US researchers say they seem to have cured a baby born with HIV - the virus that causes Aids - through very early treatment with standard drug therapy.

Polls are due to open in Kenya in the first general election since the disputed contest of December 2007 that triggered weeks of bloodshed.

Lauren Silberman manages only two kicks because of an injury after becoming the first woman to undergo an NFL trial.

The mass trial of 94 activists accused of plotting to seize power in the United Arab Emirates is set to begin, but rights groups say it is a sham.

Eight South African police officers are to appear in court over the death of a Mozambican man who was dragged through the streets behind a police van.

Roman Catholic cardinals are to begin the process of electing the next Pope following the historic resignation of Benedict XVI.

The Colombian city of Medellin is voted as the world's most innovative for its modern transport system, environmental policies and cultural offerings.

US President Barack Obama signs into effect a wave of steep spending cuts after political leaders fail to reach a deal to avert them.