Probe: No known link to bin Laden Investigators use handwriting analysis, profiling, determine one person behind three anthrax letters.
N.Y. postal workers want tainted facilities closed Union chief says lawsuits are possible if centers are not closed for testing.

INS to push for release of detainees Officials try to speed up process for those arrested in wake of terrorist attacks.

Taliban kills opposition figure Abdul Haq had been working with the ex-Afghan king to lure tribal leaders away from the Taliban regime.

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.
Olympic hopefuls halved Committee cuts field of cities bidding to host 2012 Summer Olympics to four.
Healy resigns from American Red Cross Organization's president says she was forced out of the job.

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