Key powers agree on Mideast deal

UNITED NATIONS (Reuters) - Key U.N. Security Council members agreed on a resolution to end Israel's month-old war with Hizbollah and a vote was expected later on Friday.

Was it al Qaeda? Analysts cite diffuse groups

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - An al Qaeda link to a foiled plot to bomb transatlantic flights could signal that the core militant Islamic group or local spin-offs are stronger than some officials and experts believed, analysts say.

Court rules NY police can search bags at subways

NEW YORK (Reuters) - Random bag searches by New York police at subway stations are constitutional and an effective means of combating terrorism, a federal appeals court ruled on Friday.

Jamie Gold wins World Series of Poker (AP)

AP - Former Hollywood talent agent Jamie Gold pulled off his best acting job ever early Friday, bluffing his way to victory at the World Series of Poker and taking home the grand prize of $12 million.

Judge orders Clarett mental evaluation (AP)

AP - Maurice Clarett was ordered to have a mental health evaluation following a bizarre and violent encounter with police in which the former Ohio State football star was caught with four guns after a highway chase.

Beckham dropped from England team (AP)

AP - David Beckham was dropped from the England soccer team Friday by coach Steve McClaren.

Statement by the President

President Heralds U.S. Economy, Small Business in Wisconsin

President Bush on Thursday said, "I understand that the small business sector of our economy is vital for economic growth. And that's why we cut taxes on people like -- on businesses like John's business. See, when you reduce the income taxes, you affect many small businesses. And when he's got more money in his treasury to invest, the workers become more productive."

President Bush Discusses Terror Plot Upon Arrival in Wisconsin

President Bush on Thursday said, "This country is safer than it was prior to 9/11. We've taken a lot of measures to protect the American people. But obviously, we're still not completely safe, because there are people that still plot and people who want to harm us for what we believe in. It is a mistake to believe there is no threat to the United States of America. And that is why we have given our officials the tools they need to protect our people."