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Justice Dept. Criticizes Latest Google Book Deal

While the Justice Department did not explicitly urge a rejection of the deal, its opposition on copyright, class action and antitrust grounds is a setback for Google.

Inquiry Into F.B.I. Raid That Killed Cleric

The Justice Department will look into the death of a Muslim cleric described by the authorities as a radical who was shot 21 times.

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How to Schedule an Appointment for an Orphan Screening at the U.S. Embassy in Port au Prince

Why Does DOJ Say 300+ Terrorists Convicted? - FOXNews (blog)

FOXNews (blog)Why Does DOJ Say 300+ Terrorists Convicted?FOXNews (blog)... convicted in the United States of terrorism-related crimes." As for who comprises the Justice Department's list of "convicted international and domestic ...'Snowpocalypse' Closes DOJ; Holder Kept From Accepting (Another) AwardMain Justiceall 7 news articles »

Justice Department Pays Legal Fees To American Small Business League - Huffington Post (blog)

Justice Department Pays Legal Fees To American Small Business LeagueHuffington Post (blog)In the court's ruling, United States District Judge Marilyn H. Patel ruled in favor of the ASBL and stated, "The court finds it curious the SBA's argument ...

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In its statement of interest filed with the court today, the department stated, "Although the United States believes the parties have approached this effort in good faith and the amended settlement agreement is more circumscribed in its ...

LOATAY.COM - US Department of Justice: Resident of India Pleads ...

WASHINGTON, Feb 08, 2010 — A resident of India pleaded guilty today to conspiracy and aggravated identity theft charges arising from an international fraud scheme to “hack” into online brokerage accounts in the United States and use ...

Lloyd Chapman: Justice Department Pays Legal Fees To American Small Business League (The Huffington Post)

The U.S. Department of Justice has been forced to pay the legal fees incurred by the American Small Business League (ASBL), after the ASBL substantially...

United States v. Comstock: Will the Supreme Court Uphold the Federal Government's Power to Commit Sex Offenders, or ... (FindLaw)

Currently pending before the Supreme Court is an important case, United States of America v. Comstock , that will test whether Chief Justice Roberts and the Court's conservative majority are willing to extend the protections of federalism even to sex offenders.

Michael Jackson’s doctor freed on bail

Prosecutors announced the charge Monday against Dr. Conrad Murray, a Houston cardiologist who was with Jackson when he died June 25.

Prosecutors file charges against Charlie Sheen

Prosecutors filed charges of felony menacing, third-degree assault and criminal mischief against Sheen stemming from his arrest Dec. 25 at his Aspen home.

Dow industrials close below 10,000

Concern about mounting debt in Europe has pushed the Dow Jones industrials below 10,000.  The Dow closed below the psychological barrier for the first time in three months.

Early Priuses may have braking issues

How far back do potential braking problems with the Toyota Prius go? The answer may be much further than believed, and could involve vehicles dating back to the 2005 model-year.

Slide show: Earth as seen from the International Space Station

These amazing images – ranging from volcanic eruptions to city lights to coral atolls – are just some of the more 450,000 photographs taken by astronauts with hand-held cameras.

Cosmic Log: Tour space, inside and out

Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: The night launch of a space shuttle is a wonderful sight, and one we may never see again. But the view gets even better when you get to space ... virtually.

Newborn blood used in research angers parents

A critical safety net for babies — that heelprick of blood taken from every newborn in the U.S. — is facing an ethics attack.

Beer may be good for your bones

If you downed one too many while watching the Super Bowl, here's at least one reason to hold your head high: Drinking beer can be good for your health.

Chinese-born spy gets 15 years in prison

A Chinese-born engineer convicted of espionage and other federal charges in California is sentenced to more than 15 years in prison. Prison - California - Espionage - United States - Crime and Justice

Wounded, ‘unwavering’ al-Qaida shifts tactics

Al-Qaida's ability to wage mass-casualty terrorism has been undercut, but it has shifted tactics. Terrorism - Al-Qaeda - United States - Al-Qaida - Warfare and Conflict

Source: Murtha's intestines nicked in gallbladder surgery

Rep. John Murtha died as a result of recent gallbladder surgery complications that arose from doctors accidentally nicking Murtha's intestines, a source told CNN.

Experts: Recall may not fix pedal issue

In his hectic, noisy laboratory at the University of Maryland, Michael Pecht is wary when it comes to assessing whether Toyota's suggested repair of sticky gas pedals will have any real impact.

Mediterranean diet may help prevent dementia, study says

Eating a diet rich in healthy fats and limiting dairy and meat could do more than keep your heart healthier. It could also help keep you thinking clearly.

How to fight childhood obesity in 3 steps

Worried about your child's weight? You can do more than just nag him or her about eating too much junk food. Implementing three healthy family habits--eating dinner together, making sure they get enough sleep, and limiting TV--may help.

Rep. John Murtha dies after surgery complications

Rep. John Murtha of Pennsylvania, a longtime fixture on the House subcommittee that oversees Pentagon spending, died after complications from gallbladder surgery, according to his office. He was 77.

Ripples of Dubai killing spread across region

A shadowy figure murdered in his Dubai hotel room by a hit squad that the police say operated with European passports. It sounds like the plot of a John Le Carré spy novel, but this is reality and the hunt is on for the killers of top Hamas official Mahmoud al-Mabhouh.

The 401(k) match is back!

Employees who took a hit on their savings last year might finally be in for some welcome news: Companies are stepping up efforts to help them save more for retirement.

Toyota to announce Prius recall

Toyota will announce a global recall of its 2010 Prius hybrid vehicles, a source with knowledge of the plans told CNN.

Why I'm back in Haiti

Anderson Cooper | BIO AC360° Anchor I was asked to write a blog about why I wanted to come back to Haiti. I'm not really sure how to answer that question. No one I've seen today in Port-au-Prince has asked me that. If anything, people here ask why I left, and why so many other reporters have left as well. I don't really know what to tell them.

Video: Palin’s cheat-sheet?

Don Lemon | BIO CNN Anchor Did Sarah Palin have notes written on her hand during a talk at the Tea Party convention? CNN's Don Lemon takes a look.