N.Y. postal workers want tainted facilities closed Union chief says lawsuits are possible if centers are not closed for testing.
Investigators: One person wrote 3 letters Handwriting analysis, profiling point to one suspect so far, anthrax source still unknown.

Taliban kills opposition figure Abdul Haq had been working with the ex-Afghan king to lure tribal leaders away from the Taliban regime.
U.K. to commit special forces Britain to send 200 special forces troops to assist in war effort, with 400 commandos on standby.

Militant leader calls for jihad Islamic cleric says thousands of Pakistanis are gathering today to cross into Afghanistan, fight U.S.

Stock funds claw higher Average fund climbs 3.4% as most fund categories enjoy advances.

Stocks may pad gains
While things look gloomy now, focus on future may lift markets.

Layoffs surge 41% in Sept. Manufacturing accounted for the largest share of mass layoffs.

Macy's picks Miss Universe to ride in parade Feathers ruffled by decision not to invite Miss America.
West Bank withdrawal to begin soon Israel will start pulling out of towns soon, starting with Bethlehem, Cabinet ministers say.
Healy resigns from American Red Cross Organization's president says she was forced out of the job.

Williams skipping WTA final Wimbledon and U.S. Open champion will miss next week's season-ending event in Germany.

Saturday night opener Diamondbacks to deal aces Schilling and Johnson against Yankees' experienced foursome.