Ahead of summit, Obama and Netanyahu press different agendas

When the leaders meet Monday, the US will push for progress toward a Palestinian state, while Israel will ask for a harder line on Iran.

A rifle in one hand, a laptop in the other. Behind the scene with pro-gun bloggers

"Cowboy Blob" and other online commentators fill the press box at the National Rifle Association convention.

Down to the wire on California's budget crisis

As voters face ballot measures, critics say Governor Schwarzenegger is using scare tactics.

Obama reaches across political divide for envoy to China

Governor Jon Huntsman of Utah is a Republican moderate and China expert seen as a possible presidential candidate.

Obama's week in review - the 1980s hit radio version

Catholics astir over Obama's speech at Notre Dame

Opposition to his appearance at Sunday's commencement puts new attention on Catholic sensibilities – and on the president's stance on abortion and stem-cell research.

How military tribunals will change under Obama's decision

His modifications ban evidence obtained through cruel treatment and restrict prosecutors' use of hearsay evidence. Also, detainees will have more flexibility in choosing their lawyers.

Rejected Chrysler dealers look for a Plan B

Chrysler terminated its relationship with 789 dealers Thursday. General Motors could do the same with 1,000 dealers Friday.

Nancy Pelosi goes toe-to-toe with the CIA

The Democratic lawmaker is under fire over her knowledge of harsh interrogation measures. What did she know and when did she know it?

A campus – and a whole town – await the first lady

The recession-hit town of Merced and its University of California campus hope for a big boost from Michelle Obama’s commencement speech Saturday.

Gore doesn't want to talk about Cheney -- then talks about Cheney

ACLU to Obama: You can't put lipstick on a pig!

White House laughs at GOP idea to call Democrats "Socialists"

McCain slams Limbaugh and Olbermann -- not John, but his Mom

Abortion debate: Gallup says more Americans pro-life

New GI Bill too popular for the Pentagon's own good?

Veterans are rushing to take advantage of the comprehensive education benefits, raising the question of whether the bill will hurt retention.

Pill wars: debate heats up over 'brain booster' drugs.

Adults are taking stimulants like Ritalin and Adderall, normally used to treat serious medical conditions, to boost their concentration and job performance. Critics ask: Is it making Americans too dependent on their medicine cabinets?

In tough times, graduates (and parents) assess the worth of a liberal arts education

At one Vermont college, commencement's joys trump worries about debt, job prospects.

Reboot for "virtual" border fence

After years of snags, work on the electronic surveillance system along the US-Mexico border restarted this week.

One small (space) step for Hubble

Astronauts make a giant leap toward repairing the telescope in the first of five spacewalks.