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US election 2016
Trump surprised at scope of US president's job say insiders
New presidential aides bring little experience of running government to the White House.
Kate McKinnon opens SNL as Hillary Clinton singing Leonard Cohen's Hallelujah after Trump victory
The comedian urged progressives not to give up following Donald Trump's election victory.
Niece of French National Front leader Marine Le Pen "says yes" to working with Trump team
The anti-immigration politician reportedly accepted an invitation for cooperation from Steve Bannon.
Hillary Clinton says FBI director James Comey lost her the election
The Democrat said the re-launch of the email probe was a turning point in the polls.
Donald Trump breaks his post-election silence about jailing Hillary Clinton
The president-elect had not spoken about his plan to investigate the Democrat since the election.
Bernie Sanders urges Democrats to change and embrace grass-roots politics
The Vermont senator said there was a need for new ideas and reforms following election defeat.
Mike Pence replaces Chris Christie as head of Trump's transition team
Several of the president-elect's children have also taken roles within the team.
Donald Trump suggests he may maintain aspects of Obamacare
The statement goes against his campaign pledge to scrap the Affordable Care Act.
Has Senator Elizabeth Warren ended her ongoing feud with Donald Trump?
The pair have previously exchanged words on social media sites.
US election sees spike in calls to suicide hotlines
LGBTQ people in particular are worried about the impact of the Republican's win.
There are almost 5 million uncounted US election votes in California
The votes are likely to increase Hillary Clinton's existing majority in the state.
Schoolchildren begin building Trump's 'wall' as racial bullying surges in the classroom
Students carrying Trump poster shouted 'white power' as 2016 election-linked incidents surge.
Trump condemns 'professional protestors' as Americans take to the streets
Protest turns to riot in Portland as opposition to president-elect continues for third day after election win.
Asian shares mixed after Dow Jones closes at record high
Japan's Nikkei 225 index rises 0.2% to 17,375.54 points.
Petition urging Electoral College to vote for Hillary Clinton goes viral but unlikely to succeed
Harvard Professor Alex Keyssar told IBTimes UK the petition will not realistically be successful.
California cops investigate attack on Muslim woman at SDSU by men who made comments about Trump
The woman had her car keys stolen and is believed to have been targeted because of her religion.
Donald Trump's campaign manager Kellyanne Conway says she has been offered White House role
The GOP president-elect is thought to be keen to surround himself with his loyal staff.
Security fences and concrete blocks go up around Trump buildings amid mass protests
The new president-elect has faced backlash from crowds in major cities across the US.
Donald Trump's proposed Muslim ban disappears from his campaign website
Although the Republican had backtracked on the pledge, it remained on his web page until this week.
Inside the court of King Donald: Who are the insiders behind Trump's march to power?
The President-elect is expected to reward a clique of colourful loyalists who helped his historic run to the White House.
Trump to meet with Obama at White House
Obama not in joking mood as he prepares to meet with Republican president-elect.
Love Trumps Hate: Thousands march through US cities in protest at Republican victory
Donald Trump's shocking presidential win has sparked outrage among millions of Americans.
Republican majority in Congress will make it easier for Trump to enact policies
The newly elected US president will not face the hurdles Barack Obama dealt with.
Asian markets bounce back as investors take stock of Trump triumph
Japan's Nikkei 225 benchmark advances 5.7% to 17,178.87 points in early trading.
Iain Duncan Smith says people should avoid an 'orgy of complaint' over Trump's election result
The politician criticised Obama and suggested there would be better relations with US under a new president.
'Not my president': Thousands take to the streets across the US in the wake of Trump's victory
Anti-Trump protesters have hit the streets of Boston, New York City, Seattle and Chicago.
Will Donald Trump keep his promise to throw Hillary Clinton in jail?
The Republican reiterated the sentiment throughout his campaign.
Is House Speaker Paul Ryan facing an uncertain future with President Trump?
The ongoing feud between the pair may have an impact on Ryan's position.
The people's revolt against FBI Director James Comey
Following Donald Trump's victory, many are looking to blame Comey for influencing the election.
Who will be in Trump's cabinet? Sarah Palin, Newt Gingrich, Rudy Giuliani among rumoured picks
The Republican is likely to favour those who supported him throughout his campiagn.