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News Feed Latest worldwide news Google pays $55 million tax in Britain on 2012 sales of $5 billion LONDON (Reuters) - Google, which has been grilled twice in the past year by a UK parliamentary committee over its tax practices, had a UK tax bill of 35 million pounds ($55 million) in 2012, on sales of $4.9 billion to British customers, its accounts showed. Cleric Driving could harm ovaries A leading Saudi cleric warned women who drive cars could cause damage to their ovaries and pelvises and that they are at risk of having children born with "clinical problems." Plans for Jackie Chan theme park Jackie Chan is giving fans in China a new way to get personal with the Hong Kong-born kung fu superstar. T Magazine Model-Morphosis | Magdalena Jasek at Giambattista Valli The photographer Greg Kessler captures the transformations of the Spring 2014 Fashion Week in Paris. Whats on Monday Television highlights. Attention Switches to Investigation of Kenyan Mall Siege Investigators began sifting through rubble, studied closed-circuit television footage and brought in more resources to identify the militants who laid siege to an upscale mall in Nairobi. College Roundup Ohio State Streak Is at 17 With Win Over Wisconsin Blake Bell threw a 54-yard touchdown pass to Sterling Shepard in the fourth quarter and No. 14 Oklahoma beat No. 22 Notre Dame, 35-21, on Saturday in South Bend, Ind. Emerging-market investors get picky with Fed set to taper NEW YORK (Reuters) - Investors bracing for the U.S. Federal Reserve to wind down its monetary stimulus have fled emerging markets in recent months, and while the impact of slow capital flows is... Meet Andy Murray's Mum Tennis parents don't always have the best of reputations. Think Damir Dokic, John Tomic and Jim Pierce. However, Andy Murray's Mum is a very different breed. Citigroup hit by alleged $42 million ethanol futures fraud NEW YORK, Sept 30 (Reuters) - A Texas man accused of defrauding a bank of $42.4 million fraud while trading ethanol futures contracts in 2010-2011 worked for Citigroup Inc at the time, a Citi spokesman said on Monday. EPA to be hit hard in shutdown, could delay renewable fuel standard (Reuters) - The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency will take one of the biggest hits of any federal agency if the government shuts down this week, operating with under 7 percent of its employees, according to guidance issued by the agency. Well Naps May Aid Young Childrens Learning Nap time may be an important tool for learning, a new study of preschoolers suggests. Breakingviews Deflating strategic reserves Sept. 30 - Reynolds Holding and Robert Cyran discuss the U.S. government's botched sale of helium stockpiles and why socking away valuable resources rarely makes sense. Korean scrub mistress secrets "Thank you ma'am, may I have another?" Getting clean at a South Korean spa tests your pain threshold. But it's worth it. Well Married Cancer Patients Live Longer The burdens of cancer treatment take a greater toll on single patients than married patients, a new study shows. UK's Osborne slams Labour over power freeze plan MANCHESTER, England, Sept 30 (Reuters) - British finance minister George Osborne criticized proposals by the opposition Labour party to cap utility bills, saying they would prompt companies to raise prices before any limit was imposed and hit investment over the longer term. Yankees 5, Astros 1 (14 Innings) Memorable End for Two; Forgettable Year for Yanks After sentimental farewells of their own to Mariano Rivera and Andy Pettitte in recent days, the Yankees had no tears left as they beat the Astros to finish the season with an 85-77 record. Indian lunar orbiter hit by heat rise Scientists have switched off several on-board instruments to halt rising temperatures inside India's first unmanned lunar spacecraft. Once-Calm Area of Iraq Is Shaken by Bombings After several explosions struck Iraqs northern Kurdish region, killing at least six people and setting off chaos, a string of car bombs on Monday claimed dozens of lives around Baghdad. TCW buys Craton Equity in push to expand alternatives group NEW YORK (Reuters) - Investment firm TCW has acquired private equity firm Craton Equity Partners in a push to expand its alternative offerings, the head of the firm's alternative products division... Pacers' Future Looks Bright After Signing George Now that Paul George has a new contract, the Indiana Pacers can focus on more pressing matters. Prince George christening announced Sept. 27 - Britain's Prince George to be christened next month. Roselle Chen reports. T Magazine The Scene | Paris Fashion Week Cline Scenes from the Paris Fashion Week photo diary of Barbara Anastacio. UPDATE 1-Shares of Santander Brasil jump on $2.7 bln dividend plan (Updates with share performance, analyst comments in paragraphs 1-5) Nicole Black, Romuald Wawszczyk The couple met at Penn. Obama Criticizes G.O.P. as Senate Rejects Houses Terms on Budget President Obama castigated House Republicans after they pushed forward a new plan to tie further government spending to a one-year delay in a requirement that individuals buy health insurance. Who is the 'White Widow'? British-born Samantha Lewthwaite was once seen as a kind of victim of the July 2005 London terror attacks -- the pregnant wife of one of the suicide bombers that killed 52 people, now left alone to care for her children. Nigeria beefs up school security after attacks sources MAIDUGURI/DAMATURU, Nigeria (Reuters) - After Islamists killed 40 students in a dormitory attack, Nigerian authorities are taking measures to improve security around schools, including stepping up patrols and putting armed soldiers outside them and guarding school buses. An open letter to texting-mad teenagers Put your phone down for a second, teen texters -- there are some things you've got to hear. Murray's historic win Andy Murray won Wimbledon, breaking Britain's 77-year drought for a men's singles champion. DealBook British Game Maker Behind Candy Crush Seeking I.P.O. in U.S. King, based in London, has filed for a public offering in the United States, in what investors and deal makers hope will signal a revival amid a slump in the technology sector. Giants Close-Up A quick look at key moments from the Chiefs win over the Giants. Shortcuts A Special Purchase to Curb Behavior Could, Just as Easily, Terrify a Pet Americans spend billions on pet products, from automatic litter boxes and anti-scratch spray to special harnesses and leashes. The results are mixed. Cubs Fire Manager Dale Sveum After 2 Seasons Theo Epstein is proud of the talent in the Chicago Cubs' minor league system. The president of baseball operations thinks Dale Sveum is going to be a successful manager one day. 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. 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. Ride on the new Formula One track CNN's Rob Marciano experiences the thrills of the new $400 million Circuit of the Americas in Austin, Texas. T Magazine On the Verge | Pasadena, a Place With Many Hidden Charms The sleepy town just might be the Los Angeles areas next great bohemian enclave. Kevin and Bo Carney, who opened a new outpost of their shop Mohawk General Store there on Saturday, give a rundown of their favorite Pasadena attractions. Corner Office Always Thank Your Star Players, Cheggx2019;s C.E.O. Says Dan Rosensweig, president and C.E.O. of Chegg Inc., the online and mail-order textbook rental service, admires people who arenx2019;t afraid to think big. For Eli Manning, 150 Games and Counting On Sunday, Manning started his 150th consecutive game for the Giants. Compare his streak to the streaks of nearly 500 quarterbacks who have started a game since 1970.

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