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News Feed Latest worldwide news Free of newspapers, 21st Century Fox shines (Reuters) - Wall Street rewarded Rupert Murdoch's move to create a separate entertainment company, giving 21st Century Fox one of the richest valuations in the media sector on its first day of... A Disease Without a Cure Spreads Quietly in the West Valley fever has been labeled a silent epidemic, with more than 20,000 cases reported each year, but each case is different, and doctors have yet to find a cure. Charlie Coles, Who Led Miami (Ohio) on Improbable N.C.A.A. Run, Dies at 71 Mr. Coles coached Miami University in Ohio and Wally Szczerbiak to a memorable N.C.A.A. basketball tournament run in 1999. Preview U.S. Unveils Gold Cup Roster The American team begins play in the regional championship against Belize in Portland, Ore., on July 9. Critics Notebook In American Ballet Theaters Sylvia, Stars Shine American Ballet Theaters run of performances of Sylvia has been significant for several reasons, not least of which is the star quality of the dancers. Khaled Hosseini weaves global family ties in latest best seller NEW YORK, July 5 (Reuters) - Khaled Hosseini's first novel in six years echoes the themes of family relationships explored in his previous novels, but the multigenerational saga weaves together more characters and locales than the author has tackled previously. Senate leader McConnell a big loser on Election Day WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell set two top goals for the 2012 election a Republican takeover of the Senate and the defeat of President Barack Obama. At least 3 dead as forces fire on pro-Mursi protests in Cairo July 5 - Security forces shot dead at least three supporters of deposed Egyptian President Mohamed Mursi as a crowd of hundreds tried to march towards the military barracks in Cairo where he is being held by the military that overthrew him. Rough Cut (no reporter narration). Turning market hits "trend-following" quant funds LONDON (Reuters) - The global equity pullback over the last month hit "trend-following" quantitative funds the hardest, but the strategy could remain the most profitable in the longer run, delegates... Going, Going, Still Going? Voyager 1 at Solar Systems Edge Scientists waiting for the spacecraft to enter the wider reaches of the Milky Way are perplexed Only one of two telltale signs of its departure has been detected. Tennis Murray stars in great escape Andy Murray produces a remarkable comeback victory to defeat Fernando Verdasco in five sets and seal his place in the semifinal at Wimbledon Wednesday. Lululemon chairman eyes $220 million share sale TORONTO (Reuters) - Lululemon Athletica Inc Chairman Dennis "Chip" Wilson is looking to sell up to 3.4 million shares of the yogawear retailer, reducing the stake he controls in the company to 25 percent from 28 percent, according to an SEC filing. Fashion Review Couture Fashion Week Raf Simons, Dior, Versace and More At Couture Fashion Week, Giorgio Armani offered a feast for the eyes; Raf Simons, nourishment for the mind. AstraZeneca picks site for new global home in Cambridge LONDON (Reuters) - AstraZeneca has chosen a science park on the southern outskirts of Cambridge, England, next to the world-renowned Addenbrooke's Hospital, for its new $500 million global headquarters and research center. Jackie O's 'Love Boat' for sale The stately superyacht Christina O isn't just a gorgeous 99-meter vessel. It's the palatial setting where Greek business magnate Aristotle Onassis married Jackie Kennedy. Now the luxury liner has gone on sale for a whopping $32 million. Television Review Pastry Chefs Face Off on Donut Showdown In Donut Showdown on the Cooking Channel, three entrants compete to make the best doughnut in a limited time, using specific ingredients or following a specific theme. Norway's Arctic idyll shivers at oil plans SVOLVAER, Norway (Reuters) - Oil companies seeking new Arctic areas for exploration face a battle with environmentalists, fishermen and hotel owners over Norwegian islands where jagged snow-capped peaks rise sheer from the sea. U.S. Standards for School Snacks Move Beyond Cafeteria to Fight Obesity The Obama administration on Thursday unveiled standards for foods sold in vending machines, snack bars and school stores, changes intended to combat childhood obesity. China's Sinopec to skip diesel exports in July, possibly August * Beijing issues Q3 quotas but volumes mostly jet fuel -source Jailed FB teen 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. A protest in paint at U.S. consulate in Bolivia July 5 - A small group of protesters hurled paint bombs and daubed graffiti on the facade of the U.S consulate in Bolivia's Santa Cruz amid controversy over the flight diversion of President Evo Morales on suspicion U.S. spy agency contractor Edward Snowden was on board. Rough Cut (no reporter narration). In Transit Blog Calendar Coming Events in Aix-en-Provence, France; Virginia; and Santa Fe, N.M. A weekly capsule of events around the globe curated by our writers and editors. Neighborhood Joint Pilotage Fun and Hobby A shop amid the towers of Manhattan sells remote-control airplanes and boats, and a range of other toys that appeal to both young and old. Serena stunned at Wimbledon Serena Williams, the World No.1 and five-time Wimbledon champion, crashes out at the last-16 stage following a shock defeat by Germany's Sabine Lisicki. Well Gay Marriage Same, but Different Gay marriages tend to be more egalitarian with couples leaning on a network of friends and reporting being happier and have less conflict than straight couples. Northern California urged to conserve power as heat wave peaks (Reuters) - California's power grid operator on Monday issued a rare plea for customers in the north of the state to conserve energy over the next couple days as a heat wave blanketing the region is expected to peak just as the work week begins. Auctions At Old Masters Sales, Surprise, Surprise Sales at Sotheby's and Christie's in London this week showed again that it is not so much what you sell that matters, it is the circumstances in which you sell it. UPDATE 2-Wisconsin governor signs into law new abortion restrictions MILWAUKEE, July 5 (Reuters) - Wisconsin Governor Scott Walker signed into law on Friday new abortion restrictions that opponents said could lead to the closing of two of the state's four abortion clinics. Stock market strategies for a volatile summer NEW YORK (Reuters) - Ever since the Federal Reserve started hinting it could pull back on its massive bond-buying stimulus program later this year, the stock market has been on a wild ride. Well Skin Cancer on the Rise in Young Women Friends and colleagues were surprised to see the scar on my face because I was only 28. Even the medical resident who attended my surgery said I was the youngest skin cancer patient she had met. But as I learned more about skin cancer, I discovered that it is becoming increasingly common, especially among young women. UK teams with defence and telecom companies on cyber security LONDON (Reuters) - Nine of the world's biggest weapon makers and telecoms providers are teaming up with Britain to bolster the country's cyber security, aiming to tackle the increasing threat of hacking and other such attacks. 'iWatch' Apple's pitch for cool? Can the rumored Apple "iWatch" help Apple regain its cool factor? Maggie Lake speaks with Shelly Palmer to find out. An open letter to texting-mad teenagers Put your phone down for a second, teen texters -- there are some things you've got to hear. Iran tightens grip with 'halal internet' In the last few months Iranians have found themselves in a cyber no-man's land. Pick a College Postseason and Louisville Will Probably Show Up for It Louisvilles best year has forced the Cardinals to rearrange the trophy cases around the athletic department. Pogue's Posts Photoshops New Rental Program, and the Outrage Factor Readers points out alternatives to Photoshop and note the anger of some users about Photoshops plans to convert to a monthly or yearly subscription program. Bucks Blog Monday Reading Last-Minute Hotel Bookings, Made Cheaper Last-minute hotel bookings made cheaper, assessing the health risk from obesity, making a green home more affordable and other consumer-focused news from The New York Times. Chinese lap up French vineyards The attack on Chinese students in Hostens, a small town in the South-west of France, allegedly by a group of French youngsters, followed by the largest international wine fair, Vinexpo, in Bordeaux, where Chinese investors were very much present -- and active -- have triggered much talk in France about Chinese investment in the country's vineyards and a backlash against it. Malaysia's Bumi Armada wins oil services deal from Lukoil KUALA LUMPUR, July 5 (Reuters) - Malaysian offshore oil services company Bumi Armada Berhad said on Friday that its Russian arm had won a 567.6 million ringgit ($178.34 million) supplementary deal from Russia's Lukoil. Wealth Matters Two Paths for Charitable Giving From the Head or From the Heart Is it better to give in response to an emotional need or based on how effective the contribution will be?

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