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TODAY'S HEADLINES
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TODAY'S HIGHLIGHTS
Senate primaries in four states set key matchups
"These are the states where the Senate will be won or lost," said Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee spokesman Matt Canter.
(By Rosalind S. Helderman)

Obama team's woes concern Democrats
President Obama's campaign says it is unfazed by recent troubles, but some Democrats are worried.
(By Karen Tumulty)

Clinton accuses Russia of selling attack helicopters to Syria
The U.S. secretary of state rejected as "patently untrue" Russia's claims that it is not providing weapons that could be used against Assad's opponents.
(By Colum Lynch and Liz Sly)

Ex-Wells Fargo loan officer says bank targeted minorities for shoddy loans
Broker who grew rich from selling subprime mortgages recasts herself as a crusader for consumers.
(By Ylan Q. Mui)

Ex-aide Ron Barber wins Gabrielle Giffords's Arizona seat in Congress
Democrat Ron Barber, a former aide to Gabrielle Giffords who was injured in the shooting that nearly took the ex-Arizona congresswoman's life, won the special election to replace her on Tuesday.
(By Aaron Blake)

NATION
Clinton accuses Russia of selling attack helicopters to Syria
The U.S. secretary of state rejected as "patently untrue" Russia's claims that it is not providing weapons that could be used against Assad's opponents.
( by Colum Lynch and Liz Sly , The Washington Post)

Senator suggests preemptive budget cuts for Defense Dept.
The chairman of the Senate Armed Services Committee said Tuesday the Defense Department could avoid deeper budget reductions by agreeing to cut $10 billion annually for the next decade.
( by Walter Pincus , The Washington Post)

Jerry Sandusky trial: Witness weeps as he testifies that coach abused him
The witness, now 18, said the abuse occurred when he was in middle school, and that Sandusky was enraged when he cut off contact.
( by Joel Achenbach and Jenna Johnson , The Washington Post)

U.S.: Russia sending attack helicopters to Assad regime in Syria
The Obama administration said today that Russia is sending attack helicopters to the Syrian government and is warning about a dramatic escalation in the conflict.
( by Associated Press , The Washington Post)

Is Starbucks a tech company now?
Something curious was happening behind the scenes at beloved and bemoaned coffee giant Starbucks on March 9, 2012.
( by VentureBeat.com , VentureBeat.com)

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LOCAL
Allen grabs Senate nod in Virginia
The win means the former senator will battle former governor Tim Kaine in November.
( by Ben Pershing , The Washington Post)

Alexandria City Council veterans triumph
Redevelopment plans for the waterfront and in the Beauregard area were the main issues in the race.
( by Patricia Sullivan , The Washington Post)

Alexandria council primary winners include current and ex-members
Voters chose six people from a crowded field in Tuesday's election.
( by Washington Post Staff , The Washington Post)

Fairfax students punished for prank
Three Fairfax County students are in jeopardy of missing graduation because of a senior prank at Herndon High School.
( by Donna St. George , The Washington Post)

Va. lawyers support judgeship for gay prosecutor
Leaders of Richmond's five largest law firms are urging the city's Circuit Court judges to appoint an openly gay man to the bench.
( by Laura Vozzella , The Washington Post)

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POLITICS
Ex-aide Ron Barber wins Gabrielle Giffords's Arizona seat in Congress
Democrat Ron Barber, a former aide to Gabrielle Giffords, won a special election to replace the injured Arizona ex-congresswoman.
( by Aaron Blake , The Washington Post)

Senate primaries in four states set key matchups
"These are the states where the Senate will be won or lost," said Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee spokesman Matt Canter.
( by Rosalind S. Helderman , The Washington Post)

Allen grabs Senate nod in Virginia
The win means the former senator will battle former governor Tim Kaine in November.
( by Ben Pershing , The Washington Post)

President says GOP has simple campaign slogan: 'It's Obama's fault'
Obama sets out on a whirlwind fundraising tour, seeking to remain financially competitive.
( by Amy Gardner and David Nakamura , The Washington Post)

Fall guys at the Justice Department?
COLUMN | Were lower level federal lawyers in the Ted Stevens case punished for sins at the top?
(, The Washington Post)

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STYLE
The problem with in-laws
She wants to avoid being short-tempered on her visits, but she doesn't want to avoid the situation, either.
(, The Washington Post)

ABC live-streams 'The Glass House'
The network deflected some of CBS's legal challenge aimed at stopping the June 18 debut of the reality show, which CBS says is a "Big Brother" knockoff.
(, The Washington Post)

Rockville gym caters to clients with disabilities
Owner Marc Sickel pairs physical and cognitive exercises to help kids with ADHD and other disorders.
(, The Washington Post)

The price of staying put
What Corcoran executives say it would cost to renovate and remain on 17th Street NW.
(, The Washington Post)

At Signature, a barfing tour de force
Special effect of actor vomiting was technically challenging.
( by Jessica Goldstein , The Washington Post)

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BUSINESS
Limited victory on banning BPA in baby formula containers
A House lawmaker's unusual tactic to keep BPA out of food packaging met with limited success this month after regulators agreed to begin a ban of the chemical in infant formula containers.
( by Dina ElBoghdady , The Washington Post)

Verizon announces 'Share Everything' plans — the future of mobile data?
If you're planning to put all of the devices in your household into the plan, the costs can scale quickly.
( by VentureBeat.com , VentureBeat.com)

Verizon Wireless boosting costs for data plans
Verizon Wireless announced it will provide free voice and texting while boosting its billing plan for data, a radical shift that underscores the preeminence of the Internet.
( by Cecilia Kang , The Washington Post)

Developers are key to winning the tech war
Apple, Google and Microsoft are wooing developers to build out their app ecosystems.
( by Hayley Tsukayama , The Washington Post)

For colleges, better financial disclosure shouldn't be voluntary
A one-page shopping sheet to help students better understand their financial aid and to allow them to compare college offers will be available soon. The problem: Colleges are not mandated to use it.
(, The Washington Post)

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SPORTS
Oklahoma City takes us back in time
The Thunder brings back memories of the Sacramento Kings, another successful small-market team of a decade ago.
(, The Washington Post)

Thunder strikes first blow in Finals
Kevin Durant (pictured) scores 17 of his game-high 36 points in the fourth quarter while Russell Westbrook flirts with a triple-double as Oklahoma City repels visiting Miami in Game 1.
( by Michael Lee , The Washington Post)

Roberts returns, sparks O's
Second baseman Brian Roberts, out for more than a year after a concussion, has three singles to lead Baltimore over Pittsburgh for its third straight victory.
( by Eduardo A. Encina , The Washington Post)

Russia, Poland draw amid the chaos
Russia and Poland play to a 1-1 draw at the European Championship amid fan violence in Warsaw that leaves 15 people hurt and more than 100 detained by police.
( Associated Press , The Washington Post)

Nationals keep win streak going
Bryce Harper crushes a home run off the windowed facade of a restaurant some 450 feet from home plate in Toronto as Washington wins its fifth straight.
( by Adam Kilgore , The Washington Post)

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TECHNOLOGY
Verizon announces 'Share Everything' plans — the future of mobile data?
If you're planning to put all of the devices in your household into the plan, the costs can scale quickly.
( by VentureBeat.com , VentureBeat.com)

Verizon Wireless boosting costs for data plans
Verizon Wireless announced it will provide free voice and texting while boosting its billing plan for data, a radical shift that underscores the preeminence of the Internet.
( by Cecilia Kang , The Washington Post)

Developers are key to winning the tech war
Apple, Google and Microsoft are wooing developers to build out their app ecosystems.
( by Hayley Tsukayama , The Washington Post)

WordPress and Facebook are finally together, officially

( by VentureBeat.com , VentureBeat.com)

Nextdoor taking slow road to social networking
One of the most interesting startups in Silicon Valley doesn't seem like an immediate contender for 21st century success. It doesn't have a mobile app. It appeals to older users who might not have smartphones. It sends updates via email. And one way of joining up involves having the company mail you a postcard. You know, the paper kind with a stamp in the corner.
( by Eliza Kern | GigaOM.com , gigaom.com)

More Technology News - The Washington Post


WORLD
Clinton accuses Russia of selling attack helicopters to Syria
The U.S. secretary of state rejected as "patently untrue" Russia's claims that it is not providing weapons that could be used against Assad's opponents.
( by Colum Lynch and Liz Sly , The Washington Post)

Senator suggests preemptive budget cuts for Defense Dept.
The chairman of the Senate Armed Services Committee said Tuesday the Defense Department could avoid deeper budget reductions by agreeing to cut $10 billion annually for the next decade.
( by Walter Pincus , The Washington Post)

Constitutional panel formed in Egypt
Several liberal and secular parties boycotted process, saying Islamists would dominate body.
( by Ernesto Londoño , The Washington Post)

Pakistan panel says ambassador was behind memo to Washington
Husain Haqqani could face treason charges, and the affair is likely to add to tension with the United States.
( by Shaiq Hussain , The Washington Post)

Russian protest unfolds smoothly
Despite measures that suggest a crackdown on demonstrations, thousands turn out in Moscow to denounce Vladi­mir Putin.
( by Kathy Lally and Will Englund , The Washington Post)

More World: World News, International News, Foreign Reporting - The Washington Post


EDITORIAL
'Grey' fantasy and reality
What's the attraction of the 'Fifty Shades trilogy'?
(, The Washington Post)

Ordinary American, RIP
Romney and Obama put a political trope to rest.
(, The Washington Post)

Europe still bailing
Region remains a day late and a euro short.
(, The Washington Post)

A radioactive debate
Congress can make progress on nuclear waste.
(, The Washington Post)

Ousting U-Va.'s president
Why did university trustees lose faith in Teresa Sullivan?
(, The Washington Post)

More Opinions: Washington Post Opinion, Editorial, Op Ed, Politics Editorials - The Washington Post


LIVE DISCUSSIONS
The debate over renting your basement
A controversial proposal would ease rules on adding rental units to homes in D.C. and Montgomery County. Proponents cite the need for affordable housing. Opponents are concerned about how these dwellings would affect parking, public services and property values.
(, vForum)

Brad Hirschfield: Ethics in the news
Brad Hirschfield discusses ethics in the news.
(, vForum)

Carolyn Hax Live: Advice columnist tackles your problems (Friday, June 15)
Advice Columnist Carolyn Hax takes your questions and tackles your problems.
(, vForum)

Free Range on Food: Food-safe gloves, summer soups, the Fancy Food Show and more
Have cooking questions? We have answers. Ask us now.
(, vForum)

Got Plans? With the Going Out Gurus
Got Plans? Discuss great ideas for local entertainment, dates and family fun.
(, vForum)

More Conversations: Discussions, Blogs, Debates, Live Q&A's and More - The Washington Post


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