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News Feed Latest worldwide news Italy makes waves with sea power plan June 25 - A UK technology company is building the world's first sub-surface wave farm with machines designed to utilise the motion of the Mediterranean Sea for power generation. The first prototype generator - capable of powering 80 homes - is undergoing onshore tests before being towed out to sea to start work next month. Rob Muir reports. European hedge funds struggle to break into U.S. market MONTE CARLO, Monaco (Reuters) - European and Asian hedge fund firms are finding the potentially lucrative U.S. market impossible to ignore, but as tough as ever to negotiate. Snoo Wilson, Surrealistic British Playwright, Dies at 64 Mr. Wilsons plays often had a satirical edge and included real people from history, like Darwin, Eichmann and Aleister Crowley. Bits Rediscovering Radio Through Apps Despite the popularity of listening to music on services like iTunes, Spotify and Pandora, radio suddenly becomes more appealing for its human element. Living American dream -- in China Looking for a weekend escape from the city, Annie Liu and her husband fell in love at first sight with a log home in Jackson Hole and bought it for less than $300,000. Analysis Quebec rail disaster shines critical light on oil-by-rail boom (Reuters) - The deadly train derailment in Quebec this weekend is set to bring intense scrutiny to the dramatic growth in North America of shipping crude oil by rail, a century-old practice unexpectedly revived by the surge in shale oil production. On the Runway Blog From Paris Couture Fashion Week, the Shape in Things to Come Couture is fundamentally what you dont see the way a garment is constructed, the reason its done by hand, and how that literally gives shape to fashion. In Europe, Greener Transit on Existing Infrastructure As cities aim to cut emissions, Vienna has introduced a network of buses whose batteries can be charged quickly using the citys tram equipment. Dollar gains, Japan shares rise on upbeat U.S. jobs data TOKYO (Reuters) - Japanese shares rose on Monday and the dollar hit a three-year high against a basket of major currencies after U.S. job creation accelerated in June, signaling growth in the world's largest economy is gathering momentum. You're the Boss Blog The Employer Mandate Has Been Delayed. Will It Be Rewritten? The delay will give businesses time to press their cases to Congress for changes in provisions of the health care overhaul. Jim Nayder, 59, Specialist in Annoying Music, Dies Mr. Nayders epiphany that people were attracted to train-wreck music led him to become the Chicago-based founder and host of The Annoying Music Show on NPR. UK start-up investment website plans global expansion LONDON (Reuters) - A British website which allows members of the public to buy stakes in small businesses is planning to expand worldwide, aiming to create a global platform linking investors to... Private banker pay holds up in tough market ZURICH (Reuters) - Stiff competition for top private bankers has kept a floor under pay even as low interest rates, flaccid client trading and tougher regulation squeeze industry profit margins. Sports Briefing | College Football Rees to Start for Irish Coach Brian Kelly said Tommy Rees would be Notre Dames starting quarterback, reversing a statement that there would be a competition with Andrew Hendrix and Malik Zaire. Television Review In PBSs Endeavour, the Detective Is a Poetry Lover The first episode of Endeavour involves a dead secretary and doctor, a series of post office robberies and the reading of Lady of Shalott to a suspect. BlackBerry investors to turn up the heat on management TORONTO/NEW YORK (Reuters) - BlackBerry will likely face tough questions about its future at its annual meeting on Tuesday after dismal quarterly results last week triggered a 28 percent plunge in the Canadian smartphone maker's share price. In Dumbo, Town Houses in a Warehouse Zone A neighborhood better known for converted loft spaces will get five new residences behind a concrete-and-glass facade; construction is set to begin this summer. Art Review Naga Peoples Made Beauty From the Ugly in Northeastern India Fiercely Modern Art of the Naga Warrior is the Rubin Museums introduction to the diverse collection of peoples who speak similar languages and reside in northeastern India. Button F1 perfect in Austin Jenson Button says Formula 1 is perfect in Austin, Texas. He talks to CNN about his successes and struggles. WWOR-TV in New Jersey Replaces Nightly News The last newscast was Friday and Chasing New Jersey, a newsmagazine-style program, will begin on Monday night. Techquity Zynga's product issues, former Groupon CEO sings Jul 2 - Zynga makes management change but analysts say it has other problems. Plus, former Groupon CEO Andrew Mason releases an album and we have a sample. Giggs handed coach role Ryan Giggs takes another step in further cementing his remarkable relationship with Manchester United after he was appointed the club's player-coach. Odey cuts stake in Man Group after share price slump LONDON (Reuters) - Odey Asset Management has reduced its stake in Man Group after a slump in the hedge fund company's share price over the past month. Bucks Blog Why You Can Ignore Those Odd $1 Credit Card Charges The $1 preauthorization charges are made before the full transaction amount is known, and eventually drop off the credit card account. Jobs data upbeat, but trade and services dim outlook WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Private employers stepped up hiring in June and new applications for unemployment benefits fell for a second straight week last week, pointing to a steadily improving labor... Portuguese PM makes coalition partner his deputy, to end crisis * PM makes major concessions, relinquishes economy ministry 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. Meet the world's ugliest dog of 2013 June 24 - The winner of the World's Ugliest Dog Contest for 2013 is a Beagle, Basset, Boxer mix named Walle who appears to be "photoshopped" according to one of the judges. Elly Park reports. Sports Briefing | College Football Alabama Fan Who Poisoned Auburns Tree Released From Jail A University of Alabama fan is free from jail after serving time for poisoning Auburn Universitys landmark oaks at Toomers Corner. Hotels at war over dessert The recipe for bingsu, Korea's beloved shaved ice dessert, used to be simple. CORRECTED-Ivory Coast agrees second port deal with Bollore-led group (Corrects Fadika's title to director of existing container terminal, not port) When cooking can kill Whether it's a weekend barbecue or roasting marshmallows on a camping trip, cooking over an open fire is a novelty that many Americans enjoy. Dot Earth Blog 90 Degrees + A.C. + Open Doors = Hamptons Energy Policy? In a rich Long Island summer resort, businesses blast the A/C with doors wide. Square Feet Tarrytown, N.Y., Charms Residents and Retailers Businesses are thriving in an economically and ethnically diverse Westchester County village of 11,354. Market Chatter-Corporate finance press digest July 5 (Reuters) - The following corporate finance-related stories were reported by media on Friday Straight Sets In Final, Murray Showed His Physical and Mental Toughness Andy Murray not only battled Novak Djokovic, the world No. 1, but also the almost unbearable hopes of millions of British citizens on his way to the Wimbledon mens title. With Egypt in limbo, schools suffer As Egypt struggles to wade through its political problems, an entire generation is at risk of being lost. Sports Briefing | College Football Oklahoma State Quarterback Picks Illinois Wes Lunt, the former Oklahoma State starting quarterback, is transferring to the University of Illinois in his home state. Cher Talks About (What Else?) Being Cher At 67, the veteran performer loves her audiences, her outfits and the freedom that comes with experience. Red tape, graft mean India not such a super market for Wal-Mart MUMBAI, July 8 (Reuters) - Wal-Mart's India expansion is stalled.

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