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NATION
Pentagon: North Korea could have nuclear warhead for missile
A congressman disclosed the new assessment during a public hearing.
( by Ernesto Londoño , The Washington Post)

McCarthy pledges common-sense approach to climate change
Pick to head EPA calls fighting climate change "one of the greatest challenges of our generation."
( by Lenny Bernstein , The Washington Post)

The purpose-driven death
If there can be a purpose-driven death, let it be Matthew Warren's. Let him teach us to love each other more, or at very least, to keep silent in respect and with dignity.
( by Erica Brown , The Washington Post)

Top U.S. intelligence official: Sectarian strife will persist in post-Assad Syria
Hill hearings address threat of Syria's chemical arms and presence of Islamist groups within opposition.
( by Karen DeYoung , The Washington Post)

FDA inspections find widespread safety lapses at specialized pharmacies
Inspectors discovered dirty equipment, inadequate testing in many compounding pharmacies.
( by Lena H. Sun , The Washington Post)

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LOCAL
UMC employee allegedly collected $400K in unauthorized overtime
Staffer placed on administrative leave following alleged theft, hospital said.
( by Mike DeBonis , The Washington Post)

Debate over federal workers' health benefits
Blue Cross Blue Shield, United Health debate allowing more plans for federal workforce benefit program.
( by Josh Hicks , The Washington Post)

News from around Va., Md. and D.C.
Maryland Congress members endorse Prince George's as the best location for FBI headquarters.
(, The Washington Post)

Winter weather delayed area flights
Though there was little snow in the D.C. region, Midwest storms caused flight delays at local airports.
( by Ashley Halsey III , The Washington Post)

Incoming Fairfax superintendent known for student-centric approach
Incoming Fairfax superintendent Karen Garza has a reputation in Texas as a down-to-earth leader.
( by T. Rees Shapiro , The Washington Post)

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POLITICS
UMC employee allegedly collected $400K in unauthorized overtime
Staffer placed on administrative leave following alleged theft, hospital said.
( by Mike DeBonis , The Washington Post)

Debate over federal workers' health benefits
Blue Cross Blue Shield, United Health debate allowing more plans for federal workforce benefit program.
( by Josh Hicks , The Washington Post)

National Digest: Storms slam Midwest, Southeast; Gun shop loses license
A roundup of news from around the country.
(, The Washington Post)

Senate moves to debate gun legislation
But GOP supporters of proceeding with debate say they won't necessarily support the final bill.
( by Ed O'Keefe , The Washington Post)

Growth of suburbs in pro-gun states is changing the political calculus
Especially in the Senate, politicians must give new weight to the views of voters in subdivisions.
( by Philip Rucker and Paul Kane , The Washington Post)

More Post Politics: Breaking Politics News, Political Analysis & More - The Washington Post


STYLE
Hints From Heloise: Solutions for the sleepless
An insomniac shares some tips on reducing light in the bedroom.
(, The Washington Post)

Ask Amy: Tween tries to help friends who self-cut
One of her affected friends got help and is better, but two have kept it under wraps.
(, The Washington Post)

Cherry Blossom queen's reign earned her a true title of respect
Taylor Barfield's reign as the first black Cherry Blossom queen has been a wild ride of cultural curiosities.
( by Emily Wax , The Washington Post)

AFI Docs, formerly Silverdocs, is expanding its reach to D.C.
Silverdocs is changing its name to AFI Docs and will show films in Washington as well as Silver Spring.
( by Ann Hornaday , The Washington Post)

Spring arrives, and with it, graduation speaker controversy
Canceled commencement addresses show that some ideas are less welcome on campus than others.
( by Paul Farhi , The Washington Post)

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BUSINESS
Former KPMG auditor charged in cash-for-stock-tips scheme
Golf partner shared profits after acting on leaked information.
( by Emily Flitter , Reuters)

Six automakers recalling vehicles; foreclosure notices up in Md.
A roundup of news from the world of finance.
(, The Washington Post)

The real reason corporate tax reform is going nowhere fast
It's hard to diagnose a problem when you can't see the symptoms, and corporate taxes are invisible.
(, The Washington Post)

Consultants' role in foreclosure deal under fire
Lawmakers criticize the slowgoing process of helping Americans who suffered abusive foreclosure tactics.
( by Danielle Douglas , The Washington Post)

Google releases tool to deal with your data after death
Once you're gone, what happens to your data? Google offers a way to manage your data after your death.
( by Hayley Tsukayama , The Washington Post)

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SPORTS
TV and radio listings: April 12

(, The Washington Post)

Davis goes deep again as O's stay hot
For the second consecutive night, Baltimore rallies to defeat Boston, taking two of three in series vs. rival.
( by Eduardo A. Encina , The Washington Post)

Nationals make White Sox pay
Ryan Zimmerman delivers a two-run double after Chicago elects to walk Bryce Harper to face him in the fourth inning as Washington sweeps visiting Chicago.
( by James Wagner , The Washington Post)

Capitals win their sixth straight
Troy Brouwer and Mike Green score second-period goals, and Braden Holtby makes 43 saves.
( by Katie Carrera , The Washington Post)

Garcia, Leishman share Masters lead
Sergio Garcia and Marc Leishman are leading, but there's a long list of contenders after first day at Augusta.
( by Barry Svrluga , The Washington Post)

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TECHNOLOGY
Google releases tool to deal with your data after death
Once you're gone, what happens to your data? Google offers a way to manage your data after your death.
( by Hayley Tsukayama , The Washington Post)

Immigration reform, Facebook Home on Zuckerberg's agenda
Mark Zuckerberg announces effort to open immigration system as new smartphone app readies for launch.
( by Max Ehrenfreund , The Washington Post)

Microsoft Office for iOS & Android now rumored for fall 2014 launch
Microsoft also reportedly has new versions of Office in development that will take full advantage of Windows 8 and touch screens.
( by Sean Ludwig | VentureBeat.com , VentureBeat.com)

CISPA bill headed to House vote next week
CISPA was originally shot down by the Obama administration, but has come back with a number of amendments.
( by Meghan Kelly | VentureBeat.com , VentureBeat.com)

Garbage in, data out: Enevo gets funding for its smart waste services
The company uses data to dynamically optimize trash collection intervals and routes for its customers.
( by David Meyer | GigaOM.com , gigaom.com)

More Technology News - The Washington Post


WORLD
Pentagon: North Korea could have nuclear warhead for missile
A congressman disclosed the new assessment during a public hearing.
( by Ernesto Londoño , The Washington Post)

Israeli forces hold Palestinian American teenager in lockup
Case highlights Israel's system of military detention for Palestinian minors, which has been frequently criticized, most recently by the U.N.
( by Diaa Hadid , The Washington Post)

Top U.S. intelligence official: Sectarian strife will persist in post-Assad Syria
Hill hearings address threat of Syria's chemical arms and presence of Islamist groups within opposition.
( by Karen DeYoung , The Washington Post)

Women challenge Orthodox practice at Israel's Western Wall
Arrests of five activists follow presentation of plan for non-Orthodox prayer section at site.
( by Joel Greenberg , The Washington Post)

Bird flu gives Chinese business a cold
Hotels, schools, farms and firms feel effects of H7N9 outbreak as netizens wonder about full story.
( by Stefan Wagstyl and Leslie Hook | Financial Times , The Washington Post)

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


EDITORIAL
Venezuela's reckoning
Nicolas Maduro may succeed Hugo Chavez, but he may rue victory.
(, The Washington Post)

Presidential approval for D.C. autonomy
Obama included the provision in his 2014 budget.
(, The Washington Post)

The Republicans' turn
Where are the budget grown-ups in the GOP?
(, The Washington Post)

The moral capitalist
Thatcher's love of free markets had religious undertones.
(, The Washington Post)

The appearance of reform
Obama's budget is quite unimpressive.
(, The Washington Post)

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LIVE DISCUSSIONS
Real Wheels Live
Live online discussion with Real Wheels columnist Warren Brown about car-buying and the auto industry.
(, vForum)

Got Plans: Advice from the Going Out Gurus
The Going Out Gurus discussed concerts, happy hours, weekend getaways and other ideas for seasonal fun.
(, vForum)

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