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NATION
Private insurers prosper despite sluggish economy
A study reports that the nation's major health insurers are faring well, mostly by expanding their role in federal programs such as Medicare and Medicaid.
( by N.C. Aizenman , The Washington Post)
Karzai supports direct U.S.-Taliban talks
Afghan president endorses talks in statement that criticizes U.S. military forces
( by Karen DeYoung and Peter Finn , The Washington Post)
Researchers report the best-yet AIDS vaccine in monkeys
Experimental vaccine protects some rhesus monkeys against getting infected with that species' version of the virus that causes AIDS.
( by David Brown , The Washington Post)
Obama to unveil austere Pentagon strategy
A new defense strategy is expected to consolidate missions and downsize the ambitions of the armed forces as they adjust to a new era of austerity.
( by Craig Whitlock and Peter Whoriskey , The Washington Post)
It's a brave new world of weaponry
FINE PRINT | Technological advances are allowing better-integrated intelligence to go to those who pick the targets for our combat forces.
(, The Washington Post)
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METRO
Alexandria and Arlilngton Animal Watch
These are among cases handled by the Animal Welfare leagues of Alexandria and Arlington.
(, The Washington Post)
Alexandria and Arlington community calendar
Events include exhibits and an exhibit reception; a legislative discussion; concerts; and a farmers market.
(, The Washington Post)
Crime listings in Alexandria, Arlington
Incidents reported Dec. 14-28 by police in Alexandria and Arlington.
(, The Washington Post)
Alexandria-Arlington health calendar, Jan. 5-12
Walking programs, tai chi practice, ice skating and more.
(, The Washington Post)
Arlington-Alexandria religion notes
A choral performance and an evening service in Arlington and Alexandria for the week of Jan. 5-12.
(, The Washington Post)
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POLITICS
Perry is no George W. Bush
After his nowhere showing in the Iowa caucuses, Rick Perry announced that he would reassess his campaign. But whether he quits the race now or later, back home in Texas the consensus is that he is no George W. Bush.
(, The Washington Post)
Rivals attack Romney
Fresh off the slimmest of victories in the Iowa caucuses, Mitt Romney faces intense attacks from his GOP rivals who vowed to challenge him more aggressively.
( by Peter Wallsten and Philip Rucker , The Washington Post)
Gingrich and Santorum cross paths again
Rick Santorum and Newt Gingrich are old political friends. With one ascending and the other fading, how will they react?
( by Paul Kane , The Washington Post)
Federal law enforcement's losses
Thirteen federal law enforcement officers died in the line of duty in 2011.
(, The Washington Post)
It's on to New Hampshire
The snow is missing, but the candidates have arrived. Wednesday's big question was how hard Newt Gingrich would go after Mitt Romney.
( by Joel Achenbach , The Washington Post)
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STYLE
Meeting the boyfriend's parents
She has a rocky relationship with her own family, so she wants to make sure she pleases his.
(, The Washington Post)
The Gatorade Shower: The victory ritual that can't be ducked
Amid this week's sanctified American Running of the Bowls, we examine rite by which we honor heroes.
( by Monica Hesse , The Washington Post)
Bert and Ernie, meet 'Pawn Stars'
PBS's CEO turns up her nose at 'Pawn Stars' and 'American Pickers' — and then unveils something remarkably akin to those reality shows.
(, The Washington Post)
One cool church
A house of worship in Germany is built of snow and can hold 200 people.
(, The Washington Post)
Which NFL teams are tops?
The difference between points scored and points allowed can help predict who plays in the Super Bowl.
(, The Washington Post)
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SPORTS
TV and radio listings: Jan. 5
(, The Washington Post)
Wizards drop to 0-6 for first time
Dwight Howard and the Orlando Magic run roughshod from the opening tip, sending Washington to its worst start through six games in franchise history.
( by Michael Lee , The Washington Post)
Hoyas erase huge deficit in win
Hollis Thompson's tiebreaking three-pointer with less than 30 seconds left caps a comeback from a 17-point hole as No. 9 Georgetown stuns No. 20 Marquette.
( by Tarik El-Bashir , The Washington Post)
Steelers' Clark understands Tomlin's decision
Pittsburgh safety Ryan Clark will sit out the first round playoff game in Denver because his sickle cell trait could act up if he exerts himself at high altitude.
( by Barry Svrluga , The Washington Post)
Backstrom is day-to-day; Bourque suspended
Capitals top center underwent concussion testing but the results were inconclusive. Rene Bourque's elbow to Nicklas Backstrom costs him five games.
( by Katie Carrera , The Washington Post)
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WORLD
Syrian media awaken despite clampdown
The new publications offer an alternative to established newspapers and news channels in Syria.
( by Alice Fordham , The Washington Post)
Libyan leader warns of civil war
The stark warning came in response to a gun battle between militias in one of Tripoli's busiest streets.
( by Mahmoud Habboush and Ali Shuaib , The Washington Post)
Karzai supports direct U.S.-Taliban talks
Afghan president endorses talks in statement that criticizes U.S. military forces
( by Karen DeYoung and Peter Finn , The Washington Post)
Egypt's Islamists could soon challenge generals
Emboldened Islamists and the entrenched military are set to vie for power over a new Egypt.
( by Leila Fadel , The Washington Post)
Two men sentenced in murder that shook Britain
The 1993 killing exposed racism within Scotland Yard and prompted discussions about race relations.
( by Karla Adam , The Washington Post)
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LIVE DISCUSSIONS
Chris Plantan on getting organized with paper products | Home Front
Chris Plantan joins the weekly chat.
(, vForum)
Free Range on Food: Eating Healthy in 2012
Have cooking questions? We have answers. Ask us now.
(, vForum)
Lisa de Moraes' TV Column Live
Post TV columnist Lisa de Moraes chats with readers about the start of the Fall television season.
(, 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)
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TECHNOLOGY
Yahoo: Who is new CEO Scott Thompson?
A little more information on Yahoo's new CEO, Scott Thompson.
( by Hayley Tsukayama , The Washington Post)
An $86 fare for less than 1 mile in a cab? Car service Uber provides a lesson in demand-based pricing
Technology allows us to finally do what we were taught in the abstract in economics class: match the supply and demand curves to set the optimal price.
( by Rocky Agrawal | VentureBeat.com , VentureBeat.com)
iPad presents a quandary for corporate IT departments
Many organizations are seeing employees rebel and bring iPads into the fold without approval.
( by Sean Ludwig | VentureBeat.com , VentureBeat.com)
What to expect at CES 2012
Just about every possible gadget or technology you can think of will be either teased, announced or put out on a show floor to be manhandled by people.
(, topolsky)
Yahoo picks PayPal chief Scott Thompson as CEO
Yahoo names PayPal president Scott Thompson as its new CEO.
( by Hayley Tsukayama , The Washington Post)
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EDITORIAL
Romney out of control
OPINION | His victory rally was a disaster.
(, The Washington Post)
The imperiled middle class
Globalization erodes democracy's anchor.
(, The Washington Post)
Iran under pressure
A struggling economy and a fractured politics.
(, The Washington Post)
Talking with the Taliban
The U.S. must be wary of giving away too much.
(, The Washington Post)
Early returns
Iowa voters send the GOP a message.
(, The Washington Post)
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BUSINESS
FDA to limit livestock antibiotics
The FDA plans to restrict antibiotics commonly used to treat livestock, citing concerns that overuse might promote the development of drug-resistant bacteria that can infect people.
( by Dina ElBoghdady , The Washington Post)
Detroit revs up auto sales
Automakers sold about 12.8 million cars and trucks last year in the U.S., marking a 10 percent increase over the 11.6 million vehicles sold in 2010.
( by Michael A. Fletcher , The Washington Post)
Penn Camera files for Chapter 11
Penn Camera Exchange said it is filing for bankruptcy and will immediately close five of its stores in the Washington area.
( by Danielle Douglas Capital Business Staff Writer , The Washington Post)
Greece's survival in euro zone linked to new talks
Greek debt restructuring talks have yet to bear fruit, and talks on a new bailout begin this month to stabilize the epicenter of Europe's financial crisis.
( by Howard Schneider , The Washington Post)
CES 2012: Debut of a waterproof tablet?
A report says the Pantech Element will be splash-resistant as long as all the ports are closed.
( by Nathan Ingraham , theverge.com)
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