Kerry: Ignoring climate science puts 'kids, grandkids' at risk
US Secretary of State John Kerry said that those who ignore climate science do so at a risk to future generations.
Probe of US spaceship crash may take a 'year'
Authorities who carried out their first full day of investigation into a US spacecraft crash said probing the incident could take a year.
Bill Gates to give $500 million for malaria, other diseases
US philanthropist Bill Gates announced he will donate over $500 million to fight malaria and other infectious diseases in the developing world.
'Call of Duty' soldiers battle villain Kevin Spacey
The newest instalment to blockbuster video game "Call of Duty" hits the streets, pitting soldiers of the future against a Machiavellian villain played by actor Kevin Spacey.
Instagram bans US comedienne's topless Putin jab
Chelsea Handler is fighting with Instagram after it took down a topless picture she posted looking similar to a famous shirtless picture of Russian President.
Kerry to meet chief Palestinian negotiator Monday: US
Department for discussions on "the way forward" in a Middle East peace deal and the situation in the Gaza Strip.
Mike Tyson says he was sexually abused as a child
Former heavyweight champion Mike Tyson was sexually abused when he was seven years old by a stranger on the street.
Obama calls for 'inclusive' vote process in Myanmar: W.House
US President Barack Obama has called for an "inclusive and credible" elections process next year in Myanmar.
Co-creator of Android mobile software leaves Google
Google confirmed that an executive behind leading mobile device software Android is leaving the company to create an incubator for hardware startups.
At Halloween, pumpkin spice is everything nice
While youngsters dress up as ghosts and goblins and go door to door for Halloween, grown-ups across the United States are indulging in all things pumpkin spice.
US spy agencies spent nearly $68 bn in 2014
US spy agencies spent nearly $68 billion in fiscal year 2014, about the same level of spending on intelligence gathering in the previous year.
Apple chief Tim Cook puts focus on gay rights
Apple's Tim Cook became the most prominent chief executive to acknowledge his homosexuality, putting fresh focus on gay representation in the boardroom.
Apple in talks to sell iPhone in Iran: report
Apple is in preliminary talks to sell the iPhone in Iran, if sanctions are eased on the Middle East nation.
'Big Bang Theory' actress Cuoco gets Hollywood star
"The Big Bang Theory" actress Kaley Cuoco was joined by fellow cast members from the hit TV sitcom.
Mourners bid final farewell to US editor Ben Bradlee
Movers and shakers in the US capital rubbed shoulders with big-name journalists to bid a final farewell to former Washington Post editor Ben Bradlee.
Andre Ward to beat undefeated Golovkin: Rodriguez
Edwin Rodriguez named Andre Ward as the boxer to finally beat the unbeaten Gennady Golovkin of Kazakhstan.
Facebook shares dive as social network eyes future
Facebook reported its quarterly profit nearly doubled but saw its stock pounded after outlining a plan to invest heavily in the future.
Suspicious cyber activity detected at the White House
White House technicians recently detected suspicious activity on a computer network at the US presidential mansion, and have taken steps to resolve the issue.
Marvel unveils huge slate of new superhero films
Marvel unveiled plans for a slate of new superhero films, expanding its already wildly successful comic book universe.
Denis Ten takes 4th place at Skate America
Kazakhstani figure skater Denis Ten landed on the fourth place of the Skate America Grand Prix first stage in Chicago after falling on his opening quadruple jump.