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The Washington PostSunday, November 20, 2011
TODAY'S HEADLINES
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TODAY'S HIGHLIGHTS
Around the Fukushima plant, a world left behind
In the 12-mile zone around the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear plant, the world has stood still since March 11.
(By Chico Harlan)

Supercommittee likely to admit defeat on debt deal
The congressional committee tasked with reducing the federal deficit is poised to admit defeat as soon as Monday, and its unfinished business will set up a year-end battle over emergency jobless benefits and an expiring payroll tax holiday.
(By Lori Montgomery and Rosalind S. Helderman)

In Asia-Pacific, a determined Obama
His trip projected an image at home and abroad of a leader willing to take risks on behalf of U.S. interests.
(By David Nakamura)

In New Hampshire, Romney taking nothing for granted
Despite riding high in the polls, New Hampshire's inveterately independent-minded and mind-changing voters make Mitt Romney and his team anxious.
(By Philip Rucker)

A defense for Thanksgiving
"Respect the Bird!" is a rallying cry for those who fear the holiday is being gobbled up by Christmas.
(By Ylan Q. Mui)

NATION
Forum focuses on upcoming U.N. climate talks
Officials from the world's biggest emitters of greenhouse gases met to discuss the U.N. climate negotiations scheduled for Nov. 28 in South Africa.
( by Juliet Eilperin , The Washington Post)

Happy Valley is left in anguish
A child sex-abuse scandal has shaken the pride Penn State took in doing things the right way.
( by T. Rees Shapiro, Jenna Johnson and Joel Achenbach , The Washington Post)

International negotiators rule on shark protection measures
International negotiators took steps Saturday to protect silky sharks, but rejected measures aimed at curbing the catch of other shark species and targeting sharks for their fins.
( by Juliet Eilperin , The Washington Post)

U.S. in Uganda: Focus on hunt for rebel leader
Force of about 100 troops likely to remain until Lord's Resistance Army leader is captured or dead.
( by Craig Whitlock and Greg Jaffe , The Washington Post)

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METRO
A homecoming celebration gets a little off-track
Plans for a secret and special celebration for a homeward-bound Marine go a bit awry.
( by Robert Samuels , The Washington Post)

Car thief strikes at Tysons Galleria
A woman's vehicle was taken at knife point in the Tysons Corner area after she offered a ride to a woman who approached her in a store parking lot and claimed to be out of gas, police said.
( by Martin Weil , The Washington Post)

Final lap for Fannie Mae walkathon
On Saturday, thousands of marchers in the 24th annual Fannie Mae Help the Homeless Walkathon gathered on the Mall for one last time.
( by Miranda S. Spivack , The Washington Post)

11 arrested at D.C. Occupy protest
Demonstrators entered an abandoned city-owned school that had been a homeless shelter.
( by Tim Craig and Allison Klein , The Washington Post)

Conviction in attack on transgender woman
A Washington man was convicted last week of assault with intent to rob in a daytime attack on a transgender woman in Northwest Washington, the U.S. attorney's office said.
( by Martin Weil , The Washington Post)

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POLITICS
Justice attends hometown museum dedication
Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas returns to Pin Point, Ga., for museum dedication, but the source of its funding raises questions.
( by Robert Barnes in PIN POINT, GA. , The Washington Post)

Republican candidates court evangelical voters
Speaking at a "moral values" forum, GOP presidential contenders today emphasized their opposition to abortion and gay marriage.
( by Perry Bacon Jr. , The Washington Post)

In New Hampshire, Romney taking nothing for granted
Despite riding high in the polls, New Hampshire's inveterately independent-minded and mind-changing voters make Mitt Romney and his team anxious.
( by Philip Rucker , The Washington Post)

Sunday talk shows
Guests to be interviewed Sunday on major television talk shows.
(, The Washington Post)

Iowa activists reevaluating Gingrich's candidacy
Iowa activists wrote off Newt Gingrich earlier this year. Now he's winning them over. But can it last?
(, The Washington Post)

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STYLE
Top 10 tips for Black Friday virgins
For the uninitiated, Black Friday can be daunting at best and, at worst, downright terrifying. A D.C.-based retail expert offers advice on making the most of the big shopping day.
(, The Washington Post)

They Might Be Giants, still at large
They Might Be Giants will never be a one-size-fits-all band.
( by Elizabeth Nelson , The Washington Post)

Does cheater deserve a second chance?
He came up with a "robust plan" to stop his cheating in the future. Is she wasting her time giving him a second chance?
(, The Washington Post)

Arts Post
Create an ornament, 'Artful Weekend,' Santa at the Newseum, parlor games and more
(, The Washington Post)

Deals online
Tell us what you want to score at the Black Friday sales.
(, The Washington Post)

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SPORTS
TV and radio listings: Nov. 20
TV and radio listings: Nov. 20
(, The Washington Post)

Southern falls in Md. 2A championship
Southern falls to Middletown in the Maryland 2A championship, ending an impressive run for the Bulldogs.
( by Paul Tenorio , The Washington Post)

After wild finish, U-Va. stuns FSU
Virginia escapes with a crucial ACC victory after Florida State misses a potential game-winning field goal in the final seconds.
( by Steve Yanda , The Washington Post)

North Hagerstown wins 3A title
VOLLEYBALL | The Hubs win a five-set battle against River Hill. This was the Hawks' second loss in the final in three years.
( by James Wagner , The Washington Post)

Capitals show little sign of life
Washington could not muster enough effort to compete with an injury-riddled team in Toronto and falls for the sixth time in seven games.
( by Katie Carrera , The Washington Post)

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WORLD
Police, protesters clash in Cairo
Dozens injured as demonstrators attempt to set up a permanent camp in Tahrir Square.
( by Ernesto Londono and Ingy Hassieb , The Washington Post)

Around the Fukushima plant, a world left behind
In the 12-mile zone around the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear plant, the world has stood still since March 11.
( by Chico Harlan in Namie, JAPAN , The Washington Post)

Saif al-Islam, Gaddafi's son, arrested
The Libyan capital erupts in celebration at the news that the slain dictator's favored son has been arrested on the border with Niger.
( by Ayman al-Kekly and Alice Fordham , The Washington Post)

U.S. in Uganda: Focus on hunt for rebel leader
Force of about 100 troops likely to remain until Lord's Resistance Army leader is captured or dead.
( by Craig Whitlock and Greg Jaffe , The Washington Post)

Iranian commander died during missile testing
Hassan Tehrani Moqadam's brother said last week's deadly blast occurred during final test of an ICBM.
( by Thomas Erdbrink , The Washington Post)

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EDITORIAL
Housing hypocrisy
Congress slathers on the real estate subsidies.
( by Editorial , The Washington Post)

Commotion in Kuwait
Arab kingdoms face the imperative of change.
( by Editorial , The Washington Post)

The next FBI HQ
Sites near Metro stations hold great promise.
( by Editorial , The Washington Post)

The case for a University of Maryland merger

(, The Washington Post)

The Postal Service is a bargain

(, The Washington Post)

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BUSINESS
Lessons from a mistake of Christmas past
When we set up our warehouse, we made two mistakes: We didn't order enough inventory for the demand and we didn't know how to properly fill the orders.
( by Jenifer and Sarah Caplan , The Washington Post)

Making the most of a dashed holiday plan
The construction, lasting throughout the holiday shopping season has cut our weekday foot traffic in half.
( by Julie Egermayer , The Washington Post)

Pairing posole with pinot noir for holidays
Because of the business we're in — wine is sort of a lifestyle product — it's very important to be even more focused during the holidays.
( byAmelia Morán Ceja , The Washington Post)

Sales in 2011 to surpass 2010
There's a sense of happiness with customers. Their spirits are noticeably high this year.
( by Jim Abicht , The Washington Post)

Looking to a 'golden January'
There's always going to be someone who is cheaper than you. You can't stay in business doing specials.
( by Lynn Skynear , The Washington Post)

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