Barack Obama

Obama says US will retaliate against Russian hacking as RNC claims it foiled infiltration

The Russian efforts reportedly included hacking the emails of the Democratic National Committee and Hillary Clinton's campaign chairperson.

Dec 16, 2016

US trying to mend ties with Philippines by agreeing to sell radars in $25 million deal?

The US Senate had earlier blocked the sale of assault rifles to Philippine National Police.

Dec 16, 2016

PM Narendra Modi ranks 9th in Forbes' Most Powerful People list

Russian President Vladimir Putin, who topped the list, continues to dominate the group of 74 Most Powerful People on Earth.

Dec 15, 2016

War in Yemen: US blocks arms sales to Saudi Arabia citing civilian deaths; is this the start of a changing equation?

Reports also state that the US will change its way of future training of Saudi Arabia's air force.

Dec 14, 2016

US Vice President Joe Biden will run for 2020 presidential race

The 74-year-old Democrat has been jointly elected twice with US President Barack Obama.

Dec 6, 2016

Economic prosperity in China, India because of US, says Ashton Carter

Outgoing US Defence Secretary Carter's comment that growth in the Asia-Pacific region is due to a "principled and inclusive approach" by the US is set to amuse many.

Dec 5, 2016

Time Person of the Year 2016: PM Modi front-runner, but can he hold on to the lead?

On Tuesday, a Time report said the Indian prime minister had 18 percent of the votes, down from his earlier lead of 21 percent.

Nov 30, 2016

Donald Trump threatens to rescind US-Cuba deal

Ever since Trump's presidential campaign, many Cubans have been concerned about the future ties between the two nations.

Nov 29, 2016

Donald Trump's choice for Health Secretary: Who is Tom Price?

Price had voted against federal funding of abortion and also played an important role in forming the GOP's health policy.

Nov 29, 2016

Barack Obama serves Thanksgiving lunch with a smile

Following the White House turkey pardoning, three of the Obamas attended the Armed Forces Retirement Home in Washington D.C. to serve lunch to war veterans.

Nov 24, 2016

Iran says will 'react' if US breaks existing nuclear deal again

The current warning involves the Iran Sanctions Act, which the US House of Representatives has re-enacted, extending it by 10 years.

Nov 23, 2016

Barack Obamas touching tribute to Ellen DeGeneres at Medal of Freedom ceremony

The President of the United States, Barack Obama, gave immense praise to TV host Ellen DeGeneres at the Presidential Medal of Freedom Ceremony on 22 November. The current president in his last medal ceremony praised DeGeneres for her courage and strength when coming out 20 years ago, as well as her ability to unite the nation. DeGeneres and others received the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the nations highest civilian honour.

Nov 23, 2016

Barry: Netflix releases trailer; Aussie actor Devon Terrell impresses as young Barack Obama

Barry, the Netflix film that explores President Barack Obama's life as a college student, will premiere on December 16.

Nov 22, 2016

How much will it cost the US taxpayer to protect Trump and his family?

At least $1.4 billion was spent on President Barack Obama and his family every year.

Nov 21, 2016

Barack Obama advises a wait and see approach to President-elect Donald Trump

Obama said the realities of the White House may force Trump to adjust how he approaches many issues. Obama also urged his fellow Democrats to fight for their beliefs, but be willing to work with his Republican successor whenever possible. Obama made the remarks at the close of the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation Summit in Peru, his last stop on his final foreign tour as the U.S. head of state.

Nov 21, 2016

Barack Obama will be critical about Donald Trump if ideals of America are questioned

Obama was speaking at a press conference -- believed to be his last abroad as the US President.

Nov 21, 2016

Facebook will fight fake news with better detection tools: Mark Zuckerberg

Zuckerberg wrote about how the social networking site will be using better detection tools to flag fake news.

Nov 20, 2016

Obama spreads message of calm in Greece as anti-US protesters clash with police

President Obama's final tour is one of reassurance among the shaken foreign allies after Donald Trump's win.

Nov 16, 2016

Barack Obama says Donald Trump will get a reality check when in office

The US president said that Trump will need to alter his temperament when he joins the office.

Nov 15, 2016

'Barack Obama is a terrific man, has great sense of humour,' says Donald Trump

Trump also said that he and Barack Obama "shared a great chemistry" at the White House meeting.

Nov 14, 2016