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For Obama, gay marriage stance born of a long evolution
For the president's gay supporters, his advocacy of same-sex marriage has been a long time coming. It's been something Obama has struggled with since 1996.
(By Peter Wallsten and Scott Wilson)
How the 'unthinkable' became a reality
The idea of gay marriage Obama just endorsed originated someplace unexpected: Oklahoma, in 1966.
(By David A. Fahrenthold)
FDA panel recommends approval of drug to prevent HIV infection
For the first time, a panel of experts has recommended that the Food and Drug Administration approve a drug for preventing infection with HIV.
(By Brian Vastag)
Catholic bishops continue to delve into concerns about Girl Scouts
Church leaders ask group to clarify programs and material some think boost contraception and abortion.
(By Carol Morello)
U.S. launches airstrike in Yemen as new details surface about bomb plot
The operative who posed as a willing suicide bomber and later turned the device over to authorities was recruited in Britain by that country's spy service, officials said.
(By Greg Miller and Karen DeYoung)
NATION
Suicide attack in Syria threatens international action
Agreement on additional international action in Syria appeared more remote than ever following a massive suicide bombing on Thursday in Damascus, as foreign leaders pointed fingers of responsibility for the violence in opposite directions.
( by Karen DeYoung , The Washington Post)
U.S. launches airstrike in Yemen as new details surface about bomb plot
The operative who posed as a willing suicide bomber and later turned the device over to authorities was recruited in Britain by that country's spy service, officials said.
( by Greg Miller and Karen DeYoung , The Washington Post)
FDA panel recommends approval of drug to prevent HIV infection
For the first time, a panel of experts has recommended that the Food and Drug Administration approve a drug for preventing infection with HIV.
( by Brian Vastag , The Washington Post)
Welsh nominated to lead Air Force
The White House has nominated Gen. Mark A. Welsh III, the commander of U.S. Air Forces in Europe and a former senior official at the CIA, to be the next Air Force chief of staff.
( by Craig Whitlock , The Washington Post)
Mayan prophecy: The world won't end, as a newfound calendar goes on and on
Some say 9th century calendar counters notions predicting the end of the world in December.
( by Brian Vastag , The Washington Post)
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METRO
Your responses about Public Service Recognition Week
Few say anything special happened this week.
(, The Washington Post)
Md. planning agency makes unflattering car audit public
The authority had an unusually high number of vehicles, and some workers took them home for unclear reasons, the report shows.
( by Miranda S. Spivack , The Washington Post)
As Metro budget advances, agency's pension policy is scrutinized
A Metro committee approved its $2.5 billion budget for fiscal year 2013, including money for nearly 100 hybrid diesel buses to replace ones that have had problems.
( by Dana Hedgpeth , The Washington Post)
Gay marriage is tense issue for Kaine
The president and the ex-Virginia governor have different positions, but their election fates are widely seen to be intertwined.
( by Ben Pershing , The Washington Post)
Catholic bishops continue to delve into concerns about Girl Scouts
Church leaders ask group to clarify programs and material some think boost contraception and abortion.
( by Carol Morello , The Washington Post)
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POLITICS
Obama to tout success of mortgage refinancing
Officials see a dramatic spike in Americans taking advantage of programs designed to help struggling homeowners.
( by Amy Gardner , The Washington Post)
Mitt Romney apologizes
Mitt Romney's high school pranks at the elite Cranbrook Schools in Bloomfield Hills, Mich., were in the news Thursday.
(, The Washington Post)
GOP treads lightly on gay marriage issue
In the 24 hours since President Obama announced his support for gay marriage and turned it into a hot-button campaign issue, presidential candidate Mitt Romney and other Republican leaders have chosen their words carefully.
( by Philip Rucker , The Washington Post)
Your responses about Public Service Recognition Week
Few say anything special happened this week.
(, The Washington Post)
Md. planning agency makes unflattering car audit public
The authority had an unusually high number of vehicles, and some workers took them home for unclear reasons, the report shows.
( by Miranda S. Spivack , The Washington Post)
More Post Politics: Breaking Politics News, Political Analysis & More - The Washington Post
STYLE
Naming favorites
The expectant parents want to honor both their mothers, but hurt feelings are looming.
(, The Washington Post)
The TV Column: Prime time to pump up fall hits (or flops)
After watching clips of new shows at Broadcast TV Upfront Week,ad execs start negotiating to buy commercial time. The haul is expected to exceed $9 billion.
(, The Washington Post)
Two books, one cover
Style Invitational contest Week 971: Double booking — pair two books humorously, either two real ones or a real one plus one you make up. Plus winning portmanteau phrases.
(, The Washington Post)
Essay: Participant Media invents an activist aesthetic
With its new water documentary, "Last Call at the Oasis," Participant Media has codified a genuine cinematic film genre, in which form is every bit as important as content.
( by Ann Hornaday , The Washington Post)
How the 'unthinkable' became a reality
The idea of gay marriage Obama just endorsed originated someplace unexpected: Oklahoma, in 1966.
( by David A. Fahrenthold , The Washington Post)
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SPORTS
TV and radio listings: May 11
(, The Washington Post)
Strasburg fans 13 as Nats get off mat
Stephen Strasburg has his highest single-game strikeout total since his first major league start in 2010 as Washington snaps a three-game losing streak in Pittsburgh.
( by Adam Kilgore , The Washington Post)
Nobody celebrates the Redskins like the Redskins
In advance of their 80th anniversary season, the Redskins unveil a preview of their throwback uniforms during a kickoff celebration at Redskins Park.
(, The Washington Post)
A fitting conclusion
All-Met golfer Keegan Boone shoots a 2-under 69 to pull away for the WCAC individual title and lead Gonzaga to its third consecutive team championship.
( by Josh Barr , The Washington Post)
Intriguing stage set at Sawgrass
While Ian Poulter and Martin Laird give themselves a chance at the Players Championship, Tiger Woods must rally just to secure a spot during the weekend.
( by Barry Svrluga , The Washington Post)
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WORLD
Afghan commanders show new defiance in dealings with Americans
Afghan commanders have declined more than a dozen operations, highlighting shift to greater autonomy as NATO draws down.
( by Kevin Sieff , The Washington Post)
Suicide attack in Syria threatens international action
Agreement on additional international action in Syria appeared more remote than ever following a massive suicide bombing on Thursday in Damascus, as foreign leaders pointed fingers of responsibility for the violence in opposite directions.
( by Karen DeYoung , The Washington Post)
Egyptian presidential candidates debate
The two top-rated Egyptian presidential candidates battled Thursday over the role of Islam in the Arab world's most populous country as they took part in the first televised presidential debate in the nation's history.
( by Leila Fadel , The Washington Post)
U.S. launches airstrike in Yemen as new details surface about bomb plot
The operative who posed as a willing suicide bomber and later turned the device over to authorities was recruited in Britain by that country's spy service, officials said.
( by Greg Miller and Karen DeYoung , The Washington Post)
Germany remains opposed to calls for economic stimulus in Europe
Despite anti-austerity tide in France and Greece, Merkel renews commitment to spending cuts.
( by Michael Birnbaum , The Washington Post)
More World: World News, International News, Foreign Reporting - The Washington Post
LIVE DISCUSSIONS
Real Wheels Live
Live online discussion with Real Wheels columnist Warren Brown about car-buying and the auto industry.
(, vForum)
Celebritology Live
Celebritology blogger Jen Chaney gabbed about the latest celebrity gossip and pop culture news making waves across the Web.
(, vForum)
Got Plans? The Going Out Gurus discussed Washington restaurants, nightlife, weekend outings and more.
Got Plans? Discuss great ideas for local entertainment, dates and family fun.
(, vForum)
Free Range on Food
Have cooking questions? We have answers. Ask us now.
(, vForum)
How to nurture your garden in the spring
How to start or improve your garden in the spring
(, vForum)
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TECHNOLOGY
Is Facebook's IPO really making Silicon Valley real estate prices go up?
Facebook initial public offering may be pushing already-expensive Silicon Valley real estate to frenetic new highs.
( by VentureBeat.com , VentureBeat.com)
Microsoft may bring IE9 to Xbox 360
The Xbox 360 currently includes Bing voice search, but it's limited to media results.
( by Tom Warren | The Verge , theverge.com)
EMC goes all-flash, buys XtremIO
As expected, EMC has bought Israeli flash-storage startup XtremIO for $430 million, according to Israeli news site Globes.
( by Derrick Harris | GigaOM.com , gigaom.com)
Intel expands in all directions where computing can be found
The world's biggest chip maker is not only making faster chips.
( by VentureBeat.com , VentureBeat.com)
Samsung Galaxy S III vs. HTC One X: Which one is better?
Samsung Galaxy S III wins on features while HTC One X owns design. Here's why.
( by VentureBeat.com , VentureBeat.com)
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EDITORIAL
Overweight nation
A number of strategies could help in addressing a public-health emergency.
(, The Washington Post)
Chief Lanier gets 5 more years
The District's top cop, effective and empathetic.
(, The Washington Post)
Sorry — for getting caught
The falls of John Edwards and Harry Thomas.
( by Jo-Ann Armao , The Washington Post)
The truth about Ind.'s toll road
Gov. Mitch Daniels responds to critics.
( by Mitchell E. Daniels Jr. , The Washington Post)
A risky renewal of hope
Supporting gay marriage may cost Obama votes.
(, The Washington Post)
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BUSINESS
Is Facebook's IPO really making Silicon Valley real estate prices go up?
Facebook initial public offering may be pushing already-expensive Silicon Valley real estate to frenetic new highs.
( by VentureBeat.com , VentureBeat.com)
Extended jobless benefits cut
More than 200,000 jobless workers lose out as cuts in federal jobless benefits hit eight more states.
( by Michael A. Fletcher , The Washington Post)
White House said to be watching Greece situation
Administration official says U.S. government is studying whether Greek leaders are able to form a government.
( by Zachary A. Goldfarb , The Washington Post)
Cost of new Ga. reactors goes up
The consortium building two new nuclear power units in Georgia has told Southern Co. that it will have to pay an additional $400 million to finish the units on time, according to Southern Co. filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
( by Steven Mufson , The Washington Post)
Freddie Mac names new chief executive
Freddie Mac is getting its fourth leader since it was placed under federal conservatorship, longtime JPMorgan Chase executive Donald H. Layton.
( by David S. Hilzenrath , The Washington Post)
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