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Barack Obama served as the 44th President of the United States from 2009 to 2017. The first African American president, he's known for the Affordable Care Act, climate change initiatives, and his eloquent speaking style.
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Last month, the Smithsonian National Portrait Gallery unveiled the official portraits of Barack and Michelle Obama. They're part of the "America's Presidents" exhibit, and the portraits of the first African-American president and First Lady were even more significant because the artists commissioned to do the job were for the first…
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If anyone was in any doubt as to whether the current President of the United States would try his hand at getting re-elected, it is now known for definite: Donald Trump will be running for office in 2020. In addition to this, he has also announced the appointment of a…
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The US government's "war on terror" was launched in 2001 in response to the 9/11 attacks. The international military campaign was first alluded to by former US President, George W. Bush, and its initial focus was on countries affiliated with al-Qaeda. While the "War of Terror" was thought to have culminated…
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After the Parkland school shooting, Donald Trump's aides advised him not to golf that weekend, because it would make for bad optics. At about the same time, Special Counsel Robert Mueller indicted 13 Russian nationals over interference in the 2016 election. So, needless to say, the President was in a…
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Whenever the White House gets handed over from the Democrats to Republicans (or vice versa) after an election, there are always noticeable juxtapositions in the way that government is handled. Republicans tend to take a harder line on economic policies, for example, whereas Democrats often make waves in the realm…
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Being one of the few Nobel Peace Prize winners is one of the most prestigious honours out there, one that most of us can only dream of achieving and a height that only the best and brightest from our society climb to. Officially awarded to individuals and institutions that, “have done…
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It's a depressing but true fact that the aftermath almost every mass shooting in America follows a familiar script. People around the world send thoughts and prayers to the families of those involved, law enforcement officials admit that they failed to act on the warning signs, politicians bicker about whether or…
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This summer roughly a million superhero movies will be released, and one of the most anticipated is Deadpool 2. More than any other actor, Ryan embodies his character, because they're both hideously ugly. Just kidding. Ryan's not grossly disfigured with burn-like scars like Wade Wilson, but he share's the same…
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Today the Smithsonian National Portrait Gallery unveiled the official portraits of Barack and Michelle Obama. (And it's only a matter of time before Donald Trump paints mustaches on them.) The paintings are part of the "America's Presidents" exhibit, which displays portraits of every United States president. It's a routine ceremony,…
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While there's no doubt that literally everyone wants an invite to the wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, unfortunately, the numbers are limited. It's believed that the likes of Barack Obama and Serena Williams will be receiving an invite to the event, but some members of the family will…
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It's been over a year since Donald Trump's inauguration, which saw the introduction of a new U.S. President to the world stage as the old one departed. In the 365 days since then, Trump has made the headlines time and time again, for reasons both serious and ridiculous, but the…
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When it comes to presidential scandals, there's normally only one name that comes to mind: Donald Trump. Just in the last few weeks, he's been accused of lying about his height and weight on his medical test, has been exposed for various embarrassing and unprofessional habits in the Fire and…
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Some people grow up wanting to become astronauts. Others cast themselves as supreme athletes, or pop stars, or business people making high pressure deals in their minds' eye. When we were kids, we all had dreams of what the future would hold, each more romantic and idealistic than the last,…
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Seeing as they're one of the most renowned and well-known intelligence agencies in the world, you would think that the CIA would have a pretty advanced security system when it comes to gaining access to classified files relating to military operations, right? Well, it turns out, not really. According to the…
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It doesn't seem like Donald Trump is in good physical health. Sure, he doesn't drink alcohol or doesn't smoke cigarettes. But he's 71 years old, his favorite exercise is golf, and he loves fast food. According to his former campaign manager, his regular order at McDonald's is two Big Macs,…
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Now, I don't know about you, but I don't understand anyone who doesn't love Barack Obama. Sure, every political leader has made their fair share of questionable decisions, but Barack Obama's stay in the White House was dignified and largely successful. Aside from being the first black President of the…
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After Donald Trump reportedly referred to some African, Central American and Caribbean nations as "s**thole countries" during a White House meeting last week, many of us began to question his mental health. I mean, it's hardly diplomatic for one of the leaders of the western world to make comments that…
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Donald Trump has come under fire once again for reportedly making offensive comments. The 45th President of the United States is accused of referring to Haiti, El Salvador and certain nations in Africa as "s**thole countries" during a White House meeting last week. Now, forced to defend himself amidst international outrage and…
