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News Feed Latest worldwide news George W. Bush's new mission Helping Africa Former President George W. Bush has a new mission helping those with the least in Africa. Russia worried by lack of progress towards Iran nuclear talks MOSCOW, July 4 (Reuters) - Russia is worried by a lack of progress on organising new talks between Iran and six world powers on Tehran's nuclear programme, Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov said on Thursday. Australia shares close down 1.9 pct on offshore selling, resources hit SYDNEY, July 3 (Reuters) - Australian shares fell 1.9 percent on Wednesday with resource stocks the worst hit as growth concerns in China weighed on foreign investors. Confeds Cup marred by protests Brazilian protestors argue that money should be spent on public services instead of new stadiums for the World Cup. Whats on Sunday Television highlights. Disaster University to Address Pacific Quakes and Tsunamis The University of Hawaii is working with Asian institutions to create a field of study that covers all aspects of natural disasters. Indonesia has been chosen as the focus country. Warren Mosler, a Deficit Lover With a Following From his home in the Virgin Islands, Mr. Mosler is waging a well-financed academic battle against economists who want to cut government spending. Editor's Choice Our best photos from the last 24 hours. The New Old Age On Becoming an Orphan When your only remaining parent dies, something profound shifts inside you. A Coup? Or Something Else? $1.5 Billion in U.S. Aid Is on the Line President Obama seems content to let a debate play out in hopes of using the possibility of an aid cutoff to influence the situation without actually pulling the trigger yet. UPDATE 1-UK bans short-selling in three Portuguese stocks LONDON, July 4 (Reuters) - Britain's financial market watchdog said on Thursday it had imposed a temporary ban on the short-selling of three Portuguese companies to help Portugal's market regulator cope with volatility in these shares. World Briefing | Middle East United Arab Emirates Suspects in Coup Plot Given Prison Terms At least 69 suspects accused of plotting an Islamist coup in the United Arab Emirates received prison sentences of up to 15 years on Tuesday. 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. Bush a Fond Presence in Africa for Work During and Since His Presidency A former presidents contributions are in the spotlight as the current president tries to make his mark. Celtics, in Bold Move, Hire Butlers Stevens In a daring hire, the Boston Celtics on Wednesday named Brad Stevens, 36, of Butler University to replace Doc Rivers, making Stevens the N.B.A.s youngest head coach. The Week Ahead | Dance Compagnie Kfig Brings Moves From Brazil, by Way of France Compagnie Kfig is a French-based troupe of Brazilian dancers thats bringing two productions for an all-male cast to the Jacobs Pillow Dance Festival. Telecom Italia Media sells 51 pct of MTV Italia to Viacom MILAN, July 4 (Reuters) - Italian television company Telecom Italia Media said on Thursday it signed an agreement to sell 51 percent of music channel MTV Italia to Viacom International Media... City Room Big Ticket | Park-Centric Luxury for $17.53 Million A floor-through apartment with four bedrooms, all with en-suite baths, great views and a key to Gramercy Park was the most expensive residential sale of the week. Art in Review Victor Pesce Selections 1978-2010 Victor Pesces Selections 1978-2010 is a three-decade retrospective of a late bloomer to painting. Sharp Rise in Womens Deaths From Overdose of Painkillers Prescription painkiller addiction, long seen as mainly a mans problem, is rising at a far faster rate among women, a federal analysis of data found. Mandela "uncomfortable" but not in pain July 4 - Nelson Mandela's wife Graca Machel says her husband is rarely in pain, but may sometimes be "uncomfortable" at an event honoring the former South African leader. Deborah Gembara reports. Mining revival offers hope in crisis-hit Europe * Countries offer large labour pools, good ore prospects, low risk Breakingviews Kingmaker army dangerous for Egypt July 4 - Egypt is entering a dangerous period, says Breakingviews. The ousting of President Mohamed Mursi after just one year confirms the army is kingmaker, and its a long road back to democracy. 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. 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. China probes British drugmaker GSK report SHANGHAI (Reuters) - China's top economic planning agency has opened an investigation into pharmaceutical giant GlaxoSmithKline Plc's operations in China, an official newspaper reported on Thursday, as foreign firms come under pressure from Beijing for possible price-fixing. Protests against the NSA spring up across U.S. Anti-NSA protesters took to the streets in cities across the United States on Thursday, using the Independence Day holiday to call attention to recent disclosures about the U.S. government's telephone and Internet surveillance programs. EU, U.S. trade talks face stumble Trade talks between the U.S and EU will resume, officials say. Richard Quest talks with Guy Verhofstadt about the news. Dance Review Shantala Shivalingappas Akasha Finds Physical Precision In her program Akasha, Shantala Shivalingappa performs five solo dances in Kuchipudi, a South Indian classical form. Bucks Blog Rising Rates, and the Rent vs. Buy Decision Buyers should take into account their personal situation, not just mortgage rates, when deciding to buy instead of renting a home. Straight Sets A Federer Parody Thats as Smooth as a Federer Backhand Fans have taken to a social media account called Not Roger Federer with an admiration similar to that held for the real Federers smooth one-handed backhand. T Magazine The Scene | Paris Mens Fashion Week Paul Smith Scenes from the mens fashion week photo diary of Alfredo Piola. Shale explorer San Leon signs farm-out deal; shares rise July 3 (Reuters) - Poland-focused shale explorer San Leon Energy Plc said it would farm out its oilfield in the Baltic basin in Poland to privately owned Wisent Oil and Gas, sending its shares up by... Currents | Furniture An Eames Chair Returns to Its Roots The classic chair is reintroduced in sustainable fiberglass. National Briefing | Washington N.F.L. Wont Promote Enrollment in Health Insurance Under New Law The National Football League is not participating in an effort with the Obama administration to help promote enrollment in health insurance plans under the new health care law. Ecuador's poor press freedom Ecuador has a poor track record on press freedom, so why would it help Edward Snowden? CNN speaks to a local investigative journalist who blew the whistle in a presidential corruption case. Straight Sets A Look at the Mens Semifinals Tthe final four men at Wimbledon include three former Grand Slam champions and one of the games most promising young stars. Obama wildlife trafficking plan may also boost security WASHINGTON (Reuters) - A White House plan to curb illegal trafficking in rhino horn, elephant tusks and body parts from other endangered wildlife could have the side benefit of helping to stabilize parts of Africa plagued by insurgent groups, military and political analysts say. On Tape, Murdoch Criticizes Hacking Investigators, Broadcaster Says A British station broadcast what appeared to be a recording of Rupert Murdoch criticizing the police investigation of Britains phone hacking scandal as totally incompetent. 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