Latest from Washington DC

Splashdown mission for lab attache

There's no better way to cool down when it's hot than with a quick splash in the pool - especially when you're a playful pup hanging out at the NZ Embassy in Washington DC.

Flier grounded after stunt

Doug Hughes, who landed his tiny helicopter on the US Capitol grounds has been charged with violating national defence airspace.

Unexpected landing on West Lawn

Five top Washington DC bars

Megan Singleton finds the best places to grab a drink in Washington DC.

USA: Washington DC must-sees

Big-name museums, monuments and markets are on offer in the capital of the United States.

Who's the Ferris of them all?

Circles in the sky have become a hip way to view a city, so prepare your cabin for 'flight', says Peter Hamling.

Washington: A city of museums

There are probably more free things to do in the US capital than nearly any other major city in the world.

Washington: Biking and rolling through DC

Anyone who has biked through any major city's downtown knows that cycling is one of the best ways to get to know a place - Rob Owen saddles up and gets to know Washington DC.