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NATION
Petraeus scandal puts lifestyle of four-star generals under scrutiny
The commanders enjoy an array of perks befitting a billionaire, and some wonder if that played a role in affair.
( by Rajiv Chandrasekaran and Greg Jaffe , The Washington Post)

Broadwell investigation shows FBI's long reach into digital lives
Bureau started with five e-mails but found a mountain of data as case grew without clear boundaries.
( by Greg Miller and Ellen Nakashima , The Washington Post)

Lawmakers keeping pressure on Justice Dept. over Petraeus timeline
Members of Congress still pushing for answers about why they weren't informed of investigation sooner.
( by Sari Horwitz and Kimberly Kindy , The Washington Post)

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LOCAL
Man robbed at Maryland ATM in front of daughter, 4
Robberies are common in the Washington region, but children are seldom reported present.
( by Martin Weil , The Washington Post)

Olney man killed at Woodley Park Metro
D.C. police arrest nine youths after dispute with 18-year-old victim who was robbed earlier .
( by Robert Samuels and Martin Weil , The Washington Post)

Pr. William County Board chief proposes deep social service cuts
Corey Stewart proposes $9.6 million in cuts to programs, departments
( by Jeremy Borden , The Washington Post)

Historic Manassas house closer to prospect of demolition
The city finance committee backed funds to demolish the home on Prescott Avenue.
( by Jeremy Borden , The Washington Post)

Prince William County news in brief
Target closing store in Manassas Mall; Manassas budgets for snowy winter; Parent Rescource Center fete
(, The Washington Post)

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POLITICS
Pr. William County Board chief proposes deep social service cuts
Corey Stewart proposes $9.6 million in cuts to programs, departments
( by Jeremy Borden , The Washington Post)

Politically connected District firms <br> hit jackpot in Md. casino fight
Tens of millions were funneled through consultants tied to top Democrats and Republicans.
( by Aaron C. Davis and T.W. Farnam , The Washington Post)

Gray campaign aide says he questioned candidate about sources of funding
Says future D.C. mayor was alerted to staff's unease about what became known as the "shadow campaign."
( by Nikita Stewart and Mike DeBonis , The Washington Post)

Ron Barber defeats Martha McSally in race for Giffords's former seat
Barber and McSally each held leads since election night, with a difference of only a few dozen votes at times.
( Associated Press , The Washington Post)

Legal opinion sought on Alston vacancy
Md. Gov. Martin O'Malley asks that no action be taken on the seat until the state's attorney general weighs in.
( by Miranda S. Spivack , The Washington Post)

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STYLE
A wife's failed job hunt sticks relationship in a trap
A refresher in cause and effect could help solve relationship strain.
(, The Washington Post)

On Love: Stephanie Garcia and Aaron Robbins Wiseman
A proposal at Hank's Oyster Bar gets crowd approval.
(, The Washington Post)

On Love: 'Timing is a big part of it'
When their love lives fell apart, Mical Owens and Erik Ylitalo found a connection together.
(, The Washington Post)

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BUSINESS
AARP flexes its muscle in debt talks
Group tests the limits of its influence as it firmly opposes entitlement cuts to Social Security and Medicare.
( by Michael A. Fletcher and Zachary A. Goldfarb , The Washington Post)

Blackboard's departing founder, an opportunist who made his own luck
COLUMN | Michael Chasen's company is a dominant provider of course management software.
(, The Washington Post)

Shopping tip: Just stop, drop and roll
COLUMN | Use the old fire-safety advice to keep your gift spending in check this holiday season.
(, The Washington Post)

Twinkie fans raid stores, push up prices on EBay
Twinkie junkies have spoken.
( by Leslie Patton Bloomberg News , Bloomberg)

Geithner: Deal to avert 'fiscal cliff' can be made in weeks
Treasury Secretary Timothy F. Geithner said he's confident an agreement on averting the fiscal cliff can be concluded within weeks after White House talks between President Barack Obama and congressional leaders.
( by Ian Katz Bloomberg News , Bloomberg)

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SPORTS
Mitchell knocked out in second round
After his longest layoff since turning pro, Brandywine heavyweight Seth Mitchell lost for the first time, going down three times in the second round
( by Gene Wang , The Washington Post)



(, The Washington Post)

Loudoun County rallies for title
VOLLEYBALL: Raiders go from the brink of elimination to pure jubilation with five-set win over Hidden Valley to earn Va. AA state crown.
( by Brandon Parker , The Washington Post)

McDonald leads GW to its first win
AREA ROUNDUP | Joe McDonald scores 21 points as GW defeats Boston University to win its first game this season.
( From News Services and Staff Reports , The Washington Post)

Wizards make history, unfortunately
Washington is the second team with consecutive 0-8 starts following an 83-76 loss to Utah Saturday night.
( by Michael Lee , The Washington Post)

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TECHNOLOGY
Best midsize TV and speakers
TV: Samsung PN43E450; bookshelf speakers: Pioneer SP-BS41-LR; wireless speaker: Jawbone Big Jambox
(, The Washington Post)

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WORLD
Israel strikes media buildings in Gaza, expanding its range of targets
Military broadens its assault, striking Gaza buildings used by journalists and dimming hopes for a ceasefire.
( by Ernesto Londoño by Karin Brulliard and Abigail Hauslohner , The Washington Post)

Petraeus scandal puts lifestyle of four-star generals under scrutiny
The commanders enjoy an array of perks befitting a billionaire, and some wonder if that played a role in affair.
( by Rajiv Chandrasekaran and Greg Jaffe , The Washington Post)

Broadwell investigation shows FBI's long reach into digital lives
Bureau started with five e-mails but found a mountain of data as case grew without clear boundaries.
( by Greg Miller and Ellen Nakashima , The Washington Post)

Lawmakers keeping pressure on Justice Dept. over Petraeus timeline
Members of Congress still pushing for answers about why they weren't informed of investigation sooner.
( by Sari Horwitz and Kimberly Kindy , The Washington Post)

'Little Hu' eyed for the next wave of Chinese leaders
In the wake of China's party congress, some are already speculating on who will take the helm 10 years from now.
( by William Wan in BEIJING , The Washington Post)

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EDITORIAL
The wives of great Russian writers
Alexandra Popoff looks at the influence of mesdammes Tolstoy, Dostoevsky and Solzhenitsyn
(, The Washington Post)

The Life of Susan Mary Alsop
Caroline de Margerie explores the life of the consumate American socialite.
(, The Washington Post)

The life of Jack Kerouac
A former girlfriend examines the author's early life.
(, The Washington Post)

A path to world government
In "Governing the World," Mark Mazower assesses the rocky road to international cooperation.
(, The Washington Post)

Britain's bigger-than-life leader
In "The Last Lion," William Manchester and Paul Reid recount the expoits of Winston Churchill.
(, The Washington Post)

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