Today's Headlines & Columnists

If you have difficulty viewing this newsletter, click here to view as a Web page. Click here to view in plain text. Sunday, July 17, 2011 TODAY'S HIGHLIGHTS Top lawmakers press forward on debt plan "Grand bargain" could be in the works, if conservatives will go along. (By Alec MacGillis and Lori Montgomery) Little-known firms track data used in credit scores This collection of information carries particular weight for the estimated 30 million people who live on the margins of the banking system. (By Ylan Q. Mui) In Britain, phone hacking sullies famed Scotland Yard Scotland Yard is weathering its worst crisis in years as the phone-hacking scandal explodes. (By Anthony Faiola) Police: Courthouse switch led to man's escape Facing arraignment on a murder charge, a suspect switched ID bracelets with another man in the courthouse lockup and went on the lam, police say. (By J. Freedom du Lac and Victor Zapana) A rookie mistake ended Clemens trial How the Roger Clemens trial was cut abruptly short: Two well-respected prosecutors made a basic mistake, and a tough judge caught it. (By Del Quentin Wilber) POLITICS WSJ publisher quits, Murdoch's British chief leaves as mogul tries to stem hacking scandal LONDON — Rupert Murdoch accepted the resignation of The Wall Street Journal's publisher and the chief of his British operations on Friday as the once-defiant media mogul struggled to control an escalating phone hacking scandal with a public statement of contrition and a personal apology to the family of a murdered schoolgirl. ( Associated Press Associated Press , AP) Idaho Republican officials schedule 2012 presidential caucus for Super Tuesday MOSCOW, Idaho — Idaho Republicans will hold the state party's presidential caucus vote on Super Tuesday in March 2012, a move that supporters hoped would give candidates a reason besides fundraising to come to the state. ( Associated Press Associated Press , AP) Obama's private meeting with Dalai Lama at White House draws complaint from Chinese government WASHINGTON — President Barack Obama held a White House meeting Saturday with the Dalai Lama, a fellow Nobel Peace laureate, hours after China called on the U.S. to rescind an invitation that could sour relations with Beijing. ( Associated Press Associated Press , AP) Top lawmakers press forward on debt plan "Grand bargain" could be in the works, if conservatives will go along. ( by Alec MacGillis and Lori Montgomery , The Washington Post) Obama meets with Dalai Lama President Obama held a closed-door meeting with the Dalai Lama on Saturday, despite the strong objections of the Chinese government. ( by Perry Bacon Jr. , The Washington Post) STYLE Gentleman 'on call' feels better staying unscheduled Miss Manners applauds a writer who has made what she says is a sensible accommodation to his status as an emergency on-call worker. But what about the rest of us? (, Universal Press) Ask Amy: Uncle upset about tuition gifts Childless uncle resents that his mother has paid for the education of his nieces and nephews. (, Tribune Media Service) Carolyn Hax: Awkward situation at a wedding She's going to a wedding where her ex-husband his mother will be guests. Should she bring her current boyfriend? (, The Washington Post) Details: Istanbul Eats Details for tour stops with Istanbul Eats. ( by Tom Sietsema , The Washington Post) Turkish delights Postcard from Tom: Our restaurant critic tours the behind-the-scenes restaurants and eateries of Istanbul. ( by Tom Sietsema , The Washington Post) SPORTS China leads women's 1-meter springboard qualifying at world championships SHANGHAI — China took the top two spots in qualifying for women's 1-meter springboard diving at the world championships. ( Associated Press Associated Press , AP) Mariners loss 8th straight game in 5-1 loss to Rangers SEATTLE — Prior to Saturday night's game against the Texas Rangers, the Seattle Mariners celebrated the 10th anniversary of their 116 win AL West champion squad. ( Associated Press Associated Press , AP) Kinsler's two HR's lead Texas to 10th straight win, 5-1, over Mariners SEATTLE — Facing Felix Hernandez, the Texas Rangers knew they were going to have to make the most of their chances. ( Associated Press Associated Press , AP) Loss ejections leave Rockies with mixed feelings DENVER — The Colorado Rockies had plenty to be upset about — as well as encouraged. ( Associated Press Associated Press , AP) Cristiano Ronaldo scores to help Real Madrid to 4-1 win over David Beckham and Galaxy LOS ANGELES — There wasn't much for Cristiano Ronaldo to complain about in his team's first match following the offseason. ( Associated Press Associated Press , AP) WORLD NATO bombs Taliban who capture empty school in eastern Afghanistan KABUL, Afghanistan — NATO warplanes on Sunday bombed a school in eastern Afghanistan taken over by an unknown number of Taliban fighters as Afghan troops battled with insurgents holed up inside the building, a provincial official said. ( Associated Press Associated Press , AP) Syrian troops storm town near Lebanese border, hundreds detained since Friday, activists say BEIRUT — Syrian troops backed by tanks stormed a town Sunday near the border with Lebanon as security forces rounded up more than 500 people, including a leading opposition figure, across the country over the past two days, activists said. ( Associated Press Associated Press , AP) Monsoon flooding in northeast India kills at least 1, afflicts 150,000 people GAUHATI, India — Heavy monsoon rains have led the mighty Brahmaputra River to overflow its banks and submerge scores of villages in India's remote northeastern state of Assam. ( Associated Press Associated Press , AP) Jordan detains 4 policemen suspected of using 'excessive' force against protesters AMMAN, Jordan — A Jordanian police spokesman says authorities have detained four police officers suspected of using "excessive force" against protesters and journalists in a pro-democracy sit-in last week. ( Associated Press Associated Press , AP) Clinton in Greece to show US support for economic recovery plans ATHENS, Greece — U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton is in Greece to show American support for the financially troubled country's economic recovery plans. ( Associated Press Associated Press , AP) LIVE DISCUSSIONS Women's World Cup Final: U.S. vs. Japan recap A live discussion on the 2011 Women's World Cup final between the U.S. and Japan hosted by Washington Post soccer reporter and blogger Steven Goff. (, vForum) 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 Mil Life: Ensuring a quality education for military children Learn how to ensure your child gets a quality education in a sometimes unstable military lifestyle. (, vForum) Carolyn Hax Live Advice Columnist Carolyn Hax takes your questions and comments about the strange train we call life. (, vForum) Real Wheels Live Live online discussion with Real Wheels columnist Warren Brown about car-buying and the auto industry. (, vForum) TECHNOLOGY Keen On… Don't Steal This Book (TCTV) ( by TechCrunch.com , TechCrunch.com) A Tale Of Two Countries: The Growing Divide Between Silicon Valley And Unemployed America ( by TechCrunch.com , TechCrunch.com) A Groupon For Solar? Solar@Work Offers Buildings Discounts For Going Green Together ( by TechCrunch.com , TechCrunch.com) Applifier Hits 100 Million Installs, Brings Social Game Discovery Bar To Mobile ( by TechCrunch.com , TechCrunch.com) Google+ Ad On Facebook Is Banned ( by TechCrunch.com , TechCrunch.com) BUSINESS Lawmakers, White House gauge debt options; Obama may meet congressional leaders again WASHINGTON — Congress and the Obama administration are weighing their options as time closes in on the deadline for raising the nation's debt ceiling, and the White House may call another meeting Sunday of congressional leaders and President Barack Obama. ( Associated Press Associated Press , AP) Keen On… Don't Steal This Book (TCTV) ( by TechCrunch.com , TechCrunch.com) A Tale Of Two Countries: The Growing Divide Between Silicon Valley And Unemployed America ( by TechCrunch.com , TechCrunch.com) A Groupon For Solar? Solar@Work Offers Buildings Discounts For Going Green Together ( by TechCrunch.com , TechCrunch.com) Applifier Hits 100 Million Installs, Brings Social Game Discovery Bar To Mobile ( by TechCrunch.com , TechCrunch.com) Get The Washington Post, your way. Want to stay on top of the latest news, features, commentary and more? Here's how: Mobile: Alerts: Social Media: Applications Web site E-mail SMS RSS Feeds Facebook Twitter SEND TO A FRIEND UNSUBSCRIBE E-NEWSLETTER CENTER GET HELP Washington Post Digital E-mail Customer Care 1150 15th Street NW Washington, D.C. 20071 © 2011 The Washington Post Privacy Policy