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Defiant North Korea fires long-range rocket
North Korea launches a long-range rocket in defiance of repeated international protests, but it fails to reach orbit, breaking apart soon after the blastoff, according to U.S., South Korean and Japanese officials.
(By Chico Harlan and and William Wan)
Diplomats struggle with internal differences ahead of Iran talks
As pressure increases on Iran to give up nuclear weapons ambitions, splits emerge over how to structure a deal with the Islamic republic.
(By Joby Warrick and Thomas Erdbrink)
Ann Romney defends stay-at-home role
After Democratic pundit Hilary Rosen says Ann Romney has "never worked a day in her life," Republicans went on the offensive while the Obama campaign launched into damage control.
(By Karen Tumulty and Philip Rucker)
Martin shooting spurs protests against firms with ties to legislative group
The pitfalls of political giving become clear as companies sever ties with the conservative organization that encouraged states to pass the "stand your ground" legislation.
(By Tom Hamburger)
Melinda Henneberger: Court of public opinion has its mind made up
Even in a country of second chances, it's not clear there's a path to redemption for John Edwards and his treatment of his late wife, Elizabeth.
(By Melinda Henneberger)
NATION
Even if Titanic wasn't unsinkable, fascination with it seems to be
As the centennial of the Titanic's sinking approaches, the ship has never been bigger. The story has defied the rules of history, brightening rather than fading with time.
( by Joel Achenbach , The Washington Post)
Komen grants flowing to Planned Parenthood
At least 17 Planned Parenthood affiliates will receive grants from Susan G. Komen Foundation this year, after a funding controversy in February.
( by Lena H. Sun and Sarah Kliff , The Washington Post)
Diplomats struggle with internal differences ahead of Iran talks
As pressure increases on Iran to give up nuclear weapons ambitions, splits emerge over how to structure a deal with the Islamic republic.
( by Joby Warrick and Thomas Erdbrink , The Washington Post)
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METRO
Alexandria board halts waterfront plan
Board of Zoning Appeals, by a 4-2 vote, rules that a protest petition by opponents of the redevelopment plan had been wrongly denied.
( by Patricia Sullivan , The Washington Post)
Fairfax school board wants later start
County high school students would get more sleep by pushing back the start of school to after 8 a.m.
( by Donna St. George , The Washington Post)
D.C. man held for suspected meth lab
Hugh L. Elsbree has been charged with possession with intent to distribute cocaine and ecstasy, which police say he was making in his Adams-Morgan apartment.
( by Clarence Williamsand Maggie Fazeli Fard , The Washington Post)
Metro finance panel okays fare hikes
The package, which moves to the transit agency's full board, boosts parking fees and increases bus and rail fares 10-75 cents.
( by Dana Hedgpeth , The Washington Post)
Unfinished business in Maryland
Gov. Martin O'Malley said he is willing to call a special session to resolve unfinished business.
( by John Wagner and Aaron C. Davis , The Washington Post)
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POLITICS
Unfinished business in Maryland
Gov. Martin O'Malley said he is willing to call a special session to resolve unfinished business.
( by John Wagner and Aaron C. Davis , The Washington Post)
Leggett again proposes ambulance fee
The Montgomery executive says the fees warrant another look as Md. passes more costs to counties.
( by Victor Zapana , The Washington Post)
Praise for lawyers on both sides of Martin case
Special prosecutor Angela Corey is described as kind, nurturing and 'tough on crime'; defense lawyer Mark O'Mara is an understated advocate known for maintaining compassion.
( by Stephanie McCrummen and Sari Horwitz , The Washington Post)
Martin shooting spurs protests against firms with ties to legislative group
The pitfalls of political giving become clear as companies sever ties with the conservative organization that encouraged states to pass the "stand your ground" legislation.
( by Tom Hamburger , The Washington Post)
Va. Speaker lashes out at ALEC critics
Del. William J. Howell defended the conservative American Legislative Exchange Council, which helps author state bills.
( by Anita Kumar , The Washington Post)
More Post Politics: Breaking Politics News, Political Analysis & More - The Washington Post
STYLE
(, The Washington Post)
Daughter-in-law's chilly reception
His parents treat his wife as an intruder. Can the relations be thawed?
(, The Washington Post)
Stolen Cezanne painting recovered
"Boy in a Red Waistcoat" was stolen at gunpoint from a Swiss gallery four years ago.
( Reuters , The Washington Post)
Teens and parents rock to Hot Chelle Rae
The Nashville pop-rock quartet made a stop at the 9:30 Club on Wednesday.
( by Emily Yahr , The Washington Post)
Sprouting online: Johnston's garden photos
On Friday, the Library of Congress will put online its collection of Frances Benjamin Johnston's beguiling images of gardens.
( by Adrian Higgins , The Washington Post)
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SPORTS
TV and radio listings: April 13
(, The Washington Post)
Caps need more shots from Ovechkin
Alex Ovechkin dished out a game-high seven hits, but attempted only two shots all game, one of which was blocked. The Capitals are 1-4 in games he has been limited to one shot or fewer.
( by Tarik El-Bashir , The Washington Post)
Capitals fall in playoff opener
Chris Kelly scores 1:18 into overtime, leading the Stanley Cup champion Bruins past a resilient Capitals team that had kept the game scoreless to that point.
( by Katie Carrera , The Washington Post)
Forest Park rallies in girls' lacrosse
The Bruins come back from a 6-0 deficit to beat Osbourn Park, which played the second half without standout Corinne Wessels.
( by Matt Brooks , The Washington Post)
OPINION | Gonzalez pitches in, with a smile
OPINION | Newly acquired starter Gio Gonzalez has friendly demeanor and nasty repertoire.
(, The Washington Post)
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WORLD
In a first, N. Korea acknowledges failure
Unlike after previous failures, North Korea didn't manufacture a tale about a technological triumph and a successful satellite launch.
( by Chico Harlan , The Washington Post)
Raymond Aubrac, French Resistance leader
Mr. Aubrac, a French Resistance leader who escaped Gestapo torturers with help from his pregnant wife — an episode that became one of the most celebrated triumphs of the underground and also an enduring love story of World War II, died April 10 at a hospital in Paris.
( by Emily Langer , The Washington Post)
Defiant North Korea fires long-range rocket
North Korea launches a long-range rocket in defiance of repeated international protests, but it fails to reach orbit, breaking apart soon after the blastoff, according to U.S., South Korean and Japanese officials.
( by Chico Harlan and William Wan , The Washington Post)
'Moment of calm' in Syria as cease-fire appears to hold
A shaky truce took effect in Syria on Thursday, bringing a respite from the intense bloodshed of recent weeks.
( by Liz Sly and Colum Lynch , The Washington Post)
Pakistan: U.S. drone strikes must end
But lawmakers tacitly allow passage of non-lethal goods to NATO troops in Afghanistan.
( by Richard Leiby , The Washington Post)
More World: World News, International News, Foreign Reporting - The Washington Post
LIVE DISCUSSIONS
Analyzing the 2012 Pulitzer Prize winners (and losers)
Pulitzer expert Roy Harris will be here to discuss the Pulitzer winners, their work, if anyone got shafted and more.
(, 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)
Got Plans? The Going Out Gurus and spa and travel writer McLean Robbins discussed Spa Week, nightlife, fashion and travel.
Got Plans? Discuss great ideas for local entertainment, dates and family fun.
(, vForum)
2011 Pulitzer Prize winners discussion with Roy Harris
Pulitzer Prize expert Roy Harris will discuss the winners of the 2010 Pulitzer Prizes.
(, vForum)
Tracee Hamilton Live: Nats, Caps, Wiz, Skins and whatever else you want to talk about.
Tracee Hamilton goes weekly with her chat about sports, life and everything else.
(, vForum)
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TECHNOLOGY
Why is Google doing a stock split?
This year's Founders' Letter from Larry Page and Sergey Brin focuses on defending the move.
( by Chris Ziegler | The Verge , theverge.com)
Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 coming April 22
Samsung extends Android tablet lineup.
( by Sean Ludwig | VentureBeat.com , VentureBeat.com)
Facebook expands user access to downloadable data
Facebook will now let users download more data, but some say it's not enough.
( by Hayley Tsukayama , The Washington Post)
Google reports revenue increase, plans for stock split
Google reported earnings are up, and plans for an unorthodox stock split.
( by Hayley Tsukayama , The Washington Post)
Nokia's Lumia 610 is the first NFC Windows Phone
The phone will include support for NFC payments from Visa and MasterCard.
( by Devindra Hardawar | VentureBeat.com , VentureBeat.com)
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EDITORIAL
Pasty lessons for Mitt
Republicans can learn from David Cameron.
(, The Washington Post)
Free-lunch egalitarianism
The Buffett Rule is an exercise in misdirection.
(, The Washington Post)
Make mental health a priority
It deserves insurance parity with physical health.
( by Pete Domenici and Gordon H. Smith , The Washington Post)
What really happened to Trayvon?
Out of the court of public opinion and into a court of law.
(, The Washington Post)
Counternarcotics fatigue
Latin America's new strategy in the drug war.
( by Mary Speck , The Washington Post)
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BUSINESS
Why is Google doing a stock split?
This year's Founders' Letter from Larry Page and Sergey Brin focuses on defending the move.
( by Chris Ziegler | The Verge , theverge.com)
CFPB's credit card proposal raises eyebrows
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau on Thursday proposed reversing a ban on exorbitant credit card sign-up fees, frustrating consumer groups and raising questions about the scope of the agency's authority.
( by Ylan Q. Mui , The Washington Post)
As more in U.S. use only cellphones, landline rules frustrate telecoms
Companies want to be freed from the obligation of providing low-cost fixed-line phone service to homes.
( by Cecilia Kang , The Washington Post)
States' tax revenue up 8.9 percent
Budgetary pressures that caused political battles ease as 50 states report higher fiscal year income.
( by Michael A. Fletcher , The Washington Post)
IMF chief calls for U.S. mortgage relief
Christine Lagarde calls on U.S. to reduce households' mortgage debt to help revive world economy.
( by Howard Schneider , The Washington Post)
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