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A look at four NCAA bubble teams
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Food stamps put Rhode Island town on monthly boom-and-bust cycle
Federal program that began as a last resort for the hungry has grown into an economic lifeline for entire towns.
( by Eli Saslow , The Washington Post)
White House's caution in Syria frustrates some close U.S. allies
Decisions by France and Britain to step up support for Syrian rebels threaten to leave U.S. on sidelines.
( by Karen DeYoung , The Washington Post)
Tensions simmer at Guantanamo
Advocates voice concern about hunger strikes as detainees increasingly feel left in limbo.
( by Peter Finn and Julie Tate , The Washington Post)
Small-arms treaty moving forward at UN, faces opposition from the NRA
The Obama administration signals support for a treaty to restrict the flow of weapons to conflict zones.
( by Peter Finn , The Washington Post)
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LOCAL
Stranger robs man after getting a ride
Victim gave person a lift from hospital in Fredericksburg, but authorities said the robber's getaway ran out of gas.
( by Martin Weil , The Washington Post)
Pr. George's executive moves to take over school system
Schools superintendent would become a cabinet-level position, pushing aside Board of Education.
( by Ovetta Wiggins , The Washington Post)
In Md. counties, momentum stalls for a bigger safety buffer near water mains
WSSC says better protection is needed from aging, explosive pipes, but panel studying issue hasn't met.
( by Katherine Shaver , The Washington Post)
Latino Catholics in Washington area embrace 'Pope Pancho' as their own
Many U.S. Hispanics, regardless of their native land, view the South American prelate as "one of ours."
( by Steve Hendrix , The Washington Post)
Genetically modified potatoes are studied, criticized in Ireland
Some see uber-tubers as the way to avoid the blight that caused the Great Famine, but others are skeptical.
( by Adrian Higgins in Carlow, Ireland , The Washington Post)
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POLITICS
Robert Menendez, a senator set apart
An outsider in his chamber, the Democrat faces scrutiny over ties with donor.
( by Peter Wallsten, Carol D. Leonnig and Manuel Roig-Franzia , The Washington Post)
Conservative gathering highlights split in GOP
At Conservative Political Action Conference, speakers call on party faithful to double-down on principles.
( by Aaron Blake , The Washington Post)
National digest: St. Patrick's Day Parade; Colorado wildfire
A roundup of news from around the country.
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Congress takes a turn at feeling the pinch
Sequester cuts take a bite out of office budgets and travel.
( by Emily Heil , The Washington Post)
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STYLE
Father's disappointment has son hurting, too
Son wonders if he did something wrong be including his father-in-law on a fishing trip.
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Films that target the White House
"Olympus Has Fallen" isn't the only movie where the president's mansion gets destroyed.
( by Stephanie Merry , The Washington Post)
On TV
A sampling of fine arts on television for the week of March 17-23.
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BUSINESS
TechBit: 94 Seconds
A quick-fire quiz game that's good for your brain without running the risk of getting bogged down in a game.
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TechBit: Moveline
Helps you do everything, from inventory to comparing estimates on moves to set up your new one.
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Boeing Boosted CEO's Pay 20% in Year Before Dreamliner Grounding
Boeing Co. boosted Chief Executive Officer Jim McNerney's compensation 20 percent to $27.5 million last year, before the planemaker's marquee 787 Dreamliner was grounded by overheating batteries.
( by Tim Catts Bloomberg News , Bloomberg)
Dollar Ends Five-Week Rally as Economy-Fueled Momentum Fades
The dollar halted a five-week rally against the euro that was backed by signals of a strengthening economy, as bullish momentum waned and a report yesterday showed March consumer sentiment trailed forecasts.
( by Joseph Ciolli Bloomberg News , Bloomberg)
Apple Accused of Technology Theft by Lucas-Founded Company
Apple Inc. was accused by THX Ltd., a company founded by "Star Wars" producer George Lucas, of stealing speaker technology used in iPhones, iPads and iMac products.
( by Karen Gullo and Joel Rosenblatt Bloomberg News , Bloomberg)
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SPORTS
Race car kills two in pit row accident
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TV and radio listings: March 17
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Manchester United pushes English Premier League lead to 15 points
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Men's basketball roundup: Wisconsin upsets No. 3 Indiana in Big Ten semifinals
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Crown 'em: Navy women earn 3rd title
The Midshipmen get contributions from their entire starting lineup, top Holy Cross for Patriot League title.
( by Gene Wang , The Washington Post)
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WORLD
New leader Xi Jinping pledges to make China's government more efficient
( Associated Press , The Washington Post)
Cyprus president says depositors had to pay to avoid bankruptcy
The president says a levy on bank depositors was a painful decision he had to make in order to obtain financial aid from his country's European partners and the IMF.
( by Michele Kambas , The Washington Post)
High-ranking Syrian general defects from army
High-ranking Syrian general defects from army
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Premier: Bulgaria will not take lead in blacklisting Hezbollah
Bulgaria's interim prime minister says he won't initiate any move to impose E.U. sanctions on Hezbollah.
( Reuters , The Washington Post)
White House's caution in Syria frustrates some close U.S. allies
Decisions by France and Britain to step up support for Syrian rebels threaten to leave U.S. on sidelines.
( by Karen DeYoung , The Washington Post)
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EDITORIAL
Giving a cold shoulder to success
District officials oddly unwelcoming to a charter high school that works.
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Filibuster wars, again
If Republican senators want to preserve their prerogatives, they should stop abusing them.
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Free speech under fire
Leaders look to suppress independent media across Latin America.
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