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News Feed Latest worldwide news Confeds Cup marred by protests Brazilian protestors argue that money should be spent on public services instead of new stadiums for the World Cup. Football Brazil lift Confeds Cup Hosts Brazil enjoy a triumphant finale to the troubled Confederations Cup with a 3-0 defeat of world champions Spain in the Maracana Sunday. Ancient primate may be missing link Achilles' heel was his weak spot in the Greek myth, but the heel of a newly discovered primate provides a strong connection between humans and their possible ancestors. Well Getting Men to Want to Use Condoms A Gates Foundation challenge to develop a next generation condom speaks to the low usage only 5 percent of men worldwide of a prophylactic that can curb H.I.V./AIDS. How to pretend you're Canadian Flag-jacking isn't enough. Here's some advice on how Americans can fake being Canadian. The New Old Age Fewer Hospitalizations for C.O.P.D. Patients Treatments for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease have improved, but many doctors seem unaware. Thousands march for gay rights June 30 - Gay pride events bring colour and calls for equality to many cities around the globe. Rough cut - no reporter narration. British shares rise, survey data boosts industrial firms LONDON, July 1 (Reuters) - Britain's top share index rose on Monday as investors placed fresh bets at the start of the quarter, with robust June manufacturing data sending industrial firms to the top... ArtsBeat You Had Me at Bigger Alligators Times readers pitch summer blockbusters featuring karate teamwork, deutronium bombs, Nicolas Cage and more. Its No Secret Lakers Want Howard Back The free-agency period in the N.B.A. begins Monday, and the Lakers are having to confront the possibility that Dwight Howard, acquired last summer, will leave. Icahn seeks Dell meeting after securing $5.2 billion for bid (Reuters) - Billionaire investor Carl Icahn asked for a meeting with Dell Inc's special board committee after lining up $5.2 billion in loan commitments to back up his bid for a leveraged recapitalization of the personal computer maker. Breakingviews EU bail-in partially protects taxpayers June 27 - New EU rules bailing in creditors of failed banks is a step forwards, but it wont prevent another Cyprus or SNS, says Breakingviews. Obama says EU, all intelligence agencies seek info on each other DAR ES SALAAM (Reuters) - U.S. President Barack Obama played down a controversy over whether Washington had spied on its European allies, saying on Monday intelligence services around the world -- including in the EU -- seek additional insight beyond regular media reports. New Jersey's Christie vetoes Medicaid expansion bill June 28 (Reuters) - New Jersey Governor Chris Christie vetoed a bill that would have expanded Medicaid eligibility under the healthcare law known as Obamacare, his office said on Friday, in an apparent reversal of position for the presumed 2016 Republican presidential hopeful. Classical Music Professors Work, Then Beethoven The conductor Michel Galante and the Argento Ensemble will perform the American premiere of the original version for soprano and eight instruments of Georg Friedrich Haass Atthis. Japan's Nikkei climbs above 14,000 on solid U.S. data, softer yen * Nikkei and Topix both rise 1.2 pct * Fast Retailing up, ahead of Uniqlo June same-store sales By Dominic Lau TOKYO, July 2 (Reuters) - The Nikkei share average climbed above 14,000 points for the first time in nearly five weeks on Tuesday as encouraging U.S. manufacturing and construction data added to signs of an improving economy, which is Japan's biggest export market. The Nikkei gained 1.2 percent to 14,020.56 by midmorning, heading for a fourth straight day of gains - its A Special Event Namath Guarantees It More than 100 members of the Pro Football Hall of Fame will take part in a ceremony in August celebrating an expansion and renovation program. Nikkei may retest 14,000 level on upbeat U.S. data TOKYO, July 2 (Reuters) - Japan's Nikkei share average is expected to open higher on Tuesday and may test 14,000, a level not seen since late May, as U.S. manufacturing and construction data added to signs of an improving economy. The Nikkei is likely to trade between 13,800 and 14,000, strategists said, after advancing 1.3 percent to 13,852.50 on Monday to hit a four-week high and mark a third straight gain - its longest winning streak since May. The broader Topix index gained 1.5 percent N.C.A.A. Hands Out Postseason Bans for Academics, but UConn Is Back For a lack of progress, 18 Division I teams will miss postseason play in 2013-14, but the Connecticut mens basketball team has requalified. Western United States swelters amid deadly heat PHOENIX (Reuters) - A dangerous, record-breaking heat wave in the western United States contributed to the death of a Nevada resident and sent scores of people to hospitals with heat-related illnesses. Flying car for the masses set for take-off May 23 - New England aviation company Terrafugia has unveiled its latest conceptual version of a flying car. Unlike its current flying car, which is designed for pilots, the new design incorporates autonomous functionality, a move the company says will open up the skies to everybody. Ben Gruber has more. Immelt says GE can succeed in China independently Jan 19 - In an interview with Reuters Global Editor-at-Large Chrystia Freeland, GE CEO Jeffrey Immelt touts the conglomerate's success with joint ventures in China, but says GE has succeeded on its own. Ousted European Health Official Faces Questions About Plans to Transfer Money The European Anti-Fraud Office is investigating trips by a former European Union official, during which he said he had planned to transfer large sums of money. The return of golf's 'Mechanic' Pedro Pinto meets Miguel Angel Jimenez, the oldest ever winner on the European Tour who has recovered from an accident. PTSD tied to raised heart disease risk NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - People suffering from posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) may also be at increased risk of heart attacks and strokes, according to a new study of Vietnam War veterans. Australia shares may edge higher, investors cautious before RBA meeting SYDNEY, July 2 (Reuters) - Australian shares may inch higher in early trade as Wall Street rose overnight but investors will remain cautious ahead of a Reserve Bank policy meeting due later on... Regulator Says China's Banking System Liquid Enough A Chinese official said at a forum that the country's banks have more than enough reserves to meet settlement needs and that exposure to government debt and the real estate market were manageable. Rambus asked about shredded records in Nvidia case * Appeals judge says Rambus doesn't know what was shredded INTERVIEW-TAP outgunned Nabucco for Azeri gas on most fronts * GALSI pipeline important for Italy (Recasts lead, adds junior minister comments, background) Empty plane seat mocks media Do I stay or do I go. Almost everyone has already boarded the plane, including dozens of journalists. The airport staff, including lots of security guards, are now glaring at me. Wall Street bounces back; Zynga cuts staff June 3 - Summary of business headlines Market recovers some of Friday's sell-off as data suggest Fed has economic cover to keep buying; Zynga to slash jobs in bid to save up to $80 million per year; Merck drug shows early promise, stock gains. Conway G. Gittens reports. Dutch pension group halts Wal-Mart investments, cites labor concerns July 1 (Reuters) - Dutch pension administrator PGGM Vermogensbeheer B.V. said on Monday it would no longer invest in Wal-Mart Stores Inc, saying the retailer was not willing to discuss its concerns, including possible labor issues in the United States. Berdych sees off Tomic to set up Djokovic clash LONDON (Reuters) - Former Wimbledon finalist Tomas Berdych set up a quarter-final against top seed Novak Djokovic after ending unseeded Bernard Tomic's run with a 7-6(4) 6-7(5) 6-4 6-4 fourth-round victory on Monday. Colombia Police arrest 4 in U.S. agent's slaying Police in Colombia have arrested four people accused of killing a U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration agent during an attempted robbery. 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. Mom and Dad, Lets Talk Real Estate The future of a family home should be addressed before an illness or accident forces the issue. Private equity firm TPG interested in investing in Seibu-sources TOKYO, June 28 (Reuters) - U.S. private equity firm TPG is interested in investing in Japan's Seibu Holdings by either buying a stake from top shareholder Cerberus Capital Management or by acquiring... City Room July 1 Where the Candidates Are Today The candidates daily campaign schedule at a glance. Trailside Explaining 2 Polls With Conflicting Findings Timing and interpretation led to distinct results of surveys sizing up the popularity of Democratic candidates for New York City mayor. The Consumer New Approach to Depression Transcranial magnetic stimulation, which uses magnetic pulses to stimulate parts of the brain connected to mood, has helped some patients with severe depression.

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