At Democratic National Convention, progressive US senator expresses support for primary rival Joe Biden, rails against president: 'Nero fiddled while Rome burned; Trump golfs'

In recorded message to virtual Democratic National Convention, former first lady says Biden could be the antidote for damage wrought by the 'wrong president'

Michelle Obama given primetime slot on opening night of 4-day convention taking place almost entirely online because of the COVID-19 outbreak

Party hopes all-virtual gathering consisting of both live speeches and prerecorded videos can generate excitement for Biden-Harris ticket as campaigns go into final stretch

After coronavirus outbreak forces event to go online, planners struggle to find replacements for the usual roaring applause, circus-like atmosphere and balloon drops

Prime time virtual gathering's opening night will feature self-described socialist Bernie Sanders and Republican John Kasich making the case for Biden

Turkish presidential spokesman accuses presumptive Democratic candidate of 'pure ignorance, arrogance and hypocrisy' over call to support opposition parties

Holding strong 7.7% lead, Democratic candidate's low key style appears to be paying off

Speaking to reporters, the president notes 'very serious' rumors -- which are false -- that the VP candidate is not eligible to serve in the role

Democratic presidential candidate says agreement to formalize ties is 'is a welcome, brave, and badly-needed act of statesmanship' by Abu Dhabi; makes no mention of Trump