Saturday, March 22, 2014

Rewarding Women's Hard Work and Increasing the Minimum Wage

 
 
 
 


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Weekly Address: Rewarding Women's Hard Work and Increasing the Minimum Wage

In this week's address, President Obama highlights the importance of making sure our economy rewards the hard work of every American -- including America's women.

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  Weekly Wrap Up

POTUS Fills Out His Brackets

For the sixth straight year, the President filled out his brackets for the NCAA men's and women's basketball tournaments. On the men's side, he has Louisville, Michigan State, Florida, and Arizona headed to the Final Four, with the Spartans winning it all.

Tweet: President Obama fills out his bracket

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24 Army Veterans Receive the Medal of Honor

On Tuesday, President Obama awarded the Medal of Honor to 24 Army veterans for their service in World War II, the Korean War, and the Vietnam War. Nineteen of them were previously overlooked for the Medal of Honor due to their racial or ethnic backgrounds.

"No nation is perfect," the President said at the ceremony. "But here in America, we confront our imperfections and face a sometimes painful past, including the truth that some of these soldiers fought and died for a country that did not always see them as equal."

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President Obama's Nowruz Message

As families and friends gathered around the As families and friends gather around the Sofreh-e Haft Sin to celebrate Nowruz, President Obama offered his best wishes for the new spring and new year.

In his message, the President speaks directly to the people and leaders of the Islamic Republic of Iran about the possibility for the first time in many years of a new chapter in the history of Iran and its role in the world -- including a better relationship with the United States and the American people.

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The First Lady in China: Robotics Classes, Ping Pong, and More

The First Lady arrived in Beijing on Thursday, where she met with First Lady Peng Liyuan, visited the Beijing Normal School, and took in historic local sites.

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Friday, March 21, 2014

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U.S. Army Chief Warrant Officer 2 Jessie Freeman, left, U.S. Army Capt. Katherine Wemp prepare their UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter during preflight operations on Kandahar Airfield before conducting a mission in Afghanistan's Kandahar province, March 12, 2014. Wemp, a pilot, commands Company A, 2nd General Support Aviation Battalion, 1st Aviation Regiment. Freeman is a pilot assigned to the unit.
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Artillery Marines prepare the M777 155 mm howitzer system for night-fire operations during Operation Spartan Fury 14.2 at Pohakuloa Training Area, Hawaii, March 15, 2014. The Marines are assigned to Bravo Battery, 1st Battalion, 12th Marine Regiment.
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Navy Petty Officer 3rd Class Spencer Greer kisses his wife after the return of the guided-missile frigate USS Simpson to Mayport, Fla., March 20, 2014, from a six-month deployment to the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. The Simpson conducted more than 700 flight hours and traveled more than 35,000 nautical miles to support regional and maritime security. Greer is an electronics technician.
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U.S. Navy Petty Officer 2nd Class Mike Burnett watches the exterior of a P-8A Poseidon during a high-frequency radio check before a mission to assist in the search for Malaysia Airlines Flight 370 in Perth, Australia, March 20. Burnett is an electronic warfare operator assigned to Patrol Squadron 16, which is deployed in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility to support security and stability in the Indo-Asia-Pacific region.
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A landing support specialist signals to a CH-53E Super Stallion during an exercise at Davis Airfield on Camp Lejeune, N.C., March 19, 2014. Marines from 1st Battalion, 10th Marine Regiment brought two M777 howitzers for the training. The specialist is assigned to Combat Logistics Regiment 2, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, 2nd Marine Expeditionary Force.
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Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel welcomes Secretary of Homeland Security Jeh Johnson to the Pentagon, March 21, 2014. The two leaders discussed mutual interests between the two departments. Johnson was the Defense Department's general counsel before his current position.
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A U.S. Army Special Forces soldier provides security during a clearing operation in Denasaro Kelay village in the Mizan district of Zabul province, Afghanistan, March 8, 2014. The soldiers, assigned to Combined Joint Special Operations Task Force Afghanistan, assisted Afghan commandos with efforts to disrupt insurgent movement in the area.
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The President's review of big data and privacy

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The President's review of big data and privacy

In January, President Obama spoke about changes in the technology we use for national security purposes, and what they mean for our privacy broadly.

He launched a 90-day review of big data and privacy: how they affect the way we live, and the way we work -- and how data is being used by universities, the private sector, and the government.

As part of that review, we've already heard from leading privacy advocates and industry leaders, among others.

But this is a conversation that affects all Americans, and we want to make sure you have a chance to be a part of it. We want your input.

Take a moment to tell us what you think about big data, privacy, and what it means to you.

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Watch the First Lady's Travel Journal

 
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Watch the First Lady's Travel Journal

First Lady Michelle Obama arrived in Beijing yesterday to start her official visit to China. During her first day, she toured the Forbidden City with First Lady Peng Liyuan, and talked with students at Beijing Normal School.

Watch First Lady Michelle Obama recap Day One.

Hear from First Lady Michelle Obama as she recaps day one of her trip to China.

 
 

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Improving Economic Opportunity for Women and Working Families

President Obama traveled to Orlando to talk about improving economic opportunity for America's women and working families. Speaking at Valencia College, where more than half of the students are women, the President explained that women face "particular challenges" in our economy.

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President Obama Updates the American People on the Situation in Ukraine

President Obama updated the American people on the situation in Ukraine and the steps the United States is taking in response. Diplomacy between the United States and Russia continues, President Obama said, and Russia still has a different path available, "one that involves Russia pursuing a diplomatic solution with the government in Kyiv, with the support of the international community."

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Tell Us What You Think About Big Data and Privacy

The White House Office of Science and Technology Policy already released a formal Request for Information seeking comments from the public on the review of big data. But we want to make it even easier for you to participate in this important process.

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  Today's Schedule

All times are Eastern Time (ET)

10:15 AM: The Vice President speaks to the National Association of Community Health Centers 2014 Policy and Issues Forum

10:30 AM: The President receives the Presidential Daily Briefing

1:15 PM: Press Briefing by Press Secretary Jay Carney

4:05 PM: The President meets with Internet CEOs

5:00 PM: Dr. Biden meets with teachers from the Santa Barbara Unified School District

10:00 PM: The Vice President attends a DNC event

 
 

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2014-03-21 13:41:07 (M6.5) NICOBAR ISLANDS, INDIA REGION 7.8 94.3 (442af)

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M6.5 - NICOBAR ISLANDS, INDIA REGION

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Magnitude 6.5
Date-Time
  • 21 Mar 2014 13:41:07 UTC
  • 21 Mar 2014 19:41:08 near epicenter
  • 21 Mar 2014 03:41:07 standard time in your timezone
Location 7.769N 94.325E
Depth 10 km
Distances
  • 113 km (70 mi) E of Mohean, India
  • 234 km (145 mi) NNW of Sabang, Indonesia
  • 268 km (166 mi) NNW of Banda Aceh, Indonesia
  • 319 km (197 mi) NW of Sigli, Indonesia
  • 946 km (586 mi) SW of Bangkok, Thailand
Location Uncertainty Horizontal: 0.0 km; Vertical 2.1 km
Parameters Nph = 103; Dmin = 403.7 km; Rmss = 1.06 seconds; Gp = 71°
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Helados La Tapatia, Inc. Retira Productos Debido a un Posible Riesgo de Salud

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Thursday, March 20, 2014

The Rhodes Ahead: The First Lady's Trip to China

 
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The Rhodes Ahead: The First Lady's Trip to China

First Lady Michelle Obama is in China for an official visit, meeting with students and visiting historical and cultural sites across the country. Deputy National Security Advisor Ben Rhodes and Chief of Staff to the First Lady Tina Tchen sat down to preview the trip.

Learn more about her visit, and find out how you can participate and follow along.

 Deputy National Security Advisor Ben Rhodes and the First Lady's Chief of Staff Tina Tchen preview First Lady Michelle Obama's official visit to China.

 
 

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President Obama's Bracket for the 2014 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament

For the sixth straight year, President Obama sat down to fill out his brackets for the NCAA basketball tournaments. On the men's side, the President has Louisville, Michigan State, Florida, and Arizona headed to the Final Four.

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As Families Gather Around the Nowruz Table, President Obama Speaks to the People and Leaders of Iran

As families and friends celebrate Nowruz, President Obama extends his best wishes for the new spring and new year. In his message, the President speaks directly to the people and leaders of Iran about the possibility of a new chapter in the country's history and its role in the world -- including a better relationship with the United States and the American people.

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Updating the White House Privacy Policy

On April 18, we will be updating our White House privacy policy. Our online presence and infrastructure has evolved to include new capabilities, like expanded use of mobile and email technology, and we need a privacy policy that reflects that growth and is appropriate for the rest of the administration.

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  Today's Schedule

All times are Eastern Time (ET)

11:00 AM: The President delivers a statement on Ukraine

11:05 AM: The President departs the White House

11:20 AM: The President departs Joint Base Andrews

1:25 PM: The President arrives in Orlando, Florida

2:00 PM: The President takes part in a roundtable with Valencia College students and local workers

2:30 PM: The President delivers remarks on improving economic opportunity for women and working families

3:45 PM: The President departs Orlando, Florida

4:35 PM: The President arrives in Miami, Florida

5:10 PM: The President attends a DNC event

6:30 PM: The Vice President attends an event for Representative Steve Israel

7:35 PM: The President delivers remarks and answer questions at a DCCC dinner

8:50 PM: The President departs Miami, Florida

11:05 PM: The President arrives at Joint Base Andrews

11:20 PM: The President arrives at the White House

 
 

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