Two hostile families in the Achin district of eastern Nangarhar province have reconciled through the mediation of religious scholars and tribal elders, an official said . . .

PIKHA, Nangarhar Province ... the needs of the thousands of boys and girls in the area. Residents across Achin district say they need everything from building materials to basic school supplies ...

A spokesman for the governor in Nangahar province said an Afghan commando had opened fire on the US troops during a joint operation in Achin ... in volatile Nad Ali district.