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Joe Biden vows to be ‘a president for all Americans’ as he defeats Donald Trump

Joe Biden vows to be ‘a president for all Americans’ as he defeats Donald Trump

The race was called on Saturday, four days after polls closed.

Joe Biden’s ancestral home celebrates his victory in the US election

Joe Biden’s ancestral home celebrates his victory in the US election

The people of Ballina, Co Mayo, pop champagne as their favourite son is elected President of the United States.

Biden presidency could bring difficulties for US-UK special relationship

Biden presidency could bring difficulties for US-UK special relationship

Boris Johnson has vowed to work with ‘whoever’ is in the White House but has not met the president-elect before.

US election 2020 – How the drama unfolded

US election 2020 – How the drama unfolded

After days of drama after polls closed, Joe Biden was projected as the next President of the US after Pennsylvania was called for the Democrat.

From the polls to Potus: What happens now?

From the polls to Potus: What happens now?

The electoral process will finally conclude on January 20.

Biden tops 270 electoral college votes to defeat Trump in US election

Biden tops 270 electoral college votes to defeat Trump in US election

Joe Biden’s victory was projected shortly after Donald Trump said he had won “by a lot”.

A country in crisis? The challenges facing America as Biden wins presidency

A country in crisis? The challenges facing America as Biden wins presidency

From spiralling Covid-19 cases to racial justice and climate change, a look at the challenges facing America as Joe Biden beats Donald Trump.

In profile: Former presidents who failed in re-election bids

In profile: Former presidents who failed in re-election bids

The PA news agency profiles some of the most recent former one-term presidents.

Migrants brought ashore by Border Force after crossing Channel on dinghy

Migrants brought ashore by Border Force after crossing Channel on dinghy

It comes after 96 people made the same journey in two days.

Duke of Sussex says Remembrance Sunday is ‘profound act of honour’

Duke of Sussex says Remembrance Sunday is ‘profound act of honour’

Harry spoke of his own military service during an appearance on the Declassified military podcast.

Sir David Attenborough ‘appalled’ to find name used in CBD oil advert

Sir David Attenborough ‘appalled’ to find name used in CBD oil advert

The TV presenter was first alerted to the Facebook page by one of his supporters.

Charles pays tribute to military’s medical units for their coronavirus efforts

Charles pays tribute to military’s medical units for their coronavirus efforts

Fundraising veteran Captain Sir Tom Moore praised the Queen during the Festival of Remembrance.

Biden on brink of presidency as Trump’s voter fraud claims dismissed

Biden on brink of presidency as Trump’s voter fraud claims dismissed

Federal Election Commission commissioner Ellen Weintraub said there is no evidence of any wrongdoing.

Lib Dem leader wants memorial to frontline workers who died in Covid-19 pandemic

Lib Dem leader wants memorial to frontline workers who died in Covid-19 pandemic

Sir Ed Davey said key workers who lost their lives after contracting coronavirus should be given a Westminster commemoration.

Nation to fall silent for Remembrance Sunday

Nation to fall silent for Remembrance Sunday

People are being encouraged to take part at home and online.

Teenager climbs Norwich crane in Extinction Rebellion protest

Teenager climbs Norwich crane in Extinction Rebellion protest

Alex Sidney said the Government and council need to do more to save the climate.

PM and EU chief agree to ‘redouble efforts’ to reach a deal in trade talks

PM and EU chief agree to ‘redouble efforts’ to reach a deal in trade talks

The two leaders spoke over the phone on Saturday to take stock of the negotiations.

PM lays wreath as country prepares for low-key Remembrance Sunday

PM lays wreath as country prepares for low-key Remembrance Sunday

Event organisers have been told to ‘discourage’ the public from attending commemorations to mark the anniversary.

New research uncovers possible burial site of Britain’s first black Army officer

New research uncovers possible burial site of Britain’s first black Army officer

Water Tull’s family believed his body was never recovered after he died in battle during the First World War.

Jesy Nelson ‘unwell’ and not appearing on final of Little Mix The Search

Jesy Nelson ‘unwell’ and not appearing on final of Little Mix The Search

The singer will also be absent from the MTV EMAs on Sunday.

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