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Obama sworn in as 44th President in Washington
Vice-President Joe Biden, his wife, Jill, Michelle Obama and President Barack Obama waves at former President George Bush leaves the Capitol in a military helicopter following the Obama Inauguration Ceremony on Capitol Hill in Washington on January 20, 2009. (UPI Photo/John Anderson)

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Rough times ahead for Obama
The new U.S. Supreme Court term that begins shortly on the first Monday in October promises to be a rough one for President Obama and his appointment power, and a good one for Republicans.
Republican congressman suggests way to reopen government
A member of Congress said Saturday the U.S. government shutdown could be resolved by passing a budget and raising the federal debt limit in one move.
The U.S. Department of Defense said Saturday it is recalling nearly half of the 800,000 federal workers on furlough due to the government shutdown.
Secretary of State John Kerry said Saturday the U.S. government shutdown due to "political silliness" put's the nation's global reputation is at risk.
Websites where consumers sign up for the new U.S. healthcare law were partially suspended Saturday to fix "glitches" in the system, federal officials say.
U.S. President Barack Obama's approval rating has fallen 3 points since the federal government shutdown, to one of the lowest levels in two years, a poll found.
Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton says the world is watching the U.S. government shutdown closely, as Americans view it with "bewilderment and disgust."
Ayatollah backs Iranian president's talks in New York
Iranian leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has expressed support for Iranian President Hassan Rouhani's participation in renewed talks on Iran's nuclear program.
Obama: 'Stop this farce'
U.S. President Barack Obama Saturday called the federal shutdown a "farce," urging Congress to pass a budget, "pay our bills" and avoid "an economic shutdown."
Tropical Storm Karen was weakening in the Gulf of Mexico Friday, but the White House said federal resources are preparing to deal with the storm if necessary.
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2013 Presidents Cup played at Muirfield Village Golf Club in Dublin, Ohio
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Former U.S. President George W. Bush (C) points to the crowd as he stands on the first tee box at the 2013 Presidents Cup at Muirfield Village Golf Club in Dublin, Ohio on October 3, 2013. UPI/Brian Kersey