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News Feed Latest worldwide news Fitch Nokia NSN Buyout Positive, Timing Could be Problematic (The following statement was released by the rating agency) LONDON, July 01 (Fitch) Nokia's acquisition of Siemens' stake in Nokia Siemens Networks makes strategic sense, but puts pressure on Nokia's balance sheet and comes at a time when the future of its handset business is still uncertain, Fitch Ratings says. The purchase gives Nokia 100% ownership of the division that generated all group profits over the last year. The move is also positive because NSN's future looks more secure than th While N.S.A. Leaker Stays in Hiding, Russian TV Builds a Pedestal for Him Programs on Russias two largest federal channels labeled Edward J. Snowden a hero, but there is no consensus on whether Russia should grant Mr. Snowden asylum. Finding Frugal Toulouse, Despite Two Holidays What do you do when your visit to a French city falls on two holidays? Be flexible. American Golfer Thrives on the Fairways Less Traveled Peter Uihlein, a former Oklahoma State star whose play at the Irish Open and other windy European tournaments has surprised some observers, is determined to forge his own path. Justice Still Elusive in Factory Disasters in Bangladesh Bangladesh, where the garment industry powers the economy and wields enormous political clout, has struggled to hold its factory owners accountable for recent deadly disasters. Egypt erupts in violence July 1 - Violence erupts overnight in Egypt on the anniversary of the inauguration of President Mohamed Mursi. Julie Noce reports. Books of The Times Kevin Kwans Crazy Rich Asians Depicts a Cult of Opulence Kevin Kwans Crazy Rich Asians opens a window onto a cult of opulence. PRESS DIGEST - British Business - July 2 July 2 (Reuters) - The following are the top stories on the business pages of British newspapers. Reuters has not verified these stories and does not vouch for their accuracy. The Media Equation Journalism, Even When Its Tilted The question of who is a journalist is important, partly because when it comes to divulging national secrets, the law grants journalists special protections that are afforded to no one else. Noted Snapchat Without the Chat The photo-sharing app, which is often used to share unflattering or embarrassing selfies, has rolled out SnapKidz aimed at children under 13. Adrian Grenier uses 'Entourage' language in drug documentary LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - Actor-director Adrian Grenier is best known as the charismatic lead star of HBO's film industry satire "Entourage," but behind the camera, the actor has found an edgier way to explore real-life issues, including producing a mock tutorial-style documentary on the war on drugs. Currents | Q+A A Backyard Cabin for Barter McKendree Key opens up part of her Bedford-Stuyvesant home to lodgers who help by fixing up the main residence. Sports Briefing | Basketball Timberwolves Kirilenko Opts Out of Contract Andrei Kirilenko has opted out of the final year of his contract with the Minnesota Timberwolves and will become a free agent. Economic View Politics Aside, a Common Bond for Two Economists As economic advisers to presidents of different parties, a professor and his former student can still bridge the partisan gap. Radwanska Fights Back to Make a Stand for the Seedings Agnieszka Radwanska kept the bookmakers happy by justifying her seeding to beat Tsvetana Pironkova 4-6 6-3 6-3 on Monday and reach the Wimbledon quarter-finals. Square Feet As Coney Island Stirs, One Mans Vision Is Unbuilt Horace Bullard had big plans for redeveloping the Coney Island of his youth, but he died with his properties still on the market. British shares rise on strong manufacturing, housing data * Index has risen on first day of 16 of past 18 months-BTIG Music Review Marisa Monte Performs at the Beacon Theater Marisa Monte brought her tour, Verdade, Uma Iluso (Truth, an Illusion) to the Beacon Theater on Wednesday evening. Italian unions call for output pact to help troubled steelmakers * Lucchini could supply slab to ILVA during plant clean-up NEWSMAKER Liberia will reform land ownership law, education Liberian President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf says the audit of her country's government has not dampened growth momentum, and feels further reforms will be implemented in land laws and in education Egypt crisis Egypt's armed forces give the embattled president and political opponents 48 hours to resolve the crisis or it will embark on a road map to restore order. Personal Health A Label Calls Attention to Obesity The American Medical Association has finally labeled obesity a disease, not just a risk factor for other disorders. Kohlberg to take Steinway Musical private in $438 mln deal July 1 (Reuters) - Steinway Musical Instruments Inc said it would be acquired by private equity firm Kohlberg Co in a deal valued about $438 million. UPDATE 2-Intel's new CEO focused on mobile chips, cautious on TV SAN FRANCISCO, June 28 (Reuters) - Intel Corp's new CEO said on Friday he would speed up the rollout of chips for smartphones, tablets and wearable devices as consumers move away from personal computers. T Magazine On View | Ron Arads Metallic Vision An exhibition in Holon, Israel, delves into the architect and designers fascination with metal. UPDATE 3-Putin pushes Russian agenda at global gas summit * Qatar says prices should reflect consumer interests (Adds Putin criticising EU, LNG exports) On the Runway Blog Dior Letting Loose A year after Raf Simons showed his first couture collection for Dior, he continues to shake up the fashion world. On Monday, Mr. Simons presented his most challenging collection to date. The Boss Joel Peresman, Drawn to the Music At the age of 6, Joel Peresman saved 63 cents to buy his first single record. Now he is C.E.O. of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Foundation. The Appraisal Opening Doors by Day, Painting on Canvases by Night For eight years, a building service workers union has held an art show, giving its members a place to share their paintings, photographs, poems and sculptures. Clinton letters, Lewinsky clothing gifts up for auction LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - A collection of items used in the investigation of former White House intern Monica Lewinsky's sexual encounters with then U.S. President Bill Clinton is being auctioned online, Nate D. Sanders Auctions said on Monday. State of the Art Wearable Devices Nudge You to Health Tracker devices like Fitbit and Up keep you aware of your inactivity and lack of sleep, and motivate you to put your life onto a healthier track. Cuban columnist claims bribes get U.S. visas A columnist in Cuba's main government-run newspaper Friday accused employees of the United States diplomatic mission in Havana of accepting bribes for visas, charges that American diplomats challenged. 2013 Fantasy Football Top 15 Running Backs Arian Foster has had three consecutive seasons over 1,200 yards with double-digit touchdowns, but hes not the top fantasy back. Bankrupt Alabama county makes another deal ahead of final plan BIRMINGHAM, Ala., June 27 (Reuters) - Alabama's Jefferson County on Thursday approved another negotiated settlement covering $138 million of creditors' claims as the local government put finishing... British Airways flight makes emergency landing May 24 - Heathrow airport closes a runway after a British Airways plane makes an emergency landing. Rough Cut (no reporter narration). Can racism ever be beaten? Watching dozens of crazed supporters trying to set fire to a stadium makes you question your love of football. Going underground Libya's unusual cave dwellings GHARYAN, Libya (Reuters) - Deep inside Libya's western Nafusa Mountains, some 10 meters into the ground, Al-Arabi Belhaj is preparing mint tea in a somewhat unusual dwelling. Multitasking with Chrome OS and Linux on the Chromebook Pixel Google's Chromebook Pixel is quite versatile after all. I can run Chrome OS and Linux at the same time, and switch between the two, allowing me to use Skype and other third party apps! NEWSMAKER Carney on IMF, inflation how he got his new job Incoming Bank of England governor Mark Carney explains where he differs with the IMF on austerity, central bank inflation targeting and how he was made Bank of England chief even though he's Canadian. Your solstice traditions If Stonehenge is anything to go by, summer celebrations have a millennia-old history. While the ancient druids may have commemorated the fertility of the season, many of us are just happy to get outdoors.

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