Review launched after video shows NJ school kids singing Obama praisesSeptember 25th, 2009 Video shows NJ kids singing Obama praisesBURLINGTON TOWNSHIP, N.J. — New Jersey's education commissioner has ordered a review after a YouTube video shows school children learning a song celebrating President Barack Obama.
US Senate confirms Obama nominees for ambassadors to China, JapanAugust 7th, 2009 Senate confirms China, Japan ambassador nomineesWASHINGTON — The Senate on Friday confirmed Utah Gov. Jon Huntsman as ambassador to China, giving the Republican the task of nurturing a sometimes shaky relationship that President Barack Obama sees as crucial to solving many of the world's most difficult crises.
Senate panel endorses Obama nominees for ambassadors to China, JapanAugust 4th, 2009 Senate panel endorses Asia ambassador nomineesWASHINGTON — A U.S. Senate panel has endorsed Utah Gov.
Nominee for US ambassador to Japan allays lawmakers' fears, says alliance will remain strongJuly 23rd, 2009 Ambassador nominee: Japan alliance to stay strongWASHINGTON — President Barack Obama's nominee for chief U.S. diplomat to Japan sought Thursday to ease lawmakers' worries that a win by Japan's opposition party in next month's crucial elections could signal a weakening in ties with the top American ally in Asia.
Obama: Congress must act before August recess on health care overhaulJuly 15th, 2009 Obama praises progress on health care overhaulWASHINGTON — President Barack Obama says his administration will push through an overhaul of the nation's health care system and is urging Congress to finish the work before leaving for an August recess. Obama on Wednesday praised House and Senate versions of a bill to expand health care coverage to millions of Americans.
Syrian president praises Obama's outreach for dialogue, invites him to DamascusJuly 3rd, 2009 Syrian president praises ObamaDAMASCUS, Syria — Syria's leader praised President Barack Obama's outreach for dialogue and invited him to visit Damascus in remarks released Friday just days after the United States said it plans to return its ambassador to Syria after a four year absence. Syrian President Bashar Assad comments came in a telegram he sent to Obama on the occasion of the July 4 Independence Day and in an interview he gave to Britain's Sky News.
Obama says Civil Rights Act of 1964 opened doors for freedom, more work remainsJuly 2nd, 2009 Obama praises Civil Rights Act's 45th anniversaryWASHINGTON — President Barack Obama says the Civil Rights Act opened doors for freedom but inequities remain on the legislation's 45th anniversary. On Thursday, Obama released a statement praising the 1964 law that ended legal discrimination.
Egypt's president praises Obama's outreach to Muslim world as welcome change from BushJune 10th, 2009 Egypt praises Obama as welcome change from BushCAIRO — Egypt's president praised President Barack Obama on Wednesday, saying his outreach to the Muslim world is a welcome change from the policies of his predecessor. President Hosni Mubarak's comments were his first since Obama delivered a speech last week in Cairo aimed at improving relations between the U.S.
Japan ambassador apologizes for World War II-era march during which 11,000 prisoners diedJune 1st, 2009 Japan ambassador apologizes for Bataan Death MarchSAN ANTONIO — Japan's ambassador to the United States apologized Saturday on behalf of his country for the 65-mile forced walk of U.S. troops and allies during World War II that left some 11,000 prisoners of war dead.
Obama names Timothy Roemer as envoy to IndiaMay 28th, 2009 WASHINGTON - President Barack Obama has named Democratic former congressman Timothy Roemer to be his envoy in India, the White House said. Roemer served on the blue-ribbon commission investigating the Sep 11, 2001 terror attacks on the United States and on a key committee to prevent nuclear proliferation.
Do you know what Obama is in Japan?May 2nd, 2009 Eversince some t-shirts have surfaced in Japan reading "Obama for Obama", questions have begun to be asked as to what "Obama" means in the Japanaese language. The Japanese word Obama means "little beach." But other than that it is also the name of a city in Japan.
Obama praises FBI agents, workers; says country depends on its watchful eyes in terrorism eraApril 28th, 2009 Obama praises FBI, says country counting on itWASHINGTON — Offering a robust endorsement for the FBI and its leadership, President Barack Obama on Tuesday praised the bureau's employees for their commitment to staying "one step ahead of all who step outside of the law."
"We are counting on you," Obama said from an outdoor courtyard at FBI headquarters, where he was greeted by sustained cheers. Thousands crammed the plaza, while many other FBI workers peered down from their windows.
US Senate confirms Hill as next Iraq ambassadorApril 22nd, 2009 WASHINGTON - The US Senate Tuesday approved veteran diplomat Christopher Hill as the next ambassador to Iraq, handing President Barack Obama his choice to help manage the planned withdrawal of US forces. The Senate approved Hill's nomination by a 73-23 vote over objections from some Republicans that the veteran diplomat lacks sufficient experience in the Middle East.
US nominates Afghanistan, Iraq ambassadorsMarch 12th, 2009 WASHINGTON - Lieutenant General Karl Eikenberry, a NATO official and former commander of international forces in Afghanistan, was nominated to be the US' next ambassador to Afghanistan by President Barack Obama Wednesday. Eikenberry is currently deputy chairman of the North Atlantic Treaty Organisation's (NATO)military committee.
Skoda launches new Superb for Indian marketMarch 11th, 2009 NEW DELHI - Czech auto major Skoda Tuesday launched an upgraded version of its premium sedan Superb at a discounted price for the Indian market. The new Superb, of which only one variant will be available now, is priced at Rs.1.88 million (ex-showroom Delhi), while the older models were priced between Rs.2.01 million and Rs.2.27 million.
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