University of Pittsburgh researcher diagnosed with Zika after accidentally injecting herself with virus
Scientist is first reported case of someone contracting the virus through a needle stick.
Firestorm erupts as Texas high school valedictorian Mayte Lara Ibarra tweets that she's 'undocumented'
Some call her a criminal, while some hailed Ibarra an 'inspiration.'
Donald Trump is so rich 'because he does not pay his bills' claim workers and subcontractors
Trump has been the target of 3,500 lawsuits, many of them filed by small businessmen for non-payment of bills.
Thieves dressed as Apple Store workers steal $55,000 in iPhones in New York
Blue-shirted crooks slip among legitimate workers to grab the goods.
Bangladesh arrests shed new light on serial killings of liberal bloggers by militant Islamists
Two militant groups organise recruits in murder cell suspects tell police, who prepare to round up leaders.
Pilots miraculously survive crash following US fighter jet collision over Georgia
"We were blessed with well experienced flyers" says South Carolina major.
Bubonic plague detected on chipmunk at Lake Tahoe campsite
The area is covered with warning signs telling humans to to avoid feeding or touching animals.
Siri helps to save baby's life as Australian mother performs CPR
Siri called an ambulance and kept emergency dispatcher on the line with mum.
Twin tragedy: Car plunge off Hawaii cliff kills one sister, survivor charged with murder
Alexandria Duval charged with "intentionally or knowingly" causing the death of her sister, Anastasia Duval.
Donald Trump cleans up again in primary races with no rivals
After harsh criticism for recent blasts at 'Mexican' judge, a more measured Trump uses teleprompter to stick to script.
Rock band booted from New York music festival after drummer defends rapist Brock Turner
The debate continues over the rape at Stanford University campus.
Donald Trump says his digs against 'Mexican' judge were 'misconstrued'
Discussion is over, says Trump, after speaker Paul Ryan calls comments "textbook' racism.
Giant alligator with man's body in its jaws releases victim but escapes back into wild
For the second time in just over a week, Florida alligators have been found eating humans.
7 June primaries as it happened: Trump sweeps, Clinton nabs early lead in California & Sanders stays in
Voters voted in six states: California, Montana, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Dakota and South Dakota.
Hillary Clinton breezes to Puerto Rico primary win
She's within 30 votes of clinching Democratic nomination.
Firefighters gain control of Calabasas blaze as residents return to Kardashian country
Evacuation orders lifted as 5,000 residents return to mansions.
Murders, rapes, armed robberies spike inexplicably in several American cities
'Holy cow, do we have a problem,' says FBI director James Comey.
Polly wanna testify? Family says talking parrot Bud was witness to Martin Duram's murder
Murder victim's parents say Bud's plea 'Don't f---king shoot' is a quote from his master.
US sailor charged with drunk driving after 2 Japanese hurt in latest clash with American military
Sources say Aimee Mejia admits drinking at friend's house in Okinawa despite US alcohol crackdown.
Donald Trump fraud lawsuits detailed as damning documents on Trump University roil campaign
'University' taught high-pressure tactics to sales force to convince clients to max out credit cards.
Out of this world: King Tutankhamun's dagger made of meteorite iron claim scientists
Ancient Egyptians may have used treasured meteor metal in ceremonial objects.
New Yorker Mamadou Diallo beats wife's would-be rapist to death say police
"If anybody touches my family I fight for my family," says Bronx cab driver.
Terminator Arnold Schwarzenegger chased by angry elephant
"I couldn't have written this safari encounter better if it was a movie", said former California governor.
Rocco Ritchie back in NY with Madonna following fraught custody battle
Son who walked off Rebel Heart Tour seen smiling, laughing and in a mask with mum.
Murderous model Maria Kukucova awaits sentencing
We got justice for you, Andrew Bush's embittered daughter says at his grave.
Chicago Memorial Day shootings: 5 dead as over 60 injured in weekend of violence
Murder count for May hits 60, the highest monthly count in the US city in three years.
'Stoner' social network MassRoots denied a listing on Nasdaq US stock exchange
Nasqad deemed community hub could be considered to be 'aiding and abetting' the distribution of illegal substances.
Edward Snowden 'performed a public service' says former US attorney general Eric Holder
But Snowden should still suffer consequences of leaking NSA, said Holder.
Stephen Hawking slams 'demagogue' Donald Trump
Astrophysicist is completely stumped by Trump's popularity in America.
California beach shut down after suspected shark attack
Female swimmer in wetsuit pulled from water bleeding heavily.