Hi °C | Lo °C Figures show US economy is out of recession
The US economy has come out of recession, according to GDP estimates published in the country today.
US drone attacks 'may breach international law'
A UN human rights investigator has warned the United States that its use of unmanned aerial drones to kill suspected Taliban militants may be in breach of international law.
US requests Polanski extradition
Swiss authorities say they've received a formal request for Roman Polanski to be extradited to the USA.
Mum of 'balloon boy' allegedly admits hoax
The mum of a six-year-old American boy once feared missing inside a runaway helium balloon apparently admitted the whole drama was a hoax.
Airport worker denies threat to shoot Obama
An American airport security guard has pleaded not guilty to threatening to shoot US President Barack Obama.
NY Governor vows to approve same-sex marriage
The Governor of New York state has said he expects to sign a bill legalising gay marriage in the coming weeks.
US to demand bonus cuts at bailed out firms
The US Government has reportedly told companies that benefited from a multi-billion dollar taxpayer bailout to slash bonuses for top executives.
Man arrested for planning terrorist attacks in US
A man has been arrested in America for allegedly planning terrorist attacks on US shopping centres and American soldiers fighting in Iraq.
Fears growing for missing Irishwoman and child in US
Fears are growing for the safety of an Irish mother who has disappeared in the US with her 11-month-old son.
US scientist charged in Israeli spy plot
A US scientist has been arrested on charges of attempting to pass classified information to an FBI agent posing as an Israeli intelligence officer.
US awaiting resolution of Afghan election crisis
US officials have indicated that the deployment of further troops to Afghanistan is dependent on the resolution of the country's election crisis.
Charges to be brought in 'balloon boy' case
Police in Colorado expect to file charges after a boy's disappearance led to a helium balloon chase.
US hurricane strengthens on coastal approach
The latest freak weather to threaten the USA, Hurricane Rick, has become a severely damaging category five storm.
Google profits up 27% to $1.64bn in third quarter
The Internet search-engine giant Google has announced record profits for the three-month period between July and September.
Obama still undecided on Afghan troop surge
The White House has denied reports that President Barack Obama is set to approve a substantial US troop surge in Afghanistan.
One billion people living without enough food
The United Nations says a record one billion people across the world have to live without enough food.
Obama healthcare plan passes key milestone
US President Barack Obama's healthcare reform plan has passed a critical milestone after being passed by a Senate panel.
Campaigners in US say legalising cannabis would be worth billions to govt
The world's first cannabis college has opened in the US.
Obama pledges support to military gay rights
The US President Barack Obama has come out in support of military gay rights.
NASA to crash rocket into Moon's surface
NASA is due to deliberately crash a rocket into the Moon today as part of an experiment that it hopes will reveal signs of water.
In Pictures: The G8 summit
Gerry forces Sammy into Mexican wave
Voice of Pomeroy pops home
Rapturous reception for Andrea
One Summer's Day 2013
We want you to get snapping!
Obama death bid fears - aircraft carriers on standby
In Pictures: Ulster Nightlife
Pubs, clubs and parties
In Pictures: The 'Big IF' concert in Botanic Gardens
Thousands turn out in the rain
Latest News
Lesbian couple's relationship plans put on hold by Northern Ireland's gay adoption ban, court hears new
A lesbian woman seeking to raise a child with her partner has had their relationship plans put on hold by the ban on gay and unmarried couples adopting in Northern Ireland, the Court of Appeal heard today.
Probe after find at mobster's home new
The FBI has found possible human remains in a dig at the New York City house once occupied by a famous gangster.
Caviar for Derry's Leah Totton after another Apprentice win new
Leah Totton enjoyed caviar in Mayfair after another winning week on The Apprentice.
Latest Sport
Australia name team to face the British and Irish Lions in first test new
Australia have picked James O'Connor at fly-half for Saturday's opening Test against the British and Irish Lions at Suncorp Stadium with Kurtley Beale included on the bench.
Howley: Best to come from North new
Rob Howley has declared that the British and Irish Lions have yet to see the best of George North after the Wales wing was passed fit for Saturday's first Test against Australia.
O'Connor to start for Australia new
Australia have picked James O'Connor at fly-half for Saturday's opening Test against the British and Irish Lions at Suncorp Stadium with Kurtley Beale included on the bench.
Latest Showbiz
Premiere kicks off film festival new
A European premiere attended by actors Brian Cox and Ewen Bremner has kicked off the 67th Edinburgh International Film Festival (EIFF).
Gabz rushes out Talent single new
Britain's Got Talent finalist Gabz Gardiner is to rush release the song she performed on the talent show after dazzling programme boss Simon Cowell.
Stars join 'inspirational' children
Former Pussycat Doll Kimberley Wyatt, Strictly Come Dancing's Robin Windsor and soul singer Beverley Knight have met a group of 20 inspirational children diagnosed with cancer.
