Anish Kapoor's 'Orbit' to be tallest sculpture in Britain
Anish Kapoor's 'Orbit' is being compared to London's Eiffel tower.
Services growth slows, but silver lining in jobs
Growth in the U.S. economy's vast services sector remained sluggish in June as new orders fell, but economists said a steady employment reading pointed to job growth later in the year.
Villas-Boas to motivate Chelsea players with Manchester United title-celebration Video
New Chelsea manager Andre Villas-Boas will attempt to motivate his players by forcing them through a DVD of Manchester United's title celebrations last season, thereby instilling a feeling of revenge in their minds.
The Giant Phoenix Dust Storm, Explained
The massive storm that rushed across Phoenix last night with a wall of dust at least 5,000 feet high might look crazy, but the phenomenon is not all that uncommon in southern Arizona.
China raises rates, shrugs off slowing growth
China raised interest rates for the third time this year on Wednesday, making clear that taming inflation remains a top priority even as the growth pace of its vast economy gently eases.
Hollywood's Highest Paid Actresses [PHOTOS]
Forbes magazine released its list of the highest paid actresses last year and Angelina Jolie and Sarah Jessica Parker were in the top spots as they both earned $30 million last year.
Reactions To Casey Anthony Trial (PHOTOS)
Here is a look at some people's reactions to the Casey Anthony trial.
Wall Street slips on global growth worry
Stocks fell slightly on Wednesday after a downgrade of Portugal's credit rating, China's interest rate rise and a soft report on the U.S. services sector sparked jitters about global growth prospects.
Lagarde vows more clout for emerging markets at IMF
Christine Lagarde, the IMF's new chief, pledged on Wednesday to push ahead with reforms to give fast-growing emerging markets greater sway at the global lender.
Services growth slows in June, employment stable
The pace of growth in the U.S. economy's services sector remained sluggish in June and new orders fell, but employment held steady last month, according to an industry report released on Wednesday.
Colon cancer deaths decline, except in one state
Deaths from colon cancer continue to drop across the United States — in all but one state, health officials said Tuesday.
Amid rumors of Jiang Zemin's death, speculation about China's new leadership
As the core of the third generation of Communist Party leaders, and as someone famous for his flamboyant personality, Jiang's absence from CCP's 90th anniversary is unusual. Rumors of his death triggers speculations about the power shifts within the Communist Party as the 2012 leadership transition is drawing closer.
Stolen Picasso piece worth over $200,000
A valuable drawing by art master Pablo Picasso was stolen from San Francisco yesterday afternoon.
Cheap Device to Detect Cataract Developed at MIT
The team led by an Indian born scientist has developed the device which can be clipped to a smart phone for detectionisohunt, utorrentcute baby wallpapers, utorrent...
Meghan Cox Gurdon, Maureen Johnson Debate Darkness in YA Literature
In a radio debate, Meghan Cox Gurdon said she didn't expect anything like the degree of reaction that her Wall Street Journal essay on darkness and depravity in young adult literature has generated -- but she did think it would probably get up some people's noses.
What Does The Future Hold For Harry Potter Trio?
In tens years and eight films. Though it is definitely the end of an era for the Harry Potter cast and the fans, we can be sure to find more of the stars as they venture out into new projects.
Instant view: China raises interest rates for 3rd time in 2011
China's central bank increased interest rates for the third time this year on Wednesday, making clear that taming inflation is a top priority even when as the economy slows gently.
Hackers seize control of PayPal UK Twitter account
Hackers seized control of a PayPal Twitter feed on Tuesday, then sent out messages criticizing the payment processor in the second attack of its type in two days.
UK's Cameron calls for probe into phone hacking
LONDON, July 6 - British Prime Minister David Cameron on Wednesday called for an official inquiry into a phone hacking scandal at Rupert Murdoch's News International that has prompted national outrage.
Exclusive: Germany puts Greek bond swap back on table
Germany wants to put a Greek bond swap back on the table as a model for private sector involvement in fresh aid for Athens, Deputy Finance Minister Joerg Asmussen told Reuters Insider TV Wednesday.
Casey Anthony Verdict: She Was 'Good Mother,' Alternate Juror Says
An alternate juror in who witnessed the Casey Anthony trial called the defendant a good mother, on Wednesday, a day after a jury acquitted her of first degree murder, manslaughter and child abuse, while convicting her of lying to police.
China's Jiang Zemin Rumored Brain-Dead: Military Hospital Tightens Guard [VIDEO]
On July 1, Jiang was absent at an important event in Beijing commemorating the 90th anniversary of China's Communist Party.A few days later, an important figure was urgently hospitalized into 301 Military Hospital located in Beijing, China. The figure is reportedly the former Chinese leader Jiang Zemin, who was rumored to be in sickness since his last public appearance in Jiangsu on May 14th.
Delayed NFL start: The impact on Jets, Giants
Assuming the collective bargaining agreement between players and owners is resolved within the next week or so, the fallout from the lockout would continue into the regular season, with at least the first three games being impacted by the lockout. But will this disruption help or hinder the New York Jets and the New York Giants?
Factbox: Murdoch advertisers get cold feet over hacking claims
Car maker Ford and billionaire Richard Branson's Virgin Holidays have suspended advertising in Britain's News of the World due to allegations of hacking by the newspaper while travel operators Thomson and First Choice are among a growing band of companies reviewing their policies.
IMF's Lagarde says will push on with IMF reforms
New International Monetary Fund Managing Director Christine Lagarde pledged on Wednesday to push ahead with reforms to give fast-growing emerging markets greater sway at the global lender.
Baidu in deal with Chinese firm to grab TV viewers
China's top search engine Baidu Inc said on Wednesday it had reached an agreement with a Chinese television company to bring its search box to millions of television screens.
Giant Wombat Skeleton Discovered in Queensland, Australia
Palaeontologists have discovered a near-complete skeleton of the largest marsupial that ever existed.
Jellyfish can cause a nuclear power plant meltdown
A swarm of jellyfish blocks the water supply which is used as a coolant at the Orot Rabin nuclear power plant in Hadera, Israel.
UK's Cameron backs phone hacking probe
Prime Minister David Cameron promised an inquiry on Wednesday into a disgusting phone hacking scandal at Rupert Murdoch's News International that has outraged Britain and cast a shadow over the mogul's plans to buy control of broadcaster BSkyB.
Top 10 highest paid actresses: Jolie, Parker, and Aniston [Slideshow]
Angelina Jolie, Sarah Jessica Parker and Jennifer Aniston all make the cut for the highest paid actresses.