 | Gunmen Kill Pakistani Army Officer in Islamabad Ambush  Eyewitness says two men participated in attack that instantly killed driver, army officer |
 | Obama: Troop Decision Possible Before Afghan Runoff But US president also says announcement may wait until after votes are in |
 | Gates Asks NATO for More Help in Afghanistan US defense secretary says it makes sense to have talks now because effort to stabilize and develop Afghanistan is NATO mission, not just American one |
 | US VP Biden Thanks Romania for Missile Shield Support US vice president meets with Romanian president, thanks him for backing reconfigured missile defense system unveiled in Washington last month |
 | Somalia Peacekeepers Accused of Firing Into Civilian Areas At least 20 people killed, as many as 70 wounded in Mogadishu during what witnesses say was one of worst fighting in recent months |
 | US, South Korea Reaffirm Alliance, Timetable for Command Hand-Over Defense Secretary Robert Gates says full array of US military might, including 'nuclear umbrella' is available to South Korea in case of attack |
 | India's Ruling Congress Party Emerges Victorious in Key State Elections Results seen as another major vote of confidence for party, national leadership |
 | Few Surprises, Little Excitement as Indonesian President Sets New Cabinet Some political analysts question whether the government's new leaders will be able to achieve the reforms promised by President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono |
 | Less Tobacco Smoke Means Fewer Heart Attacks  Study finds smoking bans are effective |
 | California Teacher's Program Helps Underprivileged Students Prepare for College Program is based on problem solving through group discussions and writing |
