Intercepted communications from mid-2000 through last summer show that Iraq front companies sought to buy machines that can be used to balance gas centrifuge rotors.

CNN: Transcript of Powell's U.N. presentation

In his most consistent display since returning from ankle and side strain injuries mid-way through the summer, Flintoff scored his first half-century since scoring an unbeaten 72 against New Zealand in Hobart more than a year ago.

BBC: Pietersen hails Flintoff's return

The Dow lost more than 2, 000 points from late July through mid-August and by the end of the summer 15 companies had postponed their planned IPOs.

FORBES: Paying Top Talent after the IPO