Pix: Clinton out, Kerry takes over as secretary of state

John Kerry, the veteran American politician and 2004 presidential candidate, has been sworn in as the United States secretary of state, replacing Hillary Clinton. "I was very honoured to be sworn......

Brett Kavanaugh sworn in as US Supreme Court Judge

Brett Kavanaugh, 53, was sworn in as a judge of the United States Supreme Court, hours after he was confirmed by a bitterly divided Senate by 50-48 votes. IMAGE: Judge Brett Kavanaugh is sworn in......

US: Three Indian Americans in solicitor race

Three Indian Americans, led by principal deputy solicitor general Neal Katyal, are among the top five contenders to replace United States Solicitor General Elena Kagan -- nominated by President......

US: Neal Katyal becomes Acting Solicitor General

Top Indian American lawyer Neal Kumar Katyal will now serve as the United States government's top legal counsel, with Solicitor General Elena Kagan vacating the post following her nomination to the......

Women's top ranking up for grabs

Top-seeded world number one Ana Ivanovic fell victim to the wave of volatility in women's tennis when she was ousted from the US Open in the second round by 188th-ranked qualifier Julie Coin of......