US defence secretary denies the arrival of a new carrier represents an escalation in tension

Democrat candidate claims 'tide is turning' in her favor following win in Pennsylvania primary

Leader: No lexicographic concoction is quite as sinister as 'extraordinary rendition'

Chicago pastor whose provocative sermons have damaged Obama's campaign tries to counter media uproar

Chicago pastor whose provocative sermons have damaged Obama's campaign tries to counter media uproar

Chicago pastor's comments unlikely to put an end to the controversy that has hurt Obama's efforts to win support from white voters