President Obama has retaken the oath of office, after a much-noticed inauguration blunder that was heard around the world. But he isn't the first to fluff his lines...
In pictures: the inauguration balls
With the ceremony over, it was time for the inauguration balls. How did the new president, his wife and the many dignitaries in attendance celebrate?
Inauguration day in pictures
A crowd of millions braved the chill of Washington for Obama's inauguration ceremony. See how the historic moment unfolded.
The president’s men and women
Meet the elite team handpicked by Barack Obama as he embarks on his tenure as 44th president of the United States.
All the presidents' dogs
In his victory speech, Obama promised his daughters a puppy for the White House. We take a look at some other presidential pooches.
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Obama's inaugural address
Barack Obama delivered his inaugural address to an estimated two million people in Washington DC. Read the president's historic speech in full.
Road to the White House
From his academic career and work as a civil rights lawyer to his historic election victory, explore Barack Obama's life and career with our interactive timeline.
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News poll: have your say
- What issue most merits Barack Obama's immediate attention when he becomes president of the United States of America?
- The economic crisis
56% - American foreign policy
10% - The war in Iraq
15% - American healthcare
3% - The war in Afghanistan
5% - Rising unemployment
4% - The energy crisis
1% - Global warming
6%
- The economic crisis