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Former US President Barack Obama speaks at a Biden-Harris drive-in rally in Miami, Florida
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Barack Obama

Barack Obama was elected as the first African American president of the United States in 2008, and won reelection for a second term in 2012. In 2009, the first year he took office, he also received the Nobel Peace Prize.

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Billie Eilish singing in a microphone.

Use, and misuse, of music in US presidential campaigns

Use, and misuse, of music in US presidential campaigns

As Billie Eilish endorses Kamala Harris, here's a look at the history of music in political campaigns.
MusicSeptember 18, 2024
Barack and Michelle Obama at the DNC

US Democrats buzzing with the themes of hope and change

US Democrats buzzing with the themes of hope and change

Barack and Michelle Obama deliver headline speeches on the second day of Democratic National Convention.
PoliticsAugust 21, 202402:09 min
A screen showing a fake video of former US President Barack Obama, overlaid with software elements of facial mapping

Fact check: How do I spot audio deepfakes?

Fact check: How do I spot audio deepfakes?

Audio deepfakes are considered a major disinformation threat and are difficult to debunk. These tips can help.
PoliticsAugust 14, 2024
Kamala Harris and Barack Obama smiling

Obamas call US presidential candidate Kamala Harris

Obamas call US presidential candidate Kamala Harris

Kamala Harris has gained perhaps her most important endorsement so far, from Barack and Michelle Obama.
PoliticsJuly 26, 202400:54 min
Picture of Bruce Springsteen, a man in a dark shirt, smiling and playing a guitar onstage.

Bruce Springsteen's 'Born in the U.S.A.': Misinterpreted hit

Bruce Springsteen's 'Born in the U.S.A.': Misinterpreted hit

As the album gets a special edition reissue marking its 40th year, its eponymous track has its own storied reception.
MusicJune 14, 2024
Many colorful ties are hung side by side.

Necktie Day: From status symbol to fashion accessory

Necktie Day: From status symbol to fashion accessory

Managers and politicians wear ties, and on special occasions they reflect good manners.
LifestyleOctober 18, 2023
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People standing around a stand giving away 'Banned Books'

Barack Obama condemns 'profoundly misguided' book bans

In an open letter, former US President Barack Obama has criticized efforts to ban books from public school libraries.
LiteratureJuly 21, 2023
Activists holding signs at a protest

COP26: 'Two realities' for climate delegates

Time is running out for negotiators at the climate conference in Glasgow, Scotland.
Nature and EnvironmentNovember 9, 2021
Bruce Springsteen, left, appears with former President Barack Obama during their podcast of conversations recorded at Springsteen's home studio in New Jersey.

'Renegades: Born in the USA' now a book

Reprising their hit podcast, Barack Obama and Bruce Springsteen journey into the American soul in a new book.
CultureOctober 26, 2021
Bela B. playing a drum set during a concert in Cologne.

How celebrities influence German elections

The election campaign is entering the final phase — and culture is again playing a leading role.
CultureSeptember 16, 2021
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