US First Lady

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Ricardel had reportedly rowed with Melania Trump's staff over seating allocations on the plane taking the first lady on an Africa tour in October. She was also blamed for negative news coverage. (Photo: AFP)

'Unprecedented': Newly assertive Melania Trump shakes up White House

Soon after Melania Trump demanded the deputy national security advisor step aside, Mira Ricardel left the White House.

16 Nov 2018 4:37 PM

US first lady Melania Trump, 48, has not been spotted since May 10. (Photo: File | AP)

Where's Melania Trump? US first lady's 25-day vanishing act sparks speculations

Melania Trump is scheduled to re-emerge in public eye later Monday at a private reception for families of US soldiers killed in action.

05 Jun 2018 12:04 PM

US First Lady Melania Trump (File Photo)

Ivana vs Melania: First wife is 'attention-seeking, self-serving noise', says First Lady

Ivana Trump is the mother of Trump's three eldest children: Donald Jr, Ivanka and Eric.

10 Oct 2017 11:14 AM

A native of Slovenia who became a US citizen in 2006, Melania also thanked service members' families. (Photo: AP)

Melania on first solo trip outside US, leads delegation to international sports event

Melania Trump is scheduled to meet Britain's Prince Harry for the first time, who founded the Invictus Games in 2014.

23 Sep 2017 5:38 PM

President Donald Trump, accompanied by first lady Melania Trump, gives a thumbs-up as they walk to Marine One on the South Lawn of the White House in Washington, Tuesday, Aug. 29, 2017, for a short trip to Andrews Air Force Base, Md., then onto Texas to survey the response to Hurricane Harvey. (Photo: AP)

Melania Trump trolled for her footwear choice as she travelled to Texas

People on social media had a field day with this one.

30 Aug 2017 10:42 AM

US President Donald Trump and Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, accompanied by their wives, first lady Melania Trump and Akie Abe, wave before boarding Air Force One at Andrews Air Force Base. (Photo: AP)

US, Japan first ladies: Both unconventional yet poles apart

Melania rarely airs differences of opinion with her husband. Akie in contrast, has used news interviews to make policy recommendations.

11 Feb 2017 8:43 AM

US First lady Melania Trump. (Photo: AFP)

Melania Trump still involved in branding: Documents

Melania has yet to step away from the companies that manage royalties from her name-branded products, business documents show.

08 Feb 2017 2:30 PM

The 46-year-old former model wowed the crowds at his swearing-in ceremony and inaugural balls. (Photo: AP)

Melania Trump: America's low-profile First Lady

She has not been seen at official events, is not living in the White House and is still putting together her staff.

03 Feb 2017 9:00 AM

Michelle Obama: uber-mom, style icon, political force

Once a reluctant 'mom-in-chief,' the tall, toned, America's first black first lady has evolved, becoming a singular voice for women.

17 Jan 2017 8:02 AM

US First lady Michelle Obama. (Photo: AP)

Video: Being first lady has been the greatest honour, says Michelle

The first lady said that the US belonged to people from all backgrounds and walks of life.

07 Jan 2017 10:02 AM

Slippers with the lettering 'The White House' are seen for sale in Sevnica, Slovenia, the hometown of future US First Lady Melania Trump. (Photo: AFP)

From cakes to slippers, Slovenia stirs 'Melania' hype

Melania left to embark on a modelling career, which would eventually lead her to New York where she became Trump's third wife in 2005.

06 Jan 2017 3:49 PM

Next on Michelle Obama's journey: Figuring out her future course!

She'll have a variety of options after being a high-profile advocate against childhood obesity, sought-after talk-show guest, among others.

13 Dec 2016 8:39 AM

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