Bomb wrecks Pakistan market

A bomb has ripped through a market in Peshawar, burning stalls, collapsing buildings and killing more than 90 people. The attack in the northwestern city came as U.S. Secretary of State Clinton visited Pakistan's capital Wednesday. (Oct 28)

Rich volleyball tradition at Centennial

The Centennial volleyball program has been a model of excellence and consistency under head coach Larry Schofield, who describes the program as "a constant striving for excellence."

NFL leaders testify about head injuries

The House Judiciary Committee held a hearing Wednesday into the impact of head injuries on football players. NFL commissioner Roger Goodell and NFLPA Executive Director DeMaurice Smith both spoke to the committee.

Ares I-X rocket launches successfully

NASA successfully launched the Ares I-X rocket on Wednesday. The rocket was designed to test systems for Project Constellation, which will eventually replace the Space Shuttle.

Attacks in Afghanistan

The Taliban protests the upcoming election runoff in Afghanistan with more violence, reports Mandy Clark.

FAA revokes licenses of wayward Northwest pilots

The FAA has revoked the licenses of the two Northwest Airlines pilots who flew past their Minneapolis destination by 150 miles. Delta Airlines, the pilots' employer, says it has suspended the two pilots. (Oct. 27)

D.C.-area sniper set to die next month

Convicted sniper John Allen Muhammad will die by lethal injection when he is executed next month. Muhammad is scheduled to be executed November 10.

Bloody attack on U.N. house in Kabul

Afghan police said an attack by suicide gunmen on a U.N. house in Kabul has left 12 dead. The Taliban have claimed responsibility, saying the assault was aimed at the upcoming presidential election runoff.

Drinking and carving at Hotel Helix

Hotel Helix hosts an annual pumpkin-carving competition, that also just happens to be a happy hour. Contestants compete for best overall design and scariest design as they show their artistic flair on pre-scooped pumpkins on Tuesday night.

'This Is It' around the world for Jackson

From the Philippines to South Africa to New York City, fans set out to watch Michael Jackson's "This Is It."

'Thames Town' Brings the UK to China

Towns constructed to resemble European and American communities are designed to lure China's middle class. Video by Ariana Cha/The Washington PostEdited by: Francine Uenuma/washingtonpost.com

Obama Announces Billions for 'Smart' Power Grid

President Barack Obama has announced $3.4 billion in spending for the nation's power transmission system to foster new technologies. He likened the effort to the ambitious development of the national highway system 50 years ago.