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Inauguration a dash for corporate cash

As Obama prepares to revel in his second inauguration, on Monday, there is no ceiling on what an individual can give, corporations and lobby groups are very welcome.

2nd term: Obama appeals for unity at home

America will remain the anchor of strong alliances in every corner of the globe from Asia to the Middle east, US President Barack Obama said on Monday in his inaugural speech after being sworn in for a 2nd innings. Yashwant Raj reports. Full text of Obama's inaugural speech | Annotating the 2nd inaugural addresses

US: Full text of Obama inaugural address

The following is the full text of the inaugural address of US President Barack Obama as prepared for delivery:

2nd term: Obama vows to renew 'strong alliances' around world

President Barack Obama today issued a impassioned call for national unity and equality, warning political 'absolutism' must not thwart change and renewal, as he was inaugurated for a second term.
Full text of Obama's inaugural speech

Obama win may be good news for Pak flag-makers

Many Pakistanis fear President Barack Obama's re-election will mean a surge in America's unpopular drone campaign, but for those making and selling US flags to burn at protests this could be good news.

'Hair Flag Lady' steals show during Obama's victory speech

Barack Obama should have been the star of his victory address today, but a mystery "Hair flag lady" standing behind the US President stole the limelight.

Ladies' man: Obama's victory powered by women

The Republican campaign hoped that women throughout America would follow the lead of that trio, but Obama was able to preserve his coalition of female voters en route to winning a second term on Tuesday.