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NATION
Libya consulate attack poses challenge for Obama
The killing of the U.S. ambassador leaves Obama with a diplomatic crisis that threatens to undermine his long-term strategy in the Arab world.
( by Karen DeYoung and Scott Wilson , The Washington Post)
Number of uninsured Americans drops by 1.3 million
For the first time in three years, the share of Americans without health insurance declined, according to census data released Wednesday.
( by N.C. Aizenman , The Washington Post)
Witnesses: Attack came after militants joined protesters
U.S. officials, witnesses cast doubt on theory that attacks grew spontaneously from demonstrations at consulate.
( by Greg Miller and Michael Birnbaum , The Washington Post)
From West Nile to hantavirus, a deadly summer
Do recent outbreaks signal an epidemic of viral epidemics? Yes and no, experts say.
( by Joel Achenbach, David Brown and Lena H. Sun , The Washington Post)
Defense a big winner in spending talks
OPINION | The Defense Department so far appears to have done well in congressional talks over a resolution to keep paying the country's bills.
(, The Washington Post)
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LOCAL
D.C. CFO's office urged to conduct more thorough background checks
Natwar Gandhi's office has been urged to conduct more thorough background checks, especially those who handle money.
( by Debbie Cenziper and Nikita Stewart , The Washington Post)
D.C.'s chief tax appraiser embroiled in controversy
Tony L. George, who recently supervised tax reductions for 500 commercial properties, faced complaints about bias and tax reductions in his former Georgia post.
( by Nikita Stewart and Debbie Cenziper , The Washington Post)
Air traffic control system over budget
Airlines are increasingly worried by delays and overruns in the NextGen air traffic control system.
( by Ashley Halsey III , The Washington Post)
Alexandria man claims innocence in 2009 robbery
Maligie Conteh is facing deportation, and the state says new evidence does not exonerate him.
( by Justin Jouvenal , The Washington Post)
Pr. William police charge two caregivers at daycare
Most of the 21 children in the Woodbridge home were "not adequately supervised," police said.
( by Jeremy Borden , The Washington Post)
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POLITICS
'Sammies' winners announced
Winners of the federal workforce Samuel J. Heyman Service to America Medals announced.
( by Steve Vogel , The Washington Post)
Obama campaigns in Vegas after 'tough day'
President Obama went through with a campaign appearance in Las Vegas on Wednesday evening, beginning his speech with a somber tribute to the four Americans killed in Libya.
( by Amy Gardner , The Washington Post)
D.C. CFO's office urged to conduct more thorough background checks
Natwar Gandhi's office has been urged to conduct more thorough background checks, especially those who handle money.
( by Debbie Cenziper and Nikita Stewart , The Washington Post)
D.C.'s chief tax appraiser embroiled in controversy
Tony L. George, who recently supervised tax reductions for 500 commercial properties, faced complaints about bias and tax reductions in his former Georgia post.
( by Nikita Stewart and Debbie Cenziper , The Washington Post)
At Customs and Border Protection, a demotion that wasn't
The fact that there's no commissioner, acting or otherwise, is the product of an administrative quirk at CBP.
(, The Washington Post)
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STYLE
Carolyn Hax: Rules for the grandparents
When grandparents ignore or dismiss a parent's childrearing choices, how does a parent set boundaries?
(, The Washington Post)
The TV Column: Letterman 'grateful' for Kennedy Center Honors
The reclusive late-night talk show host plans to attend the event.
(, The Washington Post)
Showdown in Chicago: Educators aim to teach their 'bully' mayor a lesson
Rahm Emanuel is known for his blunt leadership style, but a striking union could force him to adjust.
( by Peter Slevin , The Washington Post)
Questions abound about film said to be behind attacks on embassies
The media are now backtracking on accounts of the person responsible for an anti-Muslim film — or films — and its role in prompting attacks on U.S. embassies in Libya and Egypt.
( by Paul Farhi , The Washington Post)
'The Elaborate Entrance of Chad Deity" at Woolly Mammoth Theatre
Kristoffer Diaz's sports satire transforms Woolly Mammoth Theatre into a professional wrestling venue.
( by Peter Marks , The Washington Post)
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BUSINESS
Apple's iPhone 5 will win big by playing it safe, analysts say
The company's latest model isn't revolutionary, but analysts say the enhancements should keep it competitive.
( by Hayley Tsukayama , The Washington Post)
What the Apple iPhone 5 announcement means for Samsung, Google
Apple Inc. unveiled a new version of the iPhone in an overhaul aimed at widening its lead over Samsung Electronics Co. and Google Inc. in the $219.1 billion smartphone market.
( by Adam Satariano Bloomberg News , Bloomberg)
Chesapeake Energy selling $6.9 billion of assets
Staggering under high debt, Chesapeake Energy plans to sell $6.9 billion of gas fields and pipelines — another step in shrinking the company that was a leader in the shale gas revolution.
( by Steven Mufson , The Washington Post)
Apple Unveils IPhone 5 to Extend Lead in Smartphone Market
Apple Inc. unveiled a new version of the iPhone that boasts a bigger screen, faster chip and access to speedier wireless networks, an overhaul aimed at widening its lead over Samsung Electronics Co. and Google Inc. in the $219.1 billion smartphone market.
( by Adam Satariano Bloomberg News , Bloomberg)
More Americans opting out of banking system
Roughly 17 million adults are without a checking or savings account. Another 51 million adults have a bank account, but use pawnshops, payday lenders or rent-to-own services.
( by Danielle Douglas , The Washington Post)
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SPORTS
Another dramatic win for Orioles
Nate McLouth's ninth-inning single scores Manny Machado and lifts Baltimore to another one-run win.
( by Eduardo A. Encina , The Washington Post)
Lannan, bullpen handcuff Mets
John Lannan put his major league bona fides on display in New York, going 5 2/3 scoreless innings in a game originally slated to be Stephen Strasburg's final start, as the Nats sweep the Mets.
( by Adam Kilgore , The Washington Post)
TV and radio listings: September 13
(, The Washington Post)
Griffin unfazed as accolades roll in
Rookie QB wins NFC offensive player of the week award and experts sing his praises, but he and the Redskins temper their expectations.
( by Mike Jones , The Washington Post)
Baltimore: Finally back in contention
OPINION | In an American League season full of flawed teams, the Orioles, even injured, are among the least shaky in mid-September.
(, The Washington Post)
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TECHNOLOGY
Apple's iPhone 5 will win big by playing it safe, analysts say
The company's latest model isn't revolutionary, but analysts say the enhancements should keep it competitive.
( by Hayley Tsukayama , The Washington Post)
What the Apple iPhone 5 announcement means for Samsung, Google
Apple Inc. unveiled a new version of the iPhone in an overhaul aimed at widening its lead over Samsung Electronics Co. and Google Inc. in the $219.1 billion smartphone market.
( by Adam Satariano Bloomberg News , Bloomberg)
Apple Unveils IPhone 5 to Extend Lead in Smartphone Market
Apple Inc. unveiled a new version of the iPhone that boasts a bigger screen, faster chip and access to speedier wireless networks, an overhaul aimed at widening its lead over Samsung Electronics Co. and Google Inc. in the $219.1 billion smartphone market.
( by Adam Satariano Bloomberg News , Bloomberg)
iPhone 5: Bigger, faster, slimmer
Apple's iPhone 5 moves ahead with the market and gets spec bumps all around.
( by Hayley Tsukayama , The Washington Post)
Facebook Rises as IPhone Aids Mobile Effort: San Francisco Mover
Facebook Inc. surged as much as 8.9 percent, on track for a record gain, after Apple Inc. said the iPhone 5 has a built-in application for the social network that enables photo sharing and voice-activated posts.
( by Brian Womack and Douglas MacMillan Bloomberg News , Bloomberg)
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WORLD
Libya consulate attack poses challenge for Obama
The killing of the U.S. ambassador leaves Obama with a diplomatic crisis that threatens to undermine his long-term strategy in the Arab world.
( by Karen DeYoung and Scott Wilson , The Washington Post)
Nuclear phaseout in Japan?
The country's government is planning a move to shutter all nuclear plants by the 2030s, Japanese media reported.
( by Chico Harlan , The Washington Post)
Witnesses: Attack came after militants joined protesters
U.S. officials, witnesses cast doubt on theory that attacks grew spontaneously from demonstrations at consulate.
( by Greg Miller and Michael Birnbaum , The Washington Post)
German court backs bailout fund — with conditions
German court's decision to allow taxes to be used for bailout fund a victory for Europe's financial rescue plan.
( by Anthony Faiola , The Washington Post)
Defense a big winner in spending talks
OPINION | The Defense Department so far appears to have done well in congressional talks over a resolution to keep paying the country's bills.
(, The Washington Post)
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EDITORIAL
Md. and Va.'s illusory surpluses
No cause for celebration from overfunded budgets.
(, The Washington Post)
Romney and his bucket brigade
Now he and his party have a real mess.
(, The Washington Post)
The vaunted Volt
U.S. taxpayers have been taken for a ride.
(, The Washington Post)
Monetary morphine
The Fed turns to central planning.
(, The Washington Post)
The Neil Armstrong I knew
He had high standards and stuck to them.
( by Michael Collins , The Washington Post)
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LIVE DISCUSSIONS
The Web Hostess: What you're missing (or not) on the internet
Web Hostess Monica Hesse sifts the Internet so you don't have to, searching for meaning, manners and the next great meme.
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Free Range on Food
Have cooking questions? We have answers. Ask us now.
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Career Coach takes your questions
Joyce Russell on how to keep employees engaged and motivated at work
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Career Coach takes your questions
Joyce Russell discussed jobs, negotiations and salary issues.
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Is religious violence real? The anniversary of 9/11 is over, but the question remains.
Brad Hirschfield is discussing religious violence.
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