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News Feed Latest worldwide news The Learning Network Blog Test Yourself | Editing Practice, Nov. 1, 2013 Can you identify that or which as the better word to complete the sentence from the article? On the Market in New York City An Upper East Side one-bedroom; a Midtown East two-bedroom; and another two-bedroom in Boerum Hill. 'Ender's Game' explores complexity of youth, isolation and warfare LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - Based on a story written three decades ago and set in a future dystopian Earth where children are manipulated into fighting an enemy race, the film "Ender's Game" could make its young adult and family audience ponder what ails present-day society. Serious Danger of Blood Clots Halts Sale of Leukemia Drug The drug, Iclusig, has been linked to severe heart attacks and strokes, blindness and loss of blood flow in the extremities that can require amputation. EU-U.S. talks on NSA spying concerns A European Union delegation is meeting White House officials over revelations that the NSA spied on European leaders and their citizens. UPDATE 3-Berkshire Q3 profit up 29 pct; operating results miss Nov 1 (Reuters) - Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway Inc posted a 29 percent jump in third-quarter profit as it recorded big gains on investments made during the financial crisis, but operating results missed forecasts amid weakness in insurance operations. Bruised by Romney criticism, Bain Capital thanks investors (Reuters) - Bain Capital LLC, the private equity firm co-founded by defeated presidential candidate Mitt Romney, thanked its investors on Thursday for their support and patience over the last year as it confronted "political hyperbole and distortion." Chelsea Eliminates Arsenal From League Cup Csar Azpilicueta seized on a defensive blunder and Juan Mata scored a slick second goal as Chelsea dumped its London rival Arsenal out of the League Cup with a 2-0 victory. Alpha Natural forecasts lower mining costs, cuts capex (Reuters) - Alpha Natural Resources Inc joined rival Arch Coal Inc in forecasting lower mining costs for the year as it reins in spending to cope with weak coal prices. Angry Over U.S. Surveillance, Tech Giants Bolster Defenses What began as a public relations predicament for American technology companies has evolved into a moral crisis that threatens the foundation of their businesses. CORRECTED-Costa Rica aims to sell 16 mln tns carbon credits on new exchange SAN JOSE, Nov 1 (Reuters) - Costa Rica expects to sell 16 million tonnes of carbon credits over eight years on its new carbon exchange, Latin America's first, a venue that allows polluters to offset... Greatest photo bomb ever? A locally famous sea lion named Pancho takes an opportunity to steal a fisherman's trophy mahimahi during a photo op! Many vets given psychiatric drugs without diagnosis NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Nearly one-third of U.S. veterans who are given psychiatric medications by their doctors do not have a diagnosed mental health problem, according to a new study. Ex-FBI agent Snowden valuable Erin Burnett talks to Tim Clemente about reports the NSA leaker Edward Snowden has a job with a top Russian web site. UPDATE 1-Energy Future interest payment buys time to restructure NEW YORK, Nov 1 (Reuters) - Energy Future Holdings made an interest payment of about $270 million to subordinated bondholders on Friday, setting the stage for a few more months of restructuring talks... New York steps up security ahead of marathon Nov. 1 - New York City Police Commissioner Ray Kelly says the city will have additional officers on the street as well as increased video surveillance ahead of this weekend's marathon. Kerry to visit Egypt, tensions high before Mursi trial CAIRO (Reuters) - U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry will visit Egypt a day before deposed Islamist President Mohamed Mursi goes on trial, the next likely flashpoint in the struggle between his Muslim Brotherhood and the army-backed interim government. Set for Marathon, Ex-Addicts Find Their Way The San Patrignano drug rehabilitation center in Italy is not a typical training ground for marathoners, but it will send a team of six former drug addicts to compete in Sundays New York City Marathon. Does power make you mean? We all know the story. Someone gets promoted at work and suddenly they turn into a bully. Now research suggests that a default brain mechanism may cause us to lose empathy when we gain power. GLOBAL MARKETS-Euro falls on potential ECB rate cut; Wall St rises * Global equity markets fall although factory activity gains * Wall St closes up after see-saw session * Euro under pressure after biggest fall vs dollar in 6 mths * Oil declines on strong dollar *... 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. NHL Calendar Nov. 8 Hockey Hall of Fame game New Jersey Devils at Toronto Maple Leafs Scientists who took chemistry into cyberspace win Nobel Prize STOCKHOLM (Reuters) - Three U.S. scientists won the Nobel chemistry prize on Wednesday for pioneering work on computer programs that simulate complex chemical processes and have revolutionized research in areas from drugs to solar energy. Japan banks Mobster connections? As Japanese authorities widen their investigation into ties between financial institutions and organized crime, an investigative reporter says the current allegations have left with a sense of "dj vu." Making It Last An Early Split, but Their Commitment Grew Stronger Lisa Holtby and David Hlavsa were married about seven years when they went their separate ways. But then they figured out what they wanted and find marriage worth the work. Listening Post One Casualty of Eavesdropping on Merkel A Warm Rapport For President Obama, the collateral damage the National Security Agency surveillance has inflicted on his relationship with Chancellor Angela Merkel of Germany is, perhaps, a more painful cost of the episode. Rory McIlroy in good shape after Korea Rory McIlroy leaves South Korea in "good shape" despite what might have been at Korean Open. Google's mystery barges revealed as luxury showrooms with party deck -report SAN FRANCISCO, Nov 1 (Reuters) - Google Inc's mysterious barges, which prompted fevered speculation about everything from offshore data centers to floating research labs, may serve a more prosaic role as upscale party venues and showrooms. Sanford Weill Lures Zarin Mehta to Green Center Sanford Weill is bringing in Mr. Mehta, the former president of the New York Philharmonic, to help run the Green Music Center in Sonoma County. Sports Briefing | Soccer Chelsea Pulls Out Last-Minute Win Chelsea seized on a defensive blunder in the 90th minute to beat Manchester City, 2-1, in the Premier League. Banking regulators propose tougher rules on trading books LONDON (Reuters) - Global regulators proposed fundamental changes on Thursday to how banks price risk on their trading books in a move lawyers said would prompt some lenders to exit or cut back... Special Report ATP World Tour Finals Tennis Looks to Mix It Up to Ensure an Entertaining Future There is a push to encourage more variety in play and court speed with an eye on the net and, in a Darwinian entertainment landscape, an eye on the clock. Snedeker's health fightback World no. 7 Brandt Snedeker targets strong finish to 2013 after fighting back from a bone disease. TV reboot mania Has nothing been learned from "Ironside?" Has nothing been learned from "Ironside?" Very few of these TV show reboots turn out well. UPDATE 1-Ecuador's economy grew 3.5 pct in second quarter QUITO, Nov 1 (Reuters) - Ecuador's economy grew 3.5 percent in the seacond quarter that ended in June vs the same period a year earlier, driven by expansion of construction, communications and oil sectors, the central bank said on Friday. Dance Review At Ice Theater of New York, Balanchine as Inspiration Edward Villella, a former Balanchine star, choreographs for Ice Theater of New York. Economix Blog Planned Obsolescence, as Myth or Reality What economic theory can tell us about whether companies like Apple would even have an incentive to limit the useful life of their products, and under what market conditions. College Football Roundup Oregon Overpowers U.C.L.A. in Second Half Byron Marshall ran for 133 yards and 3 touchdowns, and No. 2 Oregon wore down No. 12 U.C.L.A.s stout defense for a victory. Official Blast kills suicide bomber near Tunisian resort A suicide bomber blew himself up Wednesday on a beach near a hotel in the Tunisian resort city of Sousse, killing only himself, according to an Interior Ministry official and state media. N.F.L. Roundup Sly Stafford Makes Big Day by Johnson Count for Lions The Cowboys thought the Lions Matthew Stafford was going to spike the ball. Instead, he lunged for a score, giving Calvin Johnson, who had 329 receiving yards, another reason to celebrate.

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