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NATION
Huge tornado kills scores in Okla.
The state medical examiner's office said 51 people have been confirmed killed and that officials are expecting 40 more bodies.
( by Joel Achenbach , The Washington Post)

NASA tech chief does reddit AMA
NASA's Mason Peck's been in charge of NASA's tech decisions since January 2012.
( by Jolie O'Dell | VentureBeat.com , VentureBeat.com)

Fine Print: The press and national security
The Associated Press leak investigation isn't as clear-cut as the uproar makes it out to be.
(, The Washington Post)

Justice IG criticizes former U.S. attorney for gun-probe leak to Fox
Michael E. Horowitz says the former U.S. attorney retaliated against a whistleblower in "Fast and Furious."
( by Sari Horwitz , The Washington Post)

A clue to a teenager's painful ailment goes long overlooked
MEDICAL MYSTERIES | When a girl developed stomach and back pain, no one considered the likely cause.
( by Sandra G. Boodman Special to The Washington Post , The Washington Post)

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LOCAL
State education chiefs oppose delay in high-stakes test repercussions
Unions and officials at odds over how soon to evaluate students, teachers using Common Core-based tests.
( by Lyndsey Layton , The Washington Post)

Workers at federal buildings and museums to protest low pay
Jobs group says the Wednesday picketing in the District aims to raise awareness, not to disrupt businesses.
( by Carol Morello , The Washington Post)

Construction workers affected by CO in D.C.
Carbon monoxide fumes send seven to hospitals after tools were used in confined area, officials say.
( by Martin Weil , The Washington Post)

Bolling blasts selection of E.W. Jackson
Republican lt. governor says man chosen to replace him will "feed image of extremism" in GOP.
( by Laura Vozzella , The Washington Post)

Regional digest: D.C. man fatally shot; man with toddler robbed

(, The Washington Post)

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POLITICS
Scores killed in huge Okla. tornado
Fifty-one people are confirmed dead; medical examiner expects at least 40 more bodies.
( by Joel Achenbach , The Washington Post)

ID

( by  , The Washington Post)

What is your view of the Tea Party political movement - would you say you support it strongly, support it somewhat, oppose it somewhat or oppose it strongly?

( by  , The Washington Post)

More generally, how concerned are you that in trying to protect classified information the federal government will improperly intrude on the freedom of the press?

( by  , The Washington Post)

The AP reported classified information about U.S. anti-terrorism efforts and prosecutors have obtained AP's phone records through a court order. Do you think this action by federal prosecutors is or is not justified?

( by  , The Washington Post)

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STYLE
Dinner in 30 Minutes: Pink pasta
Vacuum-packed beets give this main course its brilliant color and vibrant flavor.
( by Bonnie Benwick , The Washington Post)

Mindful Makeover: A lighter spinach salad
This isn't your mother's bacon-dressed version: It clocks in at just 260 calories per serving.
( by Stepanie Witt Sedgwick | Special to The Washington Post , The Washington Post)

Miss Manners: Teen boys are not to be consulted for prom advice
A reader is advised on where (and where not) to turn for advice on how a boy should dress for the prom.
(, The Washington Post)

Hints From Heloise: Credit on file
A reader suggests creating a draft e-mail with all your credit card information before going on a trip.
(, The Washington Post)

Ask Amy: Sister worries about danger of tanning
Her teen sister has been to the tanning salon at least 40 times this year, and her mother doesn't care.
(, The Washington Post)

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BUSINESS
As rich gain optimism, lawmakers lose economic urgency
Washington has all but abandoned efforts to help the economy recover faster.
( by Jim Tankersley , The Washington Post)

Solar industry groups seek pact to settle trade disputes
A roundup of business news.
(, The Washington Post)

Senate: Apple avoided taxes with 'complex web' of offshore entities
The probe found subsidiaries in Ireland with no employees or offices; Apple denied breaking any tax laws.
( by Cecilia Kang , The Washington Post)

Washington 9th most expensive city in U.S.
Housing market keeps Washington region's cost of living high, report says.
( by Amrita Jayakumar , The Washington Post)

Trade group SIFMA names Judd Gregg as CEO
The trade group hopes to mend the divide between Washington and Wall Street.
( Reuters , Reuters)

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SPORTS
Pitchers pummeled by Giants
Zach Duke and Craig Stammen are ineffective and the Nationals are out-hit, 17-3, on their way to a third straight loss.
( by Adam Kilgore , The Washington Post)

TV and radio listings: May 21

(, The Washington Post)

Johnson flops again in Orioles' loss
Closer Jim Johnson's struggles continue as he allows a homer in the ninth in Baltimore's loss to New York.
( by Eduardo A.Encina , The Washington Post)

Jefferson wins region tennis title
Chris Vrabel wins at No. 1 singles and doubles to lead undefeated Jefferson to the Virginia AAA Northern Region tennis title.
( by Roman Stubbs , The Washington Post)

St. Stephen's/St. Agnes finds a way
BOYS' LACROSSE | Senior Isaiah Davis-Allen dedicates the game-winning goal in the IAC tournament final to his ailing mother.
( by Eric Detweiler , The Washington Post)

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TECHNOLOGY
Senate: Apple avoided taxes with 'complex web' of offshore entities
The probe found subsidiaries in Ireland with no employees or offices; Apple denied breaking any tax laws.
( by Cecilia Kang , The Washington Post)

Yahoo's $1.1 billion deal for Tumblr furthers Marissa Mayer's strategy
Tumblr, which now hosts more than 100 million blogs, could help Yahoo reach a younger, more hip audience.
( by Max Ehrenfreund , The Washington Post)

What Yahoo can't 'screw up' about Tumblr
Tumblr's $1.1 billion worth is rooted in the value of its community — which means Yahoo can't lose it.
( by Hayley Tsukayama , The Washington Post)

Obama campaign's chief data guy gets candid about data strategy that won the election
You'd think the team would have worked with huge amounts of data, but Rayid Ghani says "it was the smallest dataset," he'd ever used in a real problem.
( by Chitra Rakesh | VentureBeat.com , VentureBeat.com)

How cognitive science and user empathy powered Google's design breakthrough
Google has gone from a company that approached design through cold, hard data to one that's employing user-centric interfaces.
( by Devindra Hardawar | VentureBeat.com , VentureBeat.com)

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WORLD
Afghan peace process stalled by larger fears
As the Taliban steps up attacks, the prospects for negotiated settlement to the conflict appear dim.
( by Pamela Constable , The Washington Post)

Fine Print: The press and national security
The Associated Press leak investigation isn't as clear-cut as the uproar makes it out to be.
(, The Washington Post)

Justice IG criticizes former U.S. attorney for gun-probe leak to Fox
Michael E. Horowitz says the former U.S. attorney retaliated against a whistleblower in "Fast and Furious."
( by Sari Horwitz , The Washington Post)

Wave of attacks kills at least 86 in Iraq
The violence pushes the death toll over the past week to more than 230.
( by Sinan Salaheddin , The Washington Post)

Kerry: Diplomats need to be 'outdoors' to do their jobs
Secretary of state says envoys face dangers while on duty and asks Congress to increase security funds.
( by Anne Gearan , The Washington Post)

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


EDITORIAL
How Mitzie got her '-Gate'
The IRS scandal inspires a Kafka-esque tale.
(, The Washington Post)

Austerity and Keynes can coexist
Economic policy should incorporate the best from each school of thought.
(, The Washington Post)

Beyond chilling
The White House mistakes reporting for espionage.
(, The Washington Post)

A Core conspiracy?
GOP shouldn't fear these new education standards.
(, The Washington Post)

Jeff Sessions's lost cause
A one-man crusade to undo the Gang of Eight's immigration compromise.
(, The Washington Post)

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LIVE DISCUSSIONS
Got Plans: Advice from the Going Out Guide
Got Plans? Discuss great ideas for local entertainment, dates and family fun.
(, vForum)

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

Talk about Travel
The Post's travel writers and editors discuss your travel stories, questions, gripes and more.
(, vForum)

Talk about Travel
The Post's travel writers and editors discuss your travel stories, questions, gripes and more.
(, vForum)

Dr. Gridlock
The Washington Post's Dr. Gridlock, Robert Thomson, will be online to take all your questions about Metro, traffic throughout the region and other transportation issues.
(, vForum)

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