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NATION
What makes a global Navy?
Budget cuts could reshape the country's ship supply, official says.
(, The Washington Post)

Three arrested for allegedly helping suspect after Boston bombings
College students suspected of disposing material for the younger brother at a landfill, officials say.
( by Sari Horwitz , The Washington Post)

U.N. faces ghost of Iraq in evaluating chemical weapons use in Syria
Swedish expert finds himself at the intersection of physical science and political science.
( by Colum Lynch , The Washington Post)

Remains confirm cannibalism at Jamestown colony
Skeleton of a 14-year-old girl unearthed last summer indicates cuts made by an ax and a knife.
( by David Brown , The Washington Post)

Poll: Most want death penalty for Dzhokhar Tsarnaev if he is convicted
Survey also finds big majority in favor of trying Boston bombing suspect in federal court, not in military tribunal.
( by Jon Cohen , The Washington Post)

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LOCAL
D.C. community calendar, May 2 to May 9, 2013
Concerts, lectures, Cathedral Flower Mart, plays, park ranger tours, garden events, workshops and more.
(, The Washington Post)

D.C. wellness calendar, May 2-9
Health and fitness events and meetings in the coming week.
(, The Washington Post)

Illegal immigrants could apply for D.C. driver's licenses under Gray proposal
Mayor's bill would provide a separate license for those who cannot prove legal residency.
( by Mike DeBonis , The Washington Post)

Local digest: D.C. nears decision on uniform color for taxis
Red cabs with gray stripes recommended; Metro would run late for Capitals; two men shot in D.C.
(, The Washington Post)

A dismal parting for storied D.C. church and its first black pastor
Hiring of the Rev. Jeffrey Haggray at First Baptist seen as hopeful sign in shifting city but ends bitterly.
( By Hamil R. Harris and Michelle Boorstein , The Washington Post)

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POLITICS
Justice Dept. urges prisons to improve program to release the seriously ill
But "compassionate release" programs at federal prisons are poorly run and lack clear standards, agency says.
( by Ian Simpson , Reuters)

Illegal immigrants could apply for D.C. driver's licenses under Gray proposal
Mayor's bill would provide a separate license for those who cannot prove legal residency.
( by Mike DeBonis , The Washington Post)

Smuggling scheme operated in Md. jail years ago, deal with ex-inmate reveals
State to pay $40,000 to ex-inmate in Baltimore who was beaten after trying to back out of 2006 operation.
( by John Wagner and Matt Zapotosky , The Washington Post)

Investment banker gives $100,000 toward Catania's school policy study
D.C. Council member wants a law firm to review decades of rules that may be "barriers."
( by Tim Craig , The Washington Post)

Wintour in Paris?
IN THE LOOP | More talk of a fashionable Vogue editor getting the ambassadorship.
(, The Washington Post)

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STYLE
Miss Manners: Cousin's journey abroad makes for a long night
Their relative's recounting of her spiritual journey may tax their patience.
(, The Washington Post)

Hints From Heloise: Disinfect or sanitize?
A disinfectant kills germs; a sanitizer reduces the number of them.
(, The Washington Post)

Ask Amy: Mother wrestles with illness disclosure
Her adult son has been diagnosed with ALS. She wonders whether to tell her parents, who are anxious types.
(, The Washington Post)

How do you know if the beau is lying about his feelings?
A woman whose ex told her he was faking his feelings for years wonders whether to believe her new boyfriend.
(, The Washington Post)

TV Column: Ex-Elmo gets a Daytime Emmy nomination
Kevin Clash left the show in November amid allegations of sexual impropriety.
(, The Washington Post)

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BUSINESS
SEC subpoenas firm, individuals
The agency investigates the leak of a federal funding decision that appeared to affect stock trading.
( by Tom Hamburger and Dina ElBoghdady , The Washington Post)

Nominee signals desire to preserve government-backed mortgages
Obama picks Rep. Mel Watt to head housing overseer, which could keep government in mortgage business.
( by Zachary A. Goldfarb , The Washington Post)

Business Digest: Spending on business travel boosts Marriott's earnings
A roundup of news from around the financial world.
(, The Washington Post)

Facebook profits miss estimates, but rise on mobile growth
Facebook earnings report shows mobile growth is up 54 percent, but profits were below forecasts.
( by Hayley Tsukayama , The Washington Post)

Does iOS need a makeover?
Apple's software design hasn't always been well-received.
( by Hayley Tsukayama , The Washington Post)

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SPORTS
TV and radio listings: May 2

(, The Washington Post)

Celtics force Game 6 vs. Knicks
Kevin Garnett and Boston stave off elimination by surprising favored New York at Madison Square Garden.
( by Michael Lee , The Washington Post)

Westfield defeats Centreville, 17-13
Junior Molly O'Sullivan scored seven goals as Westfield clinches the top spot in the AAA Concorde District.
( by Louis Nelson , The Washington Post)

Top contenders have strong field to navigate
Favorite Orb, second choice Verrazano and third choice Goldencents will have to earn victory.
( by Chris Korman , The Washington Post)

Nationals blank Braves, 2-0
Jordan Zimmermann's brilliant performance is overshadowed by an injury scare to Bryce Harper.
( by James Wagner , The Washington Post)

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TECHNOLOGY
Facebook profits miss estimates, but rise on mobile growth
Facebook earnings report shows mobile growth is up 54 percent, but profits were below forecasts.
( by Hayley Tsukayama , The Washington Post)

Does iOS need a makeover?
Apple's software design hasn't always been well-received.
( by Hayley Tsukayama , The Washington Post)

Zuckerberg group takes controversial approach on immigration reform
Fwd.us, a group supported by Facebook's founder, has backed ads in support of Sen. Lindsey Graham
( by Max Ehrenfreund , The Washington Post)

Facebook earnings preview: All eyes, again, on mobile
Analysts don't expect big numbers, but they'll focus on mobile revenue and the social network's user base.
( by Hayley Tsukayama , The Washington Post)

Apple's OS X 10.9 likely won't be an overhaul
But there's plenty to be excited about.
( by Tom Cheredar | VentureBeat.com , VentureBeat.com)

More Technology News - The Washington Post


WORLD
North Korea sentences American to 15 years
An American detained in November was sentenced Tuesday to 15 years of "compulsory labor" on charges he tried to topple the North Korean government.
( by Chico Harlan , The Washington Post)

World Digest: May 1, 2013
Rights group: Images show "massive destruction" after clashes in Nigeria; bombs kill 15 across Iraq.
(, The Washington Post)

Oppositionists protest Venezuelan election
Thousands take to streets to demand complete audit of vote last month, but few options for redress seen.
( by Emilia Diaz-Struck and Juan Forero , The Washington Post)

What makes a global Navy?
Budget cuts could reshape the country's ship supply, official says.
(, The Washington Post)

Bolivia's president expels U.S. aid agency
President Morales says USAID seeks to undermine his leftist government.
( by Carlos Valdez and Frank Bajak , The Washington Post)

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


EDITORIAL
America's bet in Syria
The White House gambles on a rebel general.
(, The Washington Post)

A policy without coherence
Obama's weak language about Syria invites more trouble.
(, The Washington Post)

Catastrophe in Bangladesh
What can the West do to help? Demand better, cautiously.
(, The Washington Post)

Curtail D.C. Council power over contracts
The city council has a sad history overseeing procurement.
(, The Washington Post)

Where's the hope?
Obama must talk more about how he'll overcome GOP hurdles.
(, The Washington Post)

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LIVE DISCUSSIONS
Advice from Slate's 'Dear Prudence'
Live discussion with Slate advice columnist Dear Prudence, a.k.a. Emily Yoffe.
(, vForum)

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

The Reliable Source Live
Amy Argetsinger and Roxanne Roberts discuss 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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