Whitney Houston Through the Years

February 11, 2012

In honor of the legendary singer, who died Feb. 11, we remember her life and career through photos.

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Obama's Day, Feb. 10: Signing Act Sponsored by Giffords

President Obama will sign the Ultralight Aircraft Smuggling Prevention Act of 2012.

Obama's Day, Feb. 9: Hosting Prime Minister Mario Monti

President Obama will host Prime Minister Mario Monti of Italy at the White House.

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The Root wants to celebrate your spouses, fiances and fiancees or anyone else you're committed to this Valentine's Day.

Obama's Day, Feb. 7: Hosting Science Fair

President Obama will host the second White House Science Fair today.

Living While Obama: Brag Session in Arlington, Va.

Obama visits firefighters and touts the latest unemployment numbers.

Obama's Day, Feb 6: Meeting With Senior Advisers

President Obama will start his day off with the Presidential Daily Briefing in the Oval Office.

Obama's Day, Feb. 2: Starting Off With Prayer

President Obama will start off his day at the National Prayer Breakfast at the Washington Hilton.

The Root's Young Futurists List for 2012

From a jewelry designer to a Rhodes scholar, these 25 budding innovators, ages 16 to 22, are changing the world in their own unique ways.