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Twitter begins cookie-based ad targeting
SAN FRANCISCO (Reuters) - Twitter Inc said Wednesday it would begin showing individually targeted ads using cookies, an effective online tracking technology that has also fueled concerns about internet privacy.


World's 50 best surf spots
Even if you don't surf, you'll love the scene at these spectacular beaches


White House lists two dozen leaders to meet with Obama on deficit
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Two dozen business, labor and civic leaders, including the chief executives of major U.S. corporations such as Ford, IBM and Wal-Mart, will meet President Barack Obama to discuss how to control the federal deficit, said the White House on Monday.


Rose denies Mickelson at U.S. Open
Justin Rose became the first English golfer in 43 years to win the U.S. Open on Sunday as Phil Mickelson failed to conjure up a 43rd birthday present for himself.


Obamacare implementation delay no boon for hiring
(Reuters) - The Obama administration's decision to delay a key provision of the healthcare law, by giving employers an extra year to offer insurance coverage, is not expected to significantly impact...


UPDATE 1-Wisconsin governor signs into law new abortion restrictions
MILWAUKEE, July 5 (Reuters) - Wisconsin Governor Scott Walker signed into law on Friday new abortion restrictions that opponents said could lead to the closing of two of the state's four abortion clinics.


Dave Jennings, All-Pro Punter for Giants, Dies at 61
Jennings, known for kicks that lingered in the air, angled toward the sideline and pinned opposing teams inside their 20-yard line, was often the best player on some dreadful teams.


China proposes export caps to solve solar dispute with EU - paper
SHANGHAI/HONG KONG, July 5 (Reuters) - China has proposed to cap the annual volume of its solar panel exports to the European Union and set a minimum price of its products sold there in an effort to resolve a potentially costly trade dispute between the two parties, the Shanghai Securities News reported on Friday.


Samsung Electronics' second quarter misses forecast as smartphone worries deepen
SEOUL (Reuters) - Samsung Electronics Co Ltd missed already modest expectations for its quarterly earnings guidance on Friday, deepening worries that its smartphone business may have peaked, as growth in sales of its blockbuster Galaxy phones begins to wane and new rivals emerge to eat away at its market share.


DealBook What I Learned From My Daughters Wedding
It is possible to be both intensely focused at work and also intensely engaged in other peoples lives, the author writes.


UPDATE 1-US FCC approval paves way for SoftBank, Sprint, Clearwire deals
WASHINGTON, July 5 (Reuters) - Japan's SoftBank Corp on Friday received the final approval it needed from U.S. regulators for its $21.6 billion bid to take control of Sprint Nextel Corp, the No. 3 U.S. wireless provider.


Sports Briefing | Soccer Spain Edges Italy in Shootout
Jess Navas scored the decisive penalty as the World Cup holder Spain beat Italy in a shootout after extra time ended, 0-0, in Fortaleza, Brazil.


Egypt Brotherhood deputy leader Shater arrested
CAIRO (Reuters) - A deputy leader of Egypt's Muslim Brotherhood, former presidential candidate Khairat El-Shater, has been arrested, security sources, his party and state news agency MENA said on Saturday.


Television Review Special Flight Centers on an Immigrant Detention Center
The documentary Special Flight examines the challenges of undocumented immigrants and their jailers at a detention center in Geneva.


ArtsBeat Broadways Vanya and Sonia Recoups Investment
In another sign of the strong Broadway season for plays, Christopher Durangs comedy Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike has recouped its $2.75 million capitalization and will have the rest of the summer to earn profits.


UPDATE 2-EU threatens to suspend data-sharing with U.S. over spy reports
BRUSSELS, July 5 (Reuters) - The European Union is threatening to suspend two agreements granting the United States access to European financial and travel data unless Washington shows it is respecting EU rules on data privacy, EU officials said on Friday.


Transatlantic monetary divide to accelerate dollar surge
LONDON, July 5 (Reuters) - U.S. monetary policy is zigging while the rest of the world is zagging, and the world should brace for a protracted dollar surge, more strains for developing economies and...


Restaurant Takeaway ABC Cocinas Green Pea Guacamole
Tweaking a classic while fresh green peas are in season.


DealBook Dalian Wanda of China to Spend $1.6 Billion on Yacht Maker and London Hotel
The property developer Dalian Wanda said on Wednesday that acquiring the yacht maker Sunseeker International and building a luxury hotel in London would help it branch into new markets outside China.


Judge Rejects 3 Lawsuits Against Former Elmo Puppeteer
A federal judge cited the statute of limitations in dismissing the lawsuits by men who said that the former puppeteer Kevin Clash had sexually abused them.


Jay-Z Is Watching, and He Knows Your Friends
Surveillance rears its head in the spam traps of Jay-Zs new release, Magna Carta ... Holy Grail.


Prosecutor in Florida shooting case comes out swinging
June 24 - Prosecutor John Guy launched into a profanity laced opening statement, reportedly repeating the words of George Zimmerman, as Zimmerman's trial for the murder of an unarmed black teenager begins. Rough Cut (no reporter narration)


Tool Kit Blood Alcohol Testers for Those Without Badges
Although they do not offer the reliability of $10,000 machines used by police departments, new units deliver results cheaply and quickly.


Now Things Get Serious at Tour De France
When they sit down late on Saturday afternoon for the ritual they call the "apero" meaning nibbles and alcoholic drinks the French still won't know who is going to win their beloved Tour de France this year.


Jeter to Start Rehab Assignment
The captain is ready to test his twice broken ankle.


Ecuador to U.S. Don't threaten us
Defiant authorities in Ecuador say they won't bow to U.S. pressure as they weigh former NSA contractor Edward Snowden's request for asylum.


10 African startups to know
An Africa tech expert picks 10 exciting African tech startups building 'amazing products that can compete on the international stage.'


Watson Names North as Vice-Captain for 2014 Ryder Cup
United States captain Tom Watson has appointed twice former U.S. Open champion Andy North as a vice-captain for next year's Ryder Cup against holders Europe at Gleneagles in Scotland.


Bucks Blog Why Its Hard to Build Emergency Savings
Some savings accounts charge inactivity fees, making it hard to use them for emergency funds.


The Last Mermaid Show
In the shadow of Disney World, an endangered species is practicing the secrets of the deep.


Little Interest in Lone Ranger Is a Blow for Disney
The big-budget film failed to hold its own against the animated feature Despicable Me 2. By the end of the weekend, according to estimates, Lone Ranger will take in less $50 million.


Top 10 stopover stays
TOKYO (Reuters) - Spending a night between destinations in a stopover city and need a place to stay? Online boutique hotel experts Mr Mrs Smith (www.mrandmrssmith.com) have come up with 10 hotels for a memorable stopover. Reuters has not endorsed this list.


Ancelotti to Real, Blanc at PSG
Football's managerial merry-go-round swung into action Tuesday as both Real Madrid and Paris Saint-Germain ended months of speculation by appointing new coaches.


Trip Treats Africa as Land of Promise, Troubles Aside
President Obama completed a visit that confounded critics by avoiding hot spots like Kenya and Nigeria in favor of nations demonstrating progress.


Global Soccer Saying It All by Not Mentioning Soccer
President Dilma Rousseff of Brazil did not say the words "soccer" or "Olympics" in talking about how to address recent protests, but there is little doubt that sports play a role in the unrest.


'Mandela vs. Mandela' family feud sinks to soap opera
MTHATHA, South Africa (Reuters) - A feud between factions of Nelson Mandela's family descended into soap opera farce on Thursday when his grandson and heir, Mandla, accused relatives of adultery and milking the fame of the revered anti-apartheid leader.


Well Dangers of Distracted Walking
A growing number of people who walk while talking or texting on a cellphone are ending up in the emergency room.


Venezuela offers asylum to U.S. leaker Snowden
Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro offers asylum to U.S. intelligence leaker Edward Snowden, the state-run media says.


Israel Sees a Chance for More Reliable Ties With Egypt and a Weakening of Hamas
The good news for Israel remains tempered by the uncertainty and instability next door, but some in the country were celebrating the fall of the Muslim Brotherhood in Egypt.


Chuck Klostermans I Wear the Black Hat
In these essays, Chuck Klosterman considers public perceptions of villainy and his affection for con men.


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