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A tough testing issue for anthrax vaccine
Federal consideration of studying the anthrax vaccine in children triggers a debate about ethics and safety.
(By Rob Stein)
Early race showed Perry undeterred by prospect of challenging friend
Rick Perry and good friend John Sharp's race for Texas lieutenant governor in 1998 revealed that Perry wouldn't be deterred by the prospect of losing a friendship.
(By Michael Leahy)
Study raises questions about virtual schools
In research to be released Tuesday, scholars assert that virtual schools are largely unregulated and unproven.
(By Lyndsey Layton)
FHFA announces new program to help 'underwater' homeowners
The government announces new rules that will allow many more "underwater" homeowners to refinance at today's ultra-low rates.
(By Zachary A. Goldfarb and Scott Wilson)
Public enemy No. 2
A dispute between neighbors in Fairfax County over that perennial suburban pet peeve — unscooped dog feces — has grown so absurd that the case is set to go to a jury Tuesday.
(By Justin Jouvenal)
NATION
Chevy Chase Club abandons harmful fumigant
The organization bows to neighborhood pressure to find alternative ways to treat the greens on its golf course.
( by Darryl Fears , The Washington Post)
Another look Clapper's efforts
Walter Pincus, in his Fine Print column, takes a look at the efforts of James R. Clapper Jr. to coordinate intelligence.
(, The Washington Post)
A tough testing issue for anthrax vaccine
Federal consideration of studying the anthrax vaccine in children triggers a debate about ethics and safety.
( by Rob Stein , The Washington Post)
U.N. analysts scour global population data
Population analysts at the U.N. mine a wide range of data to come up with population estimates, including their projection that the world population will hit 7 billion on Oct. 31.
( by Darryl Fears , The Washington Post)
In a marathion, a sip is safer than a gulp
Marathon runners who drink too much water are at risk of a deadly condition called hyponatremia.
( by Mark Henricks , The Washington Post)
METRO
For families of fallen, Iraq war's end will be 'bittersweet'
The withdrawal of nearly all troops from Iraq by Dec. 31 marks a bittersweet moment for many of the families of the more than 4,400 American service members who lost their lives in the conflict.
( by Steve Vogel , The Washington Post)
Legal defeat for Jericho City of Praise pastor
A Prince George's County judge ruled that the multimillion-dollar ministry is legally controlled by a board of directors, not the son of the ministry's co-founder.
( by Michelle Boorstein and Avis Thomas-Lester , The Washington Post)
Public enemy No. 2
A dispute between neighbors in Fairfax County over that perennial suburban pet peeve — unscooped dog feces — has grown so absurd that the case is set to go to a jury Tuesday.
( by Justin Jouvenal , The Washington Post)
Study raises questions about virtual schools
In research to be released Tuesday, scholars assert that virtual schools are largely unregulated and unproven.
( by Lyndsey Layton , The Washington Post)
Injuries damage parents' trust in day care
The parents of boy whose hands were burned on a hot windowsill at a D.C. day-care center last year when he was 11 months old are suing the center, but they say their lawsuit could have been avoided.
(, The Washington Post)
POLITICS
Perry proposes major spending and tax cuts
The Texas governor's economic plan is full of long-held conservative goals, including personal accounts for Social Security and an optional flat tax.
( by Perry Bacon Jr. , The Washington Post)
For families of fallen, Iraq war's end will be 'bittersweet'
The withdrawal of nearly all troops from Iraq by Dec. 31 marks a bittersweet moment for many of the families of the more than 4,400 American service members who lost their lives in the conflict.
( by Steve Vogel , The Washington Post)
Cutting Congress's own budget
The supercommittee could seek to reduce Congress's own spending, but Republicans and Democrats don't agree on how. Also, some Hill Web sites get the Gold Mouse.
(, The Washington Post)
Rick Perry moves to recharge his campaign
In addition to planning a major flat-tax speech on Tuesday, Perry has shaken up his senior campaign staff.
( by Perry Bacon Jr. and Karen Tumulty , The Washington Post)
Early race showed Perry undeterred by prospect of challenging friend
Rick Perry and good friend John Sharp's race for Texas lieutenant governor in 1998 revealed that Perry wouldn't be deterred by the prospect of losing a friendship.
( by Michael Leahy , The Washington Post)
STYLE
A gift that gives too much?
She's studying abroad and her boyfriend wants to visit — and pay for an expensive trip to Awesome City. She's balking at the cost.
(, The Washington Post)
"Mylo Xyloto" by Coldplay
Coldplay sticks to its formula: mid-tempo ballads, the occasional uplifting stadium anthem. The album is heavy on electronic flourishes, instrumental interludes and various art-rock fripperies.
( by Allison Stewart Special to The Washington Post , The Washington Post)
City Choir has delightful fifth season debut
Robert Shafer led a lustrous, tightly ordered and meaningful performance by City Choir of Washington.
( by Cecelia H. Porter , The Washington Post)
Pleasing start for Eclipse Chamber Orchestra
The ensemble opened its 20th season with an audience-pleasing selection of pieces.
( by Stephen Brookes , The Washington Post)
Nonstop ranting and showy squalor
The play "Greek" is a contemporary take on "Oedipus," conjuring up a violent, grubby London in a raunchy, stylized production.
( by Celia Wren , The Washington Post)
SPORTS
TV and radio listings: Oct. 25
(, The Washington Post)
La Russa's game of bullpen telephone
COLUMN | Some miscommunication in the bullpen leads to the Cardinals losing Game 5, and it looks like Tony La Russa may have run out of chances to win another title.
(, The Washington Post)
Jaguars dominate Ravens, 12-7
Jacksonville's defense outplays Baltimore's more-respected unit as it took the Ravens nearly 40 minutes to get a first down in Monday night's loss.
( by Jeff Zrebiec , The Washington Post)
Napoli lifts Rangers in Game 5
Mike Napoli's two-run double in the eighth inning beats the Cardinals and puts the Rangers one game from winning the first World Series in franchise history.
( by Dave Sheinin , The Washington Post)
Hinz is stout in goal as Falcons win
Sophomore goalie Megan Hinz leads No.1-ranked Good Counsel to a win over Baltimore power McDonogh on Monday night
( by Eric Detweiler , The Washington Post)
WORLD
Libyan government orders probe into Gaddafi's death
Interim government, under mounting international pressure, says it will request an investigation of the death.
( by Mary Beth Sheridan and William Branigin , The Washington Post)
Another look Clapper's efforts
Walter Pincus, in his Fine Print column, takes a look at the efforts of James R. Clapper Jr. to coordinate intelligence.
(, The Washington Post)
Egypt to release American-Israeli in swap
Egypt will release a dual U.S.-Israeli citizen held on suspicion of spying in exchange for 25 Egyptians jailed in Israel, Israeli officials said Monday.
( by Joel Greenberg , The Washington Post)
In Gaza, ex-prisoners are pampered
A week ago, Yahya Dabassa Ibrahim was on a hunger strike in an Israeli prison. Today, he's in a luxury hotel in Gaza.
( by Ernesto Londoño , The Washington Post)
Moderate Islamists lead in early counting of Tunisian votes
Party officials estimated they could take 42 percent to 55 percent of the seats in the new assembly.
( by Leila Fadel , The Washington Post)
LIVE DISCUSSIONS
Ask Boswell
Sports Columnist Tom Boswell will take your questions about baseball, the Redskins, the Wizards and more.
(, vForum)
ComPost Live with Alexandra Petri
The Compost, written by Alexandra Petri, offers a lighter take on the news and political in(s)anity of the day.
(, vForum)
Opinion Focus with Eugene Robinson
Washington Post columnist Eugene Robinson discusses his recent columns and the latest news in a live Q&A.
(, vForum)
Debt Ceiling drama: Why Jonathan Capehart thinks your voice needs to be heard
In his Post-Partisan blog post today, Opinion writer Jonathan Capehart said that "Folks should be marching on the Capitol" in protest of the way the debt issue is being handled. Do you agree?
(, vForum)
Chatological Humor: Monthly with Moron
Gene Weingarten takes polls and chats about his recent columns.
(, vForum)
TECHNOLOGY
Netflix loses 800,000 subscribers
The company's stock plunges in after-hours trading ahead of an earnings conference call.
( by Hayley Tsukayama , The Washington Post)
Apple's MacBook Pro line gets gentle upgrades
Prices, as is Apple's habit, remain unchanged.
( by Vlad Savov , The Washington Post)
Steve Jobs bio: On Gates, Ballmer, Google and himself
Steve Jobs's opinions on the current tech landscape, as told to Walter Isaacson.
( by Hayley Tsukayama , The Washington Post)
Wikileaks stops publishing
The Web site says it doesn't currently have enough money to continue posting leaked documents.
( by Hayley Tsukayama , The Washington Post)
Steve Jobs bio: Handling 'Antennagate'
Jobs thought Google, Motorola were behind Antennagate hype.
( by Hayley Tsukayama , The Washington Post)
EDITORIAL
Bankrupt 'Moneyball'
The movie's problem is a matter of truth.
( by David Maraniss , The Washington Post)
Too hot to ignore
A climate skeptic changes his tune.
(, The Washington Post)
99 percent bogus
The right-wing attempt to discredit OWS.
(, The Washington Post)
Ground game in Iowa
Can Cain stay on top with only four staffers?
(, The Washington Post)
Prescription to lower costs
A bill would end drugmakers' pay-for-delay.
( by Editorial , The Washington Post)
BUSINESS
How Obama's refinancing plan works
Am I eligible? What will I get? How much will it cost?
( HOW IT WORKS , The Washington Post)
SAIC removes three executives in fraud probe
McLean-based Science Applications International Corp. fired three of its top executives in connection with a program in New York City.
( by Marjorie Censer Capital Business Staff Writer , The Washington Post)
Netflix loses 800,000 subscribers
The company's stock plunges in after-hours trading ahead of an earnings conference call.
( by Hayley Tsukayama , The Washington Post)
A guide to Home Affordable Refinance Program changes
How you could be eligible and other details on the changes to the Home Affordable Refinance Program.
( by Hayley Tsukayama , The Washington Post)
Study links BPA exposure in womb to behavior problems in girls
A chemical used widely in plastic bottles, metal cans and other consumer products could be linked to behavioral and emotional problems in toddler girls, according to a study published Monday.
( by Dina ElBoghdady , The Washington Post)
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