<![CDATA[Barack Obama]]>http://www.sheknows.com/ Wed, 24 Apr 2013 15:20:00 -0700 <![CDATA[President Obama will totally get a tattoo if his daughters do]]> http://www.sheknows.com/entertainment/articles/992201/president-obama-will-get-a-tattoo-if-his-daughters-do President Barack Obama might be the most powerful man in America, but at home he's just Sasha and Malia Obama's totally embarrassing dad. http://www.sheknows.com/entertainment/articles/992201/president-obama-will-get-a-tattoo-if-his-daughters-do Entertainment Celebrity Gossip Meagan Morris Thu, 11 Apr 2013 19:20:00 -0700 <![CDATA[Jay-Z did not get White House clearance to go to Cuba]]> http://www.sheknows.com/entertainment/articles/991049/jay-z-did-not-get-white-house-clearance-to-go-to-cuba Jay-Z and Beyoncé decided to go on a trip to Cuba for their five-year anniversary, but some lawmakers are questioning who said they could go. The White House says it wasn't the president. http://www.sheknows.com/entertainment/articles/991049/jay-z-did-not-get-white-house-clearance-to-go-to-cuba Entertainment Celebrity Gossip Jaclyn Brandt Fri, 05 Apr 2013 09:39:00 -0700 <![CDATA[Is Michelle Obama suddenly single?]]> http://www.sheknows.com/entertainment/articles/990463/michelle-obama-single-mother-slip A slip of the tongue revealed that first lady Michelle Obama may be a bit lonely in the White House while her husband slaves away in the Oval Office. http://www.sheknows.com/entertainment/articles/990463/michelle-obama-single-mother-slip Entertainment Celebrity Gossip Caroline Goddard Tue, 12 Feb 2013 10:41:00 -0800 <![CDATA[Obama-threatener Ted Nugent heading to State of the Union]]> http://www.sheknows.com/entertainment/articles/984957/ted-nugent-invited-by-republican-congressman-to-state-of-the-union Militant NRA spokesman and outspoken Obama opponent Ted Nugent is heading to Washington, D.C., to sit in on the State of the Union address. Bad idea? http://www.sheknows.com/entertainment/articles/984957/ted-nugent-invited-by-republican-congressman-to-state-of-the-union Entertainment Celebrity Gossip Caroline Goddard Mon, 04 Feb 2013 14:00:00 -0800 <![CDATA[President Obama says Boy Scouts should allow gay members]]> http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/984133/president-obama-says-boy-scouts-should-allow-gay-members The Boy Scouts of America, one of the most prominent youth development organizations, has been known to systematically discriminate against gays from becoming scouts and troop leaders. On Sunday, President Obama agreed that it's time for the ban on openly gay members to end. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/984133/president-obama-says-boy-scouts-should-allow-gay-members Parenting Parenting Tips & Advice Melissa Dunlap Thu, 24 Jan 2013 11:39:00 -0800 <![CDATA[Kelly Clarkson had mushrooms before inauguration performance]]> http://www.sheknows.com/entertainment/articles/983239/kelly-clarkson-dined-on-mushrooms-before-inauguration-performance Kelly Clarkson was on mushrooms when she sang "My Country, 'Tis of Thee" at President Obama's second inauguration ceremony — stuffed mushrooms, that is. http://www.sheknows.com/entertainment/articles/983239/kelly-clarkson-dined-on-mushrooms-before-inauguration-performance Entertainment Celebrity Gossip Joyce Slaton Wed, 23 Jan 2013 11:32:00 -0800 <![CDATA[2013 inauguration: What you didn't see on TV]]> http://www.sheknows.com/entertainment/articles/983121/2013-inauguration-what-you-didnt-see-on-tv Haven't we all thought it'd be cool to go to a presidential inauguration? Here's one look at this year's celebration. http://www.sheknows.com/entertainment/articles/983121/2013-inauguration-what-you-didnt-see-on-tv Entertainment Deirdre Kaye Wed, 23 Jan 2013 10:59:00 -0800 <![CDATA[More celebs react to Beyoncé's lip-synching "scandal"]]> http://www.sheknows.com/entertainment/articles/983113/more-celebs-react-to-beyonces-lip-synching-scandal After the scandal broke that Beyoncé had pre-recorded her song for Obama's inauguration, many celebrities asked: "Who cares?" http://www.sheknows.com/entertainment/articles/983113/more-celebs-react-to-beyonces-lip-synching-scandal Entertainment Celebrity Gossip Jaclyn Brandt Tue, 22 Jan 2013 18:52:00 -0800 <![CDATA[Inauguration or bust: That time I almost went to a ball]]> http://www.sheknows.com/entertainment/articles/983073/inauguration-or-bust-that-time-i-almost-went-to-a-ball This Inauguration was almost as special as the last one. In my infinite excitement over all things history and politics related, I begged our editor to let me go to D.C. and cover the events. I was going with or without a press pass... we might as well try, right? We didn't get a press pass, but I did score an invite to an Inaugural Ball. I felt pretty bad a**. Until I tried to get there... http://www.sheknows.com/entertainment/articles/983073/inauguration-or-bust-that-time-i-almost-went-to-a-ball Entertainment Deirdre Kaye Tue, 22 Jan 2013 15:49:00 -0800 <![CDATA[Wake up, Sasha: Inauguration moments that didn't make us yawn]]> http://www.sheknows.com/entertainment/articles/983037/wake-up-sasha-inauguration-moments-that-didnt-make-us-yawn Despite little Sasha Obama being on the brink of sleep during her daddy's big speech, President Obama's 2013 inauguration was full of moments that were anything but dull. Our eyes were wide open during the following four! http://www.sheknows.com/entertainment/articles/983037/wake-up-sasha-inauguration-moments-that-didnt-make-us-yawn Entertainment Julie Sprankles Tue, 22 Jan 2013 09:50:00 -0800 <![CDATA[Beyoncé lip-synced <em>The Star Spangled Banner</em> at inauguration]]> http://www.sheknows.com/entertainment/articles/982991/beyonce-did-lip-sync-the-star-spangled-banner-at-president-obama-inauguration The singer is considered one of the best, but decided to take no chances at President Obama's second inauguration by recording the song in advance. http://www.sheknows.com/entertainment/articles/982991/beyonce-did-lip-sync-the-star-spangled-banner-at-president-obama-inauguration Entertainment Celebrity Gossip Jaclyn Brandt Mon, 21 Jan 2013 20:15:00 -0800 <![CDATA[Michelle Obama's Inaugural Ball dress designer is...]]> http://www.sheknows.com/beauty-and-style/articles/982937/michelle-obamas-inaugural-ball-dress-designer-jason-wu It's official: First Lady Michelle Obama opted for a ruby red Jason Wu gown for the 2013 Inaugural Ball. http://www.sheknows.com/beauty-and-style/articles/982937/michelle-obamas-inaugural-ball-dress-designer-jason-wu Beauty & Style Fashion & Style Celebrity Style Meagan Morris Mon, 21 Jan 2013 12:30:00 -0800 <![CDATA[Sasha and Malia Obama: Fashion forward at the inauguration]]> http://www.sheknows.com/beauty-and-style/articles/982833/sasha-and-malia-obama-fashion-forward-at-the-inauguration Everyone might be focused on what First Lady Michelle Obama wore to the inauguration, but her daughters -- Sasha and Malia Obama -- were pretty fashion-forward, too. http://www.sheknows.com/beauty-and-style/articles/982833/sasha-and-malia-obama-fashion-forward-at-the-inauguration Beauty & Style Fashion & Style Celebrity Style Meagan Morris Mon, 21 Jan 2013 12:10:00 -0800 <![CDATA[Kelly Clarkson, Beyoncé get patriotic for the inauguration]]> http://www.sheknows.com/entertainment/articles/982845/kelly-clarkson-beyonce-sing-at-obamas-second-inauguration Kelly Clarkson and Beyoncé helped President Barack Obama ring in his second inauguration Monday morning with a couple of patriotic tunes. http://www.sheknows.com/entertainment/articles/982845/kelly-clarkson-beyonce-sing-at-obamas-second-inauguration Entertainment Television Meagan Morris Mon, 21 Jan 2013 11:42:00 -0800 <![CDATA[Obama's inauguration speech: Equal rights for all]]> http://www.sheknows.com/entertainment/articles/982851/obamas-second-inauguration-speech-highlights In an historic first, President Obama promised to focus on gay rights, women's rights and climate change along with immigration and the economy during his inauguration speech. http://www.sheknows.com/entertainment/articles/982851/obamas-second-inauguration-speech-highlights Entertainment Celebrity Gossip Caroline Goddard Mon, 21 Jan 2013 09:17:00 -0800 <![CDATA[Michelle Obama mixes high and low fashion for the inauguration]]> http://www.sheknows.com/beauty-and-style/articles/982827/michelle-obama-mixes-high-and-low-fashion-for-the-inauguration President Barack Obama took the oath of office for his second term on Monday morning, but all anyone really wants to talk about is First Lady Michelle Obama – specifically, her inaugural ceremony outfit and new bangs. http://www.sheknows.com/beauty-and-style/articles/982827/michelle-obama-mixes-high-and-low-fashion-for-the-inauguration Beauty & Style Fashion & Style Celebrity Style Meagan Morris Mon, 21 Jan 2013 07:00:00 -0800 <![CDATA[10 Facts to share with your kids about the presidential inauguration]]> http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/981673/kid-friendly-facts-about-the-presidential-inauguration On January 21, 2013, President Barack H. Obama will be inaugurated in Washington, DC. As you prepare to view this historic event with your children, share these 10 exciting facts about inaugural ceremonies, past and present. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/981673/kid-friendly-facts-about-the-presidential-inauguration Parenting Family Fun Family Activities Maria Mora Fri, 18 Jan 2013 14:00:00 -0800 <![CDATA[Inaugural luncheon recipes]]> http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/981915/inaugural-luncheon-recipes Jan. 21 is Inauguration Day and, while it’s a very important day politically, what’s even more exciting is the luncheon that follows. This year celebrate presidential style with some of the recipes from the very feast that the president will enjoy. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/981915/inaugural-luncheon-recipes Food & Recipes Entertaining Entertaining Menus & Recipes Katherine Martinelli Fri, 18 Jan 2013 10:30:00 -0800 <![CDATA[Inaugural boozy milkshake]]> http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/981869/inaugural-boozy-milkshake-recipe Whether you're a Republication or a Democrat Inauguration Day is a big deal. You can't help but feel a strong sense of pride and excitement when the president takes his oath in front of the entire country. Now, as fun as the inauguration is to go to, we much prefer watching it on the TV while sipping this patriotic boozy shake. It's so good I'm sure the president would approve. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/981869/inaugural-boozy-milkshake-recipe Food & Recipes Entertaining Wine & Drink Recipes Wine & Cocktail Recipes Claire Gallam Tue, 15 Jan 2013 13:48:00 -0800 <![CDATA[Chelsea Clinton headlines first National Day of Service]]> http://www.sheknows.com/entertainment/articles/982357/chelsea-clinton-headlines-first-national-day-of-service Chelsea Clinton will headline the nation's first National Day of Service on Saturday, Jan. 19, 2013, in honor of the Presidential Inauguration and Martin Luther King Jr. http://www.sheknows.com/entertainment/articles/982357/chelsea-clinton-headlines-first-national-day-of-service Entertainment Celebrity Gossip Kat Robinson Fri, 11 Jan 2013 12:34:00 -0800 <![CDATA[Etsy roundup: Inauguration-inspired items and decor]]> http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/981405/etsy-inauguration-inspired-items-and-decor This month we will celebrate another inauguration of our elected president. Regardless of how you voted or how you feel about President Barack Obama’s second term, we can all celebrate the fact that we are Americans and we have the right to vote. The artisans at Etsy don’t disappoint when it comes to patriotic flair so grab your hot dogs and your root beer floats and let’s celebrate! http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/981405/etsy-inauguration-inspired-items-and-decor Home Décor & Style Alicia McDonald