The bizarre balloon has created a field day for Republicans who have used it to accuse Biden of being weak on defence, writes US correspondent Robert Moore.

'Chinese' spy balloon drifts over America - triggering both mystery and alarm

Nearly three years after the murder of George Floyd, the funeral of Mr Nichols will be another rallying cry for police accountability and reform.

Memphis prepares for the funeral of Tyre Nichols amid mounting questions

It’s a remarkable tribute to this community that the protests have remained peaceful, exactly as Mr Nichols’ mother urged.

Memphis remains calm as police chief disbands rogue unit

Authorities have released footage showing Tyre Nichols being beaten by five Memphis police officers who struck him repeatedly as he called for his mother.

Outrage across America as police video is released

Robert Moore reports on the latest shooting in California - the state’s second mass killing within two days, which has left communities reeling in their wake.

Another mass shooting in California - the American curse continues

Republican Kevin McCarthy was elected House speaker amid chaotic scenes - but the disorder is just beginning, ITV News Correspondent Robert Moore writes.

Republican chaos unfolds on live TV as McCarthy is finally elected Speaker

 The House meets for the third day to elect a speaker and convene the 118th Congress in Washington.

Two years on, Congress is immersed not in insurrectionary activity but in something almost as serious - near-total paralysis and dysfunction.

From insurrection to paralysis: The US Congress faces further humiliation

There is shock in the world of US sports this morning after a devastating injury to a highly-regarded young American football player, Damar Hamlin.

American Football player seriously injured in game collision

Ron DeSantis and Joe Biden are the candidates to watch in 2023 - but could Donald Trump still win the Republican nomination?

America in 2023: A year of frantic manoeuvring

Vice President Kamala Harris and House Speaker Nancy Pelosi of Calif., right, react as Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy presents lawmakers with a Ukrainian flag autographed by front-line troops in Bakhmut, in Ukraine's contested Donetsk province, as he addresses a joint meeting of Congress on Capitol Hill in Washington, Wednesday, Dec. 21, 2022. (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin)

In just six remarkable hours in Washington, the Ukrainian leader confirmed he can count on deep American support, writes ITV News US correspondent Robert Moore.

 He Came, He Saw, He Conquered: Inside Zelenskyy's Six Hours in Washington

The Ukrainian president's trip from the battlefield to the White House was one of the best kept secrets in Washington, writes US correspondent Robert Moore.

Zelenskyy in Washington: A man on a mission

ITV Meteorologist Chris Page explains what you need to know about the snow moon.

What is a snow moon and when can I see it?

Relations between the world's two superpowers were already at their lowest ebb before this latest, unexpected episode, writes ITV News' Debi Edward.

Decision to shoot down suspected spy balloon shows state of US-China relations

As AI continues to get smarter, teachers in UK schools are grappling with how the technology will impact their pupils' learning. 

To ban or embrace Artificial Intelligence? The dilemma for UK teachers 

Whether Ukraine holds Bakhmut, or withdraws to conserve its forces, it will not be the last of this nearly year-long war, writes John Ray.

Battle of Bakhmut sees huge loss of life ahead of Russian invasion anniversary 

You would expect the Bank of England to be cutting interest rates but sadly inflation still glows red hot 

Bank of England raises interest rates but signals it may have tamed inflation 

Specialised psychological help, hot food and housing shelters are among the ways residents have been able to survive the nearly year-long Russian invasion.

Humanitarian aid gives relief to Ukrainian civilians enduring the horrors of war

The report follows the death of two-year-old Awaab Ishak in a mould-infested Rochdale flat.

Robert Moore

ITV News Correspondent

'Chinese' spy balloon drifts over America - triggering both mystery and alarm

Memphis prepares for the funeral of Tyre Nichols amid mounting questions

Memphis remains calm as police chief disbands rogue unit

Outrage across America as police video is released

Another mass shooting in California - the American curse continues

Republican chaos unfolds on live TV as McCarthy is finally elected Speaker

From insurrection to paralysis: The US Congress faces further humiliation

American Football player seriously injured in game collision

America in 2023: A year of frantic manoeuvring

He Came, He Saw, He Conquered: Inside Zelenskyy's Six Hours in Washington

Zelenskyy in Washington: A man on a mission

From our journalists

What is a snow moon and when can I see it?

Decision to shoot down suspected spy balloon shows state of US-China relations

To ban or embrace Artificial Intelligence? The dilemma for UK teachers

Battle of Bakhmut sees huge loss of life ahead of Russian invasion anniversary

'Chinese' spy balloon drifts over America - triggering both mystery and alarm

Bank of England raises interest rates but signals it may have tamed inflation

Humanitarian aid gives relief to Ukrainian civilians enduring the horrors of war

Report finds 'notable' mould and damp in around 160,000 social homes