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GAO calls on Postal Service to prefund retiree benefits
The GAO wants the USPS to pay up, but acknowledges that it is currently too broke to do so.
(, The Washington Post)
Some in Obama administration press for small residual force in Afghanistan
Some want a U.S. force that could be as small as 2,500 after the military coalition ends operations in 2014.
( by Ernesto Londoño and Rajiv Chandrasekaran , The Washington Post)
U.N. wants to use drones on peacekeeping missions
Officials say there is no intention to arm the drones or to spy on countries that have not consented to their use.
( by Colum Lynch , The Washington Post)
Judge refuses to dismiss case against WikiLeaks suspect Bradley Manning
But the judge ruled that any sentence the Army private receives should be reduced by 112 days.
( by Julie Tate and Ellen Nakashima , The Washington Post)
Gates study: We've figured out what makes a good teacher
A three-year, $45 million study of 3,000 teachers turns up answers to a central question.
( by Lyndsey Layton , The Washington Post)
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LOCAL
Online courses to grant credentials — for a fee
Certificates for completing "massive open online courses" will convey some cachet but not a degree.
( Nick Anderson , The Washington Post)
Washington National Cathedral plans to start hosting same-sex weddings
Episcopal Church long ago took up the cause of equality, but the icon's stature is symbolically powerful.
( by Michelle Boorstein , The Washington Post)
Federal Coach: E. Allan Lind, Duke University's Fuqua School of Business
E. Allan Lind is the James L. Vincent Distinguished Professor of Leadership.
(, The Washington Post)
D.C. Council softens job-training penalty for welfare recipients
Those who don't finish the program will risk some benefits, but the council voiced concern about their children.
( by Tim Craig , The Washington Post)
DCPS Chancellor Kaya Henderson disputes cheating allegations
Henderson calls claims by former principal "fictitious," says investigations cleared system.
( by Emma Brown , The Washington Post)
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POLITICS
Federal Coach: E. Allan Lind, Duke University's Fuqua School of Business
E. Allan Lind is the James L. Vincent Distinguished Professor of Leadership.
(, The Washington Post)
D.C. Council softens job-training penalty for welfare recipients
Those who don't finish the program will risk some benefits, but the council voiced concern about their children.
( by Tim Craig , The Washington Post)
Gabrielle Giffords and husband launch anti-gun-violence group
Americans for Responsible Solutions would counter influence of NRA lobby, Giffords says.
( by Sari Horwitz and Philip Rucker , The Washington Post)
Obama criticized for visiting Afghan official in hospital
Outraged U.S. human rights organization notes that Asadullah Khalid has been accused of abuses.
( by David Nakamura and Anne Gearan , The Washington Post)
Fairfax supervisors pass tax hike for Tysons transportation improvements
Although an exemption for residential landowners could emerge, for now everyone in Tysons would pay.
( by Corinne Reilly , The Washington Post)
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STYLE
Reversing the jerk magnet
How does the letter writer overcome the mistaken belief that shabby treatment is deserved?
(, The Washington Post)
Inauguration a resonant backdrop for Folger's 'Henry V'
The production's director and star find king's struggles have many parallels with the modern political scene.
( by Jessica Goldstein , The Washington Post)
Which wine type are you?
There are guides to help figure it out, but the key is simple.
(, The Washington Post)
Hints From Heloise: What's the rule on spices?
Heloise gives a rundown of the shelf life for various herbs and spices.
(, The Washington Post)
For quality and value, six wines to try
This week's recommendations include a pinot noir from Burgundy and an Oregon pinot gris.
(, The Washington Post)
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BUSINESS
Driverless cars and road-safety technology unveiled in Las Vegas show
Carmakers offer possibility that next decade's vehicles will cut collision rates, transform long commutes.
( by Cecilia Kang in LAS VEGAS , The Washington Post)
U.S. orders Arctic drilling assessment after rig mishap
Interior secretary affirms need for the region's resources, but calls for environmental scrutiny.
( by Steven Mufson , The Washington Post)
When work still beckons
COLUMN | If you're nearing retirement age and want to continue working, you have choices.
(, The Washington Post)
CES Day 1 recap: Televisions, cars and gaming
Here's what you need to know about the first official day of CES 2013.
( by Hayley Tsukayama , The Washington Post)
Samsung, Panasonic take on social TV at CES
Television manufacturers and strategists say social media loom large in TV's future.
( by Caitlin Dewey , The Washington Post)
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SPORTS
TV and radio listings: January 9
(, The Washington Post)
Hoyas suffer deplorable loss at home
Georgetown's impotent offense leads to a blowout loss to Pitt, leaving the Hoyas without a win in Big East play.
( by Liz Clarke , The Washington Post)
Whitney's heroics lift Paul VI
Freshman guard Jasmine Whitney hit a layup as time expired to lift No. 3 Paul VI past No. 5 Good Counsel.
( by Roman Stubbs , The Washington Post)
Faulker helps Raiders keep their cool
Senior Jazmin Faulkner scores nine of her game-high 19 points in the final quarter to lift 18th-ranked Eleanor Roosevelt past No. 12 C.H. Flowers.
( by Eric Detweiler , The Washington Post)
Stubbs guts it out for Stonewall
Junior forward Diandre Stubbs contributes despite playing with a taped hand in a win over Battlefield.
( by Preston Williams , The Washington Post)
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TECHNOLOGY
Driverless cars and road-safety technology unveiled in Las Vegas show
Carmakers offer possibility that next decade's vehicles will cut collision rates, transform long commutes.
( by Cecilia Kang in LAS VEGAS , The Washington Post)
CES Day 1 recap: Televisions, cars and gaming
Here's what you need to know about the first official day of CES 2013.
( by Hayley Tsukayama , The Washington Post)
Samsung, Panasonic take on social TV at CES
Television manufacturers and strategists say social media loom large in TV's future.
( by Caitlin Dewey , The Washington Post)
CES 2013 Day One: 3-D printing, cars and smartphones
(, The Washington Post)
CES: Visions for 'Internet of Things'
Smartphone-synced crockpots and gesture-controlled thermostats could be in your home's future
( by Caitlin Dewey , The Washington Post)
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WORLD
Rapes common in rural India, but justice for victims is not
A patriarchal society tends to make excuses for rapists and put pressure on women not to press charges.
( by Simon Denyer in BANWASA, India , The Washington Post)
A list of other key major incidents of rape in India
( by XXX , The Washington Post)
Some in Obama administration press for small residual force in Afghanistan
Some want a U.S. force that could be as small as 2,500 after the military coalition ends operations in 2014.
( by Ernesto Londoño and Rajiv Chandrasekaran , The Washington Post)
U.N. wants to use drones on peacekeeping missions
Officials say there is no intention to arm the drones or to spy on countries that have not consented to their use.
( by Colum Lynch , The Washington Post)
Chavez won't return to take oath in Venezuela
The Venezuelan leader has not been seen publicly in a month since undergoing cancer surgery in Cuba.
( by Juan Forero , The Washington Post)
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EDITORIAL
The Republicans' savior
Chris Christie can rescue the party from its dire state.
(, The Washington Post)
A loser of a tax deal
It unfairly penalizes most American workers.
(, The Washington Post)
Beyond 'Honey Boo Boo'
Can't we aim a littler higher?
(, The Washington Post)
Which party will blink?
The first fiscal fight was just a warm-up.
(, The Washington Post)
Weigh strategies, not smears
There's no evidence to disqualify the nominations of Chuck Hagel or John Brennan.
(, The Washington Post)
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LIVE DISCUSSIONS
Advice from Slate's 'Dear Prudence'
Live discussion with Slate advice columnist Dear Prudence, a.k.a. Emily Yoffe.
(, vForum)
Eugene Robinson Live
Eugene Robinson discussed his latest columns and political news.
(, vForum)
ComPost Live with Alexandra Petri
The Compost, written by Alexandra Petri, offers a lighter take on the news and political in(s)anity of the day.
(, vForum)
ComPost Live with Alexandra Petri
The Compost, written by Alexandra Petri, offers a lighter take on the news and political in(s)anity of the day.
(, vForum)
Tuesdays with Moron: Chatological Humor Update
Gene Weingarten brings you an update to his monthly Chatological Humor live chat.
(, vForum)
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