high-octane car-crash comedy called "Grand Theft Auto." Wedding Q. and A. Thanking co-workers who gave a gift despite not being invited to the wedding, and how to gracefully ask guests to keep smartphone and social media activity to a minimum. Apple splits its pitch Can it work? Apple has launched two new iPhones, one for the early adopters and one for the budget crowd. So can its pitch work? Tech journalist Stuart Miles argues Apple's strategy is simple -- but smart. T Magazine The Daily Shoe | Studded Cowboy-Like Booties at Junya Watanabe T plucks the best shoes right off the runway. Todays pick severe, studded booties from an equally tough collection. Football Jamaican player, doctor banned Several Jamaican sprinters were banned for doping earlier this year and now a footballer from the Caribbean nation has been suspended. National Briefing | Northwest Idaho Plane Lands Safely After Pilot Is Stricken A United Airlines pilot died after suffering a heart attack while flying from Houston to Seattle, forcing crew members to make an emergency landing in Idaho. Eric Schmidt U.S. poised for growth CNN's Richard Quest speaks with Google's Eric Schmidt about why he thinks manufacturing can make a comeback in the U.S. N.C.A.A. Taking Flexible Approach to Basketball Tournament The N.C.A.A. announced changes to the way it will select teams for the mens basketball tournament, adding flexibility in hopes of keeping teams properly seeded. Review 'Rush' hits potholes Back in 1977, Ron Howard made his directorial debut with a low-budget, high-octane car-crash comedy called "Grand Theft Auto." Square Feet Streets Sunny Side Costs Retailers More in Rent Store rents in Manhattan can vary substantially, even on the same block, depending on factors like foot traffic and nearby stores and attractions. Dance Review Kafkas Metamorphosis Skitters at Joyce Theater The Metamorphosis, Arthur Pitas dance-theater adaptation of Franz Kafkas novella, opens the Joyce Theaters fall season.

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