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NATION
Why you are the next big hacking frontier
COLUMN | The human genome has been mapped, but now it is possible to print DNA, ushering the new frontier of biocrime.
( by Vivek Wadhwa , The Washington Post)
Stealth drone reflects tougher U.S. strategy on Iran
U.S. officials said the stealth drone was part of a fleet of secret aircraft that the CIA has used for several years in an escalating espionage campaign targeting Iran's nuclear facilities.
( by Joby Warrick and Greg Miller , The Washington Post)
Va. man pleads guilty in Kashmir lobbying case
For two decades, Syed Ghulam Nabi Fai, through his nonprofit group Kashmiri American Council, received millions of dollars from the Pakistani government and ISI without disclosing the connections, according to prosecutors.
( by Jason Ukman , The Washington Post)
Far more troops' ashes in landfill than acknowledged
The Air Force dumped the incinerated partial remains of at least 274 American troops in a Virginia landfill before halting the secretive practice three years ago, records show.
( by Craig Whitlock and Mary Pat Flaherty , The Washington Post)
Pearl Harbor Day: Survivors remember attack, pay respects on 70th anniversary
The Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor in 1941 remains deeply imbedded in the American psyche.
(, The Washington Post)
More National: Breaking National News & Headlines - Washington Post
METRO
Alexandria and Arlington animal watch
A basset hound is loose in Alexandria, and a hawk crashes into a homeowner's window in Arlington.
(, The Washington Post)
Things to do in Arlington and Alexandria
Community events include "A Broadway Christmas Carol," a Kwanzaa celebration, holiday singalongs and an educational event about Civil War-era Christmases.
(, The Washington Post)
Healthy things to do in Arlington and Alexandria
Activities for Dec. 8-15 include weight-room sessions, tennis groups, ice skating and a discussion on hearing loss.
(, The Washington Post)
Religion notes
Upcoming services and programs in Alexandria and Arlington County.
(, The Washington Post)
Arlington and Alexandria volunteer opportunities
Needs include tax preparers, tutors, food-drive participants and holiday event volunteers.
(, The Washington Post)
More Post Local: Washington, DC Area News, Traffic, Weather, Sports & More - The Washington Post
POLITICS
Christie: Romney won't 'embarrass America'
New Jersey governor draws apparent contrast with Newt Gingrich in speech to Iowa Republicans.
( by Philip Rucker , The Washington Post)
Report details postal workers' crimes
While almost all are good public servants, dozens steal, burn or hoard mail, watchdogs say.
( by Ed O'Keefe , The Washington Post)
Allen, Kaine debate economy, energy
Obama's reelection hopes hover over the first matchup between the leading Va. Senate candidates.
( by Anita Kumar and Laura Vozzella , The Washington Post)
D.C.'s official work, personal e-mail accounts
Top executives in the D.C. financial office have done official business in a way circumventing the Freedom of Information Act
( by Mike DeBonis , The Washington Post)
Fairfax adopts 2012 legislative wish list
The county board of supervisors' legislative package that makes the usual request: Leave us alone.
( by Fredrick Kunkle , The Washington Post)
More Post Politics: Breaking Politics News, Political Analysis & More - The Washington Post
STYLE
For better or for worse, including friendships
She never got along with her husband's friends, but he wants them all to spend more time together.
(, The Washington Post)
How to help kids think outside the box
Readers tend to send the same holiday questions to Family Almanac year after year, but too late late to have them published. Today we're using a few letters that came a year ago.
( by Marguerite Kelly , The Washington Post)
Parents help keep Spanish, and heritage, alive
Despite parents' and grandparents' best efforts, Spanish is dying daily, appearing "to draw its last breath in the third generation." A subset of high-achieving Latino parents in the Washington area is trying to beat the bilingual odds.
( by David Montgomery , The Washington Post)
It's a safe, cheery 'Wonderful Life'
Jason Lott deftly channels the cast of "It's a Wonderful Life" in a one-man show that pays faithful tribute without straying too far into realism or ambiguity.
( by Celia Wren , The Washington Post)
Concert review: Clarinetist Narek Arutyunian
The 19-year-old Armenian-born clarinetist Narek Arutyunian shows complete command of his instrument.
( by Cecelia Porter , The Washington Post)
More Style: Culture, Arts, Ideas & More - The Washington Post
SPORTS
Tim Tebow opinions divided among scrambling QBs
Tim Tebow's success with the Denver Broncos, who are tied for first place in the AFC West with the Oakland Raiders, has divided the NFL community
(, The Washington Post)
TV and radio listings: December 8
(, The Washington Post)
Terrapins nearly let one get away
Maryland recovers just in time after blowing a 16-point lead at Comcast Center to hold off in-state foe Mount St. Mary's. The Terps improved to 5-3 on the season.
( by Liz Clarke , The Washington Post)
Late surge lifts Caps to win over Senators
Alex Ovechkin's go-ahead tally is one of three straight goals by the Caps in the third period as Washington rallies past Ottawa.
( by Katie Carrera , The Washington Post)
Khan is happy to take the fight to D.C.
Super lightweight champion Amir Khan looks for even more worldwide recognition when he fights Lamont Peterson in Peterson's home town Saturday night.
( by Gene Wang , The Washington Post)
More Sports: Sports News, Scores, Analysis, Schedules & More - The Washington Post
WORLD
European leaders spar on eve of summit aimed at saving the euro
As Germany fights alternate debt bailout plan, French President Sarkozy says time is running out.
( by Anthony Faiola and Michael Birnbaum , The Washington Post)
Stealth drone reflects tougher U.S. strategy on Iran
U.S. officials said the stealth drone was part of a fleet of secret aircraft that the CIA has used for several years in an escalating espionage campaign targeting Iran's nuclear facilities.
( by Joby Warrick and Greg Miller , The Washington Post)
Va. man pleads guilty in Kashmir lobbying case
For two decades, Syed Ghulam Nabi Fai, through his nonprofit group Kashmiri American Council, received millions of dollars from the Pakistani government and ISI without disclosing the connections, according to prosecutors.
( by Jason Ukman , The Washington Post)
Far more troops' ashes in landfill than acknowledged
The Air Force dumped the incinerated partial remains of at least 274 American troops in a Virginia landfill before halting the secretive practice three years ago, records show.
( by Craig Whitlock and Mary Pat Flaherty , The Washington Post)
Syria's Assad denies ordering crackdown
President Bashar al-Assad says in interview that only a government led by "a crazy person" kills its own people.
( by Alice Fordham , The Washington Post)
More World: World News, International News, Foreign Reporting - The Washington Post
LIVE DISCUSSIONS
Redskins-Patriots postgame chat with Cindy Boren
Live discussion about the Redskins vs. Patriots game.
(, vForum)
Celebritology Live
Join Celebritology blogger Jen Chaney to gab about the latest celebrity gossip and pop culture news making waves across the Web.
(, 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)
The Reliable Source Live
Washington Post columnists Amy Argetsinger and Roxanne Roberts discussed your favorite gossip, celebrity sightings and their recent columns.
(, vForum)
Career Coach takes your questions
Joyce Russell discussed jobs, negotiations and salary issues.
(, vForum)
More Conversations: Discussions, Blogs, Debates, Live Q&A's and More - The Washington Post
TECHNOLOGY
Nintendo releases 3D video recording update
Nintendo 3DS will let you record up to 10 minutes of 3D video.
( by Hayley Tsukayama , The Washington Post)
Xbox Live update requires agreement not to sue
The new Xbox Live update comes with a clause that prevents class-action suits
( by Hayley Tsukayama , The Washington Post)
Flipboard (finally) comes to the iPhone
( by Sean Ludwig | VentureBeat.com , VentureBeat.com)
Apple loses decision over Chinese "iPad" trademark
Apple has hit a setback when it comes to securing the iPad name in China
( by Hayley Tsukayama , The Washington Post)
Living Social raises $176m in lastest fundraising round
Living Social has raised $176 million in its latest round of financing.
( by Thomas Heath , The Washington Post)
More Technology News - The Washington Post
EDITORIAL
Justice distracted
Filming Supreme Court won't help justice.
( by Deborah Tannen , The Washington Post)
Putin's canny politics
Recent results actually fit his plans.
( by Gregory Feifer , The Washington Post)
Hot and cold
Obama's unlikely Turkish alliance.
(, The Washington Post)
The investment gap
The real burden on the U.S. economy.
(, The Washington Post)
The two faces of Ken Cuccinelli
By refusing to step down, Ken Cuccinelli will further politicize his office.
( by Editorial Board , The Washington Post)
More Opinions: Washington Post Opinion, Editorial, Op Ed, Politics Editorials - The Washington Post
BUSINESS
Sides entrenched before consumer agency vote
The stalemate over a centerpiece in President Obama's financial reform efforts showed no signs of abating as the Senate neared a vote.
( by Ylan Q. Mui , The Washington Post)
FDA forced to weigh in on BPA risks
A lawsuit filed by the NRDC has prompted the agency to agree to decide by spring whether to ban a chemical that's widely used in the plastics and metal linings of food containers.
( by Dina ElBoghdady , The Washington Post)
The crisis at hand
There's talk of long-term changes to the euro zone, but its leaders still must confront the immediate debt crisis.
( by Howard Schneider , The Washington Post)
Nintendo releases 3D video recording update
Nintendo 3DS will let you record up to 10 minutes of 3D video.
( by Hayley Tsukayama , The Washington Post)
Xbox Live update requires agreement not to sue
The new Xbox Live update comes with a clause that prevents class-action suits
( by Hayley Tsukayama , The Washington Post)
More Business News, Financial News, Business Headlines & Analysis - The Washington Post
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