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Jobs news complicates Romney's campaign
If the economic recovery snowballs, the Republican front-runner's primary pitch — that he is a turnaround artist — may be undercut.
(By Philip Rucker)
Gaffes a fact of modern campaigning
As Mitt Romney's recent slip-ups show, they are nearly unavoidable in this age of constant scrutiny.
(By Paul Farhi)
At least 200 reported killed in Syrian town of Homs
The attack by government forces was centered on the city of Homs, and there was scattered violence elsewhere in the country.
(By Alice Fordham)
Susan G. Komen foundation revises funding policy
Susan G. Komen for the Cure announced Friday that it would revise a controversial new policy that barred the foundation from funding Planned Parenthood.
(By Sarah Kliff and N.C. Aizenman)
Even in grief, Virginia nuns find reasons, strength to forgive
Va. nuns still believe in forgiveness for drunk driver that killed one of their own, even as Prince William County sentenced him to 20 years in prison.
(By Jeremy Borden)
NATION
Panetta, Clinton reassure Europe on security ties
In a joint appearance, the two secretaries say the U.S. will not diminish its security relationship with the continent even as it withdraws troops and places a higher priority on Asia.
( by Craig Whitlock , The Washington Post)
Agencies oppose coal lease near national park
Two key federal agencies have urged the Interior Department to reject a controversial coal lease proposed near Bryce Canyon National Park.
( by Juliet Eilperin , The Washington Post)
More National: Breaking National News & Headlines - Washington Post
METRO
3 street robberies hit Shaw community
A small area of the District saw three robberies in two days this week.
( by Martin Weil , The Washington Post)
Pr. George's casino debate looms
A bill that may be introduced Monday would allow a casino to be built in the county if voters approve.
( by John Wagner , The Washington Post)
Virginia GOP pushes conservative agenda
Since taking over all of state government, Republicans have steamrolling their agenda through.
( by Laura Vozzellaand Anita Kumar , The Washington Post)
Pr. George's closer to a Whole Foods
Officials hope project sends the message that the county is a place where high-end retail can thrive.
( by Lori Aratani , The Washington Post)
What lies ahead for Van Hollen?
Having made his name in election strategy, the Marylander is now Democrats' premier budget wonk.
( by Ben Pershing and Lori Montgomery , The Washington Post)
More Post Local: Washington, DC Area News, Traffic, Weather, Sports & More - The Washington Post
POLITICS
Pr. George's casino debate looms
A bill that may be introduced Monday would allow a casino to be built in the county if voters approve.
( by John Wagner , The Washington Post)
Virginia GOP pushes conservative agenda
Since taking over all of state government, Republicans have steamrolling their agenda through.
( by Laura Vozzellaand Anita Kumar , The Washington Post)
What lies ahead for Van Hollen?
Having made his name in election strategy, the Marylander is now Democrats' premier budget wonk.
( by Ben Pershing and Lori Montgomery , The Washington Post)
House GOP freshmen mostly mum on presidential politics
The House Republican freshman class has fallen largely silent on a most pressing issue: Who should be the GOP presidential nominee?
( by Paul Kane , The Washington Post)
Jobs news complicates Romney's campaign
If the economic recovery snowballs, the Republican front-runner's primary pitch — that he is a turnaround artist — may be undercut.
( by Philip Rucker , The Washington Post)
More Post Politics: Breaking Politics News, Political Analysis & More - The Washington Post
STYLE
Carolyn Hax's advice discussions
A talk about telling the truth is in order for a boyfriend who hid e-mails to his exes, and a friend who kept using a woman's credit card reveals her true value.
(, The Washington Post)
Leaping out from a canopy
For more than 23 years, principal dancer Renee Robinson has performed the role of the "woman with the umbrella" in Alvin Ailey's acclaimed work, "Revelations."
( by DeNeen Brown , The Washington Post)
Gaffes a fact of modern campaigning
As Mitt Romney's recent slip-ups show, they are nearly unavoidable in this age of constant scrutiny.
( by Paul Farhi , The Washington Post)
McGegan and BSO goes for baroque
Nicholas McGegan is a baroque specialist. The Baltimore Symphony Orchestra, not so much, so the first half of its concert at Strathmore on Thursday was a little uncomfortable.
( by Joan Reinthaler , The Washington Post)
A taste of France in Adams Morgan
Chef Cedric Maupillier's dishes with French accents get a solid thumbs up.
(, The Washington Post)
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SPORTS
TV and radio listings: February 4
(, The Washington Post)
Riverdale Baptist boys 67, T. Roosevelt 49
Central Connecticut State recruit Brandon Peel finishes with 10 points and 23 rebounds for the sixth-ranked Crusaders.
( by Josh Barr , The Washington Post)
Battlefield boys 68, Patriot 37
Battlefield scores 15 unanswered points in the second quarter en route to a 68-37 senior night rout of Patriot High.
( by Preston Williams , The Washington Post)
Yellow Jackets' Boyd has come a long way
Gwynn Park senior Marcel Boyd sparks the sixteenth-ranked Yellow Jackets to a 61-55 win over Potomac (Md.).
( by James Wagner , The Washington Post)
Old habits return for Wizards in loss
After encouraging efforts against Orlando and Chicago, the Wizards are pushed, shoved and tossed around by an undermanned Toronto team.
( by Michael Lee , The Washington Post)
More Sports: Sports News, Scores, Analysis, Schedules & More - The Washington Post
WORLD
Panetta, Clinton reassure Europe on security ties
In a joint appearance, the two secretaries say the U.S. will not diminish its security relationship with the continent even as it withdraws troops and places a higher priority on Asia.
( by Craig Whitlock , The Washington Post)
At least 200 reported killed in Syrian town of Homs
The attack by government forces was centered on the city of Homs, and there was scattered violence elsewhere in the country.
( by Alice Fordham , The Washington Post)
Ex-Italian PM to quit frontline politics
The former Italian leader says he is "stepping aside" in his first interview since resigning in November.
( by Guy Dinsmore and Giulia Segreti , The Washington Post)
U.N. declares end to Somalia famine
But officials warn more than two million Somalis are still in dire need of aid despite improvements.
( by Sudarsan Raghavan , The Washington Post)
Khamenei: Iran backs foes of Israel
The clerical leader's defiant declaration was made hours after a successful Iranian satellite launch.
( by Thomas Erdbrink , The Washington Post)
More World: World News, International News, Foreign Reporting - The Washington Post
LIVE DISCUSSIONS
Super Bowl preview: Mike Wise chats live
Washington Post columnist Mike Wise answers reader questions about Super Bowl XLVI in a live Q&A.
(, vForum)
Carolyn Hax Live: Advice columnist tackles your problems (Friday, Feb. 10)
Advice Columnist Carolyn Hax takes your questions and comments about the strange train we call life.
(, vForum)
Carolyn Hax Live (Friday, Feb. 3)
Advice Columnist Carolyn Hax takes your questions and comments about the strange train we call life.
(, vForum)
Don Cornelius, 'X Factor,' and 'Downton Abbey': 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 best and worst of the Super Bowl commercials
Chat with this year's Volkswagen Super Bowl commercial creators about the best and worst Super Bowl ads.
(, vForum)
More Conversations: Discussions, Blogs, Debates, Live Q&A's and More - The Washington Post
TECHNOLOGY
Steven R. Appleton, head of Micron, dies in plane crash
Steven R. Appleton, the chief executive and chairman of Micron Technology, one of the world's fastest-growing semiconductor companies died Feb. 3 in a plane crash near Boise, Idaho.
(, The Washington Post)
Apple, with iPad, is top PC maker
Apple's Mac and iPad sales would put it on top of the PC-maker market.
( by Hayley Tsukayama , The Washington Post)
Apple temporarily blocks German iPhone ban
Apple's iPhone 4 and iPhone 3GS are back on digital shelves on its German Web site.
( by Hayley Tsukayama , The Washington Post)
French court to Google: Pay up
Google has to pay around $650,000 in damages to a company specializing in creating location maps for businesses.
( by Aaron Souppouris |The Verge , theverge.com)
Illegal sports streaming sites get sacked
While football fans gear up for the Super Bowl, the federal government is making its own preparations.
( by Adi Robertson | The Verge , theverge.com)
More Technology News - The Washington Post
EDITORIAL
Europe is no socialist nightmare
French-speaking Romney should know.
( by Martin Klingst , The Washington Post)
Hands in the honey pot
D.C. leaders have forfeited moral authority.
(, The Washington Post)
From readers to viewers
The expanding role of video at The Post.
(, The Washington Post)
The Senate didn't do enough to stop insider trading
There's still too much ambiguity on rules covering lawmakers.
(, The Washington Post)
What was Jim Graham up to?
It's not too late to investigate his role in two government contracts.
(, The Washington Post)
More Opinions: Washington Post Opinion, Editorial, Op Ed, Politics Editorials - The Washington Post
BUSINESS
U.S. adds 243K jobs in Jan., Nasdaq closes at 11-year high
The unemployment rate dropped for the fifth straight month, to 8.3 percent, its lowest level in three years, the Labor Department reported, with widespread hiring across the economy.
( by Peter Whoriskey and David Nakamura , The Washington Post)
American Airlines' request for pension bailout draws criticism
American Airlines' move to terminate its pension plans has angered the PBGC and labor unions, because it had $4 billion when it filed for bankruptcy and hasn't yet proposed a restructuring plan.
( by Steven Mufson , The Washington Post)
SEC fills spot on accounting oversight board
GAO Managing Director Jeanette M. Franzel to join watchdog panel that is weighing changes to auditing rules.
( by David S. Hilzenrath , The Washington Post)
Susan G. Komen foundation revises funding policy
Susan G. Komen for the Cure announced Friday that it would revise a controversial new policy that barred the foundation from funding Planned Parenthood.
( by Sarah Kliff and N.C. Aizenman , The Washington Post)
New York sues big banks, local firm over foreclosure documents
Reston-based Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems is among defendants in suit alleging homeowners and court officials were deceived through fraudulent paperwork.
( by Brady Dennis , The Washington Post)
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