Kevin West

Coalition forces scouring the mountains of southeastern Afghanistan for Taliban and al-Qaida fighters blew up dozens of rockets, mortar shells and boxes of ammunition discovered in the rocky terrain.

As senators debate whether to grant President Bush broader power over trade deals, the textile industry has been rather silent compared to its pivotal role during last year's House vote.

The first week of Arthur Andersen LLP's obstruction of justice trial featured verbal warfare.

The Sept. 11 terrorist attacks destroyed any illusion that rich countries can ignore desperation and poverty elsewhere, the World Bank president said Saturday at the opening of a conference on the weaknesses of globalization.

Accredo Health Inc. plans to add about 550 jobs at its Memphis headquarters during the next three years, company officials said.

A fast-moving wildfire that has charred 3,200 acres forced the evacuation of more than 100 residents and threatened dozens of homes Saturday on federal forest land.

The Athens man who jumped in front of a speeding driver to pull a baby stroller out of the street has been honored posthumously with the Heroism Award, one of the 2002 Governor's Awards of Excellence.

Organizers hope big crowds will turn out Sunday to support the troubled shrimping industry at the Blessing of the Fleet, an annual ceremony that draws boats of all kinds to the East River here.

Bruno Junqueira pushed the limits Saturday, winning the pole position for the Indianapolis 500 with a four-lap average of 231.342 mph.

The Detroit Red Wings took another step toward the Stanley Cup, ending St. Louis' season for the fourth time since 1996.