Tensions rise in Pakistan

KARACHI – The ruling party in Pakistan's largest city accused its main political rival of supporting Islamist militants suspected of assassinating a party leader, further stoking tensions after 45 people died in a night of revenge attacks and arson. – Page 11

Wildfires raging out of control

KADANOK, Russia – Some of the devastating wildfires sweeping western Russia are out of control, Russia's emergency chief said yesterday, as fears grew there were not enough firefighters to battle them. – Page 12

Mosque wins approval

NEW YORK – A New York city agency yesterday cleared the way for construction of a Muslim cultural centre near the site of the September 11 attacks. – Page 43