News Feed

Your RSS feed from RSSFWD.com.	Update your RSS subscription

News Feed Latest worldwide news Reid expects Yellen to be 'easily' confirmed as Fed chair WASHINGTON, Oct 29 (Reuters) - U.S. President Barack Obama's nomination of Janet Yellen to head the Federal Reserve appears headed toward a smooth confirmation by the Democratic-led Senate, Senate... Disappearing Star Wars village Parts of the Star Wars films were shot in the Tunisian Sahara Desert. The film set is a draw for tourists, but it will soon disappear under a sand dune. Surfers ride the Halloween wave October 28 - Costumed surfers vie to be the big kahuna of a Halloween competition in Santa Monica. Sharon Reich reports. Fast, Diverse, and Striving The West Side Runners Club comprises a diverse group of immigrants who train rigorously despite working long hours. Ryanair, Scorned in Europe, Turns on the Charm Michael OLeary, chief of the budget airline, has vowed to fix what makes Europes biggest and most profitable carrier also one of its most reviled. Finding an edge in a crowded market The decline of print and rise in peer-reviewed websites are giving publishers a big headache. So how do you find an edge in the crowded marketplace? Daniel Sedin Scores Winner for Canucks Daniel Sedin scored the game-winner in the third period and added an assist as the Vancouver Canucks beat the Washington Capitals 3-2 on Monday night. Apple Targets Microsoft Office With Free Apps The applications, which essentially duplicate Microsoft Office and used to cost $10 each, will now be free to anyone who buys a new Apple device. With tough market at home, China's heavy gear makers gain traction overseas * Chinese firms ride on emerging markets' construction boom Ex-Bolshoi star denies acid attack Bolshoi Ballet star soloist Pavel Dmitrichenko pleaded not guilty Tuesday to masterminding an acid attack on the theater's artistic director, Sergei Filin, a court spokesman told CNN. Adobe data breach more extensive than previously disclosed BOSTON, Oct 29 (Reuters) - Adobe Systems Inc said on Tuesday that the scope of a cyber-security breach disclosed nearly a month ago was far bigger than initially reported, with attackers obtaining data on more than 38 million customer accounts. AlphaMetrix records reviewed by firm whose founder owned stake CHICAGO, Oct 29 (Reuters) - The founder of an accounting firm that reviewed internal controls at fund manager AlphaMetrix owned a small slice of the company until recently, when he sold it to avoid a perceived conflict of interest, a spokeswoman for the accountant said on Tuesday. ArtsBeat Matthew Barney Film in the Lineup at Australia Arts Festival Isabella Rossellini, John Zorn and Matthew Barney are among the artists on the program at the 2014 Adelaide Festival. Libya gunmen reportedly seize $50M Libyan forces are searching for armed men who seized a truck carrying more than $50 million in cash, the state news agency reports. No. 20 S Carolina Rallies Past No. 5 Mizzou in 2OT Hobbled by a sprained left knee, Connor Shaw asked Steve Spurrier if he could play Saturday night at Missouri. Well Now, a Kiss Isnt Just a Kiss Why do we lock lips in romantic relationships? Its complicated, according to researchers at Oxford University. Its less about sex and more about assessing potential mates than you may think. Anti-U.S. billboards ordered taken down in Tehran Billboards bearing anti-U.S. slogans were collected in Tehran, an officials tells state news. Bob Kurland, 88, Pioneer for Basketballs Big Men, Dies Kurland, a three-time all-American who was elected to the Basketball Hall of Fame, was known for his athleticism in an era when tall players were considered oddities. EU mergers and takeovers (Oct 28) BRUSSELS, Oct 28 (Reuters) - The following are mergers under review by the European Commission and a brief guide to the EU merger process United's Fletcher returns to action with reserves (Reuters) - Manchester United midfielder Darren Fletcher has made a return to competitive action, playing 67 minutes for the club's under-21 team as he battles back from a chronic illness. Rams Cede Spotlight to World Series The St. Louis Rams played Monday Night Football at home for the first time since 2006, but the World Series remained at center stage. Storm death toll rises as wind, rain batters northern Europe LONDON/AMSTERDAM (Reuters) - Hurricane strength winds battered northern Europe on Monday, killing more than a dozen people, cutting power and forcing the cancellation of hundreds of flights and train journeys. Is sharing secrets beneficial? Business organizations are learning from each other by hosting visits and exchanging ideas with companies in different fields. Movie Review In the Name Of Centers on a Priests Struggle With Desire In the Name Of, directed by Malgoska Szumowska, focuses on a Polish priest transferred to the countryside who struggles with his longing for a local teenager. Small-Business Guide Tips on Talking to and Tapping Potential Investors Entrepreneurs stress the importance of making a crisp presentation, sizing up rivals and knowing what kind of information potential investors require. Whats on Friday Television highlights. Movie Review | 'House In the Alley ' House in the Alley, a Vietnamese Horror Drama Postpartum depression takes a homicidal turn in Le-Van Kiets House in the Alley. How to do business in Seoul Etiquette, tricky addresses, best hotels by business hub. Here's what many business travelers wish they'd known before arrival. The Week Ahead | Art Recalling the Wave of Water and Panic The Museum of the City of New York is opening an exhibition of photographs whose size and scope seem intended to rival that of Hurricane Sandy itself. DealBook Lloyds Bank Profit Soars to $2.5 Billion as Costs Fall and Loans Improve The British lender owned in part by the government said on Tuesday that third-quarter earnings rose 83 percent. Finding an edge in a crowded market The decline of print and rise in peer-reviewed websites are giving publishers a big headache. So how do you find an edge in the crowded marketplace? Living With Cancer Brains on Chemo Forgetfulness, trouble concentrating and word loss are common manifestations of the condition known as chemo brain. For many cancer patients (and the people who love them), this can be a mystifying experience, writes Susan Gubar. An 18-foot fish? A local snorkeler came face-to-face with an 18-foot-long oarfish off the coast of California. KTLA reports. Nokia sees life in remaining business after Microsoft phones sale HELSINKI (Reuters) - Nokia predicted a more profitable future for its NSN networks equipment business on Tuesday, raising hopes for growth in what will be the Finnish firm's main business after its former flagship phones division is sold to Microsoft for $5.2 billion in the new year. Deal Reached in Inquiry Into Visa Fraud at Tech Giant Infosys has agreed to pay $34 million to settle claims of systemic visa fraud and abuse involving temporary workers brought to the United States. Recipes for Health Brown Rice Bowl With Oven-Baked Miso-Glazed Tofu, Red Peppers and Kimchi One marinade can be used for a variety of vegetable toppings in this dish. At War Blog Share Your Views For Veterans Day Our colleagues at Sports Briefing | College Basketball Four to Host N.C.A.A. Womens Regionals Notre Dame, Stanford, Louisville and Nebraska will host the N.C.A.A. tournament womens regionals this season. Asia's Legoland Water Park The inflatable-armbands community is rejoicing -- Asia's first Legoland Water Park opened in Malaysia this week. TREASURIES-Prices little changed on mixed data as Fed meets * Treasury sells $35 billion in five-year notes, high yield 1.300 percent * U.S. retail sales ex autos grew modestly in August * U.S. home prices posted strongest yearly gain in over seven years *...

RSSFWD - From RSS to Inbox

3600 O'Donnell Street, Suite 200, Baltimore, MD 21224. (410) 230-0061