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News Feed Latest worldwide news 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 are likely to remain cautious on worries over political turmoil in Egypt and Portugal. Market players said the Nikkei was likely to trade between 13,900 to 14,200 on Thursday after shedding 0.3 percent to 14,055.56 on Wednesday. Nikkei futures in Chicago closed at 14,040, up 0.1 percent from t Baby goes for a swim Parents taught their 16-month old baby how to swim across their pool. German football embraces Israel Germany's Under-21 soccer team may have bowed out of the European Championship Finals in Israel this week, but their experiences in Israel have left a lasting impression. Samsung Electronics acquires TV DVR start-up Boxee July 3 (Reuters) - Samsung Electronics has acquired TV digital recording device company Boxee, the South Korean manufacturer said on Wednesday. Best Brother Was Saved for Last, Bobcats Think The Charlotte Bobcats, who selected Cody, the youngest of the three Zellers, with the No. 4 pick in Thursdays draft, will be hoping they have the right brother. UPDATE 1-June Canada auto sales up 1 pct to 171,608 -Desrosiers July 3 (Reuters) - Canadian auto sales in June rose 1.3 percent to 171,608 vehicles, industry consultant Desrosiers said on Wednesday. Belgian king abdicating throne King Albert II of Belgium is abdicating his throne, effective July 21, he announced Wednesday. Art Review Naga Peoples Made Beauty From the Ugly in Northeastern India Fiercely Modern Art of the Naga Warrior is the Rubin Museums introduction to the diverse collection of peoples who speak similar languages and reside in northeastern India. Find out what your doctor really thinks Joshua Prager says patients who read their medical records feel empowered and are likely to fare better Angkor huge new city revealed Outside of Siem Reap, the results of an airborne laser survey confirm the existence of a medieval city buried beneath impenetrable jungle on a remote mountain. 10 tech startups you need to know An Africa tech expert picks 10 exciting African tech startups building 'amazing products that can compete on the international stage.' Encounters Peter Thums Mission A Jewelry Line Created from Guns and Bullets Mr. Thum founded Liberty United, with the goal of taking firearms off the streets by creating jewelry. China hands Asian memory makers massive bargaining chip SEOUL (Reuters) - Asian chipmakers are set to cash in on a major realignment in the volatile industry which is tilting the power balance their way at the expense of gadget makers such as Apple Inc, after years of cautious investment kept supply in check. The Caucus Congressional Budget Analysts Release Positive Economic Assessment of Immigration Overhaul They conclude that the measure that passed in the Senate would cut more than $800 billion from the federal deficit over the next two decades and lead to 9.6 million new legal residents in the country. Jackson kids' testimony shown Paris and Prince Jackson made their first appearances Tuesday in the wrongful death trial against their father's last concert promoter. 9 classic American dive bars What makes a classic dive bar? Everything from octogenarian bartenders to surly bouncers, ghosts and incontinent chickens. U.S. FDA to propose allowing generic drugmakers to update drug labels July 3 (Reuters) - The U.S. Food and Drug Administration plans to issue a proposed rule that would allow generic drug companies to update prescribing information for their products to reflect new... Currents | Lighting Ceramic Table Lamps and Pendants Designed From the Bottom Up A collection of one-of-a-kind light fixtures produced by a ceramic artist (she provides the base) and a product designer (he does the shades). International Real Estate House Hunting in ... Belgium The residential market on the North Sea coast of Belgium is stronger than that of the country as a whole. As one agent put it, a second home at the coast is the best investment. On Football Patriots Put Principles on Display Some teams might have waited for the legal process to play out, but the Patriots immediately cut Aaron Hernandez after his arrest on murder charges. Markets Wait for a Twitch Either Way in Jobs Data The employment figures for June, which the Labor Department is set to report early Friday, will have broad implications for the market whether they are weak or strong. 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... Brazil 3, Spain 0 Neymar and Brazil Rout Spain and Live Up to Their Billing Fred, Brazils often criticized striker, had two goals, but the night belonged to Neymar as the seemingly invincible Spain was not so much beaten as humiliated. Douglas C. Engelbart, 1925-2013 Computer Visionary Who Invented the Mouse Dr. Engelbarts 1968 demonstration of interactive computing astounded scientists and the technology was later refined for Apple and Microsoft. Square Feet A New York Landmark Moves Toward an I.P.O. Despite Legal Appeals A judge ruled that the vote on the deal was legal, but dissident shareholders filed motions for a stay to appeal the ruling. MOVES-BofA Merrill Lynch, Exotix, Commonfund, Vestar Capital, CVC Capital, Amundi July 1 (Reuters) - The following financial services industry appointments were announced on Monday. To inform us of other job changes, email to moves@thomsonreuters.com. Phys Ed How Exercise Can Calm Anxiety Exercise leads to the creation of excitable brain cells, but it also creates neurons that can quiet parts of the brain and counter everyday stress, new research in mice shows. Arts, Briefly Brick Announces Lineup for Game Play Festival The Brick Theater in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, has announced the lineup for its annual fusion of live theater and video games. Brett Moody, Christopher Bodnar The bride and groom both work at the Salisbury School in Connecticut. Bucks Blog Managing The Summer Child-Care Scramble Scheduling summer childcare can be stressful and expensive. 'Engineer' to fix Manchester City? It is one of the world's richest clubs -- and it needs fixing. Enter Manuel Pellegrini. Pat Cash's Wimbledon tour Open Court's Pat Cash takes viewers for a behind the scenes tour of Wimbledon. Fukushima Plant Operator Intends to Restart Reactors Elsewhere The request by the operator of the stricken Fukushima Daiichi plant is expected to be among many now that regulators have issued new safety guidelines. Seoul shares may open higher, mixed U.S. data saps momentum SEOUL, July 4 (Reuters) - Seoul shares may edge higher buoyed by gains on Wall Street, although investors are likely to be cautious after mixed U.S. data provided little support and with key earnings and jobs figures due out on Friday. "The market will likely move in a narrow range today. There is not much upside momentum," said Lee Kyoung-soo, a market analyst at Shinyoung Securities. Investors had their eyes on Samsung Electronics Co Ltd's second quarter earnings estimate and U.S. job F.C.C. Is Told Verizon Underpaid Data Refunds A lawyer told the Federal Communications Commission that Verizon might have collected more than $240 million from false charges, more than four times the amount it agreed to refund. DealBook Payroll Cards Are Under Scrutiny by New Yorks Attorney General Eric T. Schneiderman, New Yorks attorney general, has sent letters to 20 employers seeking information on the prepaid cards, whose fees can eat into an hourly workers pay. Rough seas for cruise business The cruise-line industry is a rough business. The hot albums and festivals this summer Summer is the best time for outdoor musical festivals and blasting music with all the windows open. We've done the legwork for you, and compiled what should be some of the best albums of the season, and the most tent-worthy festivals, organized by region. Wallaby Smith Recalled for Third Lions Test Flanker George Smith will make a sensational return to test rugby on Saturday after being named to start for Australia in the decisive third test against the British and Irish Lions. Redskins Have No Plans to Change Their Offense Washington has no plans to change their offense despite Robert Griffin III's surgically repaired right knee that kept the quarterback out all spring and might keep him sidelined through the start of training camp on July 25.

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