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Chicago police hunt man who took photo of toddler holding a gun
It is unknown if it the weapon is an air gun or a real gun.
Trumpcare's tax cuts for the wealthy, decreased care for poorer Americans is 'part of the plan'
Republican leaders defend healthcare bill that takes from the poor and gives to top 1% of Americans.
Democrat Senator Dianne Feinstein says Donald Trump 'will get himself out'
The Californian politician was responding to a protester who asked about removing the president from office.
Trump's senior adviser Kellyanne Conway revisits 'alternative facts' as she attempts to explain them
Conway explained the use of the phrase during an interview with New York magazine.
Nasa responds to Donald Trump's budget - it will use the money to fly as far away from him as it can
Space agency said it would be 'reshaping' its focus based on the resources available.
Trump unveils $1.15tr budget filled with deep cuts for environment, arts and the poor
Of 15 Cabinet agencies, 12 face deep cuts while boosting money for the military, law enforcement, private education.
Republican duo asks Congress to declare war in fight against Isis
Radical move comes as President Trump strives to enact his campaign promise to 'beat Isis'.
Winter storm Stella pictures: Plunging temperatures create icy conditions across snow-blanketed north-eastern US
Snow, sleet and low overnight temperatures raise fears of black ice for morning motorists and pedestrians.
Donald Trump vs Angela Merkel: What to expect from Washington crunch meeting between leaders
One leader just starting out at president, the other battling to win their fourth election
Father shot dead by carjackers for having manual transmission
Incident took place in front of the man's wife and child in Houston, Texas.
Student driver whips out juggling pins to prove he is sober at police stop
Police thought they had caught Blayk Puckett driving under the influence, but they got free juggling show instead.
Man posts ex-girlfriend's private apology letter online after 'grading' it a D-
A student from Florida graded his ex's letter and sent it back with a mark.
'I am Muslim too': Protesters across the US show solidarity against Trump's immigration ban
The protests have added to the long line of demonstrations that have been held across the US – and the world, since Trump's presidency began.
Mass evacuation order as California's Oroville dam threatens to burst
California governor issues emergency evacuation order after massive hole found in dam's spillway.
What is the 'special relationship'? A short history of US-UK relations
The phrase has been used to describe relations between the US and the UK for 50 years.
Finland offers to host first Trump-Putin meeting
The first meeting between the leaders is keenly anticipated.
Trump supporters gather in Washington and across the globe to welcome the new US President
Here are some of the best photos of Trump supporters across the globe in the days leading up to the inauguration ceremony.
Photos of global reactions to Donald Trump's upcoming inauguration
In the past week, various cities have been preparing for Trump's inauguration, with many taking advantage of the political uncertainty it has caused
America's most expensive home: Inside $250m 'Billionaire' mansion now for sale
The 38,000-square-foot property, designed by Bruce Makowsky, has 21 bathrooms, a bowling alley and a candy room filled with $200,000 worth of sweets.
End of an era: Barack Obama and Joe Biden, in pictures
Democratic US President Barack Obama is preparing to leave the White House on 20 January, after eight years in office.
Farewell to the First Family: Eight years of the Obamas, in pictures
The best photos of US President Barack Obama, First Lady Michelle and daughters Malia and Sasha during their time in the White House:
US Secretary of State John Kerry apologises to gay employees for discriminatory firings
'I apologize to those who were impacted by the practices of the past,' said Kerry.
California becomes the first state in US to pay for gender-reassignment surgery of a prison inmate
Shiloh Quine, who is serving life imprisonment, underwent the surgery on 5 January.
Four Guantanamo inmates from Yemen reach Saudi Arabia amid Trump's objection
The Pentagon said there are 55 inmates in the military detention centre in Cuba.
Russia seeks maritime drills with Philippines, sends two warships to Manila
Russian warships Admiral Tributs and Boris Butoma arrived on Tuesday for a four-day goodwill visit.
US professor in 'white genocide' tweet scandal says he has university support
George Ciccariello-Maher sparked criticism after tweeting 'All I Want for Christmas is White Genocide'.
Taiwan warns of growing Chinese threat as Beijing's warships head towards Hainan
This comes after the US President-elect Donald Trump's telephone call with the island's president upset Beijing.
Obama addresses US troops at Hawaii marine base, says serving as commander-in-chief a privilege
Obama was on his last visit as US president to Marine Corps Base Hawaii.
President Barack Obama signs annual defence bill, but criticises Guantanamo Bay facility policy
Obama in his 2008 presidential campaign had promised to close the detention centre.
Dollar, pound, euro or yen: Which currency should you invest in?
The US dollar could become the strongest major currency in 2017 as interest rates look set to rise.

