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At 106, She Breaks Into Jig Upon Meeting President & First Lady -WATCH

A woman who has lived for 106 years thought she would never live to see a day that she would walk into the White...

Reese Witherspoon, Miss Piggy Light White House Christmas Tree With Obamas (Watch)

Barack Obama, his two daughters, and Michelle switched on the National Christmas Tree with some help from actress Reese Witherspoon and the musical guests. Miss...

Veteran Homelessness Has Been Ended in Virginia, First State to Do It

Virginia has become the first state in the U.S. to be certified as effectively ending homelessness among military veterans. By incorporating the principles of Housing...

3,456 Schools Get New Salad Bars

8.4 million dollars have been raised so far in the Salad Bars to Schools initiative. Since its launch in 2010, the partnership has granted 3,456 salad bars to...
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Tracking Santa With Help From NORAD

Those looking to get the timing just right for setting out the milk and cookies have a few tools to make sure everything is...
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World Honors Mandela (1918-2013) as Champion of Freedom and Reconciliation

Former South African President Nelson Mandela was hailed on Thursday as a champion of reconciliation who 'achieved more than could be expected of any...
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US Child Obesity Rate Begins Falling in Many States

After decades of rising rates, obesity among low-income preschoolers declined in 19 states and U.S. territories, according to the latest report from the Centers...
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White House Exceeds Private Sector Hiring Goal for Veterans

First Lady Michelle Obama announced at a Naval base today that 2,000 businesses around the country have hired or trained more than 125,000 military...
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Disney to Scrap Junk Food Ads on its TV Channels and Website

Michelle Obama joined Disney executives today to announce an unprecedented move in the battle against childhood obesity. The media company will eliminate the advertising...
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Military Families to Get Free Passes to National Parks

Members of the U.S. military and their families are being given free annual passes to national parks and iconic national monuments as part of...
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Obama Plays Comedian-in-Chief at Media Correspondents Dinner (Video)

On Saturday night, President Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama attended the White House Correspondent's Dinner, hosted by Jimmy Kimmel, the annual social event...
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6 Moms We’d Like to Go to Work With on Take Your Daughter to Work Day

Today is Take Your Daughter (and Sons) to Work Day, and while we don’t begrudge the right of kids to tail their parents on...
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Bo Obama Visits Wounded Soldiers With First Lady for Easter

The First Dog got into the swing of Easter this week by sporting some fetching pink bunny ears on a visit with his mom...
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First Lady Announces 15,000 Jobs for Military Spouses

First Lady Michelle Obama yesterday unveiled a new hiring effort that will deliver thousands of portable, flexible job opportunities to military spouses. Eleven companies...
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GE to Hire 5000 Returning Veterans; States Also Seeking to Spur Jobs for Soldiers

A combination of activity is underway across government and industry has to help spur the hiring of soldiers returning from Iraq and Afghanistan. General...
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Ellen DeGeneres Helps Heroic Teacher Who Pledged to Work for Free

Last month, teachers in Chester, Pennsylvania were hailed as heroes when they pledged to work for free after their school district ran out of...
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Walmart’s Big Plan To Feed The Food Deserts Of The U.S.

Teaming up with Michelle Obama, the discount giant is moving into neighborhoods where there are no grocery stores. Altruism or savvy business move? A...
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Women of Courage Awardees Set Example for the World

On Tuesday, the 100th anniversary of International Women's Day, First Lady Michelle Obama joined Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton to recognize ten remarkable...
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Motown Legends Take the Stage at White House Event (Video)

The White House celebrated Black History Month Thursday night with a tribute to the legendary Motown Records. Hosted by the President and First Lady,...
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Obamas Encourage Breastfeeding in Battle on Childhood Obesity

First lady Michelle Obama will be speaking out to remove barriers to breastfeeding, throwing the spotlight on nursing as a way to reduce childhood...