Much work ahead, Obama says
Barack Obama has returned to the White House for a second term, saying the "best is yet to come" - but he faces bitter divides in country and Congress.
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Obama facing tough calls
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Brian Fallow: US President on edge of fiscal cliff
Looking at the US' fiscal numbers it is hard to escape the conclusion that the land of the free is also the land of the free-loader, writes Brian Fallow.
Republicans seek scapegoats
Romney's eclipse leaves field open for new challengers but party will have to fight to improve vote.
Editorial: World looks for leadership from Obama
Editorial: Barack Obama should quickly indicate when taxes will be increased and spending contained.
Live update replay: US election
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US Election: The burning questions
We answer the big questions - serious and silly - during the race to the US presidency.
Rape, abortion gaffe candidates head for defeat
Two Republican Senate candidates who made public gaffes regarding rape and abortion are headed for defeat.
US voter has trouble selecting 'Obama'
YouTube user and Pennsylvania voter centralpavote highlighted a problem with voting machines in this YouTube video, in which a touchscreen changed his choice from President Barack Obama to Republican Mitt Romney.
Romney win 'problematic' for NZ
New Zealand's relationship with the United States would be "far more problematic" should Mitt Romney win today's election, a political scientist says.
What is Chuck Norris saying?
Legendary action man Chuck Norris has a message for American voters as they head to the polls. Video/MrNorrisVideos/YouTube
US Election: Swing states key to White House
Today's United States election will be decided by 10 swing states, regions where polling shows little distance between President Obama and challenger Romney.
US election: Obama campaign
President Barack Obama and Mitt Romney have wrapped up more than a year of campaigning before the vote.
Rev. Jesse Jackson: Obama still righting old wrongs
The US President must be allowed to build on his Administration's achievements, writes Reverend Jesse Jackson.
Will Ferrell will do anything to get you to vote
As the US election day draws closer, in a pro Obama advertisement.. Will Ferrell says he'll dance, he'll cook—Will Ferrell will do anything to get you to vote in this election. courtesy YouTube/BarackObamadotcom
America to decide between two visions
The most expensive presidential election in United States history reaches its climax tomorrow, billed by both Democrats and Republicans as a stark choice between two visions.
Vote now: Mitt Romney for President?
Do you think Mitt Romney could do a better job as US President than Barack Obama. Have your say and vote on the US elections.
Does it matter who won the US election?
Barack Obama will return to the White House for a second term, saying the "best is yet to come". But does it make any difference to NZ who wins?