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News Feed Latest worldwide news Marcia Wallace, voice of 'The Simpsons' Edna Krabappel, dies at 70 (Reuters) - Actress Marcia Wallace, the voice of Edna Krabappel on the Fox show "The Simpsons" and earlier Carol Kester, the receptionist on the 1970s sitcom "The Bob Newhart Show," has died at 70. 'Stan the Man' makes mark Stanislas Wawrinka talks to CNN about his 2013 success and his Olympic gold with Roger Federer. ArtsBeat New World Symphony (German Contest Remix) The Deutsches Symphonie-Orchester Berlin is inviting D.J.s to remix its recording of Dvoraks New World Symphony. Behind scenes with Solheim stars Living Golf goes behind the scenes at the biggest tournament in women's golf. US Airways, American consider merger settlement sources WASHINGTON (Reuters) - US Airways Group and American Airlines are considering giving up takeoff and landing slots at Washington's Ronald Reagan National Airport to win regulator approval of their $11... In Practice Conservative Group Tests New Attack on Health Law A new Web video from Americans for Prosperity criticizes President Obama for his promise that those with health care coverage could keep their current plans. Centerra says shareholders won't give up more of Kumtor stake Oct 31 (Reuters) - The chief executive of Centerra Gold Inc said on Thursday he had little wiggle room to agree to demands from the parliament of Kyrgyzstan, which is seeking control over the... Rossi to get home run in U.S. Grand Prix Californian Caterham racer Alexander Rossi will give home fans something to cheer about when Formula One returns to Texas. RLPC-Bankers prep $625 mln financings for Sulzer039;s Metco sale -bankers LONDON, Oct 31 (Reuters) - Bankers are working on financing packages of around 560 million Swiss francs ($624.69 million) to back a sale of Swiss machinery manufacturer Sulzer039;s coatings unit Metco, banking sources said on Thursday. Congo army says hunting rebels deep into mountain bases GOMA, Democratic Republic of Congo (Reuters) - Congo's army said on Thursday it was hunting rebels deep into forests and mountains along the border with Rwanda and Uganda, the last insurgent hideouts after they were driven from towns they held during a 20-month rebellion. Airbus so an inch does make a difference Oct 28 - Airbus is calling on the industry to make 18 inch aircraft seats standard after a scientific study suggests it would help passengers sleep better on long journeys. Hayley Platt asks if the measures will do anything to reverse poor sales of their larger jets. $1.3 million worth of art auctioned for Syrian refugee children BEIRUT (Reuters) - An estimated $1.3 million worth of art from more than 130 artists, mostly from Syria and Lebanon, is being auctioned at below-gallery prices in Beirut to raise money for Syrian refugee children. Minnesota Upsets No. 25 Nebraska 34-23 When Philip Nelson picked Minnesota, he envisioned program-lifting wins like this. Barrick to raise more than $3 billion through share offer Oct 31 (Reuters) - Barrick Gold Corp said on Thursday that it will raise up to $3.45 billion through a bought deal share offering, with much of the money earmarked to pay down short- and medium-term... Australia shares dip as NAB tumbles, but up 4 pct for the month SYDNEY, Oct 31 (Reuters) - Australian shares edged down 0.1 percent on Thursday, weighed down by losses in the financial sector after National Australia Bank slumped on concerns about its British... UK peer-to-peer lender Funding Circle expands with U.S. deal LONDON (Reuters) - A British website which enables members of the public to lend to small businesses is expanding into the United States via a merger with another so-called 'peer-to-peer' lender. Boyd Leads No. 9 Clemson Past Maryland 40-27 The offense clicked on the ground and in the air, amassing 551 yards on 98 plays. The defense came up big during a pivotal stretch of the third quarter, and special teams contributed 16 points. Bitcoins made simple Go to an ATM Start-up firm Robocoin launched the worlds first bitcoin ATM in a Vancouver coffee shop this week. Reuters correspondent Julie Gordon spoke with their CEO about how the new kiosk makes buying and selling the digital currency easier. Your Money Adviser The Alphabet Soup of Health Spending Plans Most people dont know the difference between health savings accounts and flexible-spending arrangements. The Haggler Stuck in a Dispute Between PayPal and Itself A transaction on eBay wends into confusing territory as a customer is compelled to ask PayPal to pursue a dispute with itself. The Learning Network Blog Test Yourself | English, Oct. 31, 2013 Can you choose the correct meaning of quintessential, as it is used in the article? Profit Margins Squeeze Exxon Mobil and Shell Weak margins in refining hurt results at the largest European and American oil companies. Katy Perry tops Billboard in worst week for album sales since 1991 LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - Pop singer Katy Perry shot to the top of the weekly Billboard 200 album chart on Wednesday with her latest album, "Prism," although overall album sales for the week were the lowest since the publication began charting in 1991. Deadly sins Good for your career? Greed, envy, pride and wrath Four of the seven deadly sins and the subtext of many a cautionary tale. But could these dark, often suppressed aspects of the human psyche also offer up clues to the secret of career success? Israeli tank fire kills Gaza militant in clashes Gaza sources GAZA (Reuters) - A Hamas militant was killed and another critically wounded by Israeli tank fire in the southern Gaza Strip on Thursday, medical sources said. Mountain mirrors to bring light to dark Norwegian town Oct. 22 - Three giant mirrors have been erected on a mountainside in Norway, to bring much needed sunlight to residents of a small town. The town is situated at the bottom of a narrow valley where the sun doesn't shine during the long Nordic winter, but its hoped the mirrors will change all that and bring its residents out of the shade and into the light. Jim Drury reports. GLOBAL MARKETS-Asian shares slip after upbeat U.S. data TOKYO, Nov 1 (Reuters) - Asian shares edged down and the dollar inched higher in early trade on Friday after upbeat U.S. economic data prompted some investors to price in a less dovish policy outlook for the U.S. Federal Reserve. South Carolina 27, Missouri 24 (Two Overtimes) Gamecocks Change Passer, and Fortune Trailing, 17-0, in the third quarter, South Carolina replaced Dylan Thompson with Connor Shaw at quarterback, which spurred a comeback against Missouri. Fast, Diverse, and Striving The West Side Runners Club comprises a diverse group of immigrants who train rigorously despite working long hours. The Learning Network Blog News Quiz | October 31, 2013 See what you know about the news of the day. David Beckham 'passionate' about being club owner David Beckham stressed his desire to launch a new Major League Soccer franchise on Wednesday, as the former England captain revealed his passion about becoming a future club owner. UPDATE 1-Fairfax Financial swings to loss on equity hedges TORONTO, Oct 31 (Reuters) - Fairfax Financial Holdings Ltd , the Canadian property and casualty insurer run by investment guru Prem Watsa, said on Thursday it fell to a third-quarter loss due to equity hedges that lost money in a rising market. Loeb feels more Sony pain Oct. 31 - Months after activist investor Dan Loeb called for Sonys breakup, the manufacturing and entertainment conglomerate slashed its profit forecast after a relapse in the TV unit and a summer Hollywood flop. Fred Katayama reports. "Practical" solar car hits the road in Sydney Sept. 16 - Among the teams competing in next month's 3000 kilometer World Solar Challenge race across Australia, is a group from the University of New South Wales who've built a solar-powered vehicle designed to look like a conventional car. In a field dominated by vehicles that look anything but conventional, the car provides a glimpse of what we could be driving on the roads in years to come. Lester Ranby was there for its first test drive. Barclays promotes Attea to co-head of US securitized products NEW YORK, Oct 31 (IFR) - Barclays has promoted Martin Attea to co-head of its US securitized-products group, replacing Diane Rinnovatore, who has left the firm after 16 years, according to sources familiar with the matter. Record-setting night for Roma Roma became the first team in Serie A history to win its opening 10 games of the season after a 1-0 victory over bottom feeder Chievo. In Spain, Atletico Madrid kept pace with Barcelona. National Briefing | South Tennessee Guardsman Is Indicted in Armory Attack A federal grand jury in Memphis charged Sgt. First Class Amos Patton with nine counts, including assault with a deadly weapon and unlawfully attempting to kill four soldiers. Venezuelan leader says workers see Chavez apparition at building site CARACAS (Reuters) - Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro said an image of his idol and predecessor, the late socialist leader Hugo Chavez, has appeared miraculously in the wall of an underground construction site. UPDATE 2-Invesco profit rises as assets grow on new client money NEW YORK, Oct 31 (Reuters) - Asset manager Invesco Ltd said on Thursday that its third-quarter profit rose 34 percent as strong net inflows, primarily in its retail business, helped boost assets. Pan de Muerto Is Bread That Gets Into the Spirit On the Mexican holiday meant to honor the dead, Da de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, this treat is in demand.

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