Courts nix more software patents
Federal courts have rejected more software patents since a US Supreme Court ruling in June tackled the question of whether—and when—computer programs can qualify for intellectual-property protection.
A soaring debut for Alibaba
The long-awaited public market debut of the Alibaba Group, the Chinese Internet titan, did not disappoint on Friday, eclipsing every other company that has started to sell stock so far this year. After pricing at $68 a share on Thursday night, Alibaba's shares opened sharply higher on Friday and finished the day up 38 percent, at $93.89. Yet even Alibaba's blockbuster stock sale appears unlikely to dampen a yearlong enthusiasm for initial public offerings as start-ups and private companies continue to flock to the stock markets. The Chinese Internet giant, which raised $21.8 billion in its stock sale, instantly became one of the biggest publicly traded technology companies in the world.
White House announces campaign against campus sexual assault
In unveiling the "It's On Us" campaign aimed at preventing attacks on college campuses, President Obama said such violence is "an affront to our basic humanity."
Moscow rally against Ukraine crisis
Tens of thousands of Russians march in Moscow to protest against Russia's involvement in the Ukraine crisis. People carrying Russian and Ukrainian flags chanted "No to war!" and "Stop lying!" Similar rallies took place in St Petersburg and other Russian cities. It is Russia's first major anti-war rally since the fighting began five months ago in Ukraine's eastern Donetsk and Luhansk regions. Ukraine accuses Russia of arming rebels in the east and sending Russian troops across the border. Moscow denies this. More than 3,000 people have died in fighting since April.
Climate change summit: Global rallies demand action
Street protests demanding urgent action on climate change have attracted hundreds of thousands of marchers in more than 2,000 locations worldwide. The People's Climate March is campaigning for curbs on carbon emissions, ahead of the UN climate summit in New York next week. In Manhattan, organisers said some 310,000 people joined a march that was also attended by UN chief Ban Ki-moon. Earlier, huge demonstrations took place in Australia and Europe. "This is the planet where our subsequent generations will live," Mr Ban told reporters. "There is no 'Plan B' because we do not have 'Planet B'."
Drivers, passengers say Uber app doesn't always yield best routes
People love Uber, but they often complain the Uber app's built-in navigation doesn't give its drivers the best directions. The company says the app helps drivers and passengers travel efficiently.
Judge's credibility in question after domestic abuse arrest
A federal judge in Alabama is facing mounting calls for his resignation. US District Judge Mark Fuller was arrested in August for allegedly beating his wife.
International Criminal Court summons Kenya president Uhuru Kenyatta
The International Criminal Court (ICC) on Friday summoned Kenya president Uhuru Kenyatta to appear in the court on October 8. Kenyatta and the Kenyan government have been charged with holding onto documents requested by prosecutors working on Kenyatta's crimes against humanity trial. If Kenyatta does appear in October it will be the first time that he has appeared at the ICC. He has continued to argue during the ongoing trial that he is required to remain in Kenya to manage state affairs and fight the Shabab group. Kenyatta's lawyers have also continuously argued that the case should be dropped due to lack of evidence, and many African leaders have echoed this as well, accusing the ICC of focusing its investigations into global atrocities on Africa.
Argentina approves law allowing government to intervene in controlling prices
Argentina's congress on Thursday passed a new law that would allow the government to intervene in setting prices and profits in order to ease high inflation rates. Economy Minister Axel Kicillof said the measure would defend consumers against monopoly power. However, local business leaders say the law will likely aggravate shortages and inflation by discouraging people from selling price-controlled goods. The new law gives power to set maximum and minimum prices and control profit margins. Companies that set "artificial or unjustified" prices will be fined. However, most small and medium sized companies will be exempt.
Citibank goes back to judge who blocked Argentina payment
Citibank NA, which told judges this week that Argentina is holding a gun to its head over a $5 million bond interest payment due Sept. 30, faces the possibility the trigger may be pulled as the court threw out its appeal of an order barring it from forwarding the payment.
Europe must 'boost demand' to revive economy, US warns
At a meeting of the G20 group, Jack Lew, the US Treasury Secretary, has urged eurozone countries to "boost demand" in order to reduce unemployment and avoid deflation. "Europe is going to need to solve its problems and resolve differences it has internally," Lew told reporters at the meeting in Australia, "but what's clear from the US experience is that the combination of taking action to boost demand in the short run and make structural changes for the long run is an important combination, and it shouldn't become a choice between the two. You really need to pursue both." Lew also expressed concern about the political tensions between European countries, and the effect this may have on pushing through urgent policies.
Unconstitutional laws remain in law books
Another state law was declared unconstitutional this past week but unless the Legislature specifically takes action to remove it, language allowing Louisiana State Police Col. Mike Edmonson to get a special boost in retirement will remain in law books. A notation at the bottom of that specific section of law will say it's been ruled unconstitutional. This is just one of many pieces of legislation signed into law only to have a court later rule that it is null and void. Law books are littered with unconstitutional provisions but legislators have been reluctant to remove them.
Justice stirs concern urging companies to aid crackdown
The Justice Department recently called for more cooperation from American corporations in cracking down on financial crime. So far, however, lawyers who represent companies in such cases aren't giving the idea rave reviews.
Time
The Tragic Risks of American Football. Sixteen-year-old Chad Stover died playing a game after suffering a traumatic brain injury. Is the game worth it?
Newsweek
The End of the Party. The performance of the Yes campaign in Scotland is just the latest sign of a deep revolution in modern British democracy
Business Week
Tim Cook's Reboot
The Economist
The rise and rise of Xi Jinping. Xi who must be obeyed
Der Spiegel
Ebola. Die entfesselte Seuche
L'Espresso
Il sesso secondo Francesco. Convivenze. Gay. Divorziati. Il papa sfida antichi tabù della Chiesa e convoca un Sinodo. Ma le resistenze sono forti. E cinque cardinali scrivono un libro contro le aperture
Yemen rivals sign peace agreement
Al Jazeera, Doha, Qatar
Australia seeks broad new security powers following anti-terror raid
Haaretz, Liberal daily, Tel Aviv, Israel
Labour would extend child benefit cap
BBC News, Centrist newscaster, London, England
Emmy-winning actress dies
CNN International, London, England
Stunning model Irina Shayk displays a hint of cleavage in sophisticated little black dress
Daily Mail, Conservative daily, London, England
Cameron's bid to quell Tory unrest: PM invites 20 senior MPs to Chequers for 'English votes for English laws' summit
Daily Mail, Conservative daily, London, England
Russia: apartment block blaze in Krasnoyarsk
EuroNews, International news, Ecully Cedex, France
'I had no choice,' says Sarkozy of political comeback
France 24, Issy-les-Moulineaux, France
Turkey's mining capital hit by layoffs, migration
Hurriyet Daily News, (Liberal, English-language), Istanbul, Turkey
Where does Isis get its money from? US steps up the battle to find out
Independent The, London, England
Blasts in China's Xinjiang province kill two
Telegraph The, Conservative daily, London, England
'Nude photos' of singer Rihanna leaked on internet
Telegraph The, Celebrity news, London, England
China says 2 killed, many injured in explosions
China Post, English-language daily, Taipei, Taiwan
Teenage Korean Shooter Wins 2 Gold Medals at Asiad
Chosun Ilbo, Conservative daily, Seoul, South Korea
Ghani named next Afghan president signs powersharing deal
Hindustan Times, New Delhi, India
After mega launch of scheme, DDA revises flat rates
India Times, Conservative daily, New Delhi, India
New Zealand leader wants flag vote held next year
New Zealand Herald, Conservative daily, Auckland, New Zealand
Ukraine President cancels trip over protests in eastern Ukraine
Straits Times, Pro-government, Singapore
Pyne defends taking wife on $30,000 European tour
Sydney Morning Herald, Centrist daily, Sydney, Australia
Russia wants to keep Ukraine off UN radar
Taiwan News, English-language daily, Taipei, Taiwan
Pope Francis says religion can't justify violence
The Economic Times, Business, Mumbai, India
ISIS audio urges Muslims everywhere to kill 'unbelievers'
Canadian Broadcasting Centre, Toronto, Ontario
U.S. Iraqi war veteran marks five years in sanctuary at East Vancouver church
Globe and Mail The, Centrist daily, Toronto, Canada
Liberty Reserve Brought Down By 'Joe Bogus': How The Feds Arrested Arthur Budovsky
International Business Times, Business news organization, New York, U.S
Boosting the Natural Disaster Immunity of Caribbean Hospitals
IPS Latin America, International cooperative of journalists, Rome, Italy
Alibaba IPO ranks as world's biggest after additional shares sold
Reuters, Business News, New York, U.S
Australia seeks broad new security powers after anti-terror raids
Reuters, World News, New York, U.S
School shift proposal upsets Parkdale parents
Toronto Star, Toronto, Ontario
Sierra Leone Ebola lockdown ends
BBC News, Centrist newscaster, London, England
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