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News Feed Latest worldwide news Tennis Belgium's Flipkens into semifinals Kirsten Flipkens is just one game away from a Wimbledon final -- a year ago, she was just happy to be alive. Dirty play required swamp soccer championship July 2 - The annual Swamp Soccer World Cup, one of the filthiest games of football on earth, takes place in Scotland. Elly Park reports. Western United States swelters amid deadly heat PHOENIX (Reuters) - A dangerous, record-breaking heat wave in the western United States contributed to the death of a Nevada resident and sent scores of people to hospitals with heat-related illnesses. Dot Earth Blog Seeking More Presidential Action, Less Rhetoric, on Warming A law professor sees too much foot-dragging in Obamas climate plans. Sports Briefing | Soccer Spain Wins in Under-20 World Cup Spain striker Jese scored in injury time as his team came from behind to beat Mexico, 2-1, in Istanbul to set up a quarterfinal against Uruguay at the Under-20 World Cup. UPDATE 2-Shares of Brazil OGX plummet as regulator starts probe * OGX says has enough cash to meet mid-term obligations (Adds detail about additional inquiries into EBX Group companies and the nature of its inquiry) Ecuador 'spy microphone' Ecuador is calling for British authorities to help investigate after officials found a secret recording device planted inside the South American country's embassy in London. Massa cleared over Monaco crash Ferrari have absolved driver Felipe Massa from any blame after he crashed out of the Monaco Grand Prix, saying the collision was caused by car failure. The Wimbledon greats Open Court sifts through the archive to bring you some of its favorite interviews. Lincoln Center Festival Adopts a New to You Formula Programing at Lincoln Centers international summer festival aims for surprises rather than world premieres. Square Feet Making Energy Efficiency Attractive for Owners of Older Seattle Buildings A program in Seattle maps a way to make expensive retrofits pay off for all involved building owners, investors and utilities. Quest for Wasendorf's embezzled funds yields little * Peregrine shortfall contrasts with outlook for MF Global T Magazine Threes a Trend | Fisherman Sandals for Work and Play The spring shoe was paired with suits, shorts and tailored trousers at Christopher Kane, Carven and 3.1 Phillip Lim. For Egypts Islamists, Confusion and Fear Amid Celebration As much of Cairo exploded in euphoria, parts of the city fell silent where President Mohamed Morsis loyalists protested to stave off what they saw as a threat to democracy. State Department Urges Citizens to Leave Egypt The United States raised its travel warning because of the political upheavals in Egypt and the possibility of lethal violence. Rift Over Austerity Plans Is Seen in Ailing Portugal Disagreements over how to mend an ailing economy weakens yet another European coalition government. Obamacare implementation delay no boon for hiring (Reuters) - The Obama administration's decision to delay a key provision of the healthcare law, by giving employers an extra year to offer insurance coverage, is not expected to significantly impact 2014 hiring since many big businees were prepared for the change. Virus deadly to piglets spreads to North Carolina's hog farms CHICAGO (Reuters) - A swine virus deadly to piglets has been discovered on two hog farms in North Carolina, an official in the No. 2 hog-producing U.S. state said on Tuesday. Lohse, Brewers Quiet Nationals Bats Again, Win 4-1 Kyle Lohse tossed eight sharp innings on short rest and the Milwaukee Brewers beat the Washington Nationals 4-1 on Wednesday, shutting down Bryce Harper and Co. for the second night in a row. For DiPietro and Islanders Owner, a Bond Is Broken The Islanders finally gave up on goalie Rick DiPietro, who was sidelined by numerous injuries, placing him on waivers and ending a close relationship with the team owner Charles Wang. Disneys Chief Agrees to Hold Off on His Retirement Until 2016 The board of the entertainment company said Robert A. Iger, who was supposed to leave in 2015, now will stay in place until 2016. Kite rider Fighting back from the brink Hannah Whiteley laughs in the face of danger -- at least she does now. And after a near death experience she has gone on to establish herself as one of Europe's rising kitesurfing stars. DealBook Fashion Label Nicole Farhi Is in Bankruptcy Nicole Farhi, named after the designer who founded the company in 1982, appointed the restructuring adviser Zolfo Cooper to take over the business and find a buyer. Els Aims to Be King of the Castle at Scottish Open World number 15 Ernie Els will prepare for his British Open title defence by going for his third Scottish Open victory next week. UPDATE 4-U.S. steel pipe makers defend energy business with trade case July 3 (Reuters) - A group of U.S. companies that produce specialty steel pipe used to drill for oil and gas has launched one of the biggest steel trade cases in years, asking the U.S. International Trade Commission to stem what they say is a flood of unfairly traded products from nine countries. A Chinese Virtue Is Now the Law That the government enacted a law aimed at compelling adult children to visit their aging parents is yet another sign of the monumental changes sweeping through Chinese society. Ex-child bride School rescues Tererai Trent grew up in rural Zimbabwe, unable to attend school until an NGO helped her get an education. She now has two degrees and a PhD and says education can change lives. Eiffel Tower staff strike leaves tourists out of luck June 25 - Thousands of tourists left are stranded at ground level as Eiffel Tower staff go on strike to protest delays in repairs and working conditions. Rough Cut (no reporter narration). 'I'm not a welfare mom, I'm a soldier' Jaspen Boothe is committed to helping out homeless female veterans. UPDATE 1-US judges okay JPMorgan $546 mln settlement with MF Global trustee, customers NEW YORK, July 3 (Reuters) - Customers of MF Global's failed broker-dealer unit and the trustee overseeing its liquidation won court approval on Wednesday for a $546 million settlement with JPMorgan... Diners Journal Blog Less Bacon, More of Everything Else There was an increase in American-made goods at the Fancy Food Show, which returned to New York after a two-year absence. Ex-reporter claims hacking at Trinity Mirror paper-Sky LONDON, Oct 6 (Reuters) - A former reporter on a tabloid owned by Trinity Mirror has claimed the newspaper hacked into the phones of celebrities, Sky News reported on Thursday, potentially broadening a scandal that has so far largely affected Rupert Murdoch's News Corp . UPDATE 2-U.S. FCC approves Sprint/Clearwire/SoftBank deal -sources WASHINGTON, July 3 (Reuters) - U.S. regulators on Wednesday collected the final vote to approve the merger of Sprint Nextel Corp and SoftBank Corp, sources familiar with the situation said, clearing the last hurdle in the Japanese company's drawn-out battle to take control of the No. 3 U.S. wireless provider. 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). 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. New Issue-Aivav prices 650 mln euro 2043 bond Underlying govt bond Over Mid-swaps, equivalent to 442.5bp Yankees 7, Twins 3 For at Least One Night, Gonzalez Lifts Yankees Infielder Alberto Gonzalez was finally able to contribute to a victory after being traded, waived and recalled in the past two months and filling in for an injured lineup. World Briefing | Europe French President Fires Environment Minister The minister, Delphine Batho, had said in a radio interview that the proposed 2014 budget, which would cut 7 percent from her ministry, was bad. 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? 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.

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