At least 1,000 additional US troops will stay on in Afghanistan for part of 2015, beyond the December withdrawal

Both teams take the five ODI series as preparation for the mega event

The tourists, like the Australians, are coming to terms with the tragic death of Test batsman Phillip Hughes

White House spokesperson says visit underscores special relationship between the United States and the United Kingdom

Hagel said Afghanistan had "come a long way" over the past decade

Protesters hit the streets after grand juries declined to press charges against a white officer who shot Michael Brown

A tribal leader said soldiers of an unknown nationality were seen parachuting into the area and clashes ensued

The position that had been vacant for over a year was filled after three names were shortlisted for the post

Hagel rejected accounts that he was forced out and said it was a mutual agreement with the president.

Indus Raag: Beyond Borders was accepted as an entry for Best World Music Album