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For Biden and Zelenskiy, U.S. visit highlights trust after friction

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy's meeting with U.S. President Joe Biden in Washington on Wednesday marks a high point in ties between Ukraine and its most important ally, putting the spotlight on a relationship strengthened by Russia's invasion, but not without some friction along the way.

Reuters

Zelensky’s visit to Biden’s White House: When will Ukrainian president address Congress?

Mr Zelensky’s visit to the US marks his first trip out of Ukraine in the 300 days since the war with Russia began

The Independent UK

Biden comes up short on guessing game about his teacher wife

President Joe Biden is married to a longtime teacher but he came up short on a quiz about her

The Independent UK

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US seeks to bolster Ecuador ties as China expands regional role

Joe Biden says US will seek to expand relationship with Ecuador as President Guillermo Lasso visits White House.

Al Jazeera

As the Bidens mark Hanukkah, the White House gets its own menorah for the first time

The menorah is made out of wood that was removed from the building during a Truman-era renovation, and becomes the first Jewish artifact to be added to the White House archives.

WEKU

Mike Pompeo headlines Iran opposition summit as he eyes 2024 run

Pompeo is thought to be among Republicans most likely to launch White House bids

The Independent UK

Biden announces U.S. support for African Union joining G20

U.S. President Joe Biden on Thursday announced he would support the African Union joining the G20 group of large economies as a permanent member, part of Washington's efforts to reinvigorate ties with a region that has taken a back seat to other priorities in recent years.

Reuters

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Biden signs Respect for Marriage Act

"The antidote to hate is love," the president said during a White House signing ceremony

Salon

Sam Smith performs at White House celebration of Act to protect same-sex couples

The Oscar-winning singer performed hit track Stay With Me at a ceremony on the South Lawn of the presidential residence

Evening Standard

Sam Smith performs at White House as president Joe Biden signs Respect for Marriage Act

December 13 marks a significant day after President Joe Biden passed the Respect for Marriage Act, which guarantees same-sex and interracial married couples to have the same rights as legally married spouses in all 50 US states

Daily Mirror

Joe Biden signs gay marriage bill at White House ceremony

The new law will safeguard same-sex unions if the Supreme Court ever reverses the 2015 decision to legalise them nationwide

Wales Online

‘A blow against hate and all its forms’: Biden signs Respect for Marriage Act, repealing 1996 anti-LGBT+ law

Mr Biden’s signature on the Respect for Marriage Act repeals a 1996 law banning federal recognition of same-sex marriage that he voted for as a senator, 16 years before he endorsed letting same-sex couples marry during his term as vice-president

The Independent UK

Roger Stone: "Demonic portal" over WH

"It can be seen 'swirling like a cauldron,'" Stone said, adding that his cop friend said it totally checks out

Salon

Biden to sign gay marriage bill at White House ceremony

President Joe Biden is inviting thousands of guests to the White House to celebrate as he signs into law gay marriage legislation

The Independent UK

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WEKU

Biden signs Respect for Marriage Act, reflecting his and the country's evolution

The bill signing comes after months of work on Capitol Hill and years of changed attitudes — even as the threat looms that the conservative Supreme Court could roll back same-sex marriage rights.

France 24

US commits $55 billion to Africa over the next three years

The White House pledged $55 billion in economic, health and security support for Africa over the next three years on Monday, one day ahead of the US-Africa Leaders Summit in Washington.

Bangkok Post

Bad news piles up for candidate Trump in US

WASHINGTON: Having launched a new bid for the White House, Donald Trump has not been met with the energy he had been hoping for.

France 24

US sounds alarm as Russia, Iran move toward full defence ‘partnership’

The Biden administration is accusing Russia of moving to provide advanced military assistance to Iran, including air defense systems, helicopters and fighter jets, part of deepening cooperation between the two nations as Tehran provides drones to support Vladimir Putin's invasion of Ukraine.

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WNBA star Brittney Griner freed from Russia in one-for-one swap for arms dealer

President Joe Biden announced that WNBA star Brittney Griner had been released from detention in Russia, celebrating her one-to-one swap for a notorious arms dealer who had been convicted and imprisoned in the United States.

Chicago Tribune

Michelle Obama talks about her book ‘Light We Carry’ in Chicago with David Letterman: ‘The world made me practice liking myself’

CHICAGO — Michelle Obama doesn’t tour for a book.

WEKU

Second gentleman Emhoff says antisemitism has become an epidemic

The second gentlemen, Doug Emhoff, gathered a group of Jewish leaders at the White House to discuss the surge in anti-Jewish comments involving prominent people.

The Guardian - UK

Borat targets Trump, Ye and antisemitism at Kennedy Center Honors

Sacha Baron Cohen skit receives mixed response at ceremony for lifetime achievements in the arts

The Independent UK

Protesters near White House demand 'Free China!'

About 200 protesters in Washington have lit candles and shouted “Free China!”

Tribune News Service

Biden hosts U2, Clooney in reception for Kennedy Center honorees

WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden hosted a reception at the White House on Sunday night for the annual Kennedy Center Honors, celebrating the work of artists including the band U2, actor George Clooney, singers Amy Grant and Gladys Knight, and composer Tania León.

WEKU

Celebs and dignitaries meet at the White House for Biden's state dinner

Foreign and domestic government officials and A-list stars partook in President Biden's black tie event Thursday night, in honor of French President Emmanuel Macron.

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