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Redskins to acquire Rams' No. 2 pick
In its quest to land a franchise quarterback, Washington agrees to send three No. 1 picks and a second-rounder to the Rams for the rights to the No. 2 overall pick, where it is expected the Redskins will draft Baylor quarterback Robert Griffin III.
(By Mike Jones)
Economic argument getting tougher for GOP
With the economic picture brightening, however slightly, Romney and other Republican presidential candidates are refining their economic attacks against the president.
(By Philip Rucker and David A. Fahrenthold)
Seismologists try to find firm ground
Last year's earthquake in Japan, and a series of other surprises, shook geologists' faith in their basic assumptions about seismology.
(By Joel Achenbach)
'Kony 2012' goes viral — but what does it mean?
A nonprofit's video of efforts to capture an Ugandan warlord has sparked an Internet frenzy, with everyone from Justin Bieber to Oprah Winfrey adding to the hype and hyperbole. But the true test for what the film signifies — for the Web, for activism, for how people want to interact with the world around them — won't be measurable for some time to come.
(By Monica Hesse)
'Jobs Day': An economic and political obsession
The release of employment numbers has long been a ritual in Washington, but lately it has turned into an obsession during an election year defined by economic instability.
(By Eli Saslow)
NATION
Assad firmly in control, U.S. analysts say
U.S. intelligence officials describe Syrian leader Bashar al-Assad as firmly in control and increasingly willing to unleash his forces on overmatched opposition groups.
( by Greg Miller and Karen DeYoung , The Washington Post)
Seismologists try to find firm ground
Last year's earthquake in Japan, and a series of other surprises, shook geologists' faith in their basic assumptions about seismology.
( by Joel Achenbach , The Washington Post)
Flu strain confirmed in Calvert deaths
Four members of the Calvert County family stricken by flu complications had the same H3N2 strain of influenza A virus, Maryland health officials said Friday.
( by Lena H. Sun , The Washington Post)
All colleges should be women's colleges
If we have any hope of making our volatile planet more peaceful and sustainable, we are going to have to get more women into public leadership roles.
( by H. Kim Bottomly , The Washington Post)
Rocket-propelled leadership
"My philosophy has been and will continue to be: Do the best we can with what we have." - NASA's Patrick Scheuermann
( by Tom Fox , The Washington Post)
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METRO
Two sides of H Street NE
On Thursday night, Obama dined there. But nearby the night before, police say they may have foiled a robbery.
( by Martin Weil , The Washington Post)
Suspects: Aspen Hill death an accident
Friends of the victim, 21, tell police they were trying to scare him with a loaded but malfunctioning rifle.
( by Dan Morse , The Washington Post)
Female Korean War veterans honored
Among them was Eleanor Porter, a therapist who married an amputee — and helped hundreds of others.
( by Rachel S. Karas , The Washington Post)
Md. teachers union aims for teamwork
The Montgomery organziation has taken a direct role in key personnel decisions, budgeting and training.
( by Michael Alison Chandler , The Washington Post)
Audit finds shoddy oversight of Alexandria school repair work
Management of the capital improvement budget is fragmented and opaque, an outside firm finds.
( by Patricia Sullivan , The Washington Post)
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POLITICS
GOP's gains with women vanishing
As the contraception debate continues, female voters are shifting to the Democrats.
( by Karen Tumulty , The Washington Post)
Economic argument getting tougher for GOP
With the economic picture brightening, however slightly, Romney and other Republican presidential candidates are refining their economic attacks against the president.
( by Philip Rucker and David A. Fahrenthold , The Washington Post)
Va. Assembly leaves budget for later
After failing to get a spending bill to the governor, lawmakers must return for a special session.
( by Anita Kumar and Laura Vozzella , The Washington Post)
Romney makes no mention of positive jobs numbers
In a campaign appearance in Jackson, Miss., Mitt Romney crtitized Obama's handling of the economy without mentioning the new, positive jobs report
( by David Fahrenthold , The Washington Post)
Why is Santorum losing Catholics?
Mitt Romney has run better among Catholics than Rick Santorum, a devout member of the faith.
( by Dan Balz and Scott Clement , The Washington Post)
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STYLE
Let sleeping arrangements lie
It works better for them to have separate bedrooms, but his mom thinks a breakup is imminent.
(, The Washington Post)
'Kony 2012' goes viral — but what does it mean?
A nonprofit's video of efforts to capture an Ugandan warlord has sparked an Internet frenzy, with everyone from Justin Bieber to Oprah Winfrey adding to the hype and hyperbole. But the true test for what the film signifies — for the Web, for activism, for how people want to interact with the world around them — won't be measurable for some time to come.
( by Monica Hesse , The Washington Post)
On Love: Andrea Anderson & Chris Byrd
Andrea Anderson and Chris Byrd met at a networking event but were bonded by their faith.
(, The Washington Post)
Pianist Leon Fleisher proves a master at musicianship
Among other pieces, Fleisher mounted a deeply-felt tribute to composer Dina Koston at the Library of Congress on Thursday night.
( by Stephen Brookes , The Washington Post)
Michael Thomas Quintet thrills at Strathmore
Thomas's quintet — intact after 14 years — relies on riffy melodies and playful but impassioned performances to hit the listener in the gut.
( by Michael J. West , The Washington Post)
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SPORTS
TV and radio listings: March 10
TV and radio listings: March 10
(, The Washington Post)
OPINION | Redskins make a big midnight call
A possible blockbuster trade with the Rams may bring Robert Griffin III to the Redskins. It's a risk that could be great or may set the franchise back a decade.
(, The Washington Post)
Redskins to pull off blockbuster trade for 2nd pick
In its quest to land a franchise quarterback, Washington agrees to send three No. 1 picks and a second-rounder to the Rams for the rights to the No. 2 overall pick, where it is expected the Redskins will draft Baylor quarterback Robert Griffin III (pictured).
( by Mike Jones , The Washington Post)
What's wrong with Ovechkin?
Capitals captain Alex Ovechkin, 26, is suffering through the worst statistical season of his career. What can he do to return to form?
( by Rick Maese and Tarik El-Bashir , The Washington Post)
Oakton girls win AAA title
The Coyer twins power the fourth-ranked Cougars past Princess Anne, 58-39, to become the first Northern Region team since West Springfield in 1999 to win a state title. The win caps a 31-0 season.
( by Paul Tenorio , The Washington Post)
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WORLD
Assad firmly in control, U.S. analysts say
U.S. intelligence officials describe Syrian leader Bashar al-Assad as firmly in control and increasingly willing to unleash his forces on overmatched opposition groups.
( by Greg Miller and Karen DeYoung , The Washington Post)
A year after Japan's triple disaster, an uncertain recovery
Even after months of cleanup, reconstruction depends on whether people stay or go.
( by Chico Harlan , The Washington Post)
Syrian forces kill dozens ahead of peace mission
Syrian forces killed at least 54 people Friday as they sought to quell demonstrations against President Bashar al-Assad before a peace mission by U.N.-Arab League envoy Kofi Annan, opposition activists said.
( by Khaled Yacoub Oweis , The Washington Post)
U.S. to transfer control of Afghan inmates
Step may remove key obstacle to broader deal on terms of U.S. military presence beyond 2014.
( by Ernesto Londoño and Peter Finn , The Washington Post)
Pakistan names new spymaster
Lt. Gen. Zaheer ul-Islam to head spy agency, replacing Lt. Gen. Ahmed Shuja Pasha, chief since 2008.
( by Richard Leiby and Karen DeYoung , The Washington Post)
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LIVE DISCUSSIONS
Free Range on Food: Beer Madness, using a mortar and pestle, Spike Gjerde and more
Have cooking questions? We have answers. Ask us now.
(, vForum)
Carolyn Hax Live: Advice columnist tackles your problems (Thursday, March 15)
Advice Columnist Carolyn Hax takes your questions and comments about the strange train we call life.
(, vForum)
Carolyn Hax Live (Friday, March 9)
Advice Columnist Carolyn Hax takes your questions and comments about the strange train we call life.
(, vForum)
How important is separation of church and state?
Bradley Hirschfield discusses separation of church and state, public prayer and more.
(, vForum)
Outlook: Myths about March Madness
Sports reporter Eric Prisbell separates March Madness fact from fiction.
(, vForum)
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TECHNOLOGY
Kony 2012: Anatomy of a viral campaign
How did a group called Invisible Children draw so much attention to a conflict that dates to the '80s?
( by Hayley Tsukayama , The Washington Post)
SXSW: Highlight may be 2012's star
Highlight, a location-based social app, is expected to be the breakout star this year
( by Hayley Tsukayama , The Washington Post)
The new iPad: 5 reasons to buy, 5 reasons not to
Every device has its pros and cons. Here are five reasons to buy — and not to buy — the latest iPad.
( by Hayley Tsukayama , The Washington Post)
Mass Effect 3: Electronic Arts chief executive feeling 'awfully good' about launch
Riccitiello is optimistic about the game's prospects as editorial reviews are very favorable with an aggregated Metacritic score of 94 out of 100.
( by Heinrich Lenhardt | VentureBeat.com , VentureBeat.com)
Explaining the '4G' on the iPhone 4S
Signal strength for "4G" networks showed up on the iPhone 4S overnight, confusing some AT&T customers.
( by Hayley Tsukayama , The Washington Post)
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EDITORIAL
Cheers for U.S. soccer victory
(, The Washington Post)
Rules of 'him' and 'he'
(, The Washington Post)
Coverage of Catholics lacking
(, The Washington Post)
Washington's real real birthday
(, The Washington Post)
Business stories miss the mark
(, The Washington Post)
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BUSINESS
Japan's Nikkei cracks symbolic barrier
As Japan prepares for somber services to mark the anniversary of earthquake and tsunami, the Nikkei returns to pre-disaster levels.
( by Chico Harlan , The Washington Post)
White House names Todd Park as new tech boss
The White House on Friday named Todd Park as U.S. chief technology officer, a post that had high expectations when it was created in 2009, but has produced questionable outcomes, analysts say.
( by Cecilia Kang , The Washington Post)
Kony 2012: Anatomy of a viral campaign
How did a group called Invisible Children draw so much attention to a conflict that dates to the '80s?
( by Hayley Tsukayama , The Washington Post)
New iPad aimed at sharpening Apple's tablet lead
Apple Inc. introduced a new version of the iPad, beefing up the two-year-old mobile computer with a sharper screen and faster chip to widen its lead over Amazon.com Inc., Microsoft Corp. and Google Inc. in the tablet market.
( by Adam Satariano and Peter Burrows Bloomberg News , Bloomberg)
Greek deal with creditors shows how Europe has pushed to protect its neighbors
Greece's success in restructuring its debt could mark an important turning point in Europe's simmering financial crisis: It shows just how far officials have been able to go in insulating the rest of Europe from Greece's economic problems.
( by Michael Birnbaum in BERLIN , The Washington Post)
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