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News Feed Latest worldwide news La Eurocmara pide bloquear el acceso a datos europeos de EEUU BRUSELAS, 4 jul (Reuters) - El Parlamento Europeo pidi el jueves que se revoquen dos acuerdos que dan a Estados Unidos acceso a datos financieros y de viaje europeos a no ser que Washington revele la extensin de sus operaciones de espionaje electrnico en Europa. Books Mind Over Matter Debunking Alternative Medicines Of 51,000 supplements on the market, Dr. Paul A. Offit finds only a few have proven benefits, with the popularity of the rest a testament to the power of self-delusion and the powerful placebo effect. Celtics Hire Butler's Brad Stevens as Coach Butler's historic Hinkle Fieldhouse couldn't compete with the Boston Garden and all those NBA championship banners hanging from its rafters. Overthrow has 'international impact' The varying response to Egypt's uprising across the Middle East largely reflects different views on the role of the Muslim Brotherhood; while Turkey has condemned the coup, an assortment of voices from Israel to the Gulf to the Syrian government have all been cheering this sudden blow to the Islamists who seemed to be in the ascendance across the region just a few months ago. Regional governments who feared the rise of the Muslim Brotherhood are broadly pleased to see the army return as the key power-broker, as they believe it will restore order, stability and predictability. Boehner "Obamacare is law of the land" WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Top Republican lawmaker John Boehner said on Thursday he would not make it his mission to repeal the Obama administration's healthcare reform law following the re-election of President Barack Obama. State Department Urges U.S. Citizens to Leave Egypt The United States raised its travel warning because of the political upheavals in Egypt and the possibility of lethal violence. Movie Listings for July 5-11 A critical guide of movies playing in New York. Gene Sleuths Find How Some Naturally Resist Cholera People living in the Ganges Delta have adapted genetically to the ancient scourge through variations in some 300 genes, researchers say. An end to global thirst is in sight When one looks back at humanity's great achievements, what do we think of -- the moon landings, decoding the human genome, elimination of small-pox, the invention of penicillin -- all have left their mark on our collective history. Snowden still in Moscow despite Bolivian plane drama VIENNA/GENEVA (Reuters) - Bolivia accused the United States on Wednesday of trying to "kidnap" its president, Evo Morales, after his plane was denied permission to fly over some European countries on suspicion he was taking fugitive former U.S. spy agency contractor Edward Snowden to Latin America. 4 Pakistani soldiers killed in suicide attack A suicide car bomber in Pakistan's tribal region struck an army checkpoint Thursday, killing himself and four soldiers, a local political official told CNN.. Unilever raises stake in Indian unit to 67 percent (Reuters) - Anglo-Dutch consumer goods company Unilever said it had acquired a little over two-thirds of Indian unit Hindustan Unilever following the close of a voluntary tender offer, falling... Brazil thrash Spain in Confed Cup final Hosts Brazil enjoy a triumphant finale to the troubled Confederations Cup with a 3-0 defeat of world champions Spain in the Maracana Sunday. City to Close 2 Drives in Central Park Through Labor Day The temporary closing of East and West Drives could become a seasonal tradition, creating a car-free refuge for cyclists and pedestrians in most of the park. Militant Vows to Attack Winter Olympics Russias most wanted terrorist, Doku Umarov, said he would attack the 2014 Winter Olympics in Sochi as retribution for Muslim deaths in the Russian conquest of the Caucasus. UK teams with defence and telecom companies on cyber security LONDON, July 5 (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. Your Money How the Courts Ruling Will Affect Same-Sex Spouses Married gay couples in states that recognize their unions will gain access to more than 1,000 federal benefits, but how couples in other states will fare is less clear. Brazil's OGX may buy back bonds, convert them into shares -report * Shares of OGX surge; bonds trade near record-low levels The 'Chexican' barefoot runner His name hints of an unconventional origin, and his next journey reveals his desire in doing things "differently" High hurdle to ramping up QE3, but possible Fed's Dudley STAMFORD, Connecticut (Reuters) - The U.S. economic recovery would need to stumble badly to spur the U.S. Federal Reserve to ramp up the pace of its stimulative asset purchases, William Dudley, head... Oceans Eco-victim or savior? My grandfather Jacques Cousteau and my father Philippe dedicated their lives to revealing the ocean's wonders and helping us understand our connection to this vast expanse of water. Their work inspired generations and filled people with awe. Escobar, Rays Outlast Houston for 7-5 Win in 11 Yunel Escobar drove in three runs, including a tiebreaking double in the 11th inning Thursday that sent the Tampa Bay Rays over the Houston Astros 7-5. The Pragmatist Ergonomic Tools That Prune Away Gardening Pains New tools that promise to keep you toiling in the sun. Rift Over Austerity Plans Is Seen in Ailing Portugal Disagreements over how to mend an ailing economy weakened yet another European coalition government. Strong ties bind spy agencies and Silicon Valley SAN FRANCISCO (Reuters) - Silicon Valley has tried to distance itself from the controversial U.S. surveillance programs exposed by Edward Snowden, but there is a long history of close cooperation between technology companies and the intelligence community. From Deep in West Texas, a Gathering to Consider the Universe In its 34th year, the Texas Star Party drew more than 500 amateur astronomers from across the United States and Canada to gaze together into the vast open skies. After Failed Attempt in April, Europe Approves Emissions Trading System The European Parliament vote breathed new life into Europes effort to cut greenhouse gases by trying to raise prices for permits to emit carbons. 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. As Competition Wanes, Amazon Cuts Back Discounts After years of lowering book prices, Amazon is offering smaller discounts on some books. Authors and small publishers said this put some books beyond an audiences reach. For financial geeks, a do-it-yourself hedge fund site BOSTON (Reuters) - In the secretive world of hedge funds, algorithms are not shared because they provide the juice behind market-beating returns, and are a key reason why hedge funds charge their... ArtsBeat American Ballet Theater Announces Fall Season Alexei Ratmanskys take on Shakespeares Tempest will open the season, which will also include a revival of Twyla Tharps Bach Partita. The 30-Minute Interview Joseph Simone Mr. Simone is the president of the Simone Development Companies, a real estate development and investment firm founded by his father, Pat Simone. Rsum Shows Snowden Honed Hacking Skills Edward J. Snowdens rsum suggests that he transformed himself into the kind of cybersecurity expert the N.S.A. is desperate to recruit. Cacao fever! Why people pay $6 for a chocolate bar - Felix TV People craving the best ingredients and flavors are changing the economics of chocolate, making it possible for chocolate makers such as Madecasse and Cacao Prieto to produce expensive chocolates, support farmers in the developing world and turn the simple candy bar into an artisanal experience. (November 27, 2012) 'We are being targeted' Fionnuala Sweeney speaks with Muslim Brotherhood adviser Gehad El-Haddad about what options the movement is left with. As Competition Wanes, Amazon Cuts Back Discounts After years of lowering book prices, Amazon is offering smaller discounts on some books. Authors and small publishers said this puts some books beyond an audiences reach. Sports Briefing | College Football Governors Lawsuit Over Penn State Penalties Is Dismissed A federal judge threw out the Pennsylvania governors lawsuit against the N.C.A.A. over penalties against Penn State related to Jerry Sandusky. Tunisian rulers bemoan Egypt's "coup against legitimacy" TUNIS (Reuters) - The Islamist-led government of Tunisia, birthplace of the Arab Spring popular uprisings, on Thursday criticized the Egyptian army's removal of elected president Mohamed Mursi as "a coup against legitimacy" and urged Cairo to guarantee his safety. Gadgetwise Blog Tip of the Week Use the Windows Private Character Editor If you just cannot find a certain text character in your Windows fonts or want to make one of your own you can use the built-in Private Character Editor or other font-creation tools to create it. I.M.F. and Pakistan Agree to $5.3 Billion Bailout The two sides reached a provisional agreement on the rescue package, which aims to bolster Pakistans flagging economy.

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