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Iranian exiles under U.S. scrutiny
Controversy deepens for a group that has managed to secure A-list U.S. supporters despite being branded a terrorist organization by the State Department.
(By Joby Warrick and Julie Tate)
Can Obama avoid the summer swoon?
The past three summers have been lean times on the economy for President Obama. Can today's jobs report reverse that trend?
(By Chris Cillizza and Aaron Blake)
Syrian general reportedly defects
Pro-Assad news outlets, opposition members say Maj. Gen. Manaf Tlas has fled to Turkey.
(By Liz Sly)
Romney to bolster communications team amid conservative tempest
The Romney campaign plans to bulk up rapid response and overall messaging operations, but the inner circle is likely to stay intact.
(By Philip Rucker)
Hotter summers could be a part of Washington's future
Record heat over the past few summers suggest that Washington might want to get use to the heat.
(By Ashley Halsey III and Marissa Evans)
NATION
Iranian exiles under U.S. scrutiny
Controversy deepens for a group that has managed to secure A-list U.S. supporters despite being branded a terrorist organization by the State Department.
( by Joby Warrick and Julie Tate , The Washington Post)
More National: Breaking National News & Headlines - Washington Post
LOCAL
Deaths in Southern Maryland, June 13-26, 2012
Obituaries reported by funeral homes in Charles and St. Mary's counties.
(, The Washington Post)
Southern Maryland volunteer opportunities
Nonprofit organizations seeks short- and long-term help in Calvert, Charles and St. Mary's counties.
(, The Washington Post)
Southern Maryland wellness calendar
Health and fitness events and support group meetings in the coming week in Charles, Calvert and St. Mary's counties.
(, The Washington Post)
Southern Maryland crime report
Among incidents reported by the Maryland State Police and sheriff's offices in Calvert, Charles and St. Mary's counties.
(, The Washington Post)
A mighty oak falls
The biggest post oak in Virginia and possibly the third-biggest in the country succumbed to the winds from last week's storm.
( by Patricia Sullivan , The Washington Post)
More Post Local: Washington, DC Area News, Traffic, Weather, Sports & More - The Washington Post
POLITICS
U.S. files trade complaint against China over auto tariffs
The latest dispute with China centers on duties that the country imposed on large-engine cars and sport-utility vehicles exported from the United States, including Jeep and Cadillac makes.
( by David Nakamura and Howard Schneider , The Washington Post)
D.C. planners weigh parking concerns
Planners estimate that thousands will move to D.C. in coming years, and parking battles will heat up.
( by Tim Craig , The Washington Post)
Background Check: Jonathan Jarvis
Meet the head of the National Park Service in this regular feature of Al Kamen's In the Loop.
(, The Washington Post)
A hero and a federal employee
A National Park Service climbing ranger died on Mount Rainier last month while rescuing others.
(, The Washington Post)
Romney to bolster communications team amid conservative tempest
The Romney campaign plans to bulk up rapid response and overall messaging operations, but the inner circle is likely to stay intact.
( by Philip Rucker , The Washington Post)
More Post Politics: Breaking Politics News, Political Analysis & More - The Washington Post
STYLE
Carolyn Hax: Readers' insights on life and love
While the columnist is away, readers offer advice on nightmare boyfriend/girlfriends, breakup guilt, high school perfectionists and more.
(, The Washington Post)
Connolly School wins teaching strategy contest
Our teaching strategies contest has a winner: Karen Craig of Connelly School of the Holy Child in Potomac.
(, The Washington Post)
Friday at the Folklife Festival
The Smithsonian's 46th annual Folklife Festival comes to the Mall with a full schedule of concerts, demonstrations, workshops and food.
(, The Washington Post)
At protocol summit: How do you say 'Happy July Fourth' in Guyanese?
Representatives from 77 countries are attending sessions at the State Department that cover the protocol basics of hosting international summits, working with the media and the intricacies of giving official gifts.
( by Tomi Obaro , The Washington Post)
A 'Southern Wild' child
Quvenzhane Wallis identifies with the 6-year-old she plays in the Cannes Film Festival award-winner.
( by Mark Jenkins Special to The Washington Post , The Washington Post)
More Style: Culture, Arts, Ideas & More - The Washington Post
BUSINESS
Silicon Valley's fast firms vs. slow regulators
As federal antitrust regulators launch fresh investigations into Silicon Valley, slow-moving agencies risk actions that could appear to be too heavy-handed or embarrassingly outdated, some analysts and antitrust experts say.
( by Cecilia Kang , The Washington Post)
Auto lending revs up
Millions of Americans have found that it's becoming surprisingly easy to borrow money to buy a vehicle.
( by Brad Plumer , The Washington Post)
'Spider-Man' expects to rake in at least $120M over first 6 days
Sony Corp. raised its estimate for "The Amazing Spider-Man" after the restart of the hit movie franchise generated $59.3 million in U.S. and Canadian ticket sales over its first two days.
( by Michael White Bloomberg News , Bloomberg)
Countrywide used a special VIP loan program to influence lawmakers, report says
Countrywide Financial Corp. gave discount loans to former and current members of the U.S. Congress and executives at Fannie Mae as it lobbied to scuttle legislation that would have diminished its sale of sub-prime mortgages, according to a report released today by House Oversight and Government Reform Committee Chairman Darrell Issa.
( by Clea Benson and Roxana Tiron Bloomberg News , Bloomberg)
Latest data further muddy economic outlook
There are mixed economic signals heading into Friday's closely watched jobs report.
( by Michael A. Fletcher , The Washington Post)
More Business News, Financial News, Business Headlines & Analysis - The Washington Post
SPORTS
Nationals keep finding a way
Washington strikes for two runs in the ninth inning to complete a late-inning comeback that began in the seventh as the Nats complete a sweep of San Francisco.
( by Adam Kilgore , The Washington Post)
TV and radio listings: July 6
(, The Washington Post)
OPINION | Shut Strasburg down. Period.
OPINION | There really should be no debate about shutting down the Washington ace in September, regardless of how well the team is doing.
(, The Washington Post)
Can Mystics win two in a row?
After beating Phoenix on Sunday, the team strives for another victory on Friday night against San Antonio, one of the WNBA's strongest teams.
( by Matt Breen , The Washington Post)
Terps face tough search for baseball coach
Maryland is looking for a new baseball coach amid an uncertain financial situation.
( by Steve Yanda , The Washington Post)
More Sports: Sports News, Scores, Analysis, Schedules & More - The Washington Post
TECHNOLOGY
HTC did not infringe Apple patents, judge rules
A British judge found that three of the four patents Apple tried to assert against the smartphone company were not valid.
( by Hayley Tsukayama , The Washington Post)
Apple 'mini iPad' rumors gain new steam
A new report gives a couple of additional hints about what Apple may be planning in order to jump into a different segment of the tablet market.
( by Hayley Tsukayama , The Washington Post)
What the 'Internet doomsday' virus is and how to fix it
A piece of malware called DNSChanger could take thousands of people off the Internet on July 9; here's how to make sure you aren't one of them.
( by Hayley Tsukayama , The Washington Post)
What are the best and worst U.S. cities for tech jobs?
Simply Hired just released its July 2012 employment outlook. And some of the results are more than a little surprising.
( by VentureBeat.com , VentureBeat.com)
More Technology News - The Washington Post
WORLD
Syrian general reportedly defects
Pro-Assad news outlets, opposition members say Maj. Gen. Manaf Tlas has fled to Turkey.
( by Liz Sly , The Washington Post)
Iranian exiles under U.S. scrutiny
Controversy deepens for a group that has managed to secure A-list U.S. supporters despite being branded a terrorist organization by the State Department.
( by Joby Warrick and Julie Tate , The Washington Post)
Mexico's president-elect wants close security ties with U.S., with limits
The president-elect of Mexico, Enrique Peña Nieto, said in an interview Thursday that he wants to expand his country's drug-war partnership with the United States, but he would not support the presence of armed American agents in Mexico.
( by William Booth and Nick Miroff in mexico city , The Washington Post)
Nigerian rebels swap guns for welding
A multimillion-dollar amnesty program for Niger Delta ex-rebels has become an unlikely success story for Nigeria's government.
( by Xan Rice , The Washington Post)
Europe, China slash interest rates
Adding to sense of global urgency, Bank of England pumps money into Britain's stimulus program.
( by Michael Birnbaum , The Washington Post)
More World: World News, International News, Foreign Reporting - The Washington Post
EDITORIAL
Good finance, bad politics
How Romney's monetary success could hurt him with voters.
(, The Washington Post)
The imperial presidency revisited
Obama's policies are the very definition of executive overreach.
(, The Washington Post)
Destroying the soul
Solitary confinement in prison is barbaric and should be ended.
( by Colin Dayan , The Washington Post)
The crime of circumcision
A sad regression from freedom.
(, The Washington Post)
Avoiding Carter's fate
President should throw down gauntlet on economy.
( by Jonathan Rauch , The Washington Post)
More Opinions: Washington Post Opinion, Editorial, Op Ed, Politics Editorials - The Washington Post
LIVE DISCUSSIONS
Celebritology Live
Celebritology bloggers Jen Chaney gabbed about the latest celebrity gossip and pop culture news making waves across the Web.
(, vForum)
The Going Out Gurus discussed concerts, rooftop happy hours, weekend getaways and other ideas for summer fun.
Got Plans? Discuss great ideas for local entertainment, dates and family fun.
(, vForum)
Parenting advice: Help for raising children of all ages
Family Almanac columnist Marguerite Kelly discusses the ups and downs of parenting, and tips for helping children through challenging times.
(, vForum)
Tracee Hamilton discusses local and national sports -- and whatever else you want to talk about.
Tracee Hamilton goes weekly with her chat about sports, life and everything else.
(, vForum)
Ask Boswell about all things Washington sports
Sports Columnist Tom Boswell will take your questions about the Redskins, the Capitals, the Nationals, baseball, the NFL and more.
(, vForum)
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