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Gene Sleuths Find How Some Naturally Resist Cholera
People living in the Ganges Delta have adapted genetically to the ancient scourge through variations in some 300 genes, researchers say.


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.


First diva in women's tennis
The French Open has paid tribute to Suzanne Lenglen -- naming a show court in her honor. Don Riddell reports.


For DiPietro and Islanders Owner, a Bond Is Broken
The Islanders finally gave up on goalie Rick DiPietro, who was sidelined by numerous injuries, placing him on waivers and ending a close relationship with the team owner Charles Wang.


Beholding Met Masterpieces, Even on a Monday
The Metropolitan Museum of Art on Monday began its new policy of being open to the public seven days a week.


Student loans Exploiting America's young - Douglas Holtz-Eakin
(Reuters) - Obamacare was paid for on the backs of students.


Kidd, a Floor General Turned Coach, Has Ambitious Plans for the Nets
Jason Kidd, about six weeks removed from his final N.B.A. game as a player, acknowledges his lack of experience as a coach, but he is brimming with ideas for the Nets.


EasyJet leads UK FTSE bounce after update
LONDON, July 4 (Reuters) - Britain's top share index rebounded on Thursday, taking its cue from gains in Asian and U.S. stocks and strength in easyJet, although gains were limited by concerns about...


Wimbledon rules orange shoes out but not colored undies
LONDON (Reuters) - Roger Federer received orders from Wimbledon organizers on Wednesday to change his orange-soled shoes that breach an all-white rule although women players will not be pulled up for wearing colored knickers.


Why higher U.S. yields should cheer investors
LONDON (Reuters) - Rising U.S. bond yields should embolden, not spook, investors as they reflect improving growth and increase the allure of assets that most benefit from an economic upturn.


The 10 worst film and TV bosses
Every so often I'll see a movie or a TV show where a boss is over-the-top bad, and it's supposed to be hilarious or terrifying.


Despite Exit of Militants, Violence Continues to Grip Somali City and Raises Worries
In recent clashes, at least 71 people were killed and more than 300 were wounded, the World Health Organization said Thursday.


BRICs will suffer from QE rollback - World Bank
June 19 - As quantitative easing slows, developing countries will struggle to access capital, warns World Bank President Jim Yong Kim at a newsmaker event in London.


Mark Ronson on love for music
CNN's Monita Rajpal meets Grammy award-winning Mark Ronson who has produced some of the biggest stars in the industry.


U.S. Fed balance sheet grows in latest week
NEW YORK, July 5 (Reuters) - The U.S. Federal Reserve's balance sheet grew in the latest week with additional holdings of Treasury debt, Fed data released on Friday showed.


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Notable properties that have been recently listed for sale, sold or leased.


Bubba Watson on shaping shots
Defending Masters champion Bubba Watson talks family, Golf Boys, that playoff and shows us how he shapes those shots.


Nokia to buy out Siemens equipment venture; shares surge
HELSINKI (Reuters) - Nokia shares surged on Monday after it announced plans to buy out Siemens AG's share of their network equipment joint venture, betting on the technology to run 4G networks as it...


Violent Episodes Grow in Tanzania, an African Haven
Human rights groups and the largest opposition party say episodes of intimidation and suppression are growing in the country, an island of stability in an often-chaotic region.


Tiger/Obama Golf's power pair
Butch Harmon could hardly believe what he was seeing. Two of the most recognizable faces on the planet were casually shooting the breeze as they swept down the fairway in Florida.


A Move for the Frugal Traveler
Starting this week, the Frugal Traveler column is changing its format 8212; though you8217;ll barely notice the difference.


Montgomerie Misses Out on British Open
Colin Montgomerie's rushed journey to take place in British Open qualifying on Tuesday was all in vain. The Scottish veteran failed to make the field for the major after struggling in wet conditions.


Water crisis, over-population present stark choices for Kiribati
June 13 - Rising sea levels and a booming population are presenting the Pacific island nation of Kiribati with stark choices that could determine its survival. Migration from smaller islands and a lack of fresh water have some experts predicting dire consequences for the country and its people if action is not taken. Rob Muir reports.


The hot albums and festivals this summer
Summer is the best time for outdoor musical festivals and blasting music with all the windows open. We've done the legwork for you, and compiled what should be some of the best albums of the season, and the most tent-worthy festivals, organized by region.


Rabbi Takes a Stand for Gay Marriage, and a Segment of the Congregation Rebels
David Wolpe of Sinai Temple in Los Angeles says that about half the families in his synagogue, with a heavy Persian population, oppose his new policy.


Critics Notebook American Ballet Theaters Swan Lake
At American Ballet Theater, stars put their individual stamps on Swan Lake.


Els magic ahead of Muirfield
Ernie Els gains the perfect confidence boost ahead of his defense of the British Open title by completing a wire to wire victory in the BMW International Open in Munich Sunday.


Britten in the time of cholera - ENO's sparkling season
LONDON (Reuters) - Everyone knows better than to eat the yellow snow, but Benjamin Britten's bleak and searing "Death in Venice", in a stunning revival in London and now in Amsterdam, makes clear...


Belgian king abdicating throne
King Albert II of Belgium is abdicating his throne, effective July 21, he announced Wednesday.


Inbee Park eyes 'grand slam'
South Korea's Inbee Park says she will consider it a grand slam if she wins next month's British Open.


Jailed Facebook teen finally getting day in court
A Texas teen who's been jailed more than four months for a Facebook comment he made during a video-game argument is finally getting a day in court that could let him go home.


Rambus asked about shredded records in Nvidia case
* Appeals judge says Rambus doesn't know what was shredded


Beyond the Playbook for N.F.L. Rookies
All 254 players drafted by N.F.L. teams in April have been invited to the Cleveland area for a rookie symposium.


Sports Briefing | Football Hernandezs Apartment Is Searched by Police
A search of an apartment in Franklin, Mass., rented by the former New England Patriots tight end Aaron Hernandez turned up ammunition and clothing that the police believe could be evidence in the murder case against him.


Really? The Claim Children Tend to Gain Weight Over Summer Recess
Studies suggest that youngsters may be most likely to pack on pounds when they are home for summer vacation.


Bubba Watson on shaping shots
Defending Masters champion Bubba Watson talks family, Golf Boys, that playoff and shows us how he shapes those shots.


President of Venezuela Offers Asylum to Snowden
President Nicols Maduro of Venezuela announced his decision regarding Edward J. Snowden, the former N.S.A. contractor, after Mr. Snowden was turned down by several countries.


President of Venezuela Offers Asylum to Snowden
President Nicols Maduro of Venezuela announced his decision regarding Edward J. Snowden, the former N.S.A. contractor, after Mr. Snowden was turned down by several countries.


FCC gives official nod to deals by SoftBank, Sprint, Clearwire
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The Federal Communications Commission on Friday announced its official approval of two related deals by Sprint Nextel Corp, SoftBank Corp and Clearwire Corp.


Obama, buoyed by election win, faces new battles
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - President Barack Obama had little time to savor victory on Wednesday after voters gave him a second term in the White House where he faces urgent economic challenges, a looming fiscal showdown and a still-divided Congress able to block his every move.


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