Editor's note: Steven James is the author of more than 30 books, including "Flirting with the Forbidden," which explores forgiveness. By Steven James, Special to CNN (CNN) – The Bible is a gritty book. Very raw. Very real. It deals with people ju… more »

President Obama on Monday night urged a "balanced approach" in crafting a deal to raise the debt ceiling, saying a Republican proposal to temporarily extend the debt limit would hurt students, seniors and the middle class by forcing Draconian cuts on gov… more »

Associated Press Chinese President Hu Jintao delivers a speech at a plenary session of the Communist Party of China Central Commission for Discipline Inspection in Beijing on Jan. 10. Mr. Hu's state visit to Washington begins Wednesday. Wall Street Jou… more »

CR Editor's Note: At This point, it would seem that the White House needs to just shut-up and stay out of all things "economy"...they don't exactly have a sterling record in this regard--to put it mildly. By ALAN FRAM (AP) WASHINGTON — A top White Hou… more »

President Barack Obama and his daughter Sasha swim at Alligator Point in Panama City Beach, Florida Photo: REUTERS The Obamas visit Bruster's Real Ice Cream in Florida Photo: GETTY Obamas holiday in Marbella, Spain UK Times By Toby Harnden,… more »