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Tax debate roils the GOP
Growing Republican support for raising taxes to help reduce the deficit has prompted a GOP identity crisis and sparked debate within the party on a bedrock doctrine.
(By Peter Wallsten)
Official: Suspect in White House shooting 'hates the president'
Suspected of firing shots near the executive mansion, Oscar Ramiro Ortega-Hernandez is arrested in Pa.
(By Paul Duggan and Jerry Markon)
U.S. to send Marines to Australia
The move, announced by President Obama, is intended as a counterbalance to China's growing power.
(By David Nakamura)
'Hopefully, I'm going to be more disciplined'
Newt Gingrich is rising in the polls, and the impulsive candidate knows that to pose a real threat to Mitt Romney, he must stay focused.
(By Karen Tumulty)
Sally Jenkins: Tebow does it his own way
COLUMN | Denver Broncos quarterback Tim Tebow has his share of critics, and everyone knows he's not supposed to be 3-1 as a starter, but how do you move him out?
(By Sally Jenkins)
NATION
New study shows health insurance premium spikes in every state
Premiums for employer-sponsored health insurance have risen faster than incomes in every state in the nation, according to a report released Thursday.
( by N.C. Aizenman , The Washington Post)
Pakistani ambassador offers resignation
The offer is intended to defuse a growing controversy in Pakistan over allegations about a secret letter from Pakistan's president to a U.S. military official.
( by Karen DeYoung , The Washington Post)
A shock for Medicaid advocates
Many were surprised when the Supreme Court agreed to review the health-care law's provision expanding the program for the poor.
( by N.C. Aizenman , The Washington Post)
Attack on overflows of D.C. sewage
D.C. contractors are installing huge pipes along the Anacostia River to stop raw sewage from mixing with polluted stormwater, which overflows into local waterways. "Green" efforts may be next.
( by Darryl Fears , The Washington Post)
Jupiter's moon Europa could have lakes
Subsurface lakes may exist on Jupiter's moon Europa, scientists say, bolstering hopes for life there.
( by Brian Vastag , The Washington Post)
More National: Breaking National News & Headlines - Washington Post
METRO
Alexandria and Arlington animal watch
Cases handled recently by the animal welfare leagues of Alexandria and Arlington County.
(, The Washington Post)
Things to do in Arlington and Alexandria, Nov. 17-24
Folk concerts, Gadsby's Tavern events, photography exhibits and other activities in Alexandria and Arlington.
(, The Washington Post)
Crime listings in Alexandria and Arlington
Incidents reported by police Nov. 2-9 in Alexandria and Arlington.
(, The Washington Post)
Healthy things to do in Arlington and Alexandria
Line dancing, pilates class, walking groups and other activeevents Nov. 17-23.
(, The Washington Post)
Alexandria, Arlington religion notes
A list of upcoming scheduled church events.
(, The Washington Post)
More Post Local: Washington, DC Area News, Traffic, Weather, Sports & More - The Washington Post
POLITICS
Veterans jobs bill heads to Obama
President Obama will get a chance to sign into law a modest portion of his $447 billion jobs plan after the House passed it.
( by Rosalind S. Helderman , The Washington Post)
Critics worry about planned Wal-Mart stores
Wal-Mart's plan to open six stores in the District is prompting criticism from labor unions and grass-roots groups.
( by Nikita Stewart , The Washington Post)
'Hopefully, I'm going to be more disciplined'
Newt Gingrich is rising in the polls, and the impulsive candidate knows that to pose a real threat to Mitt Romney, he must stay focused.
( by Karen Tumulty , The Washington Post)
Tax debate roils the GOP
Growing Republican support for raising taxes to help reduce the deficit has prompted a GOP identity crisis and sparked debate within the party on a bedrock doctrine.
( by Peter Wallsten , The Washington Post)
Ad shows close ties between PACs, candidates
A new ad by a super PAC backing GOP presidential candidate Jon Huntsman Jr. provides another example of the close ties between candidates and such groups.
(, The Washington Post)
More Post Politics: Breaking Politics News, Political Analysis & More - The Washington Post
STYLE
'Salvage the Bones' wins National Book Award
The fiction prize went to the book about a poor African American family attempting to weather Hurricane Katrina in coastal Mississippi.
( by Jeff Turrentine , The Washington Post)
When parents go broke during golden years
Few adults can legitimately argue that their parents did nothing for them, so the "obligation" issue isn't clear.
(, The Washington Post)
Washington's style go-to: Ann Taylor
Ann Taylor is the capital of Appropriate Attire, and that is why it is perfect for Washington women.
( by Monica Hesse , The Washington Post)
Gervais returning as host of Golden Globes
Ricky Gervais, who promised so faithfully after his second time hosting the Golden Globe Awards that it would be his last, will be back after all.
(, The Washington Post)
Exhibit review: 'Candida Hofer: Interior Worlds'
The photographer, who confers cultural cachet on every institution she captures, has created images of two of Baltimore's beloved cultural icons.
( by Philip Kennicott , The Washington Post)
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SPORTS
TV and radio listings: November 17
(, The Washington Post)
Inspiration from sideline
GIRLS' SOCCER | Bethesda-Chevy Chase's run to a fourth straight 4A title will culminate without leading scorer Hannah Levin.
( by Eric Detweiler , The Washington Post)
Calvert narrowly loses
VOLLEYBALL | Calvert comes up with all manner of saves, but the effort is not enough to prevent a tough Maryland 2A semifinal loss to defending state champion Fallston.
( by James Wagner , The Washington Post)
Back court leads No. 10 Terps in rout
Freshman Brene Moseley scores 26 points to lead an impressive performance by Maryland's guards in a blowout of Towson.
( by Gene Wang , The Washington Post)
Terps take a business trip
Maryland's men's basketball team will play three games in four days in the Puerto Rico Classic.
( by Liz Clarke , The Washington Post)
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WORLD
Obama rallies Australian troops around new U.S. military partnership
In speeches at the Darwin base and before the Australian Parliament, the president defends plan for deeper engagement in Asia-Pacific.
( by David Nakamura , The Washington Post)
Pakistani ambassador offers resignation
The offer is intended to defuse a growing controversy in Pakistan over allegations about a secret letter from Pakistan's president to a U.S. military official.
( by Karen DeYoung , The Washington Post)
Debt crisis divides France, Germany
Europe's two largest economies increasingly at odds over how far they should go to save the euro.
( by Anthony Faiola and Michael Birnbaum , The Washington Post)
Defectors from Syrian army attack military facilities
A rebel attack against a military compound outside Syria's capital offered the most tangible evidence yet that the country is sliding into armed conflict as regional powers issued an ultimatum for President Bashar al-Assad's government to stop killing civilians.
( by Liz Sly , The Washington Post)
U.S. to send Marines to Australia
The move, announced by President Obama, is intended as a counterbalance to China's growing power.
( by David Nakamura , The Washington Post)
More World: World News, International News, Foreign Reporting - The Washington Post
LIVE DISCUSSIONS
Celebritology Live
Join Celebritology blogger Jen Chaney to gab about the latest celebrity gossip and pop culture news making waves across the Web.
(, vForum)
Video: Color of Money -- Live Video with Michelle Singletary
Post personal finance columnist Michelle Singletary appears live on video every other Thursday and conducts a live text chat to answer your questions about money and give her take on personal finance topics in the news.
(, vForum)
Color of Money Live
Need advice about how to handle your personal finances? Post columnist Michelle Singletary offers her advice and answers your questions.
(, vForum)
The Web Hostess: Online manners, memes and must-see video
A weekly chat about the best ways to kill time online. Our Web Hostess, Monica Hesse, sifts the Internet so you don't have to, searching for meaning, manners and the next great meme.
(, vForum)
Deborah Needleman on interior decorating and home improvement | Home Front
Deborah Needleman join the weekly chat.
(, vForum)
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TECHNOLOGY
Google opens Music service to everyone, adds store
Google Music will be available through the Android Market.
( by Hayley Tsukayama , The Washington Post)
What to expect from Google Music
Google is expected to launch improvements to its music service
( by Hayley Tsukayama , The Washington Post)
Google re-releases Gmail app for iOS
Google's going for a take two on its Gmail app.
( by Hayley Tsukayama , The Washington Post)
PETA targets Mario game over Tanooki suit
Controversial animal rights group PETA takes issue with Mario's fur suit.
( by Hayley Tsukayama , The Washington Post)
FAQ: Facebook spam attack
Details of what happened on the social network yesterday and advice for how to protect yourself.
( by Hayley Tsukayama , The Washington Post)
More Technology News - The Washington Post
EDITORIAL
Doing business in Montgomery
(, The Washington Post)
The meaning of small gestures to vets
(, The Washington Post)
Cheaper to hire more Metro staff
(, The Washington Post)
Outsourced junk
(, The Washington Post)
One up on the post office
(, The Washington Post)
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BUSINESS
Chu to present strong defense of Solyndra loan guarantee
In prepared testimony for appearance before House committee, the Energy secretary denies political considerations.
( by Steven Mufson , The Washington Post)
Debt panel members trade criticism
Debt talks entered a new phase as lawmakers spent more time trading blame for the impasse than on negotiations on a plan to reduce borrowing.
( by Lori Montgomery and Paul Kane , The Washington Post)
Pipeline reversal aims to ease glut
Enbridge announced that it will purchase a half-interest in a U.S. crude pipeline that runs from the gulf coast to Cushing, Okla., and will reverse the flow to carry more oil to refineries in Texas.
( by Steven Mufson , The Washington Post)
Upton sought loan for Mich. solar company
Republican critic of Solyndra deal sought funding assistance for firm that is now halting operations.
( by Steven Mufson and Jia Lynn Yang , The Washington Post)
Pitched battle over online piracy bill
Congressional support grew for a bill aimed at curbing online piracy, but Web and telecom giants such as Google, Facebook and Verizon intensified their lobbying against it.
( by Cecilia Kang , The Washington Post)
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