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Mitt Romney wins support of Maine caucus-goers
The former Massachusetts governor also has won a presidential straw poll of activists attending the Conservative Political Action Conference.
(By Rosalind S. Helderman and Felicia Sonmez)
A Republican Party in transition
The GOP is united in its goal — beat Obama — but finds itself divided on how to do it.
(By Karen Tumulty)
Marine's suicide is only start of family's struggle
Almost two years after Maj. Jeff Hackett's suicide, even an intercession by the Marine commandant has produced little from the federal government for Hackett's widow.
(By Greg Jaffe)
A slavery museum that never came to fruition
Nearly 20 years ago, former Virginia governor L. Douglas Wilder announced that he wanted to create a museum that would tell the story of slavery in the United States. What happened to his plan?
(By Susan Svrluga)
Whitney Houston dies; career of regal superstar of records, movies was ravaged by drugs
Whitney Houston, who reigned as pop music's queen until her majestic voice and regal image were ravaged by drug use, has died. She was 48.
(By Associated Press)
NATION
NASA dreads budget countdown
Space agency continues to explore the cosmos, but its future direction is uncertain
( by Joel Achenbach , The Washington Post)
Bishops oppose birth-control deal
After initial optimism about decision, Catholic leaders call for insurance mandate to be rescinded.
( by David Brown , The Washington Post)
Marine's suicide is only start of family's struggle
Almost two years after Maj. Jeff Hackett's suicide, even an intercession by the Marine commandant has produced little from the federal government for Hackett's widow.
( by Greg Jaffe , The Washington Post)
Forest Service faces another fire season with old planes
The agency's large air tankers fell under intense scrutiny in 2002, when two of them broke apart in midair. Newer planes are likely to be long in coming, the agency says.
( by Darryl Fears , The Washington Post)
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METRO
Dr. Gridlock's transit tips
Metro riders face some big disruptions on several train lines over the President's Day weekend. Drivers on eastbound Interstate 66 and on the George Washington Parkway will need to watch for traffic congestion this week.
( by Robert Thomson , The Washington Post)
Washington's crop of the cream
An old bottle prompts a question: Were there once dairies in Washington?
(, The Washington Post)
Episcopalians on verge of reclaiming churches
A bitter, prolonged property dispute between Episcopalians and breakaway congregations in Virginia seems near the end as the groups prepare for a massive property swap.
( by Michelle Boorstein , The Washington Post)
Winter wind comes rolling in
In the middle of a balmy February, which followed a benign January, the true harshness of winter made a dramatic appearance Saturday.
( by Martin Weil , The Washington Post)
Supervisors discuss Fairfax issues at retreat
Fairfax County supervisors debate meals tax and other meaty issues at retreat.
( by Fredrick Kunkle , The Washington Post)
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POLITICS
Mitt Romney wins support of Maine caucus-goers
The former Massachusetts governor also has won a presidential straw poll of activists attending the Conservative Political Action Conference.
( by Rosalind S. Helderman and Felicia Sonmez , The Washington Post)
Supervisors discuss Fairfax issues at retreat
Fairfax County supervisors debate meals tax and other meaty issues at retreat.
( by Fredrick Kunkle , The Washington Post)
Putting Md. gaming to local vote called unconstitutional
A bill that would give Prince George's County voters an effective veto over hosting a slots casino has run into constitutional questions.
( by John Wagner and Miranda S. Spivack , The Washington Post)
A Republican Party in transition
The GOP is united in its goal — beat Obama — but finds itself divided on how to do it.
( by Karen Tumulty , The Washington Post)
D.C. citizens summit draws ideas, some criticism
Mayor Vincent C. Gray welcomed about 1,800 District residents to the Walter E. Washington Convention Center on Saturday for the "One City Summit" — an event praised for engaging the public but criticized for its $600,000 price tag and seeming bureaucracy.
( by Nikita Stewart , The Washington Post)
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STYLE
Miss Manners: Choose your own engagement ring? Good luck with that
The modern invention of the Mandatory Surprise Proposal requires a ring, so the Gentle Reader's suggestion is not likely to catch on.
(, The Washington Post)
Giving advice, then getting the cold shoulder
Carolyn Hax's thoughts on what to do when relationship help causes a rift among friends.
(, The Washington Post)
This week's best travel bargains
WHAT'S THE DEAL? | Discounts on hotel packages in Mexico, Florida and New Orleans, deals on Southwest and US Airways flights, and more travel savings.
(, The Washington Post)
In Russia, cold is a matter of degree
Dreaming of a wintry winter? Careful. In Russia that means lots of snow and no school closings.
( by Kathy Lally , The Washington Post)
Letter excerpts and e-mails
A reader expresses his thoughts on an exhibit review by Philip Kennicott of "Annie Leibovitz: Pilgrimage" at the Smithsonian American Art Museum.
(, The Washington Post)
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SPORTS
TV and radio listings: Feb. 12
(, The Washington Post)
Free.-South Riding gymnastics takes NW Region
( by Louis Nelson , The Washington Post)
Swimming: Conger, Gonzaga excel at Metros
Gonzaga rolls in the team competition and Jack Conger shines at Washington Metro Interscholastic Swimming & Diving Championships.
( by Bryan Flaherty , The Washington Post)
Urbana wins 4A/3A duals title
Nick Frank and the Hawks dominate at the lower weights to beat River Hill for the Maryland 4A/3A duals title
( by Eric Detweiler , The Washington Post)
Westfield wrestlers are back on top
Westfield, which sent five wrestlers to the championship round and crowned two individual champions, claims its fourth Northern Region title in five seasons.
( by Greg Schimmel , The Washington Post)
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WORLD
General assassinated in Damascus
Killing underscores growing militarization of the uprising against President Bashar al-Assad.
( by Liz Sly and Greg Miller , The Washington Post)
Egypt stifles pro-democracy voices
Critics say development work, activism are being hurt by efforts to curb foreign-funded groups.
( by Ernesto Londoño , The Washington Post)
Marine's suicide is only start of family's struggle
Almost two years after Maj. Jeff Hackett's suicide, even an intercession by the Marine commandant has produced little from the federal government for Hackett's widow.
( by Greg Jaffe , The Washington Post)
For Pakistan's prime minister, a question of loyalty
Pakistani Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani could go to jail on contempt charges.
( by Richard Leiby , The Washington Post)
Will transition bring change in China?
The U.S. hopes the next Chinese president will usher in new era of political and economic reform.
( by Keith B. Richburg , The Washington Post)
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EDITORIAL
Why Jim Graham is in the news
The D.C. Council and Metro should take steps to deal with future ethical considerations.
(, The Washington Post)
Why there is a 'trust deficit' with China
Political reform in China should be a priority for President Obama.
(, The Washington Post)
Mexico's gun problem isn't traceable to the U.S.
(, The Washington Post)
A Mystic bids farewell
(, The Washington Post)
Why reward Donald Trump?
(, The Washington Post)
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BUSINESS
Farmers plan to boost acreage
Higher prices have growers planning to plant more corn, wheat and soybeans than they have in years.
( by Jeff Wilson and Whitney McFerron , The Washington Post)
Facebook worth less than advertised
Far fewer users flock to the social media site than claimed. Its $100B valuation may be just as overstated.
(, The Washington Post)
Price check on Main Street
Procter & Gamble's failure to raise the price of Cascade dishwashing soap shows why investors are buying Treasuries at the lowest yields in history, giving the Federal Reserve more scope to boost the economy.
( by John Detrixhe and Cordell Eddings , The Washington Post)
The biggest threat to the health-care law?
It may not be the Supreme Court or election-year politics. It may be a shortage of primary-care doctors.
( by Sarah Kliff , The Washington Post)
More than just a coupon company?
By setting up shop in a bricks-and-mortar building in Penn Quarter that will host everything from food tastings to concerts, Living Social is trying to move beyond the daily-deals business model.
( by Thomas Heath , The Washington Post)
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