Brian Johnston  

On 16 May 1994, more than 2,000 people crammed into Westminster Abbey to give thanks for the life of a cricket commentator. The then Prime Minister John Major gave an address, two Guardsmen played on fife and drum and the Abbey organ ended proceedings with the theme from Neighbours. read more

Hopes raised of Africa debt deal  

LONDON, England -- Hopes of an accord on debt relief for poor African nations were raised Friday with reports of an agreement between the United States and Britain on writing off $16.7 billion owed by 18 countries. read more

Bolivia names new president  

(CNN) -- The head of Bolivia's Supreme Court -- Eduardo Rodriguez -- has been sworn in as interim president to succeed the outgoing Carlos Mesa. read more

Tropical storm watch posted as Arlene moves north  

MIAMI, Florida (AP) -- A tropical storm watch was issued Friday for central Louisiana to the Florida Panhandle, where residents are still recovering from last year's hurricanes read more