Cruz Breaks Out of Slump as Mariners Knock Off Rockies 10-8
Nelson Cruz busted out of a slump with a double and RBI single to help the hot-hitting Seattle Mariners to a 10-8 victory over the Colorado Rockies on Thursday.
Ireland, Accused of Giving Tax Breaks to Multinationals, Plans an Even Lower Rate
The country will cut its 12.5 percent corporate tax rate in half for revenues pegged to patents and other intellectual property.
Afghans Celebrate a National Hero, and Fighting Breaks Out
Once again, Afghanistan honored Ahmed Shah Massoud, who fought the Soviets only to be killed by Al Qaeda. And once again the day turned violent.