Rodriguez’s Hip Health Impresses His Doctor
Dr. Marc Philippon, an orthopedist who operated on Alex Rodriguez in March, said he no longer thought that more surgery would be needed.
Big Performances Give Internationals a Boost
A determined group of players kept their Presidents Cup hopes alive with a 3-3 split.
Op-Ed Columnist: The Eye of the Beholder
In New Jersey’s gubernatorial race, a candidate’s weight is now an issue. As Americans get fatter, who will be qualified to run for office?
Bits: An E-Reader From Barnes & Noble
An invitation to a New York event suggests Barnes & Noble may introduce its e-reading device on Oct. 20 with a feature other devices don’t have.
World Briefing | Asia: Afghanistan: Taliban Claim Village
After American forces abandoned a mountain redoubt that was attacked by the Taliban last weekend, Taliban fighters said Friday that they had victoriously raised their flag over the village.
Mercury 94, Fever 86: Mercury Triumphs in Frenetic W.N.B.A. Finals
Cappie Pondexter and the finals M.V.P. Diana Taurasi combined for 50 points in Game 5 as Phoenix won its second W.N.B.A. title in three years.
Fresh Season, but Eye on Expiration Dates
Preparing for the 2010 free-agent class, the Knicks offered their players short-term contracts; good for bookkeeping but perhaps not for morale.
Abortion Foes Tell of Their Journey to the Streets
An assertive minority of the anti-abortion movement, street activists use provocative tactics that tend to attract conflict.
Brazen Attack on Pakistan Army Base
ISLAMABAD (AP) -- A team of gunmen brandishing assault rifles and grenades tried to break into Pakistan's army headquarters on Saturday, sparking a raging gunbattle with troops outside the capital of Islamabad, police said.
In the Region | Long Island: Staying Put and Fixing Up
A growing number of families on Long Island that are pressed for space, but boxed in by the slow-moving real estate market, are choosing to remodel.
Sports Briefing | Hockey: Fleury Talks About Abuse
The former N.H.L. star Theo Fleury said he was sexually abused by a junior hockey coach.
Sports of The Times: Florida’s Decision on Tebow Should Be Obvious
Quarterback Tim Tebow sustained a concussion on Sept. 26, and Florida Coach Urban Meyer has not ruled out Tebow’s return Saturday against L.S.U.
Key Player for U.S. Is a Spectator in England
Jozy Altidore remains an important player for the U.S. national team, but his sporadic appearances for his English club, Hull City, could affect his preparations for next year’s World Cup.
New Coach at Auburn Wins Over His Critics
The Tigers are ranked No. 17 heading into Saturday’s game at Arkansas (2-2).
Conspicuous Lack of Power for a Dangerous Hitter
The Cardinals’ Albert Pujols, who led the majors in home runs this year, has not had a homer in 85 at-bats, the longest homerless streak in his career.
Analysis: Angels’ Running Game Goes Beyond Stolen Bases
The Angels demonstrate how quickness can kill in ways the box score will never show.
Another Blow for Binghamton
Binghamton’s interim athletic director released a statement saying that the basketball coach, Kevin Broadus, admitted to illegally contacting recruits at a prep school.
Fair Ball Is Ruled Foul, Helping Yankees Escape
If Joe Mauer’s ball had been called fair, he may have had a double and would have scored the go-ahead run for the Minnesota Twins because they followed his hit with back-to-back singles.
Debate Over Gay March Exposes Split in Approach
Gay rights advocates are divided over whether a march in Washington will come at the expense of ballot fights.
Business Briefing | Regulatory News: U.S. to Look Into AT&T Complaint Against Google
Federal regulators will look into complaints by AT&T that the Google free messaging and calling service, Google Voice, blocks calls to rural communities where local phone companies charge high connection fees.