Barack Obama praises Northern Ireland for sending out 'ripple of hope'
On his first visit to the Irish Republic Barack Obama praised Northern Ireland and its peacemakers for sending out a ``ripple of hope'' to people locked in other conflicts across the world.
President Barack Obama said Friday the economy is showing ``glimmers of hope'' despite continuing stresses and signaled more steps to brighten the business climate.Obama commented to reporters after meeting at the White House with members of his economic team, including Treasury Secretary Timothy Geithnera nd economic adviser Larry Summers, as well as Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke.