Monday Morning Headlines (Mon, Jun 4, 2012)

If you have difficulty viewing this newsletter, click here to view as a Web page. Click here to view in plain text. Monday, June 4, 2012 TODAY'S HIGHLIGHTS Search engine reveals risks to machines PART TWO | A new search engine called Shodan finds industrial control systems connected to cyberspace and unsettles the balance of security online. (By Robert O'Harrow Jr.) Houla massacre marks new low in Syria Women and children were shot at close range. Some had their throats slit, others had their eyes gouged out. (By Liz Sly and Joby Warrick) For global economy, a looming enemy: Deadlock among political leaders Amid a bad jobs report in the U.S., a slowdown in Asia and the debt crisis in Europe, it's unclear if officials will be able to forge the necessary consensuses on how to bolster the world economy. (By Zachary A. Goldfarb) Trials of tenure: A case from Virginia Violet Nichols, a Fairfax County teacher, says a principal unfairly targeted her for dismissal. (By Emma Brown) In coal country, no satisfying candidate Fayette County in Pennsylvania offers a look at the mood of voters in a political and economic battleground: a rural industrial region in the post-industrial age. (By Joel Achenbach) NATION Removing an ugly invader from Potomac watershed A tournament in Charles County pulled more than a half-ton of snakeheads from the Potomac and its tributaries — and put some of them on the plate. ( by Darryl Fears , The Washington Post) Canada's environmental overhaul Canada's government is overhauling its environmental rules to aid oil and gas development. ( by Juliet Eilperin , The Washington Post) More National: Breaking National News & Headlines - Washington Post LOCAL Trials of tenure: A case from Virginia Violet Nichols, a Fairfax County teacher, says a principal unfairly targeted her for dismissal. ( by Emma Brown , The Washington Post) 11 tornadoes confirmed in Md., Va. Eleven tornadoes were confirmed in Maryland and Virginia, the Weather Service said. ( by Martin Weil , The Washington Post) How a rural school will do the 'flip' An Illinois school district tries the classroom "flip." (, The Washington Post) Exploring the flip side of classroom learning Here's what happens when a teacher decided to turn her classroom upside down — meaning that kids learn lessons at home and do their homework in school. ( by Valerie Strauss , The Washington Post) KEEN acquaints special-needs children with special adults The program is celebrating two decades of providing a community for children with disabilities. ( by Ann E. Marimow , The Washington Post) More Post Local: Washington, DC Area News, Traffic, Weather, Sports & More - The Washington Post POLITICS When party line is risky, candidates go personal The missing fingers on Sen. Jon Tester's left hand evoke something indelible about his life story. For Tester, and many political candidates, often the most personal anecdote is the most powerful asset. ( by Ned Martel , The Washington Post) In coal country, no satisfying candidate Fayette County in Pennsylvania offers a look at the mood of voters in a political and economic battleground: a rural industrial region in the post-industrial age. ( by Joel Achenbach in UNIONTOWN, PA , The Washington Post) For think tanks, new leadership Wave of retirements comes as groups face fewer financial resources, increased competition and a changing world. ( by Allen McDuffee , The Washington Post) (Among internet users) Do you ever access the Internet wirelessly using 'Wi-Fi' on a laptop, tablet or smartphone? ( by  , The Washington Post) (Among internet users) How much do you ever worry that someone will access your bank or credit card account? ( by  , The Washington Post) More Post Politics: Breaking Politics News, Political Analysis & More - The Washington Post STYLE Bridesmaid dilemmas What to do if you hate the groom, don't get a plus-one or are "too fat"? A roundup of Carolyn's best advice for those in the wedding party. ( by Carolyn Hax , The Washington Post) Listen to gut instinct about parenthood Carolyn Hax's advice: Couple should listen to the reasons friends waited to have kids but draw their own conclusions. (, The Washington Post) If you go: Brookside Gardens Get inspired to start your own butterfly garden by visiting the one at Brookside Gardens in Wheaton ( , The Washington Post) Kings return home, two wins from history Los Angeles is back home on the West Coast, and the Stanley Cup has never been closer to going Hollywood. ( Associated Press , The Washington Post) Feel the freeze? Must be summer. When it heats up in D.C., office buildings cool off in a hurry, prompting women to bring sweaters and turn on space heaters. ( by Monica Hesse , The Washington Post) More Style: Culture, Arts, Ideas & More - The Washington Post BUSINESS For global economy, a looming enemy: Deadlock among political leaders Amid a bad jobs report in the U.S., a slowdown in Asia and the debt crisis in Europe, it's unclear if officials will be able to forge the necessary consensuses on how to bolster the world economy. ( by Zachary A. Goldfarb , The Washington Post) Federal contract awards: Week of June 4 (, The Washington Post) Deltek: What to do before CCR shuts down As the government combines 10 databases into one, contractors should watch closely to ensure they don't miss a beat. ( by Sean Tucker , The Washington Post) Michigan firm in Roumell's cross hairs Take an ignored, old, family-owned company. Buy enough stock to gain control. Sell the money-losers. Keep the profitable parts. Make a fortune. (, The Washington Post) Excellence in Nonprofit Management awards (, The Washington Post) More Business News, Financial News, Business Headlines & Analysis - The Washington Post SPORTS TV and radio listings: June 4 (, The Washington Post) Celtics best Heat in overtime Rajon Rondo scores the final three points of overtime as Boston evens the series at two games apiece. ( by Michael Lee , The Washington Post) Terps go 2-4 at rugby championship Maryland notched two wins in the loser's bracket of the collegiate rugby national championship. ( by Dave Sheinin , The Washington Post) Mystics can't handle Charles, Sun Tina Charles has 30 points, nine rebounds and four assists as Connecticut holds off Washington. ( Associated press , The Washington Post) Raising up a fallen teammate MORE THAN A GAME | After Springbrook alum Damon Brooks was paralyzed in a fall, the school's basketball community has rallied around him. (, The Washington Post) More Sports: Sports News, Scores, Analysis, Schedules & More - The Washington Post WORLD Houla massacre marks new low in Syria Women and children were shot at close range. Some had their throats slit, others had their eyes gouged out. ( by Liz Sly and Joby Warrick , The Washington Post) Adolfo Calero, Nicaraguan contra leader, dies Adolfo Calero, who led the largest force of U.S.-backed rebels against Nicaragua's Sandinista government in the 1980s and found himself entangled in the Iran-Contra scandal, died June 2. ( by Octavio Enriquez , The Washington Post) Presidential hopeful and former PM attacks Brotherhood's candidate On Sunday, Ahmed Shafiq openly attacked his presidential rival, Mohamed Morsi, and the secretive Islamist organization that was forced to work in the shadows under Mubarak. ( by Leila Fadel , The Washington Post) In Britain, a queen has her day Queen Elizabeth II marked her 60th year on the throne with a dazzling flotilla of 1,000 ships down the Thames. ( by Anthony Faiola , The Washington Post) India's anti-corruption crusaders try to breathe new life into campaign Protesters seek return of billions illegally stashed abroad by government officials. ( by Rama Lakshmi , The Washington Post) More World: World News, International News, Foreign Reporting - The Washington Post EDITORIAL Hurtful use of the 'R' word (, The Washington Post) Crucial Law of the Sea treaty ignored (, The Washington Post) The geometry of a baseball 'kite' (, The Washington Post) Getting geometry straight (, The Washington Post) Virginia's long history with wine (, The Washington Post) More Opinions: Washington Post Opinion, Editorial, Op Ed, Politics Editorials - The Washington Post LIVE DISCUSSIONS 2012 Post Hunt: The aftermath (, vForum) More Conversations: Discussions, Blogs, Debates, Live Q&A's and More - The Washington Post Get The Washington Post, your way. Want to stay on top of the latest news, features, commentary and more? 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