A nuclear security summit next week is likely to be the tipping point for a push for global disarmament, writes Audrey Young.

Paul Thomas writes that there's a widespread assumption of American ignorance, particularly in the heartland.

New Zealand's favourite car - the Toyota Corolla - should not be affected by the steering problems reported in the United States, says a Toyota spokesperson.

Obama's visit will give badly needed boost in election year.

US President Barack Obama has unveiled a budget that forecast a record deficit of $1.56 trillion (NZ$2.2 trillion) this year.

United States President Barack Obama is hours away from delivering his State of the Union address at a time when even his most ardent supporters are becoming disillusioned.

China today denied any state involvement in cyber attacks on Google and continued to defend their censorship of the internet.