
At star-studded Georgia rally, Harris and Obama push early voting in tight race
Some 1.9 million residents have already cast their ballot in Georgia, according to the secretary of state's office.
Fri Oct 25 2024

Barack Obama raps 'Lose Yourself' after Eminem introduces him at rally
The Harris campaign featured a host of famous faces, with Bruce Springsteen scheduled to appear in Atlanta and Julia Roberts in Georgia.
Wed Oct 23 2024

In Kamala Harris' multiracial roots, US sees its own future
Some 42 million Americans now identify as multiracial, or 13 pct of the country, according to the US Census Bureau.
Thu Aug 22 2024

Michelle Obama tells Trump the presidency just may be a 'Black job'
Michelle Obama criticized Trump for racist attacks, including claims that migrants take Black jobs and questioning Kamala Harris' identity.
Wed Aug 21 2024

Barack and Michelle Obama endorse Harris in video of live call
The endorsement could help activate and sustain energy and fundraising for Kamala Harris campaign.
Fri Jul 26 2024

Many Democrats back Harris in 2024 race, but Pelosi, Obama silent
Obama, under whom Biden served as vice president for eight years, thanked Biden for his patriotism but did not yet throw their support behind Harris or any other candidate.
Mon Jul 22 2024

Trump says when he mixes up names it is on purpose
The issue of age and mental competence have been thrust to the forefront of the 2024 election campaign.
Thu Feb 15 2024

'Leave The World Behind': Strangers, danger and layers, says Julia Roberts
Julia Roberts says the film is a multilayered disaster thriller that allowed her to play someone very different from herself.
Thu Nov 30 2023

Biden's age is his 'superpower' in 2024, Jeffrey Katzenberg says
Joe Biden, a Democrat who turned 80 in November, is already the oldest Oval Office occupant, and will be 86 before a second term ends.
Tue Jul 18 2023

Narendra Modi denies religious discrimination exists in India
Rights groups have asserted, however, that dissidents, minorities and journalists have come under attack since Narendra Modi took office.
Fri Jun 23 2023

Obama to spotlight US workers in Netflix documentary
Barack Obama will be back in the public view next month in a Netflix-produced documentary series.
Fri Apr 28 2023

Fugees rapper convicted in US over lobbying campaigns with Malaysian financier
Prosecutors accused Pras Michel of plotting with Jho Low to attempt to influence the administrations of Barack Obama and Donald Trump.
Thu Apr 27 2023

Fugees star says money from Malaysian financier was for Obama photo, not campaign donation
Rapper Prakazrel "Pras Michel" of the Fugees said, Jho Low did not direct him to make campaign donations with the money for the photo.
Wed Apr 19 2023

Leonardo DiCaprio says Malaysian financier planned to donate to Obama's 2012 campaign
Leonardo DiCaprio told jurors that Jho Low said he planned on giving "a significant donation" to the Democratic Party.
Tue Apr 04 2023

Obama presidential portrait unveiling features talk of democracy, tradition
Large, formal portraits of US presidents and first ladies adorn walls, hallways and rooms throughout the White House.
Thu Sep 08 2022

What happened in Philippine drug war that led to Duterte's arrest?
Here are some facts about the drug war during Duterte's presidency from 2016 to 2022.
Tue Mar 11 2025

Soccer - Manchester United plans to build 'world's greatest stadium'
Manchester United plans to build a new 100,000-seat stadium next to the existing Old Trafford, the club announces.
Tue Mar 11 2025

Meta begins testing its first in-house AI training chip
Meta is working with Taiwan-based chip manufacturer TSMC to produce the chip, according to sources.
Tue Mar 11 2025

Russia says it wants united and 'friendly' Syria
Russia has two strategically important military bases in Syria, which it is hoping to retain in the wake of Assad's fall.
Tue Mar 11 2025

Musk says juggling DOGE and CEO jobs is difficult, as Tesla shares slump
Elon Musk says he is running his businesses "with great difficulty" while working with the Trump administration.
Tue Mar 11 2025

Philippine ex-leader Duterte long defiant on deadly drug war
Before becoming president, Rodrigo Duterte earned the nicknames "The Punisher" and "Duterte Harry" for his violent anti-drug crackdown.
Tue Mar 11 2025

Ismail Sabri probe: 36 witnesses finish giving statements to MACC, 23 others to be summoned
A MACC source said 23 other witnesses have also been identified and would be summoned to give their statements soon.
Tue Mar 11 2025

Westin Hotels marks World Sleep Day with wellness-focused offerings
With a growing demand for sleep tourism and wellness travel, Westin aims to solidify its position as a leader in holistic hospitality.
Tue Mar 11 2025

Govt wants local experts to help improve national cyber security - PM's press secretary
Tunku Nashrul Abaidah says the government has high confidence in local expertise to face cybersecurity challenges.
Tue Mar 11 2025

Philippines' ex-President Duterte arrested at ICC's request over 'drugs war', government says
Rodrigo Duterte was arrested upon his arrival at a Manila airport and the ex-leader is now in custody, the office of the president said.
Tue Mar 11 2025