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Jim Watson: Jessica Smith/Metro; Barack Obama: Saul Loeb/The Associated Press
January 25, 2012
Ottawa Mayor Jim Watson delivered his State of the City Address yesterday, the morning after U.S. President Barack Obama gave his State of the Union Address in Washington.
November 02, 2010
Zombie fans are really into zombie TV shows, every animated GIF you'll ever need, and taking the hot air out of the Rally to Restore Sanity.
Editorial Cartoon for May 31, 2010
May 31, 2010
Note to Ottawa: America's problems are our problems
February 09, 2010
Before everyone gets down on Barack Obama, it should be remembered that it was George W. Bush who gave the country two wars, a staggering deficit and debt, no health care or environmental plan, a disparaged worldwide reputation and an economy on the verge of collapse.
Obama's first year has America back on the high road
December 22, 2009
At long last, the United States will get a semblance of a decent health care system. Barring some unforeseen reversal, U.S. President Barack Obama’s reform package will receive final approval next month.
Obama takes a jab at Sidney Crosby during White House visit
September 11, 2009
United States President Barack Obama welcomed the 2009 Stanley Cup champion Pittsburgh Penguins to the White House Thursday.
Did Susan say no to Obama?
May 12, 2009
Britain’s Got Talent phenomenon Susan Boyle is getting so famous so fast that she’s even had to turn down some pretty impressive invitations.
Obama says U.S. economy beginning to show ’glimmers of hope’
April 10, 2009
Acknowledges that “we’ve still got a lot of work to do”
60 Minutes shines
March 24, 2009
60 Minutes has thrown a few haymakers in recent weeks: The first interview with hero pilot Chesley Sullenberger; a long-sought talk with Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke; and a sit-down with President Barack Obama.
Obama 3.0
February 26, 2009
As a politician, U.S. President Barack Obama does his best to manage people’s emotions. This week we saw it yet again.
Media compliance made for a smooth Obama visit
February 24, 2009
Just being in the presence of Barack Obama elevated the stature of Stephen Harper last week.
Bill Clinton talks Palestine, the stimulus bill and BlackBerrys with Larry King
February 22, 2009
Former U.S. president Bill Clinton talks to CNN's Larry King about BlackBerrys, his politics-devoted family, Palestine and the stimulus bill.
Thousands greet Obama
February 20, 2009
Crowds of energetic supporters of U.S. President Barack Obama began gathering on Parliament Hill and along Wellington Street at around 10 a.m. Thursday morning.
Expats ‘ecstatic’ for Obama visit
February 20, 2009
While it seemed that all of Ottawa was caught up in Obamamania Thursday, the day was extra special for Americans living in the nation’s capital.
Obama's Canadian trip just as much about the international community
February 19, 2009
What did U.S. President Obama and Prime Minister Harper get out of Thursday's fleeting visit?
City buses signed out for security detail
February 19, 2009
As OC Transpo struggles to meet service demands, police agencies have appropriated almost two dozen buses for security teams during U.S. President Barack Obama’s visit today.
Obligation not celebration
February 19, 2009
Barack Obama comes to Ottawa today, and you have to wonder why. He will see nothing of the capital and the capital will see nothing of him.
Talking hoops and pucks
February 19, 2009
Obama and Harper will likely at least touch on at some point today — sports — specifically hockey and basketball.
City prepares for Obama visit
February 18, 2009
The best place to see U.S. President Barack Obama while he’s in Ottawa is on television, but security officials are advising residents that Parliament Hill is the place to be if you must see him in person.
‘Heartfelt thanks’ for Afghanistan: Obama
February 18, 2009
A dramatic improvement in the Afghan war effort could convince Canadians to remain engaged in the troubled country past 2011, when troops are due to return home, U.S.
Ottawa rolling out the red carpet for Obama visit
February 17, 2009
It's just a quick, half-day, business trip -- a courtesy call stopover to the neighbours’ office.
Magic dims as Obama settles into presidential role
February 15, 2009
You can tell when a magician loses his touch. Even if the tricks work, you can see the effort involved. U.S. President Barack Obama was travelling the country this week, working hard to pull more than $800 billion US out of his hat to help the U.S. economy.
She’s Obama’s favourite
January 28, 2009
How does a designer become the choice of a First Lady? We chat with one of Michelle Obama's favourite inaugural designers, Maria Cornejo.
Athletes get swept up in Obamania
January 21, 2009
Somewhere, Jackie Robinson was cartwheeling Tuesday.
Editorial Cartoon for January 21, 2009
January 21, 2009
Will Foxx continue Obama imitations?
January 21, 2009
Jamie Foxx might have already lined up his next big movie role, usmagazine.com reports.
Michelle's fashion statement: Women in charge
January 21, 2009
America’s new first lady nailed it. From the yellow wool lace dress and matching coat at yesterday's inauguration to the remarkable white sweeping gown she chose for the inaugural balls, Michelle Obama's first official tour of duty was as eloquent, as poignant, and frankly as pretty as her husband’s historic speech.
The Dream is realized
January 21, 2009
You could see it on the thousands of black faces in the crowd at Barack Obama's inauguration yesterday: The Dream is realized.
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