Barack Obama

Iran proposes opening 'Syrian front' against Israel in occupied Golan Heights.

Syria is likely to be the focus of talks between the UK prime minister and Russian president.

Iran's 50 million voters face important questions over its international isolation and a economy in freefall

Daniel Stewart & Co’s chief economist Alastair Winter previews the week ahead for markets, politics and economics

Obama was reportedly planning to confront China on cyber attacks but recent revelations on US policy push president to corner.

Markets positive ahead of US job figures which could provide pointer to Fed move on QE.

A British television host accused Republicans of attacking the American President without evidences over tax agency scandal

First Lady close to walking off stage after female gay rights activist interrupts speech.

A surprise victory for Samsung over Apple highlights problems inherent in the US patent system.

Daniel Stewart & Co’s chief economist Alastair Winter previews the week ahead for markets, politics and economics

A whistleblower to some and a traitor to others, Private Manning will go on military trial.

Counter-terrorism and counter-espionage expert will join Financial System Vulnerabilities Committee to help prevent future money laundering scandals

Abu Nusaybah posted shocking allegations on Twitter before his arrest at BBC headquarters.

FT, Reuters, AP and AFB among media giants targeted by hackers baking Damascus regime.

President tells National Defence University in Washington that al-Qaida terrorism remains a potential threat.

US President to announce moves to restrict strikes and make their use more transparent.

Following attacks on the accounts of The Financial Times and the Associated Press, Twitter introduces two-factor authentication.

Officials near certain there are no more survivors or bodies of victims under the rubble.

Economic good news helps American president beat scandals to see ratings grow or remain steady.

Barbara Garcia had thought her dog was dead before being reunited with the pet live on CBS.

Oklahoma suburbs bear brunt of twister which kills 91, including 20 children.

Daniel Stewart & Co’s chief economist Alastair Winter previews the week ahead for markets, politics and economics

Experts claim report by Organisation of American States is first to consider drug decriminalisation as serious option.

Woman at centre of scandal says former Italian leader gave her envelopes of cash, but denies they had sex.

US president and Turkish prime minister insist Assad's regime should pave way for transitional government.

BP says the escalating compensation costs are putting the company financials into jeopardy.

Daniel Stewart & Co’s chief economist Alastair Winter previews the week ahead for markets, politics and economics

North Korea accuses South Korea of planning to 'invade' the country.

Cameron to urge Russia to find a political solution in Syria as Britain steps up efforts to lift EU arms embargo.

Top Chinese bank scraps all financial deals with North Korea's Foreign Trade Bank