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US denounces Russia's 'occupation plan' for Ukraine

In a blunt exchange at a UN Security Council meeting, the US accuses Russia of formulating an 'occupation plan' for Ukraine. Russia blames Washington and Kyiv for upsurge in fighting.

USA

US and Cuba differ on migration policy on first day of talks

Migration has proved a divisive issue on the first day of historic talks in Havana between senior Cuban and US officials – the first since both

Cuba

Landmark talks between US and Cuba underway in Havana

Half a century of hostilities have been put aside as US and Cuban officials sat down for talks.

USA

Washingtonians react positively to Obama's union address

Like few other cities in the world, Washington, DC, is a place where people flock to bars to watch political speeches – especially when they are

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USA

Obama calls on Republicans to end partisan politics in his sixth State of the Union

President Barack Obama has put an improving US economy and foreign policy achievements at the centre of his sixth State of the Union address. With

Cuba

Historic talks begin on the future of Cuban-US relations

The first official talks in more than half a century between the USA and Cuba begin today in Havana, and a delegation headed by Senator Patrick Leahy

Cinema

From stage to screen: Into The Woods attracts an all-star cast

‘Into The Woods’ is heading for the big screen. Director Rob Marshall is bringing Stephen Sondheim’s much-loved stage production to the cinema. It’s

France

Kings of Cannes: The Coen brothers will co-preside the 2015 film festival

They are no strangers to Cannes. But this year movie-making brothers Joel and Ethan Coen won’t be winning prizes at the film festival. They’ll be

Culture news

Kenny G gives fans a taste of Brazil

Kenny G is releasing his 14th studio album. ‘==Brazilian Nights==’ is a tribute to bossa nova – a blend of samba and jazz, which is very popular in

USA

'Relaxed' Obama undaunted by Republicans' upper hand

President Barack Obama gives his annual State of the Union Address this Tuesday night from Washington. Luckily for him, the US Constitution entitles

Culture news

Handimals: Body art with an environmental twist

In the hands of Italian artist Guido Daniele, body painting takes on a unique form. Using the human hand as a canvas, he creates detailed, life-like

Sport

Seattle Seahawks and New England Patriots to meet in Super Bowl

Star quarterback Russell Wilson fired a 35-yard overtime touchdown to send defending champions the Seattle Seahawks past the Green Bay Packers and

USA

Shots fired near US Vice President's home

US Secret Service officials said gun shots were fired near to the home of the Vice President Joe Biden in Delaware on Saturday night. He and his

Sport

Vonn the bomb defies gravity and serious injury to equal the record of World Cup wins

Do up the boots and get on the piste, Vincent Menard is the euronews mountain guide. Welcome to gravity, our weekly round up from the world of

USA

Obama urges Congress not to trigger new sanctions against Iran

President Obama says new Iran sanctions could upset diplomatic talks

France

John Kerry visits Paris to show solidarity with terror-hit France

He had said he wanted to give “a big hug” to the people of France. And in Paris City Hall on Friday, US Secretary of State John Kerry honoured those

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New York exhibition marks 50 years since Martin Luther King historic march

Stephen Somerstein was just 24 years old when he photographed Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and the five-day, 54-mile Selma to Montgomery March in

USA

Google Glass discontinued to make way for new product

There’s bad news for technophiles as sales of Google Glass eyewear have been halted. The internet giant said they were still committed to a consumer

Cuba

US eases sanctions on Cuba for trade, travel and banking

The US is rolling back decades of sanctions on Cuba starting on Friday opening up the Communist-ruled island to expanded travel, trade and financial

Sport

Kharlan and Kim win sabre gold in New York

Olha Kharlan won gold in the sabre division at the New York fencing Grand Prix on Monday. The 24-year old World number one from Ukraine, who won

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