First ladies depend on staff for help with a range of White House responsibilitiesOctober 5th, 2009 A snapshot of some first ladies' staffsFirst ladies are dogged by questions about why someone who isn't elected or paid, or who isn't routinely handling serious domestic and global issues, has a staff at all. But first ladies do more than just choose china patterns and plan White House social functions.
Justice Department report finds charges by whistleblower unfounded in ex-Ala. gov's caseOctober 2nd, 2009 Report rejects whistleblower in Ala. ex-gov caseMONTGOMERY, Ala.
Movie stars among those entertained at NM gov's mansion, costing state $139,000September 16th, 2009 Celebs among those entertained at NM gov's mansionSANTA FE, N.M. — Gov. Bill Richardson spent almost $139,000 for dinners and receptions at the governor's mansion last year, entertaining thousands of guests including movie stars George Clooney and Robert Duvall.
In Israel, Lady Gaga dons Star of David jacket and plans visit to 'sacred and holy' JerusalemAugust 17th, 2009 Lady Gaga excited to visit 'sacred' JerusalemTEL AVIV, Israel — Pop megastar Lady Gaga says she is toning down her provocative image during her first trip to Israel and is excited about seeing "sacred and holy" Jerusalem. The songstress born Stefani Germanotta says her visit to Jerusalem will be "an emotional and spiritual experience." She also has plans to swim in the Dead Sea.
Laura Bush says Michelle Obama doing 'a great job' as first ladyJuly 31st, 2009 First lady receives high marks from Laura BushGROTON, Conn. — Michelle Obama's performance as first lady is getting high marks from her predecessor, Laura Bush.
NJ gov's office: Hoboken mayor under corruption cloud will resignJuly 30th, 2009 NJ gov's office: Hoboken mayor to resignTRENTON, N.J. — A spokesman for New Jersey Gov.
SC first lady says husband has to worry about his own career; she is focused on familyJune 25th, 2009 Jilted 1st lady appears upbeat, focused on familyCOLUMBIA, S.C. — South Carolina first lady Jenny Sanford says her cheating husband can worry about his own career.
SC gov's ex-chief of staff surprised by affair, says next few days key for Mark SanfordJune 25th, 2009 Ex-staff chief says next few days key for SC govCOLUMBIA, S.C. — The former chief of staff for South Carolina Gov.
Michelle Obama replaces chief of staff with longtime Chicago adviser and friendJune 5th, 2009 Michelle Obama replaces chief of staffWASHINGTON — First lady Michelle Obama is replacing her chief of staff with a longtime friend and adviser from Chicago. Jackie Norris will become a senior adviser to the Corporation for National and Community Service.
First lady: Inauguration? Puppy? Europe? Nope. Appearing on 'Sesame Street' is bestMay 6th, 2009 First lady: 'Sesame Street' tops everything so farNEW YORK — Inauguration Day? Nope. First puppy? Negative.
Lady GaGa's whacky dress draws attention againMay 5th, 2009 LONDON - Infamous for her dressing sense, British singer Lady GaGa shocked people recently when she made a public appearance in a transparent catsuit. Lady GaGa, who was partying with designer Ritchie Rich, opted to leave her bra behind when she stepped out in a low-cut maroon catsuit with two strategically placed stickers to cover her modesty, reported thesun.co.uk.
Hey, isn't that Michelle Obama? First lady says she sneaks out with staff to eat at fun placesApril 24th, 2009 First lady says she sneaks off to fun restaurantsWASHINGTON — First lady Michelle Obama pulled back the curtains a little bit on life in the White House, revealing that she and her staff like to sneak out to eat at fun places. Three months into her new role, she said Thursday she has the best job in the White House, doesn't miss cooking and that new dog Bo is "kind of crazy."
"Every now and then I have this thing that I like to do with some of my staff members, and we sneak out, without telling anybody, and we go and test out all the fun places to eat in D.C.," Mrs.
Michelle Obama says she and staff like to sneak out to fun restaurantsApril 23rd, 2009 First lady says she and staff sneak out to eatWASHINGTON — First lady Michelle Obama pulled back the curtains a little bit on life in the White House, revealing that she and her staff like to sneak out to eat at fun places. Three months into her new role, she said Thursday she has the best job in the White House, doesn't miss cooking and new dog Bo is "kind of crazy."
"Every now and then I have this thing that I like to do with some of my staff members, and we sneak out, without telling anybody, and we go and test out all the fun places to eat in D.C.," Mrs.
Lady GaGa raises storm over teacupApril 20th, 2009 LONDON - British singer Lady GaGa recently raised a storm over losing her favourite teacup. Lady GaGa takes the cup wherever she goes but left it at a restaurant in London.
Patiala hospital fire: Minister's resignation refused, staff reinstatedFebruary 4th, 2009 CHANDIGARH - Embarrassed by its handling of the fire in the photo-therapy ward of a leading government hospital which left six infants dead last week, the Punjab government Thursday ordered the reinstatement of all staff, including doctors, who were suspended following the tragedy. Punjab's Chief Minister Parkash Singh Badal has already turned down the resignation sent by Medical Education and Research Minister Tikshan Sud who resigned owning moral responsibility for the incident.