Obama freezes salaries on first day in office
President Obama summons advisers to deal with war and recession. more...
Obama becomes U.S. president
Barack Husein Obama takes the oath of office and becomes the United States' 44th president. more...
Inauguration triggers joy around the world
The arrival of a new U.S. president triggers joy and jubilation in a world made weary by warfare, recession and fear. more...
A country comes together
The inauguration of America's first black president is united people from many walks of life. more...
Relations with Canada
Canada's ambassador to the U.S. is praising Barack Obama's leadership, saying he can't wait to work together. more...
The End of Bush
George W. Bush says he acted in the U.S.'s best interest, and defends his actions in Iraq and Afghanistan. more...
A moment in comics history
An edition of Spider-Man set at the inauguration takes Obama to super-hero status. more...

















