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  • South Africa's Steyn bowls in the nets at Sydney Cricket Ground during practice
    South Africa defend status in heavyweight Australia series Reuters - 3 hrs ago

    SYDNEY (Reuters) - The number one test ranking has proved notoriously hard to hang onto over the last couple of years but South Africa could take a firm grip on it if they can triumph in a mouth-watering … More »South Africa defend status in heavyweight Australia series

    South Africa's Steyn bowls in the nets at Sydney Cricket Ground during practice

    SYDNEY (Reuters) - The number one test ranking has proved notoriously hard to hang onto over the last couple of years but South Africa could take a firm grip on it if they can triumph in a mouth-watering series in Australia over the next month. Australia were the last side to enjoy prolonged dominance of the longer form …

  • Mickelson of the U.S. smiles during a news conference ahead of the Barclays Singapore Open golf tournament in Singapore
    Mickelson keen to spread U.S. influence in Asia Reuters - 3 hrs ago

    SINGAPORE (Reuters) - Phil Mickelson is something of an American Ambassador when it comes to spreading the PGA Tour's influence in Asia and the left-hander is hopeful more events in the region can force … More »Mickelson keen to spread U.S. influence in Asia

    Mickelson of the U.S. smiles during a news conference ahead of the Barclays Singapore Open golf tournament in Singapore

    SINGAPORE (Reuters) - Phil Mickelson is something of an American Ambassador when it comes to spreading the PGA Tour's influence in Asia and the left-hander is hopeful more events in the region can force their way onto the U.S. circuit. Back in Asia for the Singapore Open after competing at the WGC-HSBC Champions event in …

  • FILE - In this March 7, 2007 file photo, Penn State University President Graham Spanier speaks during a news conference at the Penn State Milton S. Hershey Medical Center in Hershey, Pa. A year after retired assistant coach Jerry Sandusky’s arrest on child sex abuse charges, the fallout from the sweeping scandal promises to linger for months, if not years, to come. New charges that former university president Spanier conspired to conceal allegations provided the latest agonizing reminder. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster, File)
    Penn State ex-President Spanier heads to court AP - 4 hrs ago

    The criminal case begins against Graham Spanier, the former Penn State president accused of lying during the Jerry Sandusky child molestation case and trying to derail the investigation. More »Penn State ex-President Spanier heads to court

    FILE - In this March 7, 2007 file photo, Penn State University President Graham Spanier speaks during a news conference at the Penn State Milton S. Hershey Medical Center in Hershey, Pa. A year after retired assistant coach Jerry Sandusky’s arrest on child sex abuse charges, the fallout from the sweeping scandal promises to linger for months, if not years, to come. New charges that former university president Spanier conspired to conceal allegations provided the latest agonizing reminder. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster, File)

    The criminal case begins against Graham Spanier, the former Penn State president accused of lying during the Jerry Sandusky child molestation case and trying to derail the investigation.

  • Golfer McIlroy watches from the stands the WTA Tournament of Champions final match between Wozniacki of Denmark and Petrova of Russia in Sofia
    McIlroy defends Shenzhen no-show, admits criticism fair Reuters - 5 hrs ago

    SINGAPORE (Reuters) - World number one Rory McIlroy has defended his decision to skip last week's WGC-HSBC Champions tournament in China to watch his girlfriend play tennis but admits that the criticism … More »McIlroy defends Shenzhen no-show, admits criticism fair

    Golfer McIlroy watches from the stands the WTA Tournament of Champions final match between Wozniacki of Denmark and Petrova of Russia in Sofia

    SINGAPORE (Reuters) - World number one Rory McIlroy has defended his decision to skip last week's WGC-HSBC Champions tournament in China to watch his girlfriend play tennis but admits that the criticism of his no-show was fair. The Briton returns to action at this week's co-sanctioned Singapore Open after taking a week …

  • Republican candidate for U.S. Senate Linda McMahon thanks supporters in Stamford, Conn., Tuesday, Nov. 6, 2012. McMahon conceded the race to Democratic opponent Chris Murphy for the Senate seat now held by Joe Lieberman, an independent who's retiring. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa)
    Big names in sports thrown for losses by voters AP - 5 hrs ago

    On a night when sports and politics went 1-on-1, name recognition scored few points with voters. More »Big names in sports thrown for losses by voters

    Republican candidate for U.S. Senate Linda McMahon thanks supporters in Stamford, Conn., Tuesday, Nov. 6, 2012. McMahon conceded the race to Democratic opponent Chris Murphy for the Senate seat now held by Joe Lieberman, an independent who's retiring. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa)

    On a night when sports and politics went 1-on-1, name recognition scored few points with voters.

  • Republican candidate for U.S. Senate Linda McMahon thanks supporters in Stamford, Conn., Tuesday, Nov. 6, 2012. McMahon conceded the race to Democratic opponent Chris Murphy for the Senate seat now held by Joe Lieberman, an independent who's retiring. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa)
    Ex-wrestling executive pinned in Conn. Senate race AP - 7 hrs ago

    Big-spending former wrestling executive Linda McMahon was smacked down again in her bid for a U.S. Senate seat Tuesday, losing on a night when sports and politics met in the same arena. More »Ex-wrestling executive pinned in Conn. Senate race

    Republican candidate for U.S. Senate Linda McMahon thanks supporters in Stamford, Conn., Tuesday, Nov. 6, 2012. McMahon conceded the race to Democratic opponent Chris Murphy for the Senate seat now held by Joe Lieberman, an independent who's retiring. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa)

    Big-spending former wrestling executive Linda McMahon was smacked down again in her bid for a U.S. Senate seat Tuesday, losing on a night when sports and politics met in the same arena.

  • Bulls Noah and teammates, Deng, Rose and Boozer pose for photographs during media day for their upcoming NBA basketball season in Deerfield
    Deng leads Bulls run to beat Magic Reuters - 7 hrs ago

    (Reuters) - The Chicago Bulls dominated the start of the fourth quarter to beat the Orlando Magic 99-93 on Tuesday in a matchup of two teams trying to adjust to playing without last season's All Stars. … More »Deng leads Bulls run to beat Magic

    Bulls Noah and teammates, Deng, Rose and Boozer pose for photographs during media day for their upcoming NBA basketball season in Deerfield

    (Reuters) - The Chicago Bulls dominated the start of the fourth quarter to beat the Orlando Magic 99-93 on Tuesday in a matchup of two teams trying to adjust to playing without last season's All Stars. Luol Deng scored eight of his team-high 23 in the fourth quarter where reserve Nate Robinson also provided a spark to quickly …

  • NHL Deputy Commissioner Daly acknowledges the media in Glendale
    Owners and players in marathon talks to save season Reuters - 7 hrs ago

    (Reuters) - The National Hockey League (NHL) and players union returned to the bargaining table for nearly eight hours on Tuesday in what is seen as a last ditch effort to hammer out a new labor deal and … More »Owners and players in marathon talks to save season

    NHL Deputy Commissioner Daly acknowledges the media in Glendale

    (Reuters) - The National Hockey League (NHL) and players union returned to the bargaining table for nearly eight hours on Tuesday in what is seen as a last ditch effort to hammer out a new labor deal and salvage a season. Having already canceled hundreds of regular season games along with its showcase event the New Year's …

  • Dynamo Kiev's Yevhen Khacheridi chases Porto's Jackson Martinez during their Champions League Group A soccer match at the Olympic stadium in Kiev
    Porto and Malaga reach Champions League last 16 Reuters - 7 hrs ago

    LONDON (Reuters) - Former winners Porto and impressive debutants Malaga became the first teams to reach the last 16 of the Champions League when they guaranteed progress from the group stage with two games … More »Porto and Malaga reach Champions League last 16

    Dynamo Kiev's Yevhen Khacheridi chases Porto's Jackson Martinez during their Champions League Group A soccer match at the Olympic stadium in Kiev

    LONDON (Reuters) - Former winners Porto and impressive debutants Malaga became the first teams to reach the last 16 of the Champions League when they guaranteed progress from the group stage with two games to spare on Tuesday. Group A leaders Porto, the 1987 and 2004 European champions, drew 0-0 away at Dynamo Kiev to move …

  • Australia Wallabies' Samo is tackled by New Zealand All Blacks' Weepu during their Rugby World Cup semi-final match in Auckland
    All Blacks lead the way as southern raiders storm Europe Reuters - 7 hrs ago

    SYDNEY (Reuters) - New Zealand, Australia and South Africa bestride the world rankings and will be confident of showing once again over the next month that the North-South divide in world rugby is very … More »All Blacks lead the way as southern raiders storm Europe

    Australia Wallabies' Samo is tackled by New Zealand All Blacks' Weepu during their Rugby World Cup semi-final match in Auckland

    SYDNEY (Reuters) - New Zealand, Australia and South Africa bestride the world rankings and will be confident of showing once again over the next month that the North-South divide in world rugby is very much alive and kicking. The long southern hemisphere season has taken its toll in injury, however, and several big names …

  • Chicago Bulls' Carlos Boozer (5) tries to block a shot by Orlando Magic's Glen Davis during an NBA basketball game in Chicago on Tuesday, Nov. 6, 2012. (AP Photo/Charles Cherney)
    Deng, Bulls hand Magic first loss AP - 8 hrs ago

    For nearly three quarters, the Orlando Magic looked like the team that has been the surprise of young NBA season. More »Deng, Bulls hand Magic first loss

    Chicago Bulls' Carlos Boozer (5) tries to block a shot by Orlando Magic's Glen Davis during an NBA basketball game in Chicago on Tuesday, Nov. 6, 2012. (AP Photo/Charles Cherney)

    For nearly three quarters, the Orlando Magic looked like the team that has been the surprise of young NBA season.

  • Ball State quarterback Keith Wenning asses the ball against Toledo during the first quarter of an NCAA college football game in Toledo, Ohio, Tuesday, Nov. 6, 2012. (AP Photo/Rick Osentoski)
    Edwards leads Ball State past No. 23 Toledo, 34-27 AP - 9 hrs ago

    Jahwan Edwards scored untouched on a 15-yard run around left end with 1:43 left to propel Ball State to a 34-27 victory over No. 23 Toledo on Tuesday night, ending the Rockets' eight-game winning str … More »Edwards leads Ball State past No. 23 Toledo, 34-27

    Ball State quarterback Keith Wenning asses the ball against Toledo during the first quarter of an NCAA college football game in Toledo, Ohio, Tuesday, Nov. 6, 2012. (AP Photo/Rick Osentoski)

    Jahwan Edwards scored untouched on a 15-yard run around left end with 1:43 left to propel Ball State to a 34-27 victory over No. 23 Toledo on Tuesday night, ending the Rockets' eight-game winning streak.

  • Toronto Raptors center Andrea Bargnani (7) goes up for a basket in front of Oklahoma City Thunder center Kendrick Perkins (5) during the first quarter of an NBA basketball game in Oklahoma City, Tuesday, Nov. 6, 2012. (AP Photo/Alonzo Adams)
    Westbrook leads Thunder past Raptors 108-88 AP - 9 hrs ago

    Russell Westbrook shrugged off a sore shoulder to score 19 points and the Oklahoma City Thunder cruised past the Toronto Raptors 108-88 on Tuesday night. More »Westbrook leads Thunder past Raptors 108-88

    Toronto Raptors center Andrea Bargnani (7) goes up for a basket in front of Oklahoma City Thunder center Kendrick Perkins (5) during the first quarter of an NBA basketball game in Oklahoma City, Tuesday, Nov. 6, 2012. (AP Photo/Alonzo Adams)

    Russell Westbrook shrugged off a sore shoulder to score 19 points and the Oklahoma City Thunder cruised past the Toronto Raptors 108-88 on Tuesday night.

  • Jonas Blixt of Sweden hits his tee shot on the second hole on the the south course at Torrey Pines during final round play at the Farmers Open PGA golf tournament in San Diego
    Blixt has Masters in mind at season finale Reuters - 12 hrs ago

    (Reuters) - Swede Jonas Blixt will have one eye on the race for rookie of the year honors and also the 2013 Masters when he tees off in this week's Children's Miracle Network Classic at Lake Buena Vista, … More »Blixt has Masters in mind at season finale

    Jonas Blixt of Sweden hits his tee shot on the second hole on the the south course at Torrey Pines during final round play at the Farmers Open PGA golf tournament in San Diego

    (Reuters) - Swede Jonas Blixt will have one eye on the race for rookie of the year honors and also the 2013 Masters when he tees off in this week's Children's Miracle Network Classic at Lake Buena Vista, Florida. Blixt, who won his maiden PGA Tour title at last month's Frys.com Open, has recorded five top-10s on the U.S. …

  • Texas Rangers pitcher Darvish throws against the Baltimore Orioles in the first inning of their MLB American League Wild Card playoff baseball game in Arlington, Texas
    Darvish will not play for Japan at Baseball Classic Reuters - 12 hrs ago

    (Reuters) - Texas Rangers ace Yu Darvish will not play for Japan in the World Baseball Classic next year, saying on Tuesday he wants to focus on winning a World Series. "After much deliberation, which … More »Darvish will not play for Japan at Baseball Classic

    Texas Rangers pitcher Darvish throws against the Baltimore Orioles in the first inning of their MLB American League Wild Card playoff baseball game in Arlington, Texas

    (Reuters) - Texas Rangers ace Yu Darvish will not play for Japan in the World Baseball Classic next year, saying on Tuesday he wants to focus on winning a World Series. "After much deliberation, which has included a lot of consultation with my coaches and trainers, I have decided that I will not play in the upcoming World …

  • Hornets head coach Williams looks on as his team takes on the Lakers during the first half of their NBA basketball game in New Orleans
    Hornets coach Williams fined $25,000 for critical comments Reuters - 13 hrs ago

    (Reuters) - New Orleans Hornets head coach Monty Williams has been fined $25,000 by the National Basketball Association (NBA) for public criticism of the NBA's concussion policy, the league said on Tuesday. … More »Hornets coach Williams fined $25,000 for critical comments

    Hornets head coach Williams looks on as his team takes on the Lakers during the first half of their NBA basketball game in New Orleans

    (Reuters) - New Orleans Hornets head coach Monty Williams has been fined $25,000 by the National Basketball Association (NBA) for public criticism of the NBA's concussion policy, the league said on Tuesday. Williams was penalized for comments he made before Saturday's game against the Chicago Bulls when Hornets center Anthony …

  • A surgeon washes his hands before enter in an operating room at the Ambroise Pare hospital in Marseille
    Human enhancements at work pose ethical dilemmas Reuters - 13 hrs ago

    LONDON (Reuters) - Retinal implants to help pilots see at night, stimulant drugs to keep surgeons alert and steady handed, cognitive enhancers to focus the minds of executives for a big speech or presentation. … More »Human enhancements at work pose ethical dilemmas

    A surgeon washes his hands before enter in an operating room at the Ambroise Pare hospital in Marseille

    LONDON (Reuters) - Retinal implants to help pilots see at night, stimulant drugs to keep surgeons alert and steady handed, cognitive enhancers to focus the minds of executives for a big speech or presentation. Medical and scientific advances are bringing human enhancements into work but with them, according to a report …

  • FILE - This April 26, 2012 file photo shows New Orleans Saints general manager Mickey Loomis during a media availability about the NFL draft at the team's training facility in Metairie, La. His eight-game suspension over, Loomis returns to work Tuesday, Nov. 6, 2012, for a Saints franchise that needs to resolve complications with suspended coach Sean Payton's contract. (AP Photo/Matthew Hinton, File)
    Loomis returns to Saints in unsettled times AP - 13 hrs ago

    Having served his eight-game suspension in connection with the NFL's bounty probe of the New Orleans Saints, general manager Mickey Loomis has returned to work at team headquarters in time to deal with … More »Loomis returns to Saints in unsettled times

    FILE - This April 26, 2012 file photo shows New Orleans Saints general manager Mickey Loomis during a media availability about the NFL draft at the team's training facility in Metairie, La. His eight-game suspension over, Loomis returns to work Tuesday, Nov. 6, 2012, for a Saints franchise that needs to resolve complications with suspended coach Sean Payton's contract. (AP Photo/Matthew Hinton, File)

    Having served his eight-game suspension in connection with the NFL's bounty probe of the New Orleans Saints, general manager Mickey Loomis has returned to work at team headquarters in time to deal with a variety of unsettled personnel issues and off-the-field distractions.

  • Oregon running back Kenjon Barner, top, celebrates with teammates after scoring during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Southern California, Saturday, Nov. 3, 2012, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Bret Hartman)
    Kenjon Barner rushes into Heisman consideration AP - 14 hrs ago

    Kenjon Barner modestly said No. 2 Oregon did "pretty well" in its big win over USC. As for his own record-setting effort, the ever-humble running back credited his teammates. More »Kenjon Barner rushes into Heisman consideration

    Oregon running back Kenjon Barner, top, celebrates with teammates after scoring during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Southern California, Saturday, Nov. 3, 2012, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Bret Hartman)

    Kenjon Barner modestly said No. 2 Oregon did "pretty well" in its big win over USC. As for his own record-setting effort, the ever-humble running back credited his teammates.

  • Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan (2) throws under pressure from Dallas Cowboys nose tackle Jay Ratliff (90) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 4, 2012, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Rich Addicks)
    Falcons still atop AP Pro32 rankings, Texans 2nd AP - 14 hrs ago

    A close call on the field for the Atlanta Falcons, a near unanimous choice to stay atop the AP Pro32 NFL power rankings. More »Falcons still atop AP Pro32 rankings, Texans 2nd

    Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan (2) throws under pressure from Dallas Cowboys nose tackle Jay Ratliff (90) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 4, 2012, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Rich Addicks)

    A close call on the field for the Atlanta Falcons, a near unanimous choice to stay atop the AP Pro32 NFL power rankings.

  • Roger Federer of Switzerland celebrates at match point after beating Janko Tipsarevic of Serbia during their singles tennis match at the ATP World Tour Finals in London Tuesday, Nov. 6, 2012. (AP Photo/Kirsty Wigglesworth)
    Federer opens with straight-set win at ATP finals AP - 14 hrs ago

    Roger Federer opened his quest for a seventh season-ending tour title, looking like the man to beat again. More »Federer opens with straight-set win at ATP finals

    Roger Federer of Switzerland celebrates at match point after beating Janko Tipsarevic of Serbia during their singles tennis match at the ATP World Tour Finals in London Tuesday, Nov. 6, 2012. (AP Photo/Kirsty Wigglesworth)

    Roger Federer opened his quest for a seventh season-ending tour title, looking like the man to beat again.

  • Oklahoma City Thunder's Durant and Dallas Mavericks' Marion collide during their NBA Western Conference quarter-final playoff basketball game in Dallas
    Mavericks' Marion out for at least three games Reuters - 16 hrs ago

    (Reuters) - The injury-hit Dallas Mavericks will be without forward Shawn Marion for at least three games because of a sprained left knee ligament, the National Basketball Association team said on Tuesday. … More »Mavericks' Marion out for at least three games

    Oklahoma City Thunder's Durant and Dallas Mavericks' Marion collide during their NBA Western Conference quarter-final playoff basketball game in Dallas

    (Reuters) - The injury-hit Dallas Mavericks will be without forward Shawn Marion for at least three games because of a sprained left knee ligament, the National Basketball Association team said on Tuesday. Marion, a four-time All-Star, has been scratched from Wednesday's home game against the Toronto Raptors and will not …

  • Malaysia's AirAsia Group CEO Tony Fernandes speaks during news conference at Forbes Global CEO Conference in Kuala Lumpur
    Fernandes to step down as Caterham F1 principal Reuters - 17 hrs ago

    LONDON (Reuters) - Malaysian aviation entrepreneur Tony Fernandes is planning to step down as principal of the Caterham Formula One team this year and has already identified a successor from within the … More »Fernandes to step down as Caterham F1 principal

    Malaysia's AirAsia Group CEO Tony Fernandes speaks during news conference at Forbes Global CEO Conference in Kuala Lumpur

    LONDON (Reuters) - Malaysian aviation entrepreneur Tony Fernandes is planning to step down as principal of the Caterham Formula One team this year and has already identified a successor from within the sport. The AirAsia airline boss, who announced a deal between Caterham and Renault on Monday that will revive the Alpine …

  • Lampre-ISD rider Scarponi of Italy rides during the opening time trial of the Giro d'Italia in Herning
    Scarponi suspended by team for visit to Ferrari Reuters - 18 hrs ago

    PARIS (Reuters) - Last year's Giro d'Italia winner Michele Scarponi has been suspended by his Lampre team for visiting banned sports doctor Michele Ferrari, the Italian outfit said on Tuesday. "In relation … More »Scarponi suspended by team for visit to Ferrari

    Lampre-ISD rider Scarponi of Italy rides during the opening time trial of the Giro d'Italia in Herning

    PARIS (Reuters) - Last year's Giro d'Italia winner Michele Scarponi has been suspended by his Lampre team for visiting banned sports doctor Michele Ferrari, the Italian outfit said on Tuesday. "In relation to events in a period when Scarponi was not at Lampre and awaiting further developments, the team doctor has suspended …

  • Bobcats guard Henderson fights for control of the ball against Magic shooting guard Redick in their NBA game in Charlotte
    Bobcats guard Henderson out for 2-4 weeks Reuters - 18 hrs ago

    (Reuters) - Charlotte Bobcats starting guard Gerald Henderson is expected to be sidelined for two to four weeks because of a sprained left foot, the National Basketball Association team said on Tuesday. … More »Bobcats guard Henderson out for 2-4 weeks

    Bobcats guard Henderson fights for control of the ball against Magic shooting guard Redick in their NBA game in Charlotte

    (Reuters) - Charlotte Bobcats starting guard Gerald Henderson is expected to be sidelined for two to four weeks because of a sprained left foot, the National Basketball Association team said on Tuesday. Henderson, who is averaging 12.5 points, 3.0 steals and 2.5 assists after two games this season, suffered the injury during …

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  • A Macy's store in Arlington Virginia
    Macy's profit rises, company raises forecast Reuters - 26 mins ago

    (Reuters) - Macy's Inc on Wednesday reported a higher third-quarter profit, helped by sales gains, and raised its full-year profit outlook. Macy's reported net income … More »Macy's profit rises, company raises forecast

    A Macy's store in Arlington Virginia

    (Reuters) - Macy's Inc on Wednesday reported a higher third-quarter profit, helped by sales gains, and raised its full-year profit outlook. Macy's reported net income of $145 million, or 36 cents a share, for the quarter ended October 27, up 4.3 percent from $139 million, or 32 cents a share, a year earlier Macy's, which …

  • Ford CEO Mulally speaks at automotive industry conference in Berlin
    Ford may cut more Europe jobs if slump deepens Reuters - 1 hr 44 mins ago

    BERLIN (Reuters) - Ford Motor Co may scrap more plants and lay off more workers in Europe as the euro zone debt crisis continues to exacerbate the auto sector's overcapacity. … More »Ford may cut more Europe jobs if slump deepens

    Ford CEO Mulally speaks at automotive industry conference in Berlin

    BERLIN (Reuters) - Ford Motor Co may scrap more plants and lay off more workers in Europe as the euro zone debt crisis continues to exacerbate the auto sector's overcapacity. The situation in European markets remains "very volatile", Ford Chief Executive Alan Mulally said at a conference in Berlin on Wednesday, two weeks …

  • People walk in front of the Time Warner Inc. headquarters building at Columbus Circle in New York
    Time Warner posts higher third-quarter profit Reuters - 42 mins ago

    (Reuters) - Time Warner Inc posted a higher third-quarter profit on Wednesday as growth in its cable networks offset declines in its film and TV entertainment business. … More »Time Warner posts higher third-quarter profit

    People walk in front of the Time Warner Inc. headquarters building at Columbus Circle in New York

    (Reuters) - Time Warner Inc posted a higher third-quarter profit on Wednesday as growth in its cable networks offset declines in its film and TV entertainment business. Net income for the company, which owns a host of cable networks, premium TV service HBO, magazines and a movie studio, rose to $838 million, or 86 cents …

  • Exxon gas station is pictured in Arlington
    Exxon tells Iraq wants to quit huge oil project Reuters - 1 hr 25 mins ago

    BAGHDAD (Reuters) - Exxon Mobil has officially informed Iraq's government it wants to pull out of a $50 billion oil project, telling Baghdad in a letter it has started … More »Exxon tells Iraq wants to quit huge oil project

    Exxon gas station is pictured in Arlington

    BAGHDAD (Reuters) - Exxon Mobil has officially informed Iraq's government it wants to pull out of a $50 billion oil project, telling Baghdad in a letter it has started talks with other oil companies to sell its stake, senior Iraqi officials said. Exxon's decision to quit the West Qurna-1 oilfield will exacerbate tensions …

  • The Morgan Stanley worldwide headquarters building in New York
    Morgan Stanley selling its Indian private bank: sources Reuters - 2 hrs 13 mins ago

    SINGAPORE/MUMBAI (Reuters) - Morgan Stanley has launched the sale of its India private wealth management unit, which manages about $1 billion including loans, after entering … More »Morgan Stanley selling its Indian private bank: sources

    The Morgan Stanley worldwide headquarters building in New York

    SINGAPORE/MUMBAI (Reuters) - Morgan Stanley has launched the sale of its India private wealth management unit, which manages about $1 billion including loans, after entering the highly fragmented and competitive market just four years ago, sources with knowledge of the matter said. Wealth management platforms are usually …

  • Cans of Molson beer are seen on a production line during a news conference in Montreal
    Molson Coors profit beats expectations Reuters - 16 mins ago

    (Reuters) - Molson Coors Brewing Co reported a higher-than-expected quarterly profit on Wednesday helped by the acquisition of operations in Eastern Europe. The company … More »Molson Coors profit beats expectations

    Cans of Molson beer are seen on a production line during a news conference in Montreal

    (Reuters) - Molson Coors Brewing Co reported a higher-than-expected quarterly profit on Wednesday helped by the acquisition of operations in Eastern Europe. The company behind beers such as Coors Light and Blue Moon said third-quarter net income rose to $198.4 million, or $1.09 per share, from $197.4 million, or $1.06 per …

  • U.S. President Barack Obama celebrates with his wife Michelle, his Vice President Biden and Biden's wife Jill after winning the U.S. presidential election in Chicago
    Analysis: Obama re-election driven by economy, turnout Reuters - 3 hrs ago

    WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Growing optimism about the economy and a big turnout of the core Democratic coalition sealed President Barack Obama's re-election victory. After … More »Analysis: Obama re-election driven by economy, turnout

    U.S. President Barack Obama celebrates with his wife Michelle, his Vice President Biden and Biden's wife Jill after winning the U.S. presidential election in Chicago

    WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Growing optimism about the economy and a big turnout of the core Democratic coalition sealed President Barack Obama's re-election victory. After years of bleak economic news, enough Americans now believe better days lie ahead for the U.S. economy. The coalition of young, female and minority voters …

  • A sign warning against looting is posted in the Nejecho Beach neighborhood of Brick, N.J. Tuesday, Nov. 6, 2012, after the area suffered serious damage from last week's storm surge from Superstorm Sandy. Brick is ordering mandatory evacuations in advance of an approaching nor'easter. Residents in the low-lying waterfront sections of Brick Township have been told to leave their homes by 6 p.m. Tuesday. Those areas are prone to flooding and storm surges. (AP Photo/Mel Evans)
    Sandy-battered NYC, NJ prepare for new storm AP - 12 mins ago

    Residents of New York and New Jersey who were flooded out by Superstorm Sandy waited with dread Wednesday and heard warnings to evacuate for the second time in two weeks … More »Sandy-battered NYC, NJ prepare for new storm

    A sign warning against looting is posted in the Nejecho Beach neighborhood of Brick, N.J. Tuesday, Nov. 6, 2012, after the area suffered serious damage from last week's storm surge from Superstorm Sandy. Brick is ordering mandatory evacuations in advance of an approaching nor'easter. Residents in the low-lying waterfront sections of Brick Township have been told to leave their homes by 6 p.m. Tuesday. Those areas are prone to flooding and storm surges. (AP Photo/Mel Evans)

    Residents of New York and New Jersey who were flooded out by Superstorm Sandy waited with dread Wednesday and heard warnings to evacuate for the second time in two weeks as another, weaker storm spun toward them and threatened to inundate their homes again or simply leave them shivering in the dark for even longer.

  • The curve of the German stock index DAX is pictured as news about the US elections appear on a television screen at the stock market in Frankfurt, Germany, Wednesday, Nov. 7, 2012. (AP Photo/Michael Probst)
    Markets brush off Obama win amid gridlock concerns AP - 26 mins ago

    The re-election of President Barack Obama gave markets a short-lived boost Wednesday, before concerns over his ability to get a budget agreement from a divided Congress … More »Markets brush off Obama win amid gridlock concerns

    The curve of the German stock index DAX is pictured as news about the US elections appear on a television screen at the stock market in Frankfurt, Germany, Wednesday, Nov. 7, 2012. (AP Photo/Michael Probst)

    The re-election of President Barack Obama gave markets a short-lived boost Wednesday, before concerns over his ability to get a budget agreement from a divided Congress and more grim economic news out of Europe turned sentiment around.

  • Macy's 3Q net income rises 4.3 pct, tops estimates AP - 13 mins ago

    Macy's is reporting a 4.3 percent increase in third-quarter net income, helped by the department store owner's efforts to tailor merchandise to local markets and bring … More »Macy's 3Q net income rises 4.3 pct, tops estimates

    Macy's is reporting a 4.3 percent increase in third-quarter net income, helped by the department store owner's efforts to tailor merchandise to local markets and bring in trendy exclusive brands.

  • Kraft's profit rises as new products drive sales AP - 51 mins ago

    Kraft Foods' net income rose 13 percent in the third quarter, the food maker said Wednesday, as new products and increased advertising helped it top Wall Street exp … More »Kraft's profit rises as new products drive sales

    Kraft Foods' net income rose 13 percent in the third quarter, the food maker said Wednesday, as new products and increased advertising helped it top Wall Street expectations.

  • Time Warner 3Q earnings beat Street, revenue short AP - 49 mins ago

    Time Warner said Wednesday that its third-quarter earnings grew 2 percent, as a strong performance in its cable television channels offset declines in the Warner Bros. … More »Time Warner 3Q earnings beat Street, revenue short

    Time Warner said Wednesday that its third-quarter earnings grew 2 percent, as a strong performance in its cable television channels offset declines in the Warner Bros. movie business following the final Harry Potter movie last summer.

  • FILE- This July 17, 2012, file photo, shows the corporate headquarters of WellPoint in Indianapolis. WellPoint said Wednesday, Nov. 7, 2012, in the third quarter, it earned $691.2 million, or $2.15 per share. That's up from $683.2 million, or $1.90 per share, in last year's quarter.  (AP Photo/Michael Conroy, File)
    Insurer WellPoint's 3Q net income edges higher AP - 1 hr 30 mins ago

    WellPoint Inc.'s third-quarter net income inched up 1 percent, as the nation's second largest health insurer trimmed expenses to balance flat revenue and an enrollment … More »Insurer WellPoint's 3Q net income edges higher

    FILE- This July 17, 2012, file photo, shows the corporate headquarters of WellPoint in Indianapolis. WellPoint said Wednesday, Nov. 7, 2012, in the third quarter, it earned $691.2 million, or $2.15 per share. That's up from $683.2 million, or $1.90 per share, in last year's quarter.  (AP Photo/Michael Conroy, File)

    WellPoint Inc.'s third-quarter net income inched up 1 percent, as the nation's second largest health insurer trimmed expenses to balance flat revenue and an enrollment decline.

  • With new storm pending, airlines take no chances AP - 52 mins ago

    Major airlines are scrapping flights in and out of the New York area ahead of the second significant storm in little more than a week. More »With new storm pending, airlines take no chances

    Major airlines are scrapping flights in and out of the New York area ahead of the second significant storm in little more than a week.

  • US futures reverse course, fall on Europe's crisis AP - 37 mins ago

    Futures are giving up early post-election gains and falling sharply on warnings out of Europe that a broad recession there is now all but certain. More »US futures reverse course, fall on Europe's crisis

    Futures are giving up early post-election gains and falling sharply on warnings out of Europe that a broad recession there is now all but certain.

  • EU: Eurozone recession to be worse, rebound slower AP - 10 mins ago

    Europe's economy is still reeling and unemployment could remain high for years in spite of the progress made in solving the debt crisis, the European Union warned Wednesday … More »EU: Eurozone recession to be worse, rebound slower

    Europe's economy is still reeling and unemployment could remain high for years in spite of the progress made in solving the debt crisis, the European Union warned Wednesday as it downgraded its forecasts for the 27-country bloc.

  • Japan utility seeks more funds for nuclear crisis AP - 4 hrs ago

    The Japanese operator of the nuclear power plant devastated in last year's disasters is seeking more government financial support, saying the cost of the cleanup could … More »Japan utility seeks more funds for nuclear crisis

    The Japanese operator of the nuclear power plant devastated in last year's disasters is seeking more government financial support, saying the cost of the cleanup could be double the 5 trillion yen ($62.5 billion) allocated so far.

  • A WestJet Airlines Boeing 737-700 aircraft lands at Calgary International Airport in Alberta
    WestJet profit soars as it flies fuller planes Reuters - 3 mins 44 secs ago

    (Reuters) - WestJet Airlines Ltd , Canada's second-biggest airline, reported an 80 percent rise in third-quarter profit as it flew more passengers. WestJet, which is … More »WestJet profit soars as it flies fuller planes

    A WestJet Airlines Boeing 737-700 aircraft lands at Calgary International Airport in Alberta

    (Reuters) - WestJet Airlines Ltd , Canada's second-biggest airline, reported an 80 percent rise in third-quarter profit as it flew more passengers. WestJet, which is preparing to launch a regional carrier in the second half of 2013, said net profit rose to C$70.6 million, or 52 Canadian cents per share, from C$39.3 million, …

  • Tata Motors profit up 10 pct on Jaguar Land Rover AP - 8 mins ago

    India's Tata Motors reported a 10 percent rise in quarterly net profit Wednesday, as the strong global performance of Jaguar Land Rover masked lackluster results from … More »Tata Motors profit up 10 pct on Jaguar Land Rover

    India's Tata Motors reported a 10 percent rise in quarterly net profit Wednesday, as the strong global performance of Jaguar Land Rover masked lackluster results from Tata's core brand.

  • Republican presidential candidate and former Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney and his wife Ann Romney wave to supporters after Romney conceded the race at his election night rally, Wednesday, Nov. 7, 2012, in Boston. (AP Photo/Stephan Savoia)
    Obama wins second term, Romney concedes defeat Reuters - 9 mins ago

    WASHINGTON (Reuters) - President Barack Obama rolled to re-election and a second term in the White House on Tuesday with a clear victory over Republican challenger Mitt … More »Obama wins second term, Romney concedes defeat

    Republican presidential candidate and former Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney and his wife Ann Romney wave to supporters after Romney conceded the race at his election night rally, Wednesday, Nov. 7, 2012, in Boston. (AP Photo/Stephan Savoia)

    WASHINGTON (Reuters) - President Barack Obama rolled to re-election and a second term in the White House on Tuesday with a clear victory over Republican challenger Mitt Romney as the Democrat overcame deep doubts about his handling of the U.S. economy. Romney called Obama to concede after the president's victories in the …

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Quotes of the Day

Selected from Michael Moncur's Collection of Quotations - November 7, 2012
Democracy is the name we give the people whenever we need them.
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Marquis de Flers Robert and Arman de Caillavet  
The folly of mistaking a paradox for a discovery, a metaphor for a proof, a torrent of verbiage for a spring of capital truths, and oneself for an oracle, is inborn in us.
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Paul Valery (1871 - 1945), 1895  
My definition of an expert in any field is a person who knows enough about what's really going on to be scared.
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P. J. Plauger, Computer Language, March 1983  
Money is better than poverty, if only for financial reasons.
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Woody Allen (1935 - )  

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