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Barack Obama waits for White House in Washington — World News from Times Online 1/1/2009
Barack Obama moves his family to a luxury hotel in Washington this weekend to begin a life very different from the crime-ridden neighbourhoods and Aids-infested housing projects a stone's throw from the White House.

George Bush Snr would like to see son Jeb in White House — World News from Times Online 1/4/2009
As the world prepares to bid a less-than-fond farewell to President Bush, the founder of the political dynasty is hinting that Washington may not have seen the last of his family.

Panetta Tapped for CIA Director — WSJ.com: What's News US 1/5/2009
Obama chose former Clinton White House chief of staff Leon Panetta to run the CIA. Panetta was a surprise pick for the post, with no experience in the intelligence world.