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NATION
Funding for criminal inquiries of contracting in Iraq may be extended
Congress is expected to extend the operations of a watchdog office, giving investigators more time.
( by Ernesto Londoño , The Washington Post)

U.S. proposal to protect polar bears fails after Canadian Inuits object
Canadians say the polar bear trade sustains Arctic communities; the U.S. says the species needs protection.
( by Juliet Eilperin , The Washington Post)

A cheat sheet for Sheryl Sandberg's 'Lean In'
Too busy to read the book? These highlights will get you through a water-cooler conversation.
( by Jena McGregor , The Washington Post)

Bin Laden's son-in-law in U.S. custody
Sulaiman Abu Ghaith served as a top spokesman for al-Qaeda network after Sept. 11 attacks
( by Greg Miller and Peter Finn , The Washington Post)

What the Catholic Church can learn from the Supreme Court
A life tenure, infallibility and a read on the culture: Both the Vatican and the Supreme Court need to know when to stick with precedent and when to over-rule it.
( by Nicholas P. Cafardi , The Washington Post)

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LOCAL
Telework Week in Washington comes as concept hits some bumps
But recent rejections of the flexible program at prominent companies haven't stopped federal effort.
( by Alex Kane Rudansky , The Washington Post)

Virginia state trooper killed south of Richmond; alleged gunman in custody
35-year law enforcement veteran is shot dead in his patrol car after stopping to help a motorist.
( by Clarence Williams and Debbi Wilgoren , The Washington Post)

O'Malley plans trip to South Carolina, an early presidential primary state
Maryland's governor is scheduled to deliver a keynote address at a S.C. Democratic Party event.
( by John Wagner , The Washington Post)

Challenge to Redskins name begins on new grounds at trademark hearing
General Manager Bruce Allen testifies at hearing about whether name has been disparaging.
( by Joseph White , The Washington Post)

Brother of hit-and-run suspect jailed for shooting D.C. officer, killing teen
1999 HBO film featured the jailed brother and captured two chatting about how to escape violent streets.
( by Peter Hermann and Matt Zapotosky , The Washington Post)

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POLITICS
Telework Week in Washington comes as concept hits some bumps
But recent rejections of the flexible program at prominent companies haven't stopped federal effort.
( by Alex Kane Rudansky , The Washington Post)

O'Malley plans trip to South Carolina, an early presidential primary state
Maryland's governor is scheduled to deliver a keynote address at a S.C. Democratic Party event.
( by John Wagner , The Washington Post)

Obama meets privately with Jewish leaders
The president is urged to make clear that he will prevent Iran from developing nuclear weapons.
( by Scott Wilson , The Washington Post)

Sen. Carl Levin (D-Mich.) won't seek reelection in 2014
Armed Services Committee chairman wants to focus on solving problems without having to campaign.
( by Rachel Weiner and Aaron Blake , The Washington Post)

Senate panel approves gun-trafficking bill
Committee holds off on consideration of other legislation.
( by Ed O'Keefe , The Washington Post)

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STYLE
'Golden Boy' going back to Tuesdays
TV COLUMN | CBS gives an ambitious cop a big endorsement, deposes Dennis Quaid's "Vegas."
(, The Washington Post)

Even political speeches have their limits
Physical limits have cut short many a filibuster, including Rand Paul's against drones and John Brennan.
( by Monica Hesse , The Washington Post)

Sign Language: Funny displays from the road
The Post is looking for the best shots of amusing signs from the world of travel. Here's one of them.
(, The Washington Post)

The Navigator: Will the sequester hurt travel?
Administration officials warn that the budget sequester will affect travelers adversely. But they're prepared.
(, The Washington Post)

Details: York, Pa., and the Mason-Dixon Wine Trail
Where to go and what to know on the Tour de Tanks in Pennsylvania and Maryland.
(, The Washington Post)

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BUSINESS
Lawmakers bristle at mill manager's new stance on 'black liquor'
Manager of Maryland mill had pledged not to oppose the state's effort to limit energy payments
( by Steven Mufson , The Washington Post)

Lawmakers rip into regulators over money-laundering prosecution
Critics say regulators are treating big banks accused of money-laundering with kid gloves.
( by Danielle Douglas , The Washington Post)

Four years after hitting bottom, stocks are roaring back
The market bottom was reached by all three of the major indicators on Mar. 9, 2009.
(, The Washington Post)

Sequester punctures the area economy's government bubble
Our region's economy depends more on government than Detroit's does on cars, but it may be more resilient, too.
( by Jim Tankersley , The Washington Post)

Pandora CEO resigns after 10 years
Joe Kennedy steps down after a decade, but will remain until his successor is named.
( by Hayley Tsukayama , The Washington Post)

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SPORTS
Hawks reach girls' 3A state final
River Hill is headed back to the Maryland 3A final for the third time in five years after beating Friendly, 52-43.
( by Eric Detweiler and Roman Stubbs , The Washington Post)

Caps make quick work of Panthers
Washington scores on four of its first eight shots to move out of the cellar in the Eastern Conference.
( By Katie Carrera , The Washington Post)

Scorpions' perfect season ruined
MD. 2A SOUTH | Tavi Thomas's game-winning three-pointer lifts Calvert past No. 9 Oakland Mills.
( by Greg Schimmel , The Washington Post)

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Florida State edges Virginia
Michael Snaer's left-handed runner in heavy traffic with four seconds left lifts the Seminoles over Virginia.
( By Mark Giannotto , The Washington Post)

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TECHNOLOGY
Pandora CEO resigns after 10 years
Joe Kennedy steps down after a decade, but will remain until his successor is named.
( by Hayley Tsukayama , The Washington Post)

Facebook to change news feed to a 'personalized newspaper'
The minimalist design places a central focus on users' pictures, maps and video posts.
( by Hayley Tsukayama , The Washington Post)

Microsoft backtracks on harsh Office 2013 licence transfer restrictions
In the tech world there are bad decisions, and there are really bad decisions.
( by VentureBeat.com , VentureBeat.com)

Facebook set to revamp news feed
Facebook's changes to one of its most central features could change how ads and content are promoted
( by Hayley Tsukayama , The Washington Post)

Three things Facebook can't break with the news feed re-design
OPINION | Over Christmas, a friend and I were discussing the multitude of social media options we face on a daily basis. We asked each other a question: Which social network would you be willing to delete today and would never miss?
( by Eliza Kern | GigaOM.com , gigaom.com)

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WORLD
Kenyan election results tighten
Prime minister cuts into rival's lead as more votes are tallied; runoff vote in possible.
( by Sudarsan Raghavan , The Washington Post)

U.N. imposes new sanctions on North Korea despite nuclear threats
Facing new U.N. sanctions, North Korea warns of nuclear retaliation against enemies.
( by Colum Lynch and Joby Warrick , The Washington Post)

Leaders of Latin America's new left gather to say farewell to Hugo Chavez
Most of them vow to pursue the Venezuelan's socialist dream, but none has his charisma or oil money.
( by Juan Forero and Emilia Diaz In CARACAS, Venezuela , The Washington Post)

Funding for criminal inquiries of contracting in Iraq may be extended
Congress is expected to extend the operations of a watchdog office, giving investigators more time.
( by Ernesto Londoño , The Washington Post)

Vatican media blackout puts press in spotlight
The Vaticanisti, the reporters and observers who cover the pope, have become part of the story.
( by Jason Horowitz in VATICAN CITY , The Washington Post)

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EDITORIAL
Krauthammer: Why we give foreign aid
Despite the unfriendly nature of Egypt's regime, we should not cut off its aid.
(, The Washington Post)

Jeb Bush's smart ideas
The ex-governor's immigration proposals may be the answer to GOP woes.
(, The Washington Post)

Unveil the drone program
Sen. Paul's antics aside, the White House's approach is not how a democracy should operate.
(, The Washington Post)

Keeping politics out of Medicare and Medicaid
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services needs a nonpartisan leader such as Marilynn Tavenner.
(, The Washington Post)

A nutty idea in Annapolis
Bizarre bill in Maryland Senate would shield most spending from cuts in perpetuity.
(, The Washington Post)

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LIVE DISCUSSIONS
Navigating the housing market
Phil Di Ruggiero, co-founder of Greenline Real Estate,takes your questions about buying and selling a home in the Washington D.C. region.
(, vForum)

Web Hostess Live: The latest from the Web
Web Hostess Monica Hesse sifts the Internet so you don't have to, searching for meaning, manners and the next great meme.
(, vForum)

Got Plans: Advice from the Going Out Gurus
Got Plans? Discuss great ideas for local entertainment, dates and family fun.
(, vForum)

Color of Money Live
Post columnist Michelle Singletary offered her advice and answers your questions.
(, vForum)

Tracee Hamilton discusses local and national sports -- and whatever else you want to talk about.
Tracee Hamilton goes weekly with her chat about sports, life and everything else.
(, vForum)

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