...hostages today from an Afghan passenger airliner that was forced across Central Asia and Europe before landing in Stansted Airport outside London. The hostages were released in two groups, several hours apart. The eight released were three men...

...was unwell, while British authorities warned the standoff could last ''for days.'' Since landing Sunday at Stansted airport, 25 miles north of London, the hijackers have requested only food, water, unspecified medical supplies and that...