The slogan goes, “You never get a second chance to make a first impression.” But the Obamas recovered nicely in their second visit to Buckingham Palace this week.
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Introducing: The Barack Obama SEAL Team Six Action Figure
After the excitement of hearing that President Obama orchestrated the strike and kill against Osama bin Laden, it didn’t take long to put out an action figure of the Commander in Chief.
Quotes: Obama Describes Watching Osama Raid
“It was the longest 40 minutes of my life.”
— PRESIDENT OBAMA, describing what it was like to watch the raid on Osama bin Laden’s compound, in a 60 Minutes interview aired Sunday night on CBS (via Yahoo News)
Did The Rock Really Hear About bin Laden’s Death from His Navy Seal Cousin?
It’s common knowledge that ‘The Rock’ loves spending his spare time in Abbottabad, Pakistan, right?
Why ‘Geronimo?’ For Some, Bin Laden Code Name Holds Anti-Native American Implications
In the situation room Sunday, President Obama waited to hear if Geronimo was dead. Then word came. “We’ve IDed Geronimo,” said a voice.
Quotes: How Barack Obama is Like ‘The Godfather’
“He gives the order and then sits through the Correspondents’ Dinner, cracking jokes about Trump. Like Michael Corleone at the baptism.”
— SCOTT ROSENBERG, scriptwriter and producer, on President Obama’s order of dispatching …
No Time Wasted: Anti-Osama Merchandise Rapidly Multiplies Online
The Sept. 11 attacks and Osama bin Laden triggered a new industry centered around airport security. Now, his death has triggered an uptick in the funny T-shirt business.
Reading While Eating for May 2: Eight In-Depth Looks at bin Laden’s Death
Take a look at these links for a more in-depth understanding of yesterday’s events.
At New York’s Ground Zero: Crowds, Chaos and Some Closure
There was perhaps no place more fitting to go than the place where it all began. As President Obama wrapped up his remarks, confirming the death of public enemy No.1, Osama bin Laden, a few people started to gather at New York’s …
Quotes: Barack Obama on Mark Zuckerberg’s Wardrobe
“My name is Barack Obama, and I’m the guy that got Mark [Zuckerberg] to wear a jacket and tie.”
— PRESIDENT OBAMA, during an interview with founder Mark Zuckerberg at Facebook’s headquarters on Wednesday (via Huffington Post. …
Korean Pop Star Rain Wins TIME 100 Poll — Again
He’s done it again, and we’re not surprised.
Reading While Eating for April 5: Athletic Aspirations
From bovine-back riding to Barack basketball, today’s links appeal to the sportsman in all of us.