- U.S. Army attack helicopters whipped up dust clouds and blew the tops off coconut trees Sunday as 30 U.S. Special Forces troops arrived on an island in the southern Philippines to train soldiers battling Muslim extremists.
Afghan Leader Vows Stern Justice
- Afghan leader Hamid Karzai has blamed the Afghan aviation minister's death on a personal vendetta among government officials despite initial reports that said he was killed by a mob of would-be Islamic pilgrims furious over flight delays to Saudi Arabia.
Feds Take Over Airport Security
- On the first day the federal government took responsibility for airport security, some passengers noticed extra vigilance and felt reassured by the change. Federal officials pledged Sunday to protect travelers and treat them with courtesy.
