7 August 2008: Morning By The Morning News — 07 Aug 2008 Sergeant Blaskowski's parents...have watched their 27-year-old son die over and over. In the forgotten war in Afghanistan, U.S. troop deaths grow. This year, even in Southern Republican strongholds, Democrats look poised to win. Obama strikes back at McCain ads, though some Democratic strategists worry the hit wasn't hard enough. "I wish I could control the thoughts in my mind." Anthrax scientist's emails reveal a troubled mind. "She indicated to me that the totality of the evidence that was presented appeared to be fairly persuasive." Anthrax victims relieved, skeptical. Though Beijing's air quality is far below W.H.O. standards, Olympic Committee insists there's no danger to athletes. Darfur refugee to carry U.S. flag in Olympic ceremony. Beijing taxi drivers find additional work as intelligence agents in bugged taxis. With 90 percent of Beijing's security equipment supplied by foreigners, there are worries regarding its continued use, exporters' responsibilities. Guide: Where you can watch the Olympics online. Thankfully in cyberspace, no one can hear you laugh. On a new platform for literature in Second Life. Photos: Well-to-do New York rooftops.