White House

World War II pilot invited to Obama's inauguration

Colonel McGee is one of the exclusive few to receive an invitation to Barack Obama's inauguration.

Inside White House

Can Obama address match Abe Lincoln's gold standard?

Tuesday, 20 January 2009

Most inauguration speeches are dross. But a few inspire and unite the nation – and today America expects nothing less of its 44th president

'W' leaves note for Obama in Oval Office desk

Tuesday, 20 January 2009

Continuing a White House ritual, President George Bush left a note in the Oval Office for President-elect Barack Obama today, wishing him well as he takes the reins of the executive branch.

Through the keyhole at the White House

Tuesday, 20 January 2009

Tomorrow morning, the Obamas will wake up in some pretty cool digs. From FDR's private cinema to the bed where Barbra Streisand laid her head, Rupert Cornwell peers through the keyhole of America's historic – and iconic – First Residence

The new stars of Obama's West Wing

Tuesday, 20 January 2009

Forget CJ Cregg and Toby Ziegler. The new President's inner circle is infinitely more compelling than the cast of the hitTV show. Guy Adams introduces them

The long search for Kennedy's successor

Tuesday, 20 January 2009

This afternoon, when Barack Obama takes the Oath of Office, America's quest to find a truly transformational leader will finally be over.

The insider's guide to Obama's new Washington power map

Tuesday, 20 January 2009

Where will Michelle get her hair cut? Where will David Axelrod thrash out budget deals at 2am? And where will Jon Favreau grab his sausage sandwiches to go?

Obama Quiz: The answers

Tuesday, 20 January 2009

So, how well do you know Barack?

Tuesday, 20 January 2009

Every detail of his early life, marriage and political career has been under the microscope for months. But how much of his biography can you recite? John Walsh is your quizmaster