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News Feed Latest worldwide news F1 rewriting rules to end tire chaos Formula One's governing body is taking the unusual step of rewriting its own rulebook in the middle of the season in an attempt to end the tire crisis threatening to undermine the sport. Economix Blog Confusing the Public on the Affordable Care Act Many opponents of the Affordable Care Act have used cautionary warnings of its impact, and some of them are jam-packed with misleading information, an economist writes. Sports Briefing | Football Krafts Super Bowl Ring Said to Be a Gift to Putin A spokesman for President Vladimir V. Putin of Russia said the New England Patriots owner, Robert Kraft, meant for a diamond-encrusted Super Bowl ring to be a gift to Mr. Putin eight years ago. Mars Science Lab launch delayed two years NASA's launch of the Mars Science Laboratory -- hampered by technical difficulties and cost overruns -- has been delayed until the fall of 2011, NASA officials said at a news conference Thursday in Washington. Geologist tastes prehistoric water If you discovered water that could be millions or billions of years old, would you taste it? Deadly clashes after Mursi overthrow July 4 - At least 14 killed as new clashes erupt in Egypt. Rough Cut (no reporter narration) After a Stumble, Tech Lobby Refocuses on Immigration After ads that drew criticism for promoting pet conservative causes, Fwd.us is trying to turn around its image as it prepares for the fight for immigration overhaul in the House. Square Feet Tarrytown, N.Y., Charms Residents and Retailers Businesses are thriving in an economically and ethnically diverse Westchester County village of 11,354. UPDATE 5-Batista exit from MPX begins breakup of EBX empire * Shares will be sold in $380 mln private placement instead The Scene in Cairo After Morsis Ouster The Timess Cairo bureau chief, David D. Kirkpatrick, reports during a climactic day in which Egypts military moved to seize power from President Mohamed Morsi. Morales back in Bolivia after plane drama over Snowden LA PAZ (Reuters) - Bolivian President Evo Morales arrived home to a hero's welcome late on Wednesday, saying some European countries' refusal to let his plane enter their airspace because of suspicion it carried fugitive U.S. spy agency contractor Edward Snowden was a provocation aimed at all of South America. Gru's band of Minions take spotlight in 'Despicable Me 2' LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - Lovable villain Gru is back as a doting father in "Despicable Me 2," but while he swaps his villainous world domination schemes for princess parties, his yellow, spiky-haired Minions rustle up trouble in the film. Lisicki favorite ahead of 33,000-1 semi-finals LONDON (Reuters) - An improbable scenario that would have prompted a polite chuckle among tennis fans two weeks ago is set to play out on Thursday when Marion Bartoli, Kirsten Flipkens, Sabine Lisicki and Agnieska Radwanska do battle in the Wimbledon semi-finals. City Room Preserving History, and Uncovering Secrets, at Green-Wood Cemetery As part of an archive project, a group of volunteers gather once a month to pan for historical gold in the massive files of Green-Wood Cemetery in Brooklyn. Sports Briefing | Hockey Islanders Buy Out DiPietro The Islanders said they would use a compliance buyout for the goaltender and former first overall draft pick Rick DiPietro, concluding an expensive saga. Well Keeping Cancer a Secret Its our job, as doctors and nurses, to be deliberate in asking our patients how they will explain their cancer to others, to make sure they understand. Keeping such a diagnosis hushed, from those who love and care for us, is an unfair burden we shouldnt allow cancer to dictate, too. Egypt's new president takes oath July 4 - New Egyptian President Adli Mansour is sworn in after former leader Mohamed Mursi was forced from office. Jessica Gray reports. Art in Review Lucien Samaha The Flight Attendant Years 1978-1986 For Lucien Samahas solo debut in New York, he has skimmed off pictures from the early years when he was a flight attendant for Trans World Airlines. Think Like a Doctor A Mysterious Fever Can you figure out why a 37-year-old woman continues to have fevers, despite getting antibiotics? Solve a real medical case with Dr. Lisa Sanders. In Transit Blog Aruba Promotes Its Sustainable Energy Aruba is working on running on renewable energy, and a number of its resorts offer green options for travelers. Florida governor orders review of election laws after voting snafus TALLAHASSEE, Florida (Reuters) - Florida Governor Rick Scott ordered his top elections official on Wednesday to figure out what caused long lines at polling stations and delays in ballot counting in the battleground state on Election Day. Chinese astronauts land safely after "perfect" space mission BEIJING (Reuters) - Three Chinese astronauts returned to Earth on Wednesday, touching down in north China's Inner Mongolia after a successful 15-day mission in which they docked with an experimental manned space laboratory. Bucks Blog Military Auto Borrowers to Get Refund Checks Military members who financed car loans under the MILES program will get refund checks. Matter Studying Tumors Differently, in Hopes of Outsmarting Them To understand why drug resistance often causes targeted cancer therapies to fail, geneticists have teamed up with mathematicians to create detailed models of cancer. Isis shares jump after experimental drug cuts blood fat (Reuters) - Shares of Isis Pharmaceuticals Inc rose as much as 24 percent after the drugmaker said its experimental drug reduced triglycerides, a type of fat, in blood and increased the level of... Tiny island boasts golf legacy Shane O'Donoghue explores how golf legend Harry Vardon helped the British island of Jersey develop a golf legacy. You're the Boss Blog Is $75 Million in Venture Capital an Advantage? Or is it better to be self-financed? Which of two data companies, financed differently, do you think is better positioned? Oil and gas explorer Angle Energy may sell itself July 3 (Reuters) - Oil and gas exploration company Angle Energy Inc said that it may sell itself as it estimated second quarter production to be about 10,800 barrels to 10,900 barrels of oil... Kuwait's KIPCO to bid for health insurance company stake KUWAIT, July 4 (Reuters) - Investment group Kuwait Projects Co (KIPCO) said on Thursday it would bid for a stake in Kuwait Health Assurance Co (KHAC)- the first such announcement since the bidding process opened in April. Mining revival offers hope in crisis-hit Europe * Countries offer large labour pools, good ore prospects, low risk Fitch Portugal Resignations Show Political Risk to Adjustment LONDON, July 04 (Fitch) The resignation of Portugal's finance minister and the tendered resignation of the foreign minister this week highlight the political and implementation risks to the country's... Well Think Like a Doctor A Mysterious Fever Solved! Readers solve the case of a 37-year-old woman who had a persistent fever despite being treated with antibiotics. Lawmakers Question White House Account of an Internet Surveillance Program Some lawmakers are expressing skepticism not only about the value of the domestic surveillance programs but also about the accuracy with which the administration has described them. F.C.C. Is Told Verizon Underpaid Data Refunds A lawyer told the Federal Communications Commission that Verizon might have collected more than $240 million from false charges, more than four times the amount it agreed to refund. Breakingviews Drugged up on MA July 1 - Richard Beales talks to Rob Cyran about Onyxs search for a buyer and why the cancer drug maker was right to reject Amgens $10 bln hostile bid. Floating Schools Bring Classrooms to Stranded Students In Bangladesh, where floods regularly disrupt education, a nonprofit group has found a way of using wooden boats to deliver classes and books to rural communities. South Koreaa shares trim gains as Samsung Elec misses estimates * Samsung Elec extends fall after forecast missing Q2 estimates Scientists create human liver from stem cells LONDON (Reuters) - Scientists have for the first time created a functional human liver from stem cells derived from skin and blood and say their success points to a future where much-needed livers and other transplant organs could be made in a laboratory. Mandela "uncomfortable" but not in pain July 4 - Nelson Mandela's wife Graca Machel says her husband is rarely in pain, but may sometimes be "uncomfortable" at an event honoring the former South African leader. Deborah Gembara reports. Straight Sets Prospects From Britain and U.S. Meet Britains Kyle Edmund defeated the American Stefan Kozlov, 4-6, 6-1, 6-3, in Thursdays quarterfinals of the boys singles.

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