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Smoke and mirrors: Michelle Obama talks teen life and tabloid scrutiny with Malia and Sasha
Michelle Obama discusses the unique challenges of parenting Malia and Sasha, highlighting how their teenage smoking experiences were often sensationalised by the tabloids.
Barack Obama admits to 'deep deficit' in marriage after White House years
Barack Obama opens up about the challenges he faced in his marriage to Michelle after their time in the White House, revealing a 'deep deficit' and how he has worked to reconnect with her.
LOOK: Barack Obama photobombs family's cherry blossom photo shoot, creating a viral sensation
A Washington DC family’s cherry blossom photo shoot takes an unexpected turn when former President Barack Obama strolls into their frame, creating a viral moment filled with laughter and surprise.
No regrets: Ebrahim Rasool stands firm despite 'race-baiting' accusations
Ebrahim Rasool, the South African ambassador expelled from the US, returned home to a raucous welcome, vowing to continue his fight against accusations of being a 'race-baiting politician'.
‘Obsessive targeting of South Africa’: Ambassador Patrick Gaspard calls out Washington
Former US Ambassador Patrick Gaspard criticises Washington's unilateral actions against South Africa, highlighting the recent expulsion of Ambassador Ebrahim Rasool and its implications for diplomatic relations.
Et tu, Brute? – Et tu, Trumpie?
Shakespeare’s Julius Caesar unravels themes of conspiracy, political ambition, and ultimate downfall. Donald Trump’s rise and the subsequent fracture he has sown across America present a contemporary enactment of this classic tragedy
Judge denies union bid to halt Donald Trump firing of government workers
In a significant blow to federal workers, Judge Christopher Cooper denied unions' emergency bid to halt the termination of 6,700 IRS employees on probation.
Trump's military overhaul: Transgender ban and Iron Dome plans revealed
In a sweeping series of military reforms, Donald Trump has signed multiple executive orders including a controversial ban on transgender personnel and plans for an American Iron Dome defence system. The former president's orders, signed aboard Air Force One, signal a dramatic shift in US military policy and have drawn immediate criticism from current defence officials.
Donald Trump pledges 'golden age' on being sworn in as US president
US President Donald Trump delivers his inaugural address after being sworn in as the the 47th president of the United States. Trump was set to kickstart his new term with a blitz of immediate orders on immigration and the US culture wars.
Donald Trump sworn in for second term as US President, vowing sweeping change
Donald Trump inaugurated for second term as US President, promising major changes.
Obama calls for unity and respect for democratic process following US election results
United States former President Barack Obama responded to the results of the US presidential election with a message of respect for the democratic process and a call for unity.
Abortion Rights vs Palestinian Lives: The Cynical Game of American Politics
The Democrats are just as complicit as Republican Trump, for refusing to recognise the sexual reproductive rights of women, writes Phakamile Hlubi-Majola.
This is why Springsteen is endorsing Kamala Harris in 2024 US elections
Bruce Springsteen showed his support for the Democrat candidate Kamala Harris by posting an Instagram Reel in which he voiced his support for her in a video recorded at a diner.
Removal of Mandela’s statue from any public space cannot obliterate history
The Democrats are equating Mandela to the Republican 2024 presidential nominee and former US president Donald Trump, who stands convicted of felony
Kamala Harris, Democrats out to destroy Trump and secure women’s votes
The impact on the Western World, America itself and the Free World, as we know it today, could be devastating, should the cackling Kamala Harris and her far left Democratic cabal be victorious come November!
Tyla’s ‘Jump’ makes Barack Obama’s 2024 summer playlist
The former US president has included the 22-year-old Grammy winner on his 2024 summer playlist.
US President Joe Biden to address America as clock ticks on presidency
With the world's eyes already on a looming clash between Vice President Kamala Harris and Donald Trump, President Joe Biden will insist in his address to the nation that he still has work to do despite his historic decision to bow out.