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NATION
Sandy's damage to wildlife refuges adds to questions about spending
Dozens of the protected coastal areas between Maine and Virginia were pummeled by the superstorm.
( by Darryl Fears , The Washington Post)

Lawmakers spar over Benghazi attack
Administration's initial explanations about Libya incident continue to draw criticism on Sunday talk shows.
( by Karen DeYoung , The Washington Post)

Seth P. Tillman, adviser to Sen. J. William Fulbright, dies
Dr. Tillman, 82, wrote many of the lawmaker's noted speeches and helped shape his opposition to the Vietnam War.
( by Emily Langer , The Washington Post)

Obamacare means new health rules
White House to announce finalized plans for program's regulations.
( by Jordan Rau , The Washington Post)

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LOCAL
Would-be bank robber is too patient
After delivering a note asking for money, the man sat to wait. He was still there when Prince William police arrived.
( by Martin Weil , The Washington Post)

Making a difference, with $100
Ten members of the Washington Ethical Society were given $100 each, with orders to give every cent away.
( by Steve Hendrix , The Washington Post)

Md.'s commercial bingo halls are big loser in casino gambling expansion
A once-booming business becomes a shaky bet as the games lose players to death and competition.
( by J. Freedom du Lac , The Washington Post)

Suspects in fatal stabbing at Metro station scheduled to appear in court
The 17-year-old accused of killing Olijawon Griffin faces possible arraignment as an adult.
( by Caitlin Gibson and Miranda S. Spivack , The Washington Post)

Election-weary Va. looks ahead to 2013
The state's gubernatorial contest is likely to draw both national attention and donors.
( by Errin Haines , The Washington Post)

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POLITICS
Election-weary Va. looks ahead to 2013
The state's gubernatorial contest is likely to draw both national attention and donors.
( by Errin Haines , The Washington Post)

Comeback kids are starting over
Seven Democrats and two Republicans are returning to the House after previously losing reelection or retiring from office, a record second act.
( by Ed O'Keefe , The Washington Post)

O'Malley, Ehrlich camps unite in Md. campaign against federal debt
Loyalists of the two political rivals have found a cause on which they can agree.
( by John Wagner , The Washington Post)

Future for Republicans is not so bad
Things aren't that bad for the GOP. Here are four reasons for optimism.
( by Chris Cillizza , The Washington Post)

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STYLE
Carolyn Hax: A 7-year-old steps up
A woman facing a miscarriage struggles to be strong for her 7-year-old daughter, who is trying to help.
(, The Washington Post)

Cantate Chamber Singers at St. Paul's Parish
The performance is lush, but the music is too much the same.
( by Joan Reinthaler , The Washington Post)

LaMontagne rides humility to the top
The lanky woodsman/songwriter still isn't comfortable performing in public.
( by Megan Buerger , The Washington Post)

Viennese composer Seierl and choreographer McCauley in Arlington
McCauley allowed Seierl to film her improvising movement, which became the backdrop for live dance.
( by Rebecca J. Ritzel , The Washington Post)

Can lobbying be taught?
Popularity of programs at GWU and AU suggests rise in interest, but many say, like creativity, it is unteachable.
( by T.R. Goldman , The Washington Post)

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BUSINESS
'Small Business Saturday' goes social
This year American Express is encouraging small business owners to promote the day themselves on platforms like Facebook and Twitter.
( by Mohana Ravindranath , The Washington Post)

Brazil challenges U.S. farms' reign
A vast new farm belt that provided corn to offset U.S. drought may mean a bigger challenge in world markets.
( by Howard Schneider , The Washington Post)

This holiday season, shopping small
Local shops are offering a larger selection of small gifts this year — the type you'd tuck into stockings.
( by Abha Bhattarai , The Washington Post)

Business Rx: Some 'Appropos' advice
The appmaker wants help finding customers and retaining talent.
(, The Washington Post)

Is age discrimination a problem for this IT worker?
Our Career Coach weighs in.
(, The Washington Post)

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SPORTS
Another tight one: Ravens top Steelers
Baltimore's defense clamps down after allowing touchdown on opening drive and the Ravens beat Pittsburgh to take a two-game lead in the AFC North.
( by Jeff Zrebiec , The Washington Post)

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Late goal lifts Maryland past Brown
MEN'S SOCCER | Dan Metzger scores with 57 seconds remaining to help the Terrapins advance into the third round of the NCAA tournament.
( from News Services , The Washington Post)

Wizards want no part of 0-9
As the Wizards attempt to avoid setting a franchise record for losses to open the season, players are mindful that the season is far from over.
( by Michael Lee , The Washington Post)

D.C. stands tall for United
OPINION | It was evident, even in defeat, D.C. United has won back its head-over-heels fan base. Now it's time to give them that stadium.
(, The Washington Post)

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TECHNOLOGY
Nintendo Wii U launches in U.S.
Nintendo begins selling the Wii U console amid tight supplies and delays in implementing a new TV-viewing service.
( by Cliff Edwards Bloomberg News , Bloomberg)

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WORLD
Death toll in Gaza Strip conflict continues to rise
Shelling and airstrikes by Israeli military continue as foreign leaders step up efforts to broker a cease-fire.
( by Ernesto Londoño and Abigail Hauslohner , The Washington Post)

On Asia tour, Obama voices support for Burma in speech
After visiting former political prisoner Aung San Suu Kyi, president's speech praises the nation's "flickers of progress."
( by David Nakamura , The Washington Post)

Pakistani artist quietly honors forbidden culture
Painter Iqbal Hussain, son of a prostitute, has been documenting the lives of the sex workers of Lahore for most of his life.
( by Michele Langevine Leiby , The Washington Post)

Lawmakers spar over Benghazi attack
Administration's initial explanations about Libya incident continue to draw criticism on Sunday talk shows.
( by Karen DeYoung , The Washington Post)

In India's fight against corruption, news networks begin to pay a price
Anti-corruption activists found an ally in the media, but the accused are fighting back through the courts.
( by Rama Lakshmi , The Washington Post)

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EDITORIAL
The truth about federal pay
Public employees aren't underpaid.
( by Andrew G. Biggs and Jason Richwine , The Washington Post)

'Fiscal cliff' deal we need
Despite brinkmanship, outlines of plan are clear.
(, The Washington Post)

Restoring hope at home
Obama must overcome our feelings of decline.
(, The Washington Post)

A scandal we can't love
No enjoyment from the travails of Petraeus, Allen.
(, The Washington Post)

An FHA bailout?
A better approach would be a wider reform of housing subsidies.
(, The Washington Post)

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