The conservative group behind a controversial ad attacking U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder is refuting criticism from within its own party and across the aisle that that its message is unfair.The ad, launched by Keep America Safe, an advocacy group led by Liz Cheney, criticizes Holder for not disclosing details about Justice Department lawyers who have previously defended alleged terrorists.

Carlos Slim is the world's richest man -- but who is he?

Vice President Joe Biden urged Israelis and Palestinians to take historic steps toward peace during his keynote address at Tel Aviv University today. "Ladies and gentlemen, the status quo is not sustainable," he warned in his most passionate comment.

Al-Qaida eyeing less-complex US attacks after impact of Fort Hood, Dec. 25.

NJ father accused of impregnating daughters to create 'pure' family during years of abuse

A number of towns frustrated by the loss of library materials have resorted to arresting patrons who fail to return their books and DVDs.

Middle school teacher Amy Beck surprised police and school officials when she turned herself in for having sex with one of her students.

2 teenagers wanted in 2009 killing of Hemet teen returned to SoCal from Mexico.

A bailout watchdog warned today that troubled lender GMAC, the recipient of three infusions of federal aid, could end up costing taxpayers billions of dollars.

Many people don't like to discuss their salaries, but there are many advantages to opening up about how much you earn at work.

Kansas City, Mo., closing almost half district's schools to avoid going broke.

Oprah Winfrey says "Precious" star Gabourey Sidibe, who was nominated for an Oscar for best actress, has a bright career ahead, but Howard Stern called Winfrey a liar for telling "an enormous black chick" that she has a place in Hollywood.

The NYC Health Department nixes chef Daniel Angerer's breast-milk cheese from his menu.

Columbus Short takes a tumble of a stage while hosting a college step show.

A San Francisco artist turns urinals into something beautiful.

Case of Jordan Brown, a Pennsylvania boy charged with committing murder at age 11 fuels debate on juvenile justice.

A northern Mississippi school district decided Wednesday not to host a high school prom after a lesbian student demanded she be able to attend with her girlfriend and wear a tuxedo.