Twice a year, inmates of a maximum-security prison stage a public rodeo. Nigel Tisdall went along.

There'll never be enough time to do everything you want to in New York City, but Wynne Gray gives it a very good crack.

After two months on the run from the police, one criminal decided to celebrate by sharing a wanted picture of himself on Facebook - before being arrested hours later.

Wynyard Group has signed a global partnership deal with UK-based Arquebus Solutions to deliver gun crime intelligence software for the law enforcement market.

Television tourism is whipping up a storm in New York and New Jersey where fans can live as their heroes.

As America's oldest highway marks its centenary, Chris Moss rounds up the options for a US fly-drive.

Jennifer Ennion finds a warm welcome waiting for her at boutique ski resort Beaver Creek.

The "secrets-for-brownie points" case has been escalated to Customs Minister Maurice Williamson - but he says it has nothing to do with him.

A senior Customs official told colleagues in charge of highly personal information they could earn "brownie points"if they passed secrets to the FBI.

Time magazine has named Pope Francis its person of the year, saying that in nine months in office the head of the Catholic Church had become a new voice of conscience.

The alternative spirit is seeping across the bay to Oakland, a once down-at-heel city that's on the up, says Christian Koch.

The state's ski resorts are taking the offensive in ensuring their industry isn't hurt by recreational marijuana stores.

The city's best attractions are the ones you can visit for free, writes Charmaine Noronha.

Sites associated with the assassination of President John F. Kennedy on November 22, 1963 are scattered throughout Dallas and beyond.

Megan Singleton checks out some of the hottest things to do in Sin City.

Jesse Mulligan experiences destination dining at its finest - and most expensive.

There's no better way to cross Canada than on a train, says Anthony Lambert.

New Orleans is as lively and buzzing as ever, finds Megan Singleton.

Graffiti tours are one way to appreciate the local flavour of one of Miami's trendiest neighbourhoods, writes Suzette Laboy.

As Halloween approaches, Heather Tyler finds some scary treats for travellers in the US.

Hollywood is the city of dreams and nightmares for many a wannabe actor seeking fame and fortune.

Mississippi is breaking ground on side-by-side museums that are expected to set precedents of their own in how they depict the Southern state once rocked by racial turmoil.

Across the US national parks and memorial buildings are closed due to a shutdown of the government.

These two picturesque waterfront cities attract millions of visitors annually with their history, restaurants and streetscapes.

Megan Singleton laces up and takes a look at the world's premier marathons worth making the trip for.

As San Francisco still buzzes with America's Cup excitement, now is a good time to chart a course for Sonoma.

Sullivan's Island - a place of expensive beach homes and weathered bungalows - is also home to a thriving restaurant district.

Connecticut is a small state that can be crossed in a matter of hours, depending on traffic, offering relatively easy access for travellers.