Obama's election machine revs its engines

President Barack Obama has begun a bus tour of the Midwest, focusing on jobs and the economy, and aiming to leave behind doubts about his leadership.

Obama's enemies at home

Who wants to kill the American president? And how likely are they to succeed?

US drops Iran diplomacy

The Islamic regime has been given the clearest sign yet that the Obama administration's tentative policy of diplomatic engagement.

Obama: 'Bush with a smile'?

It’s one year since the US president’s historic election. Has he become trapped in his own lofty rhetoric?

Obama’s melodies may need some fine-tuning

When the trumpeter blew his horn on Saturday afternoon welcoming President Barack Obama to Ghana, he responded rhythmically by saying: “I like this.”

Obama unveils new plan to slash rising healthcare costs

Obama's initiative came as his Democratic allies in Congress embark on the task of moving healthcare legislation.

On the cusp of change

Chris McGreal speaks to Americans about Barack Obama’s first 100 days as president .

US split on torture as polls approve Obama's first 100 days

A narrow majority of Americans back the president's decision to release Bush administration torture memos amid high approval ratings.

Where is the new JFK we expected?

Barack Obama was meant to sweep into town looking unassailable. Instead he arrives beleaguered, with an awful lot to prove.

The Obama effect

Susan Peppercorn considers the likely impacts his presidency has on the MBA world.

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