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News Feed Latest worldwide news UPDATE 1-Zynga's new CEO to get pay package worth some $50 million SAN FRANCISCO, July 3 (Reuters) - Don Mattrick, the head of Microsoft Corp's Xbox business who will replace Zynga Inc founder Mark Pincus as chief executive next week, will get a hefty, largely stock-based compensation package of about $50 million in coming years, the company said in a regulatory filing on Wednesday. Three blasts hit hotel in Iraq's Basra in day of violence across Iraq July 2- Emergency services rush toward the scene of three blasts at a hotel in Basra, as violence kills nearly 50 people across Iraq. Rough Cut (no reporter narration). UPDATE 1-Vale obtains license to expand giant Amazon iron ore mine RIO DE JANEIRO, July 3 (Reuters) - Vale SA, the world's largest iron ore miner, received a license from Brazil's Environmental Protection Agency to build a $19.5 billion expansion to its giant Carajas iron ore mining project, CEO Murilo Ferreira said on Wednesday. Hepatitis Threat Forces Another Frozen Fruit Recall The Food and Drug Administration has identified frozen pomegranate seeds contaminated with Hepatitis A, part of the same shipment that caused a recall of frozen berries earlier this month. South Korea's Park sets sights on British Open South Korea's Inbee Park says she will consider it a grand slam if she wins next month's British Open. Bucks Blog Managing The Summer Child-Care Scramble Scheduling summer childcare can be stressful and expensive. Chr. Hansen shares drop 7.2 pct after growth forecasts cut COPENHAGEN, July 3 (Reuters) - Shares in Danish food ingredient maker Chr. Hansen plunged more than 7 percent in early trade after the company reported a smaller than expected rise in third quarter... CANADA STOCKS-TSX drops as China, Portugal spur growth fears * TSX down 45.61 points, or 0.38 percent, at 12,132.71 * Nine of 10 main index sectors decline * RBC drops, has biggest negative influence * Gold-mining shares rise with bullion By John Tilak TORONTO, July 3 (Reuters) - Canada's main stock index fell on Wednesday as sluggish economic data out of China and a resurgence of debt crisis fears in Portugal revived global growth concerns and caused declines in most major sectors, offsetting a jump in shares of gold miners. Data RWE shares drop as Gazprom ruling brings no boost FRANKFURT (Reuters) - Germany's No.2 utility RWE has doused hopes of an earnings boost following a legal ruling last week, compounding concerns about a looming profit squeeze and sending its shares... Publisher Drops Book Deal With TV Chef Paula Deen Fans had made a to-be-published book by Paula Deen a top seller on Amazon, but the publisher, Random House, joined the list of business partners that have cut ties to the embattled chef. Island nations at risk Kieren Keke remembers growing up on the Pacific island of Nauru, the world's smallest independent republic. Nikkei set to edge up on upbeat US data; Portugal turmoil may cap gains TOKYO, July 4 (Reuters) - Japan's Nikkei share average is expected to edge up and hold near the 14,000-mark on Thursday on fresh signs that the U.S. economic recovery is gathering pace, but buyers... After hoopla, Carney set for quiet policy debut at Bank of England LONDON, July 4 (Reuters) - Mark Carney's arrival this week at the Bank of England was hailed as the start of a new era, one in which he would seek to drive Britain's economy out of the doldrums. Egypt army commander suspends constitution July 3 - Fireworks burst over Cairo's Tahrir Square, the center of protests against President Mohamed Mursi, and across the Egyptian capital after the army suspended the constitution and appointed a new, interim head of state. Rough Cut (no reporter narration). Brazil's 'perfect 10' surfing pioneer She's a perfect 10; the surfer that other professionals will drag themselves out of the water to watch. Egypt's Brotherhood says military plans coup July 3 - Egypt's Muslim Brotherhood, the Islamist group President Mohamed Mursi hails from, says the military is planning a coup ahead of a deadline to fix the country's political crisis. Jessica Gray reports. QA Can Barometric Pressure Cause Headaches and Other Discomforts? Differences in air pressure because of the weather or changes in altitude can have noticeable effects on the human body. The Learning Network Blog 6 Qs About the News | Paula Deens Crumbling Empire Who is Paula Deen, and why has much of her culinary empire crumbled in the last week? Baby goes for a swim Parents taught their 16-month old baby how to swim across their pool. Economix Blog The New Economics of Part-Time Employment The Affordable Care Act will make part-time employment more attractive to many workers, an economist writes. New Species of Bird Is Found in an Unlikely Location in Cambodia Roughly the same size as a wren, with white cheeks and a cinnamon cap, the Cambodian tailorbirds primary habitat is in the outskirts of the Cambodian capital. Hans Hass, Early Undersea Explorer, Dies at 94 Dr. Hass, a marine scientist from Austria with an affinity for sharks, was known for the many commercial films he made between 1948 and 1960. In Tours Fifth Stage, a Focus on a Rider Who Is No Longer in the Race Mark Cavendish won Stage 5 of the Tour de France, but many remained focused on Ted King, who disputed his elimination from the race for being too slow in Stage 4. Paid Sick Leave Laws Generate Concern, but Not Much Pain In cities that have required employers to provide paid sick leave, some small-business owners say they overestimated the laws added expense. China Says Foreign Makers of Baby Formula May Be Fixing Prices The government said prices for milk powder made outside China were up 30 percent since 2008, when several babies died after drinking Chinese-made formula. Fed"s Powell sees easy monetary policy likely needed for some time NEW YORK (Reuters) - The Federal Reserve's easy monetary policy will likely be warranted for "quite some time" as the U.S. central bank drives down high unemployment while nudging low inflation back... UPDATE 1-Chrysler recalls 840,000 vehicles, mostly in U.S. * Chrysler says no accidents, injuries related to head rest issue On the Runway Blog State Senator Makes a Fashion Statement In her filibuster, Wendy Davis pushed the Japanese shoe manufacturer Mizuno into the spotlight. For blind campers, a first chance to swim and canoe BROCKPORT, New York (Reuters) - On her first attempt ever at the long jump, the applause came before 16-year-old Dah Ku even broke a stride. UPDATE 2-Price hike spurs China gas plays, lifts reform hopes * Price hike to boost income of gas importers like PetroChina, distributors Sports Briefing | Hockey Rangers Trade for Defenseman The Rangers acquired defenseman Danny Syvret from the Philadelphia Flyers for forward Kris Newbury. Square Feet Tarrytown, N.Y., Charms Residents and Retailers Businesses are thriving in an economically and ethnically diverse Westchester County village of 11,354. Samsung Elec shares down 3 percent on weaker earnings outlook SEOUL (Reuters) - Shares in Samsung Electronics Co Ltd slumped 3 percent to nine-month lows on Wednesday, as investors braced for weaker-than-expected earnings from the smartphone maker for the... Abbas accepts PM's resignation Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas on Sunday accepted the resignation of the newly-appointed prime minister, who steps down three weeks after taking office. Fashion Review Paris Mens Fashion Week Louis Vuitton, Rick Owens, Raf Simons and More Mens wear designers harped on freedom this season during Paris mens Fashion Week, probably to the bafflement of men, who generally have little trouble doing exactly what they want. Sports Briefing | Golf Golf Groups Back Anchored-Stroke Ban The PGA Tour and the P.G.A. of America announced that they would apply the anchored-stroke ban announced last month by the United States Golf Association and the Royal and Ancient. Magnate who's richer than Trump Meet Zhang Xin, a self-made Chinese real estate mogul who's richer than Oprah, Donald Trump and Steven Spielberg. UPDATE 1-Vale obtains license to expand giant Amazon iron ore mine RIO DE JANEIRO, July 3 (Reuters) - Vale SA, the world's largest iron ore miner, received a license from Brazil's Environmental Protection Agency to build a $19.5 billion expansion to its giant... City Room Astrotowers Swaying Above Raises Doubts on Holiday Business Below Some Luna Park attractions, the Wonder Wheel and many shops on the Coney Island Boardwalk remained closed on Wednesday as city officials considered the stability of a former ride. The Lede Video and Updates on Egyptian Unrest The Lede is following events in Egypt, where its military rulers ousted President Mohamed Morsi on Wednesday and moved to devise an interim government.

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