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Powell Welcomes Russian Support Powell Welcomes Russian Support- US Secretary of State Colin Powell welcomes Russia's offer of air bases for a possible military operation against Afghanistan. Generation Y's Chance to Shine? Generation Y's Chance to Shine?- Until two weeks ago, young Americans had never had it so good. Now, with the US gearing up for an uncertain war, a question mark hangs over their … Bush Sides with the Doves Bush Sides with the Doves- The BBC's Jon Leyne describes how the coalition builders are winning the war in George W Bush's administration. WHO Warns of Bio-Weapons Risk WHO Warns of Bio-Weapons Risk- The World Health Organisation says governments should not underestimate the risks of a biological attack and urges clear contingency plans. Russia Pledges Support for US Russia Pledges Support for US- Russian President Vladimir Putin allows the US to use air bases in central Asia as Washington moves to cut off funding for Osama bin Laden. US Faces New Kind of War US Faces New Kind of War- The US military is gearing up for retaliation but soldiers are facing a war in which there is no clear enemy and no territory to conquer. UN Seeks Anti-Terror Role UN Seeks Anti-Terror Role- Kofi Annan says only the United Nations can give a response to the attacks on America crucial legitimacy. US Special Forces: 'Unique Solutions' US Special Forces: 'Unique Solutions'- Special operations forces such as Army Rangers and Navy Seals could be the first to enter Afghanistan, reports the BBC. Why We Need Conspiracy Theories Why We Need Conspiracy Theories- Conspiracy theories are flourishing in the wake of the US terror attacks, and experts say this is only natural. Bush Calls Halt to Terror Funding Bush Calls Halt to Terror Funding- Washington moves to cut off the flow of money to Osama Bin Laden, chief suspect in the US attacks, his al-Qaeda network and other groups. Pakistan Shuts Kabul Embassy Pakistan Shuts Kabul Embassy- Pakistan withdrew its entire diplomatic staff from the Afghan capital as US preparations for possible military strikes continued. Analysis: Role of the Elite Troops Analysis: Role of the Elite Troops- Defence correspondent Jonathan Marcus explains why special forces are likely to play a key role in any ground offensive in Afghanistan. US Fears Grow of Biological Attack US Fears Grow of Biological Attack- Crop-sprayers are grounded amid concerns terrorists might be planning to launch an attack using chemical or biological weapons. A Life Less Extraordinary A Life Less Extraordinary- New Yorkers are trying to re-establish their old routines after the terror attacks on their city, writes BBC News Online's Jonathan Duffy. New York Honours the Dead New York Honours the Dead- Thousands attended a prayer service at the New York Yankees baseball stadium to remember the victims of the US terror attacks. US Loses Spy Plane Over Afghanistan US Loses Spy Plane Over Afghanistan- The Americans say their forces will not get trapped in Afghanistan but admit that they have already lost a spy plane there. US Offers Prayers for the Dead US Offers Prayers for the Dead- Tens of thousands gathered for a prayer service for victims of the US terror attacks at the New York Yankees baseball stadium. Clinton Ordered Bin Laden Killing Clinton Ordered Bin Laden Killing- Former US President Bill Clinton admits his administration tried and failed to assassinate Osama Bin Laden in 1998. Flight Passengers Hailed as Heroes Flight Passengers Hailed as Heroes- The FBI praises passengers believed to have fought with the hijackers on Flight 93 before it crashed in Pennsylvania. World Trade Center Looters Arrested World Trade Center Looters Arrested- Two people, who had been working as volunteers, were arrested for looting a jewellery shop in the arcade under the World Trade Center. Surfers Choose Bin Laden Over Sex Surfers Choose Bin Laden Over Sex- Osama Bin Laden and the World Trade Center replaced sex and Britney Spears as the most popular internet searches. Bush Holds Council of War Bush Holds Council of War- President Bush discusses war options with top aides as the US masses military forces around Afghanistan. Baseball Honours the Dead Baseball Honours the Dead- An electric atmosphere at New York's Shea Stadium greets the city's first sporting event since the atrocities as the Mets play the Braves. Will American Resolve Last a War? Will American Resolve Last a War?- Do the Americans really have the stomach for war? The BBC's William Horsley examines the mood of the nation as it gears up for battle. Guide to Military Strength Guide to Military Strength- A guide to the forces that might be used against Osama Bin Laden's forces in Afghanistan. US Resolute on Bin Laden Hunt US Resolute on Bin Laden Hunt- Washington says it has enough evidence against Osama Bin Laden, as it prepares for possible military action against Afghanistan. New Chief to Battle US Terror New Chief to Battle US Terror- Pennsylvania's Governor is appointed director of the new Office of Homeland Security, to co-ordinate domestic security in the US. Should the Towers be Rebuilt? Should the Towers be Rebuilt?- New Yorkers are already debating whether to redevelop the devastated World Trade Center site, or create a memorial to the thousands who died. The Last Moments of Flight 11 The Last Moments of Flight 11- A harrowing telephone call from a flight attendant aboard one of the planes that hit the World Trade Center comes to light. Tourism Shocked to the Core Tourism Shocked to the Core- It has long been the number one destination for overseas visitors to the US. But since the attacks, the Big Apple's tourism industry has gone rotten, … Analysis: Bush Rises to the Occasion Analysis: Bush Rises to the Occasion- President Bush silences critics by delivering a forceful speech to Congress, setting out his plans for tackling terrorism, reports the BBC. Fighting a 'Dirty War' Fighting a 'Dirty War'- As America prepares to retaliate for last week's terror attacks, changes in the law might be needed to help it fight an unsavoury war, reports the BBC. Text: Bush Address to Congress Text: Bush Address to Congress- Extracts of US President George W Bush's rallying cry against international terrorism in a speech to both houses of the US congress. A Warm New York Welcome A Warm New York Welcome- BBC News Online's Ryan Dilley talks to New Yorkers welcoming UK Prime Minister Tony Blair to a city devastated by terrorist attacks. Civil Liberties Fears Over Terrorism Bill Civil Liberties Fears Over Terrorism Bill- Civil liberties groups raised the alarm over a draft bill seeking to introduce broad new powers against suspected terrorists. Bush Tells Nation to 'Be Ready' Bush Tells Nation to 'Be Ready'- US President Bush prepares what is seen as the most crucial speech of his presidency as Americans demand action against terror. We Share Grief, Blair Tells America We Share Grief, Blair Tells America- BBC News Online's Nick Assinder hears the UK prime minister's address at a memorial service in New York. Profile: Donald Rumsfeld Profile: Donald Rumsfeld- US Defence Secretary Donald Rumsfeld is co-ordinating perhaps the most difficult and complicated campaign in history, reports the BBC. What is Terrorism? What is Terrorism?- Who is a "terrorist" and who is a "freedom-fighter"? Barnaby Mason re-opens the debate. New York Takes Steps Towards Normality New York Takes Steps Towards Normality- Children return to school and part of the Brooklyn bridge reopens as the city continues its convalescence. Blair Joins Tribute to British Victims Blair Joins Tribute to British Victims- Tony Blair joins the families of the British victims of the terror attacks at a memorial service in New York. US Security Hits Mexican Economy US Security Hits Mexican Economy- Business leaders in Mexico warn that heightened security on the border with the US threatens vital border industries. The Trail to Bin Laden The Trail to Bin Laden- US and UK leaders are convinced that Osama Bin Laden was involved in the attacks on New York and Washington, but hard evidence may be elusive. US Plans Wide-Ranging Response US Plans Wide-Ranging Response- The military build-up is part of a package of measures the US will use to fight international terrorism, says BBC defence correspondent Jonathan Ma… At a Veterinary M*A*S*H At a Veterinary M*A*S*H- As cranes, bulldozers and human muscle excavate the rubble of the World Trade Center, it is the scores of rescue dogs some are banking on to direct them t… Cheney: Power Behind the Throne Cheney: Power Behind the Throne- Although not a captivating political personality, Dick Cheney's assured response to the US crisis has demonstrated why George W Bush picked him as… Manhattan's New Homeless Manhattan's New Homeless- Affluent New Yorkers have found themselves homeless following the attacks on the World Trade Center, writes BBC News Online's Jonathan Duffy. Victim of 'Hate Crime' Buried Victim of 'Hate Crime' Buried- Relatives gather in Los Angeles for the funeral of an Egyptian born US citizen, thought to be a victim of the hate crimes that have spread since the… FBI Probes Hijackers' Identities FBI Probes Hijackers' Identities- The FBI is examining the possibility that some of last week's hijackers used fake identities, as police arrest another man for questioning. Chirac: Fighting Terror a Priority Chirac: Fighting Terror a Priority- President Chirac says France will not stand aside in an international campaign against terrorism, but has yet to determine its contribution.