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U.S. policy questioned as Maliki consolidates power
Sunnis and Kurds are angered by what they see as Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki's efforts to exclude them from power, unchecked by the U.S.
(By Liz Sly)
Syria demands rebel guarantees before withdrawing forces
The demand jeopardizes hopes for a U.N.-brokered peace plan.
(By Alice Fordham)
Chris Cillizza: In politics, 'Big' is bad
Populist sentiments prevail this election year. People believe the system is rigged — and they're mad.
(By Chris Cillizza)
After racial tension cools, what's next?
Far from Florida, the killing of Trayvon Martin resonates in a Connecticut town still trying to heal.
(By Krissah Thompson and Michael A. Fletcher)
The mystery of Michael Jordan
Michael Jordan is the most recognizable part of the Charlotte Bobcats franchise, but similar to his time with the Wizards in Washington, the basketball world questions how active he wants to be as an executive.
(By Rick Maese)
NATION
Battle over Stadium Woods pits forest vs. football
Virginia Tech's plan to build a sports facility on part of the woods draws strong opposition from fans of the campus's venerable oak trees
( by Darryl Fears in BLACKSBURG, Va. , The Washington Post)
Journalist Mike Wallace dies at 93
Mike Wallace, the "60 Minutes" correspondent who helped define serious television journalism with an adversarial interviewing style that was admired and feared, died April 7 at age 93.
( by Adam Bernstein , The Washington Post)
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METRO
Ursula Mattheisen, conservation activist
The Falls Church homemaker volunteered with and supported conservation groups, receiving an award from the Izaak Walton League.
(, The Washington Post)
In Mount Vernon Triangle, replacing parking lots, crime with high-rises
New residential, office and retail developments are signs of the neighborhood's reinvention.
( by Lori Aratani , The Washington Post)
On Easter Sunday, voices rise at sunrise service on Lincoln Memorial
Pastor Amos Dodge and members of Capital Church of Vienna have hosted an Easter service at the Lincoln Memorial for the past 34 years. The service is attended by thousands.
( by Hamil R. Harris and Fredrick Kunkle , The Washington Post)
Congress says no to kids seeking challenge
When few were paying attention, Congress in December cut by 33 percent funds to pay Advanced Placement and International Baccalaureate test fees for low-income students.
(, The Washington Post)
Tommy Tucker: A stylish squirrel
SQUIRREL WEEK | In the 1940s, Zaidee Bullis of D.C. started caring for him, dressing him in outfits and taking Tommy to visit kids at schools and hospitals.
(, The Washington Post)
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POLITICS
For agency, a loss of technology has had down- and upsides
The Commerce Department's Economic Development Administration has been without e-mail for 80 days, but it's making due and slowly rebuilding.
( by Lisa Rein , The Washington Post)
After racial tension cools, what's next?
Far from Florida, the killing of Trayvon Martin resonates in a Connecticut town still trying to heal.
( by Krissah Thompson and Michael A. Fletcher , The Washington Post)
Plain Writing Act a work in progress for federal agencies
A 2010 law requiring that the federal government communicate more clearly with the American public is taking hold — slowly.
( by Lisa Rein , The Washington Post)
Gambling still paralyzes Md. Assembly
Four years after the issue was thought to have been settled, a major bill still awaits a vote on the final day of session.
( by John Wagner , The Washington Post)
Health care recalls court ruling that is an equal-opportunity offender
President Obama in arguing for his health-care overhaul mentioned a 1905 Supreme Court decision that both sides revile.
(, The Washington Post)
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STYLE
Carolyn Hax: When spouse's attention wanders, what to do next?
Carolyn Hax advises a spouse concerned about phone calls and texts from a third party and a significant other getting ready to meet the girlfriend's family.
(, The Washington Post)
Home is where the talker is
A new cable-news luxury — the mini-studio at home — allows cable pundits to weigh in without the time, hassle and expense of traveling.
( by Ned Martel , The Washington Post)
Harlem troupe's dancers glide and soar
Some members of the Dance Theatre of Harlem soared on Saturday at Lincoln Theatre, but others were grounded.
( by Rebecca Ritzel , The Washington Post)
Haunting Mary lights the way in Arena's 'Journey'
The enveloping gloom of Arena Stage's "Long Day's Journey Into Night" unquestionably swirls around Helen Carey's Mary Tyrone.
( by Peter Marks , The Washington Post)
Alabama Shakes' deep-rooted rock
The Alabama Shakes, once a cover band, played their own songs with the consoling authority of standards in a sold-out show at Rams Head Live in Baltimore.
( by Chris Klimek , The Washington Post)
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SPORTS
TV and radio listings: April 9
TV and radio listings: April 9
(, The Washington Post)
Not scared off by double-eagle
OPINION | Bubba Watson wasn't cowed by an early double-eagle by Louis Oosthuizen in winning the 76th Masters.
(, The Washington Post)
Woods and McIlroy share a miserable Masters
Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy wind up tied, but to the surprise of many their position was nowhere near the top of the Masters leaderboard.
( by Barry Svrluga , The Washington Post)
Watson wins Masters in playoff
Bubba Watson saves par from the pine straw and wins the 76th Masters on the second hole of a playoff Sunday over Louis Oosthuizen.
( by Barry Svrluga , The Washington Post)
Hammel flirts with history
Jason Hammel takes a no-hitter into the eighth inning before settling for a two-hit gem in the Orioles' win over the Twins.
( by Eduardo A. Encina , The Washington Post)
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WORLD
U.S. policy questioned as Maliki consolidates power
Sunnis and Kurds are angered by what they see as Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki's efforts to exclude them from power, unchecked by the U.S.
( by Liz Sly , The Washington Post)
Muslim Brotherhood candidate aims to cement transition in Egypt
Shift comes amid fears that the the country's ruling military chiefs could hijack the transition to democratic rule.
( by Leila Fadel , The Washington Post)
Syria demands rebel guarantees before withdrawing forces
The demand jeopardizes hopes for a U.N.-brokered peace plan.
( by Alice Fordham , The Washington Post)
Iran nuclear talks set for this week
World powers are expected to press Iran to accept curbs on its nuclear program that would make it more difficult for the country to build a nuclear weapon.
( by Thomas Erdbrink , The Washington Post)
India, Pakistan leaders pledge improved relations
Pakistani President Zardari's visit to India's leaders was freighted with much diplomatic significance.
( by Rama Lakshmi and Richard Leiby , The Washington Post)
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TECHNOLOGY
Apple Asks Appeals Court to Halt Samsung Tablet, Phone Sales
Apple Inc., maker of the iPhone and iPad, asked a U.S. appeals court to block sales of some products made by Samsung Electronics Co. that it contends "slavishly copy" the two devices.
( by Susan Decker Bloomberg News , Bloomberg)
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EDITORIAL
Why freedom is low on the agenda
He has missed obvious chances to help promote democracy.
(, The Washington Post)
Impasse over the Ex-Im
Congress shouldn't write the bank another blank check.
(, The Washington Post)
Justice for an ex-strongman
At 85, Efrain Rios Montt should answer for a brutal suppression.
(, The Washington Post)
Don't derail Ike's memorial
Commission is right to proceed with Frank Gehry's design.
(, The Washington Post)
Stranded without a payphone
(, The Washington Post)
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BUSINESS
Washington area bankruptcy filings: Week of April 9
These firms recently filed with the U.S. Bankruptcy Court's local court clerk's offices.
(, The Washington Post)
New at the top: Christopher Giusti
Christopher Giusti is chief financial officer of CSSI in the District.
(, The Washington Post)
When a firm's founder enters politics
A company at a critical juncture must move on without its chairman, who is running for Congress in Md.
( by Danielle Douglas , The Washington Post)
Vecna changes its robot focus
Low funding for a battlefield robot led the Greenbelt company to do more with a less-specialized unit.
( by Steven Overly , The Washington Post)
Washington area business diary: Week of April 9
(, The Washington Post)
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