US braces for dangerous Arctic blast

A rare "polar vortex" on Monday descended into much of the United States, pummelling parts of the country with a dangerous cold that could break decades-old records with wind chill warnings......

PHOTOS: Niagara Falls freezes into icy wonderland

The winter storm that has blanketed parts of Midwestern and Northeastern United States in snow has now brought the rushing waters of Niagara Falls to a halt in places. Stunning photos show how the......

Race for US: Romney wins Puerto Rican primary

Frontrunner Mitt Romney has won the Puerto Rico's Republican presidential primary, taking him a step closer to bagging the party's nomination to challenge incumbent Barack Obama in the fall.......

Obama hit below the belt with castration comment

Politicians must always beware of microphones especially during studio interviews, on the off-chance that it may not be switched off. This must rank as one of the basic lessons in politics,......