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European financial crisis has ripple effect on U.S. firms
The eerie emptiness at a Madrid Apple store, the newest in Spain, is an indicator of the growing severity of the impact of the European financial crisis on U.S. companies. Disppointing revenue for top U.S. brands has heightened Wall Street concerns about the health of American business.
(By Ariana Eunjung Cha)
Months after Americans leave, Afghan base in disrepair
At a former U.S. outpost, Afghan troops learn that they're not ready to take on the fight alone.
(By Kevin Sieff)
Congress, feds will probe National near-miss
Two federal agencies and Congress are investigating an incident at Reagan National Airport in which airborne commuter jets came dangerously close to one another.
(By Ashley Halsey III)
Palin flexes political muscles again
In Sarah Palin's biggest test yet as a kingmaker, she heads Friday to Missouri to stump for former state treasurer Sarah Steelman in a close three-way race to take on Democratic Sen. Claire McCaskill in November.
(By Rosalind S. Helderman and Paul Kane)
Gabby Douglas: America's newest golden girl
Gabby Douglas delivers a performance that is packed with power, grace and a palpable joy on her way to winning the individual all-around gold in women's gymnastics.
(By Liz Clarke)
NATION
Annan resigns as envoy to Syria
U.N.-Arab League diplomat criticizes the international community for allowing the conflict to escalate.
( by Colum Lynch , The Washington Post)
Colo. suspect's campus had threat-assessment team
Some members of the University of Colorado community here have expressed dismay that one of their own allegedly planned mass murder without detection, despite the school's threat assessment team.
( by Jenna Johnson and Joel Achenbach , The Washington Post)
Obama and same-sex marriage: Will his stance cost him the African-American vote?
What looks like a grass-roots movement is really a political stunt.
(, The Washington Post)
Cybersecurity bill fails in Senate
Legislation to prevent cyberattacks on infrastructure falls short despite top officials' endorsements.
( by Ed O'Keefe and Ellen Nakashima , The Washington Post)
In the bowels of government, a portal to Silicon Valley
In the sub-basement of the Office of Personnel Management, behind a barn door, there's a portal to Silicon Valley.
( by Emi Kolawole , The Washington Post)
More National: Breaking National News & Headlines - Washington Post
LOCAL
Jack Montgomery's wedding toast
After Jack Montgomery became a husband and father in the eyes of the law, he gave a moving toast thanking those who made his remarkable family possible.
( by Petula Dvorak , The Washington Post)
Congress, feds will probe National near-miss
Two federal agencies and Congress are investigating an incident at Reagan National Airport in which airborne commuter jets came dangerously close to one another.
( by Ashley Halsey III , The Washington Post)
D.C. boxer anticipates Vegas fight
Ty Barnett, a long-overlooked boxer from SE, finally gets a shot at the big time as he fights on ESPN.
( by Gautham Nagesh , The Washington Post)
D.C. man arrested in killing of Arlington jeweler
Arlington County police have arrested a man they think was involved in the killing of a Columbia Pike jewelry store owner on July 27.
( by Allison Klein , The Washington Post)
Details emerge in beating death of toddler
The 12-year-old boy charged in the beating death of a 2-year-old foster child who was staying with his family told investigators he did not want the girl in his house, a prosecutor said.
( by Matt Zapotosky , The Washington Post)
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POLITICS
She the People: Why is Obama resting on his laurels for the religious vote?
Although Mitt Romney released an array of embarrassing blurts on his recent European tour, he pitched smartly to religious voters back home while the administration is letting him score points.
(, The Washington Post)
Obama says Loudoun County key to 2012 chances
The president riled up a crowd of hundreds by telling them that their homebase was the key to his chances.
( by David Nakamura , The Washington Post)
TSA, union land first labor pact for security officers
The union representing 45,000 federal airport screeners and the Transportation Security Administration have reached a tentative labor contract.
(, The Washington Post)
Palin flexes political muscles again
In Sarah Palin's biggest test yet as a kingmaker, she heads Friday to Missouri to stump for former state treasurer Sarah Steelman in a close three-way race to take on Democratic Sen. Claire McCaskill in November.
( by Rosalind S. Helderman and Paul Kane , The Washington Post)
Worst junket ever
Al Kamen hears that some congressional types are embarking on an all-business tour of Europe. This could be a first for In the Loop, which has seen many a codel in its time.
(, The Washington Post)
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STYLE
Carolyn Hax: When someone's too sensitive
The best way to handle oversensitive people is to do exactly what you least want to do: Be honest. Walk right through the pouty tripwire.
(, The Washington Post)
They want a woman to run the debate
Three New Jersey high school students say its high time a woman once again moderated a presidential debate. But boxes of petition signatures in support of their position are refused by the Commission on Presidential Debates.
( by Tomi Obaro , The Washington Post)
First lady Michelle Obama cheers on home-grown nutrition
In a new book, Michelle Obama champions vegetable gardens and healthy food. Her food and exercise initiatives have garnered supporters who say she's helping combat America's obesity epidemic — and some detractors.
( by Adrian Higgins , The Washington Post)
For Montgomery County's mathletes, numbers are a competitive sport
They're the top 0.01 percent of students enrolled in American high schools this year.
( by Ariana Eunjung Cha , The Washington Post)
Grammer of 'Boss' jokes about low ratings
Starz brought Kelsey Grammer and other cast members of its show "Boss" to Summer TV Press Tour 2012, hoping that the hundred or so TV critics/bloggers/tweeters attending the tour's waning days would help scare up more viewers for the series.
(, The Washington Post)
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BUSINESS
Summer slump: Small businesses continued shedding workers in July
The latest small business employment surveys lend further evidence that the economic recovery is losing steam.
( by J.D. Harrison , The Washington Post)
Perks win in Senate panel's attempt at tax reform
Senate Finance Committee's failure to weed out dozens more pet provisions clouds prospects for a far-reaching simplification of the nation's tax laws.
( by Lori Montgomery , The Washington Post)
European financial crisis has ripple effect on U.S. firms
The eerie emptiness at a Madrid Apple store, the newest in Spain, is an indicator of the growing severity of the impact of the European financial crisis on U.S. companies. Disppointing revenue for top U.S. brands has heightened Wall Street concerns about the health of American business.
( by Ariana Eunjung Cha , The Washington Post)
Buckyballs fight back
The company that distributes Buckyballs magnets unleashed an advertising blitz aimed at Washington policy makers as it tries to save itself from what it describes as overzealous regulators.
( by Dina ElBoghdady , The Washington Post)
Job growth appears to be 'moving sideways'
With the labor force growing about the same rate as payrolls, little change in the rate of unemployment is expected in Friday's report, economists say.
( by Peter Whoriskey , The Washington Post)
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SPORTS
Querrey, Fish advance at Citi Open
Americans Sam Querrey (shown) and Mardy Fish win second-round matches in straight sets to join James Blake in the Citi Open quarterfinals.
( by Eric Detweiler , The Washington Post)
Olympics on TV: August 3
(, The Washington Post)
Werth returns; Detwiler dazzles
Jayson Werth returns after missing nearly three months with a broken left wrist, and Ross Detwiler allows three hits to pick up the win.
( by James Wagner , The Washington Post)
What's wrong with U.S. boxing?
OPINION | The Americans' performance in London so far reveals deep flaws in U.S. Boxing's system.
(, The Washington Post)
Five medals, unfulfilled expectations
Ryan Lochte takes silver in the 200 IM and bronze in the 200 backstroke, but he doesn't have the gold rush he expected.
( by Amy Shipley , The Washington Post)
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TECHNOLOGY
iPhone 5 nears: Sharp to start shipping screens to Apple this month
Screens are widely expected to end up in the iPhone 5, according to a report.
( by VentureBeat.com , VentureBeat.com)
Google Fiber: Here's what's good and what needs work
I checked out the system in Kansas City in order to see how fast it was in the "real world."
( by Dave Greenbaum | GigaOM.com , gigaom.com)
Google Wallet app getting a bunch of big changes
The biggest shift is that the app is making a move to the cloud.
( by Ricardo Bilton | VentureBeat.com , VentureBeat.com)
More Technology News - The Washington Post
WORLD
History of the humble taco
There really are just two kinds of tacos, good and bad, according to two books that trace the evolution of the classic Mexican food.
( by William Booth , The Washington Post)
Annan resigns as envoy to Syria
U.N.-Arab League diplomat criticizes the international community for allowing the conflict to escalate.
( by Colum Lynch , The Washington Post)
Months after Americans leave, Afghan base in disrepair
At a former U.S. outpost, Afghan troops learn that they're not ready to take on the fight alone.
( by Kevin Sieff , The Washington Post)
Cybersecurity bill fails in Senate
Legislation to prevent cyberattacks on infrastructure falls short despite top officials' endorsements.
( by Ed O'Keefe and Ellen Nakashima , The Washington Post)
Kim Jong Eun joined on roller coaster by British official
The presence of a junior British diplomat at opening of a North Korean theme park highlights the two nations' tentative rapprochement.
( by Simon Mundy , The Washington Post)
More World: World News, International News, Foreign Reporting - The Washington Post
EDITORIAL
California dreamin'
Los Angeles's innovative solution to joblessness.
(, The Washington Post)
Romney's excellent trip
It was a major substantive success.
(, The Washington Post)
A defeat for diplomacy
The Annan peace plan was doomed to fail.
(, The Washington Post)
Europe needs a 'car czar'
Taming the auto market could help the euro.
(, The Washington Post)
The high cost of pension savings
Federal changes may delay a corporate crisis.
( by Robert C. Pozen , The Washington Post)
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LIVE DISCUSSIONS
Career Coach takes your questions
Joyce Russell on how to keep employees engaged and motivated at work
(, vForum)
Celebritology Live
Celebritology blogger 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)
Home Front | Neatnik's Nicole Anzia helps you get organized for fall
Home Front | Neatnik's Nicole Anzia helps you get organized for fall
(, vForum)
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