Gossip Girl Style

Going a bit popular cultury here, but I am in love with Gossip Girl right now. Without a doubt my favourite character is Blair Waldorf (Leighton Meester)- her style is flawless and divine. I also love Lily Van De Woodson but I shall save that till a future post. Meanwhile, enjoy this great Blair college I found on The Fashion Spot.

Mrs O to appear on Time cover

Reports suggest that Mrs. O will appear on the cover of Time Magazine, accompanied by a feature article and exclusive photographs by Callie Shell.

Capitol Hill Photography

In partnership with Political Style, its sister blog, Capitol Hill Photography has been opened today. Featuring images of Capitol Hill as well as our representatives, plus some of my own photographs from my visits and times at the heart of our nation's capital. Be sure to take a visit.

JFK awards recipiants for warning of financial crisis

BOSTON — Two U.S. federal regulators who sounded early warnings on the financial crisis and a Liberian peace activist who helped end that nation's civil war were honored for their efforts Monday at the John F. Kennedy Library in Boston.

Federal Deposit Insurance Corp. chairwoman Sheila Bair, former chairwoman of the Commodity Futures Trading Comission Brooksley Born, and peace activist Leymah Gbowee (LAY'-mah BOH'-wee) were presented with Profile in Courage Awards, annual honors named for a 1957 Pulitzer Prize-winning book written by John F. Kennedy.

"(It's) a special honor to present the award to three women who have inspired all those who seek to bring about change in their political systems," said Caroline Kennedy, daughter of President Kennedy and head of the John F. Kennedy Library Foundation that administers the awards.
Bair was one of the first to speak out about the subprime lending crisis, and Born warned a decade ago that unregulated financial contracts, including credit default swaps, could pose dangers to the economy. Gbowee organized a group of Christian and Muslim women to challenge Liberia's warlords.

In accepting her award, Bair said she was proud to join the list of those who have received past Profile in Courage awards. "I'm particularly pleased to be joining two other female awardees who stood up when some of their male counterparts failed to act, or worse, actively fought them," she said.

Gbowee received her award on behalf of the Liberian women who were featured in the "Pray the Devil Back to Hell" documentary about Liberia's civil war.

"For us women of Liberia, this award is a call that we will keep walking until peace, justice and the rights of woman (are) not a dream," Gbowee said, "but a thing of the present."

[Adapted from The Huffington Post]

Tory Burch Tunics

I adore everything that Tory Burch creates and this tunie is no exception! :)

Pete Souza: WH Unseen

The official White House photographer, Pete Souza released a new batch of photographs taken over the past month yesterday. There are some real gems to be found, such as my three favourites shown above.

From top: The Obama's share a private moment in the Cinco celebrations, President Obama meets with Senator Olympia Snowe, and the Obama's on their way to the residence.

Backstage at the NT

Here's Dame Helen Mirren looking fabulous for rehersals for her upcoming role in the National Theatre's Phedre. Skinny jeans + flats= fab! :)

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Obama's 100 Days: A Look Back

To celebrate President Obama's first 100 days in office, here are a few unseen photos from the official White House flickr page. http://www.flickr.com/photos/whitehouse

They document some events, both public and private in the first four months of the Presidency. Enjoy!

Joe Biden on 60 Minutes

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Everyone watch this! It's so lovely, and we get a peek inside the Naval Observatory.

Obama's 100 Days: A Time Photoessay

In celebration of President Obama's first 100 days in office, Time has released an online photoessay. Taken by photographer Callie Shell, the 77 piece album celebrates and documents the achievements of President Obama and his team. There are some exclusive photos hidden here, many of which I have not seen before. I shall post some of my favourites later today.
In the meantime, here's the link! http://www.time.com/time/photogallery/0,29307,1893255,00.html
Enjoy!

Nancy Pelosi: Daily Show April 2009

Senate Newspaper Hearings to begin May 6th

Sen. John Kerry is adding to fierce national debate next week by holding hearings on the future of newspapers. Writing in a letter to the Boston Globe family, Kerry says:

"America's newspapers are struggling to survive and while there will be serious consequences in terms of the lives and financial security of the employees involved, including hundreds at the Globe, there will also be serious consequences for our democracy where diversity of opinion and strong debate are paramount."

What do you think are the future for an industry in dire need of a revival? Let me know.

Mulberry Mac

I've not seen any Mac quite like this before!

Bo faces the Press

BBC:
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Michelle Obama: The New Guitar Hero?

Reports suggest that Carla Bruni-Sarkozy gave Mrs. O an acoustic Gibson guitar as a gift whilst in Strasbourg. Will she too be recording an album?

More here: http://www.people.com/people/article/0,,20270172,00.html?xid=rss-topheadlines

Michelle Obama: South Side Girl

I thought it would be pretty nice to relive Michelle's biography from the DNC... Enjoy.

Michelle Obama: Official White House Portrait

Michelle Obama, dressed here in a Michael Kors S/S09 shift. Simply amazing!

to the ranch

So I bought another bohemian piece of fashion yesterday....cowboy boots!
They are black, pointed toe in soft yet tough leather. Extremely comfortable, and I'm sure I will get many joyeous times wearing them!!

Pictures soon!