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WASHINGTON, Aug. 28 — The Saudi government has spent millions of dollars on well-connected lobbyists and national television advertisements since Sept. 11 in a drive to improve its image among Americans and is poised to spend more as the anniversary of the events approaches. Saudi officials said the publicity was intended to counter intensified anger or skepticism among Americans toward their country, which was home to 15 of the 19 hijackers and which has clashed publicly with the Bush administration over a possible attack against Iraq. A striking sign of the Saudis' eagerness to reach out to the United States...

The Champion and the Nag By Kerry Fox June 5, 2002 As long as I can remember, I've always loved two sports: Boxing and Horse Racing. I never bet on them. I just enjoy them immensely. When they are done with excellence, they can warm your heart with their memories. This weekend should be a huge day for both of these sports. But, alas, it will only be great for one of them. On Saturday, a wonderful animal named War Emblem will attempt to become only the 12th Triple Crown winner of all-time. Sweeping the Kentucky Derby, the Preakness and...

<p>Prince Ahmed and Espinoza celebrated after the jockey guided War Emblem to victory. Prince Ahmed, who heads the Thoroughbred Corp., is the first Arab to win the Kentucky Derby.</p> <p>For Saudi Arabian Prince Ahmed bin Salman, winning the Kentucky Derby was a longtime dream. It also was a matter of national and Arab pride.</p>