President Barack Obama

The US government was due to run out of cash on 15 January.

The memorial service saw Prime ministers and Presidents pay tribute to the global icon.

World leaders gather in Soweto, Johannesburg, to pay tribute to anti-apartheid hero.

We will never see the likes of Nelson Mandela again, US president tells Johannesburg crowd.

Historic moment of rapprochment between two erstwhile enemies at memorial to celebrate life of Mandela.

FireEye monitors hackers' spear fishing attack on employees at foreign ministries.

World says goodbye to former South African president Nelson Mandela

Nearly 100 heads of state and royals from all corners of world to attend Nelson Mandela's memorial at FNB football stadium.

Eight internet giants launch Reform Government Surveillance group to demand changes to NSA spying practices.

Israeli prime minister not to attend Mandela memorial due to expenses involved.

Prince Charles, President Obama and Oprah Winfrey among guests to attend state funeral.

Prince Charles to represent UK monarchy at largest gathering of heads of state in decades.

US President lights national Christmas tree at White House ceremony attended by thousands.

Syrian president Bashar al-Assad, embroiled in a prolonged civil war, calls Mandela an 'inspiration in values of love and human brotherhood',

The organisers of the industrial actions want a minimum wage increase.

A look through some of the best quotes from South Africa's 'greatest son'

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge were attending the Royal Premiere of Mandela: The Long Walk To Freedom.

Barack Obama spoke about Mandela's legacy and influence on the course of history.

David Cameron and Barack Obama join thousands around the world in an outpouring of grief at the passing of Nelson Mandela

Single Ladies hitmaker beat her reality star rival to be named the highest ranking star on the internet.

Kardashian has her own special way of showing support.

Singer-songwriter faces suit for comments made about Croatians in Rolling Stone interview.

China could become first country to achieve soft landing on the moon since 1976.

Star following strict fitness routine for Wolverine in X-Men: Days of Future Past.

West has been sharply reprimanded by Mr Tha God, radio show host.

US-led covert operation coordinated with Canada's CSEC spy agency.

Sheryl Crow, Anna Kendrick, Janelle Monae and Backstreet Boys will be performing at the concert this year.

Controversial US broadcaster compares Senate vote change on filibusters to group deciding whether women can be raped or not

European Commission outlines six areas which need to be addressed to protection personal data.

GQ Magazine lists the 25 Least Influential People of 2013