US election 2016: Hillary Clinton announces first major rally in June, wraps up rapper community
The Democratic candidate has mainly focused on small scale events until now.
South Sudan: Aid organisations say rape and violence by government troops forcing exodus
Amnesty International said government troops are setting villages on fire, killing and raping civilians.
Baltimore riots: Grand jury indicts 6 police officers in Freddie Gray's murder
The indictment charges were announced by Baltimore State's Attorney Marilyn J Mosby.
US election 2016: Mike Huckabee becomes the latest Republican to drop out of the Iowa Straw Poll
The former Arkansas governor said he wants to instead focus on winning the Iowa caucuses.
US Senate passes 'fast-track' landmark Pacific trade bill in key White House victory
President Obama given negotiation power in trade deals.
Colombia landslide: Nation rejoices at baby's 'miracle' survival during mudslide
The 11-month baby survived devastating landslide that has claimed the lives of 78 people.
Georgia teacher arrested for allowing students to have sex in classroom
The 25-year-old maths teacher allegedly provided students condoms.
US election 2016: Facebook, Fox News to partner for first Republican primary debate
Debate will be moderated by Bret Baier, Megyn Kelly and Chris Wallace.
Macedonia leaders meet in Strasbourg to discuss continued unrest
Talks to solve the nation's biggest political crisis since 1991 independence.
Former New England Patriots NFL player Aaron Hernandez involved in prison fight
The convicted murderer was allegedly the lookout for the prison fight.
Louisiana Governor Bobby Jindal signs 'religious freedom' act through executive order
Bill was originally rejected by the Louisiana state legislature.
Baltimore riots: New video sheds light on Freddie Gray's shackling and arrest
Video shot by a neighbour of victim's friend show him immobile.
North Korea revokes invite for UN secretary-general Ban Ki-moon
The communist nation suddenly cancelled the trip a day before Ban Ki-moon was set to arrive.
Cuba establishes bank access in the US ahead of diplomatic talks on 21 May
The US and Cuba are expected to announce the opening dates of embassies.
US judge orders State Department to release Hillary Clinton emails before January 2016
Emails relate to the 2012 attack on the US embassy in Benghazi, Libya.
Breaking: Norwegian cruise liner from Boston runs aground in Bermuda
No injuries have been reported.
Nearly 34m vehicles recalled in US over defective deadly Takata airbags
Biggest vehicle recall ever after faulty airbags caused 5 deaths and more than 100 injuries.
Six Chinese nationals charged with economic espionage by US authorities
The six are accused of stealing technology for mobile phones often used in military systems.
Macedonia PM Nikola Gruevski rallies thousands in Skopje for massive protest
The embattled prime minister urged tens of thousands to take to the streets of Skopje.
Former Cuban castaway Elian Gonzalez says he would like to visit US one day
The 21-year-old was dramatically taken from his family's Florida home in 1999.
Washington, DC couple allegedly told housekeeper not to come before they were killed at home
Amy and Savvas Savopoulos found along with their young son and another housekeeper.
US election 2016: Lindsey Graham to join overcrowded Republican Party field?
The South Carolina senator told reporters that he will announce decision on 1 June.
Who murdered rapper Chinx Drugz? Police stumped by mysterious shooting
The 31-year-old was part of French Montana's Coke Boys group.
Waco biker shooting: Twin Peaks restaurant under fire for failing to prevent gang violence
Restaurant chain has a strict dress code of scantily clad waitresses.
American Latino issues highlighted at Aspen Institute's inaugural summit
Executive director Abigail Golden-Vazquez spoke to IBTimes UK about this week's summit.
US, Cuba to hold new round of diplomatic talks next week, may announce embassy openings
The two countries have made significant progress in their relationship over the past few months.
Amtrak crash: Train sped up minutes before derailing, may have been hit by projectile
Investigators unsure why train accelerated from 70mph to over 100mph.
Boston Marathon bombing: Appeals against Dzhokhar Tsarnaev death sentence could take years
Survivors' mother: 'There is no winner today, but I feel justice for my family'.
US elections 2016: Republican Rick Perry to announce presidential decision on 4 June
The former Texas governor previously ran as a candidate in the 2012 presidential election.
Boston Bomber Dzhokhar Tsarnaev sentenced to death
The 21-year old was sentenced to death for his participation in the 2013 Boston Marathon bombing.
