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NATION
A West Virginia sheriff is killed as investigation continues in Texas
Amid high anxiety, federal prosecutor steps away from a case for security reasons, a defense lawyer says.
( by Stephanie McCrummen and Jerry Markon , The Washington Post)

Fine Print: Rethinking the bomb
COLUMN | Why is there a difference in how Iran and North Korea are treated on nukes?
(, The Washington Post)

Salazar's legacy at Interior defined by energy issues
Interior secretary promoted renewable energy, overhauled offshore drilling rules.
( by Juliet Eilperin , The Washington Post)

Stop the Tweets: Egypt's president doesn't find Jon Stewart funny
U.S. Embassy removes a Twitter link to a Jon Stewart monologue mocking the Morsi government.
( by Anne Gearan , The Washington Post)

Mark Sanford receives God's grace and the public's, too
Americans believe in amazing grace.
( by Brad Hirschfield , The Washington Post)

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LOCAL
D.C. wellness calendar, April 4-11
Health and fitness events and meetings in the coming week.
(, The Washington Post)

D.C. community calendar, April 4 to 11, 2013
Architecture and art lectures, films, a Cherry Blossom tea, children's activities, concerts and more.
(, The Washington Post)

5-year-old girl is critically injured in dog attack
Child was airlifted to Children's Hospital in Washington, D.C.
( by Annie Gowen , The Washington Post)

Va. General Assembly approves historic transportation bill
Va. House, Senate compromise on transportation bill, but vote to limit abortion coverage.
( by Errin Whack and Fredrick Kunkle , The Washington Post)

Local digest: D.C. groper deported; two stabbed in unrelated D.C. attacks
A roundup of Washington area news briefs.
(, The Washington Post)

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POLITICS
Va. General Assembly approves historic transportation bill
Va. House, Senate compromise on transportation bill, but vote to limit abortion coverage.
( by Errin Whack and Fredrick Kunkle , The Washington Post)

Obama to take pay cut to support federal workers facing furloughs
In support of federal workers, the president plans to give up 5 percent of his salary.
( by Lisa Rein and Ed O'Keefe , The Washington Post)

In bid for D.C. Council, Patrick Mara faces critics on both sides of the aisle
The sole Republican in the six-way race has notable endorsements but works to counter vocal critics.
( by Tim Craig , The Washington Post)

Pr. George's delegation backs schools shift, but full takeover bid falls short
County Executive Rushern Baker wanted control of budget and superintendent but gets neither.
( by Miranda S. Spivack and Ovetta Wiggins , The Washington Post)

National digest: Study highlights cost of Alzheimer's
A roundup of national news.
(, The Washington Post)

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STYLE
Miss Manners: There are other forms of appreciation than offering a tip
The nice young man who delivers her prescriptions will not accept a tip. How can she show her appreciation?
(, The Washington Post)

Hints From Heloise: The wiper, not the windshield
Worn-out windshield wipers might be responsible for streaks.
(, The Washington Post)

Ask Amy: Naughty nightie gift is not neighborly
His neighbor's tasteless gift "for both of them" leaves him puzzled and angry.
(, The Washington Post)

Jay Leno leaving 'Tonight,' again
TV COLUMN | NBC says Jimmy Fallon will replace Leno as "Tonight Show" host after 2014 Olympics.
(, The Washington Post)

Pandora and Internet radio royalty
The founder of the online music service is at the center of the debate on how artists should get paid.
( by Manuel Roig-Franzia in MIAMI , The Washington Post)

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BUSINESS
When crowdfunding fails to deliver
Here's how one entrepreneur found alternative financing when his crowdfunding campaign floundered.
( by Mohana Ravindranath , The Washington Post)

Obamacare delays: No big deal?
The administration is postponing a provision intended to drive down costs for small firms. So, why aren't business groups concerned?
( by J.D. Harrison , The Washington Post)

Former Goldman trader pleads guilty; private employment slips in March
A roundup of news from around the financial world.
(, The Washington Post)

Fed close to stricter supervision of nonbank financial companies
Final rule tightens reins on nonbank companies that were at the heart of the financial crisis.
( by Danielle Douglas and Jia Lynn Yang , The Washington Post)

Polar opposites clash at the top of House Financial Services Committee
With Hensarling the GOP chair and Waters the ranking Democrat, some analysts say panel may face gridlock.
( by Danielle Douglas , The Washington Post)

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SPORTS
TV and radio listings: April 4

(, The Washington Post)

Rays walk off with win over Orioles
Matt Joyce's solo home run off reliever Tommy Hunter gives the Rays a walk-off win over the Orioles.
( by Eduardo A. Encina , The Washington Post)

Bruins prevail over Raiders
SOFTBALL | Ashley Flesch strikes out seven in five innings of work to help Lake Braddock defeat defending AAA Patriot champion South County.
( by Gabe Hiatt , The Washington Post)

UDC fires basketball coach Jeff Ruland; Patsos leaves Loyola for Siena

(, The Washington Post)

George Mason forces CBI Game 3
The Patriots return from California to upend Santa Clara, 73-66, at the Recreation & Athletic Complex on campus to force a deciding game Friday.
( by Steven Goff , The Washington Post)

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TECHNOLOGY
Wow. Former Windows phone exec to head Amazon's mystery mobile project
Which is odder: That Amazon hired a guy named Kindel to head up a new stealth mobile development project? Or that Amazon hired a Windows phone guy to head a mobile project?
( by Barb Darrow | GigaOM.com , gigaom.com)

Samsung's reported Galaxy Mega to be a 6.3-inch smartphone
How large can Samsung phones get? Bigger than 6-inches diagonally if SamMobile's sources are correct.
( by Kevin C. Tofel | GigaOM.com , gigaom.com)

Baidu working on Google Glass rival
The Chinese search engine is building a "Baidu Eye" to compete with Google Glass.
( by John Koetsier | VentureBeat.com , VentureBeat.com)

Report: Next iPhone could land as soon as this summer
Apple also may be planning to launch a cheaper iPhone later this year, according to a report.
( by Devindra Hardawar | VentureBeat.com , VentureBeat.com)

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WORLD
Nuclear talks key on Iranian response
If Tehran agrees to restrictions set in a February meeting, some sanctions could be eased.
( Reuters , Reuters)

Fine Print: Rethinking the bomb
COLUMN | Why is there a difference in how Iran and North Korea are treated on nukes?
(, The Washington Post)

World Digest: Syrian rebels take military base in southern province

(, The Washington Post)

Land shortage in China means pricey graves, free sea burials
Chinese government tries to sell unconvinced populace on watery graves.
( by William Wan , The Washington Post)

Stop the Tweets: Egypt's president doesn't find Jon Stewart funny
U.S. Embassy removes a Twitter link to a Jon Stewart monologue mocking the Morsi government.
( by Anne Gearan , The Washington Post)

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


EDITORIAL
Reading, writing and white guilt
"Diversity" propaganda has expanded beyond colleges and infiltrated K-12 schools.
(, The Washington Post)

The long battle for gun sanity
Don't give up just yet on substantive background checks.
(, The Washington Post)

A fairer way to grade teachers
Evaluating educators by test scores alone isn't the answer.
( by Bill Gates , The Washington Post)

The cautious Sgt. Hagel
The new defense secretary has already faced multiple crises.
(, The Washington Post)

Will China stand up to N. Korea?
How the country could gain the respect it desires.
(, The Washington Post)

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LIVE DISCUSSIONS
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)

Adrian Higgins on gardening in the spring
Washington Post gardening columnist Adrian Higgins takes questions on how to improve your garden in the early spring.
(, 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
Have cooking questions? We have answers. Ask us now.
(, vForum)

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