Barack Obama

14:37, 17 JUN 2026

Bono and The Edge to perform at new Obama centre opening in 'generational moment'

Bono is set to reunite with Obama as the former US president opens a new educational center in Chicago this weekend.

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Barack Obama breaks silence on Trump's vile apes meme and warns of loss of decorum in US politics

Barack Obama has broken his silence after Donald Trump shared a racist video depicting the former president and his wife Michelle as primates in a jungle

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Michael Martin's White House visit slammed after Donald Trump's racist video of Obamas

The video, which was shared on Trump’s Truth Social account, depicted the Obamas’ faces superimposed on the bodies of cartoon apes dancing to The Lion Sleeps Tonight

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Barack Obama receives the freedom of Dublin city amid criticism of award - LIVE updates

Despite some backlash to the decision, former US President Barack Obama will receive the freedom of Dublin city on Thursday ahead of a speaking event at the 3Arena on Friday

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The Irish roots of the Pittsburgh Steelers ahead of historic NFL match in Croke Park

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The Steelers' relationship with Ireland is a long and storied one, stretching back to the 1840s and the Famine, when the Rooney family emigrated from Down to America, eventually settling in Pittsburgh

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Holly Cairns defends Eoin Hayes after 'blackface' photos spark controversy

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Social Democrats leader Holly Cairns has said Eoin Hayes deserves a chance to regain trust after apologising for wearing blackface 16 years ago.

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'America is like a 21st century Krakatoa set to erupt and consume itself'

"From Ireland to the US and Gaza to Poland, so much bad blood is flowing though the veins of our poisoned planet"

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Irish genealogist shares moment Michelle Obama told daughters their ancestor was trolled in 1726 Dublin

A pamphlet railed against Obama's Co Offaly ancestor 300 years ago but he still got elected

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Barack and Michelle Obama team up with Seinfeld creator for new comedy show

The sketch show featuring Barack and Michelle Obama is expected to explore overlooked and likely hilariously fictionalized historical moments through the lens of Larry David

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Barack Obama to appear on stage in Dublin at live event later this year

Former US President Barack Obama will take part in two live events in London and Dublin in September

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Truth behind Barack and Michelle Obama divorce rumours spilled by Meghan McCain

Barack and Michelle Obama have been rumoured to be on the brink of a divorce for months, with the speculation intensifying following her decision to skip Donald Trump's inauguration

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Beyoncé, Lizzo, Barack Obama and more honour the importance of Juneteenth 2023

Juneteenth is a holiday that has been celebrated for over 150 years, but it was only in 2021 that US President Joe Biden signed on to make it an official federal holiday

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Gary Lineker starts new career as a fashion model at 62 as he remembers 'hellish' style

Gary Lineker is releasing a new fashion range with Next as he talks about not always being the fashion icon that he is now

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Explosive podcast claims Joe Biden said 'I hate the English' in behind-closed-doors rant

President Joe Biden's alleged 'snubbing' of King Charles III's coronation last week was discussed on a political podcast in the UK

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Twitter boss Elon Musk's picks three celebs to personally pay blue ticks for

Elon Musk took away blue ticks on Twitter this week, so users must pay a subscription to be 'verified' - but some celebs still appear to have theirs

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Ronnie O'Sullivan's ludicrous answer when naming most famous person in his phone book

Ronnie O'Sullivan

Ronnie 'The Rocket' O'Sullivan is arguably snooker's most famous star - but the seven-time world champion is nowhere near as well known as one of his phone contacts

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Barack Obama's Irish cousin says Joe Biden visit will be very positive for his ancestral towns

While Henry doesn't expect to meet Biden this time he recalls speaking to 'friendly Joe' in the White House

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Meghan Markle and Michelle Obama's real-life relationship amid savage South Park joke

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle seemed to have a good relationship with former President Barack Obama and his wife Michelle - but reports have suggested this may not be the case any more and now Meghan and Michelle's bond has been ridiculed on South Park

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R Kelly prosecutor to 'drop sex-abuse charges' after saying 'justice has been served'

Sex-abuse charges against disgraced R&B artist R Kelly will be dropped by a Chicago prosecutor who says they 'believe justice has been served'

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Iconic moment Queen broke royal protocol with US First Lady after immediate bond

Former US First Lady Michelle Obama recalled her special moment with the late Queen which took place during the couple's State Visit in 2009 in her autobiography 'Becoming'

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Michelle Obama 'couldn't stand' Barack when kids were young as she admits marriage issues

Former attorney and author Michelle Obama has revealed that she and husband Barack struggled while they were both trying to 'advance their careers' which led to her not being able to 'stand' her husband for over a decade

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Kanye West and model girlfriend split as Brazilian influencer tells fans she's 'single'

Kanye West and his Brazilian model girlfriend have seemingly called it quits after the 24-year-old influencer declared she is 'single' in a new post on Instagram

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Bono reveals he woke up in Abraham Lincoln's bedroom after boozy bash with Barack Obama

U2 frontman Bono has opened up on the time he fell asleep at the White House after having a few "strong cocktails" and red wine with the then-president, Barack Obama

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Former US president Barack Obama 'involved in talks' over deal to buy NBA giants

Current owner of the Phoenix Suns Robert Sarver is looking to sell the team for around $4 billion after he was suspended by the NBA following an investigation into his alleged inappropriate behaviour

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