Afghan opposition talks of offensive 'We will need American help' says anti-Taliban group as campaign begins fourth week.
U.S. may set up Afghan base Station for up to 600 troops could be built soon, source says.

Security at any price Americans shelling out for items to help them regain some measure of confidence, safety.
NYC pauses, remembers Silence falls over WTC site for a memorial service to mourn, honor lost loved ones.

Supreme Court meets in borrowed courtroom Justices gather for business outside of their own building for the first time since 1935.
8th inhalation case N.J. postal worker tests positive; second worker remains hospitalized as a 'suspected case.'
Coming soon: Irradiated mail First eight machines expected in early November; D.C. will be one of first sites to receive equipment.

Americans try to help refugees Group founded during Crusades plans to deliver tons of wheat, sugar, cooking oil and 1,000 blankets.
Pakistanis mourn those slain in church massacre Attack by masked gunman killed 16 people at a Catholic marriage ceremony.

Stocks drop Investors cash in gains, take profits from last week's rally.

United CEO resigns James Goodwin will leave the struggling airline.

EchoStar snags DirecTV General Motors takes $30B bid over News Corp.

High court won't hear case on minute of silence Opponents felt moment encouraged prayer in public schools.
Israel pulls out of towns Withdrawal from Palestinian areas occurs despite violence that leaves 5 women dead.
Milosevic still refuses to enter plea Former Yugoslav president calls case against him a 'false indictment.'
Levys continue search With Chandra case out of headlines, Rep. Condit shows signs of running again.

Cavagnoud's life in danger Super-G World Cup star hospitalized in Austria after training collision.