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NATION
Fine Print: Defense and the budget
COLUMN | Lawmakers hold the department in high regard — and not just for reasons of national security.
(, The Washington Post)

U.S. seeks better ties with Venezuela, but says they may not come soon
The upcoming political campaign to elect Chavez's replacement may prevent a new dialogue.
( by Karen DeYoung , The Washington Post)

Administration debates stretching 9/11 law to go after new al-Qaeda offshoots
The authorization for the use of force was aimed at al-Qaeda's core, but some officials want to reshape it.
( by Greg Miller and Karen DeYoung , The Washington Post)

Budget cuts will hurt DOD's mission and workers, managers tell Congress
FEDERAL DIARY | Group's members say they're tired of the finger-pointing and of being pawns in the middle of a standoff.
(, The Washington Post)

The hottest jobs for veterans
A survey of military-friendly employers lists the top 20 'hot jobs' veterans might want to consider.
( by Jena McGregor , The Washington Post)

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LOCAL
Anne Arundel officials probe network of surveillance cameras
County executive who replaced Leopold is alarmed by discovery of hundreds of cameras in county.
( by Annys Shin , The Washington Post)

A big decision: Close offices or stay open amid predictions of bad weather?
With forecasters calling for a big storm, most schools and government offices shut down.
( by Marc Fisher , The Washington Post)

While western suburbs get snow, most of Washington area gets slush
With schools and offices closed, many stayed at home, even though snowfall was lighter than expected.
( by Ashley Halsey III and Michael E. Ruane , The Washington Post)

Union-connected site takes aim at Montgomery County's Valerie Ervin
The site's material focuses on the council member's stance on labor bills and her finances.
( by Bill Turque , The Washington Post)

D.C. officer's extended wait for ambulance revives debate
After a hit-and-run, officer waited for ambulance from another jurisdiction.
( by Peter Hermann , The Washington Post)

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POLITICS
Paul filibuster stretches 13 hours
But Republican Kentucky senator acknowledges his remarks won't stop John Brennan from leading the CIA.
( by Ed O'Keefe and Aaron Blake , The Washington Post)

Congress won't face pay cut in sequester
COLUMN |There is some mystery as to why lawmakers' pay can't be cut, but it isn't going to happen.
(, The Washington Post)

In the Loop: Filibustering, old-school
Rand Paul takes to the Senate floor, with a little bipartisan help, against CIA nominee John Brennan.
(, The Washington Post)

Opposition to same-sex marriage narrow, study finds
Gay marriage foes concentrated among older, evangelical and non-college educated voters.
( by Karen Tumulty and Tom Hamburger , The Washington Post)

Colorado still on the fence about gun control
Despite mass shootings at Aurora and Columbine, the state is still starkly divided about gun rights.
( by T.W. Farnam , The Washington Post)

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STYLE
Getting past the limbo phase of breaking up
A woman who just broke up with her boyfriend wonders how to move on without ruling out a reconciliation.
(, The Washington Post)

Temple resigns as Post managing editor
Temple oversaw The Post's local coverage and digital initiatives; his last day will be March 22.
( by Paul Farhi , The Washington Post)

In Washington, manufactured crises lurk around every corner
ESSAY | For headless chickens, everything is a matter of life and death.
( by Dan Zak , The Washington Post)

In D.C., snow day separates essential workers from non
In Washington, all it takes is a snow day to separate essential personnel from those who wish they were.
( by Emily Wax , The Washington Post)

'What Not to Wear's' 10th season will be its last
TV COLUMN | TLC plans to cancel its longest-running prime-time show, hosted by Stacy London and Clinton Kelly.
(, The Washington Post)

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BUSINESS
Advanced robots in the workplace: Are they job creators or job terminators?
As high-tech machines move beyond assembly lines, will humans will be left out in the cold?
( by Cecilia Kang in BOSTON , The Washington Post)

Bipartisan budget deal increasingly depends on Ryan and Murray
If anybody is going to solve the budget dilemma, it might be Senate and House committee leaders.
( by Lori Montgomery , The Washington Post)

Attorney general says big banks' size may inhibit prosecution
Holder's remark to senators on economic risk draws criticism.
( by Danielle Douglas , The Washington Post)

31 firms to bid on 'data trail' project
In a twist that doesn't seem to worry regulators, some of the bidders are part of the team picking the winner.
( by Dina ElBoghdady , The Washington Post)

Billboard-size digital signs to grace Verizon Center after city's approval
The additions will generate millions in new revenue for the group that owns the arena and its two pro teams.
( by Thomas Heath , The Washington Post)

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SPORTS
Turgeon receives endorsement
Mark Turgeon has a lot of hurdles to clear with this Maryland program, but Roy Williams has confidence in him.
(, The Washington Post)

Wall, Wizards falter late in loss
John Wall scores a game-high 19 points, but has two costly miscues with his team trailing by one in the final minute.
( by Michael Lee , The Washington Post)

Cavs' Harris, Mitchell need help
Virginia is still looking for consistent scoring beyond Joe Harris and Akil Mitchell, and will need it if they hope to earn an NCAA tournament berth.
( by Mark Giannotto , The Washington Post)

Winning streak stopped cold
No. 5 Georgetown cannot recover from a 42-8 disparity in free throw attempts and falls in Philadelphia for the Hoyas first loss since Jan. 19 at South Florida.
( by Liz Clarke , The Washington Post)

Terrapins miss their shot against UNC
P.J. Hairston scores 22 as the Tar Heels win their sixth in a row and Maryland's tournament hopes dim.
( By Alex Prewitt , The Washington Post)

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TECHNOLOGY
Advanced robots in the workplace: Are they job creators or job terminators?
As high-tech machines move beyond assembly lines, will humans will be left out in the cold?
( by Cecilia Kang in BOSTON , The Washington Post)

Apple falls on lower analyst estimates
Apple rumors continue to swirl; company's stock suffers after analysts cut estimates.
( by Hayley Tsukayama , The Washington Post)

Google Play celebrates its first birthday
Google's offering app deals, free music, free books and special game deals to celebrate.
( by Hayley Tsukayama , The Washington Post)

Microsoft unveils ViralSearch
One of the many undying questions from web publishers, marketers, and regular web users is "what makes something go viral?" which, coincidentally, is also something Microsoft is working on.
( by Tom Cheredar | VentureBeat.com , VentureBeat.com)

Your weakest link: All those online accounts you've forgotten about
Do you know how many accounts you have with various websites and online services? The answer is probably no, and that is why you — yes, you — are wide open to losing personal information.
( by Meghan Kelly | VentureBeat.com , VentureBeat.com)

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WORLD
Syrian group now claims rescue of U.N. observers
The episode highlighted the danger that Syria's spiraling conflict will spill beyond its borders.
( by Liz Sly , The Washington Post)

Fine Print: Defense and the budget
COLUMN | Lawmakers hold the department in high regard — and not just for reasons of national security.
(, The Washington Post)

Syrian rebels abduct 20 U.N. observers
The kidnapping marks the most serious escalation of the Syrian war along its southern border with Israel.
( by Liz Sly and Colum Lynch , The Washington Post)

U.S. seeks better ties with Venezuela, but says they may not come soon
The upcoming political campaign to elect Chavez's replacement may prevent a new dialogue.
( by Karen DeYoung , The Washington Post)

Administration debates stretching 9/11 law to go after new al-Qaeda offshoots
The authorization for the use of force was aimed at al-Qaeda's core, but some officials want to reshape it.
( by Greg Miller and Karen DeYoung , The Washington Post)

More World: World News, International News, Foreign Reporting - The Washington Post


EDITORIAL
Hope for exhaustion
The way out of our budget mess.
(, The Washington Post)

After Hugo Chavez
The White House may be courting the wrong successor.
(, The Washington Post)

GOP filibuster abuse continues
Caitlin Halligan deserves an up-or-down vote.
(, The Washington Post)

Ken Cuccinelli's untenable position
By refusing to resign as Virginia's attorney general, he is doing his state a disservice.
(, The Washington Post)

Sliding toward ruin
Egypt is in turmoil, and the U.S. must closely examine its policy there.
(, The Washington Post)

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LIVE DISCUSSIONS
Parenting advice: Help for raising children of all ages
Family Almanac columnist Marguerite Kelly discusses the ups and downs of parenting, and tips for helping children through challenging times.
(, vForum)

The Reliable Source Live
Amy Argetsinger and Roxanne Roberts discuss your favorite gossip, celebrity sightings and their recent columns.
(, vForum)

The Reliable Source Live
Amy Argetsinger and Roxanne Roberts discussed your favorite gossip, celebrity sightings and their recent columns.
(, vForum)

Free Range on Food: Eating and cooking vegetarian
Have cooking questions? We have answers. Ask us now.
(, vForum)

Ask Tom: Rants, raves and questions on the DC dining scene
Washington Post food critic Tom Sietsema entertains your dining questions, rants and raves.
(, vForum)

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