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From 'likable enough' to lovefest: Obama and Clinton through the years

From 'likable enough' to lovefest: Obama and Clinton through the years

Rediff.com28 Jul 2016

Take a look back at the two politicos over the years.

First look: When Obama met Lara

First look: When Obama met Lara

Rediff.com21 Apr 2009

West Indies legend Brian Lara was seen giving Barack Obama a free batting lesson at the newly re-named Obama Terrace, Hilton Trinidad, St Ann's, on Sunday.

In just two weeks, 52pc Americans want Trump gone: Poll

In just two weeks, 52pc Americans want Trump gone: Poll

Rediff.com3 Feb 2017

52 per cent say they would rather have Barack Obama as President, to only 43 per cent who are glad Donald Trump is at the helm, says new poll.

Stars favour Obama, says US astrologer

Stars favour Obama, says US astrologer

Rediff.com9 Oct 2008

The stars are with Barack Obama, says an Indian astrologer in the United States. "Whatever the polls may convey, the cosmic timetable and the karmic events all seem to point in favor of Barack Obama to occupy the Presidential seat in January 2009," Malini Parthasarathy, a former senior management specialist at the World Bank, and an astrologer, says.

Obama apologises for 'Sweetie-Gate'

Obama apologises for 'Sweetie-Gate'

Rediff.com16 May 2008

On Wednesday, US Presidential hopeful Barack Obama received a critical endorsement from the National Abortion and Reproductive Rights Action League, known as NARAL Pro-Choice America, oft-considered America's forefront voice on women's issues. Immediately, the endorsement raised the ire of feminists across the country, who said that NARAL had 'sold out' in endorsing a man (Barack Obama) over a woman (Hillary Clinton).

All you need to know about Wing Commander Pooja Thakur

All you need to know about Wing Commander Pooja Thakur

Rediff.com25 Jan 2015

This is the first time a woman officer has led the Guard of Honour.

Breaking tradition, Chief Guest Obama arrives in 'Beast' for R-Day

Breaking tradition, Chief Guest Obama arrives in 'Beast' for R-Day

Rediff.com26 Jan 2015

The chief guest normally travels with the Indian president in his car.

How Modi made Obama feel special

How Modi made Obama feel special

Rediff.com25 Jan 2015

Prime Minister Narendra Modi went all out to make US President Obama feel special through his personal gestures

PM to give his social media accounts to women

PM to give his social media accounts to women

Rediff.com3 Mar 2020

His tweet puts a stop to all speculation following his post on Monday that he was thinking of quitting his social media accounts.

Actor Kal Penn roots for Obama

Actor Kal Penn roots for Obama

Rediff.com4 Feb 2008

Penn was working on his computer while the television played in the background. The Democratic National Convention was on. Something made him look up. "It was Senator Obama's keynote, and he said: Especially after 9/11, we should not be divided between blue states and red states. We should be focused on being the United States," Penn said. After the address was over, Penn wondered, like many others, when Obama would run for president.

Michelle's Kashmir connection in Cuba

Michelle's Kashmir connection in Cuba

Rediff.com23 Mar 2016

US First Lady Michelle Obama made a fashion statement in a Kashmiri embroidered creation by Indian-American designer Naeem Khan at the Cuba state dinner.

Obama's Christmas gift to 5 mn illegal immigrants

Obama's Christmas gift to 5 mn illegal immigrants

Rediff.com21 Nov 2014

Obama's action is expected to help a significant number of Indians in the technology field, especially those having H-1B visas

US poll expected to be the most expensive ever

US poll expected to be the most expensive ever

Rediff.com23 Oct 2008

As much $5.3 billion is expected to be spent, an amount that is over the Gross Domestic Product of several small countries, but something that neither Senator Barack Obama nor Senator John McCain and all of their colleagues in the House of Representatives and Senate even wince about for a nanosecond.

Not against Hillary: Oprah

Not against Hillary: Oprah

Rediff.com12 Dec 2007

When Oprah Winfrey appeared with US Presidential Candidate Barack Obama this weekend, the ensuing media firestorm levelled a serious charge against her -- she had crossed the line from endorsing the candidate to campaigning for him.

Before Michelle, Barack proposed to another woman: Book

Before Michelle, Barack proposed to another woman: Book

Rediff.com4 May 2017

The book shares the story of the woman Sheila Miyoshi Jager, Obama's love interest.

Obama, Castro share historic handshake amid thawing relations

Obama, Castro share historic handshake amid thawing relations

Rediff.com11 Apr 2015

They were sharing a stage and took part in a gala dinner at the opening of the VII Summit of the Americas.

Trump Has Been Reined In For The Moment

Trump Has Been Reined In For The Moment

Rediff.com14 Nov 2022

But Trump is about to announce his candidacy for president in 2024. And it is not clear if Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, the present hero of disenchanted Republicans, or Biden, who says he might seek re-election (but will decide in 2023), can checkmate Trump, notes Shreekant Sambrani.

Can Obama's visit lift India-US trade ties out of gloom?

Can Obama's visit lift India-US trade ties out of gloom?

Rediff.com19 Jan 2015

Trade enhancement is not about lowering tariff barriers, but dismantling such regulatory barriers.

Will leave White House if Electoral College declares Biden winner: Trump

Will leave White House if Electoral College declares Biden winner: Trump

Rediff.com27 Nov 2020

Biden is set to be approved by the Electoral College when it meets on December 14.

'Shame on You', Clinton tells Obama

'Shame on You', Clinton tells Obama

Rediff.com24 Feb 2008

"Shame on You, Barack Obama," Clinton, the New York Senator, said during a rally in Ohio. The Democratic nomination contest will be held on March 4 here along with the southern state of Texas. She charged the Obama campaign with producing misleading leaflets on her health care and free trade positions.

I made mistakes  in Hillary's campaign: Clinton

I made mistakes in Hillary's campaign: Clinton

Rediff.com9 Feb 2008

"I think the mistake that I made is to think that I was a spouse like any other spouse who could defend his candidate. I think I can promote Hillary but not defend her because I was president," Clinton said. Clinton's comments while campaigning for his wife, including comparing Obama's bid to the unsuccessful campaign of an earlier black presidential hopeful, Jesse Jackson, resulted in a bitter war of words between the two top Democratic contenders.

Kamala Harris, Pelosi make history at Biden speech

Kamala Harris, Pelosi make history at Biden speech

Rediff.com29 Apr 2021

United States Vice President Kamala Harris and House Speaker Nancy Pelosi have made history as they shared the stage during US President Joe Biden's first joint session to Congress, marking the first time that two women sat behind a US president during an address to Congress.

Suu Kyi meets Obama in Washington for first time as Myanmar leader

Suu Kyi meets Obama in Washington for first time as Myanmar leader

Rediff.com15 Sep 2016

Suu Kyi also was expected to meet other US officials including Secretary of State John Kerry and senior members of Congress.

Mrs O arrives wearing desi designer Bibhu Mohapatra's creation

Mrs O arrives wearing desi designer Bibhu Mohapatra's creation

Rediff.com25 Jan 2015

Michelle was wore a knee-length dress with geometric prints and blue floral motifs.

Trump stays away from Harvey's victims

Trump stays away from Harvey's victims

Rediff.com31 Aug 2017

Bush and Obama were kind; Trump couldn't care less.

What was on the menu for Trumps at Raisina Hill

What was on the menu for Trumps at Raisina Hill

Rediff.com26 Feb 2020

The vegetarian delicacies served included coriander shorba, aloo tikki with palak papdi, zarkhez zameen (seasonal vegetable cooked in its juice) and dal raisina.

Pak military elements had links to Taliban, Qaeda: Obama

Pak military elements had links to Taliban, Qaeda: Obama

Rediff.com17 Nov 2020

Barack Obama has said that he had ruled out involving Pakistan in the raid on Osama bin Laden's hideout because it was an "open secret" that certain elements inside Pakistan's military, and especially its intelligence services, maintained links to the Taliban and perhaps even al-Qaeda, sometimes using them as strategic assets against Afghanistan and India.

'One small step for man'... 45 years later

'One small step for man'... 45 years later

Rediff.com24 Jul 2014

US President Barack Obama marks the 45th year of the Apollo 11 moon mission.

Raj minister in trouble for abusing former PM Manmohan singh

Raj minister in trouble for abusing former PM Manmohan singh

Rediff.com20 Jun 2016

Rajasthan Home Minister Gulab Chand Kataria kicked up a storm when he hurled an abusive word at former prime minister Manmohan Singh while comparing him to his successor Narendra Modi.

India-born US judge will decide antitrust case against Google

India-born US judge will decide antitrust case against Google

Rediff.com22 Oct 2020

India-born US district judge Amit Mehta, an Obama appointee, has been assigned the justice department's crucial lawsuit against internet search giant Google.

Trump focused on feeding his ego, didn't take COVID seriously: Obama

Trump focused on feeding his ego, didn't take COVID seriously: Obama

Rediff.com1 Nov 2020

Obama, who was the 44th US president, blasted Trump for his policies and rhetoric.

Trump unqualified, temperamentally unfit to be US prez: Hillary

Trump unqualified, temperamentally unfit to be US prez: Hillary

Rediff.com6 Jul 2016

With Obama joining her on the stage for the first time, Clinton described what a presidency is all about.

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