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NATION
GOP plan for foreign policy and defense platform is predictable
The main points of the Republican draft included criticism of President Obama for engaging with Iran, allowing leaks of classified information and supporting the sequestration of defense funding.
(, The Washington Post)
Antibiotic use in young children may raise risk of obesity
The use of antibiotics in infants might lead to a higher risk of obesity, and two new studies, one on mice and one on humans, conclude that changes of the intestinal bacteria caused by antibiotics could be responsible.
( by Hristio Boytchev , The Washington Post)
'Superbug' stalked NIH hospital last year, killing six
An outbreak of antibiotic-resistant bacteria killed six despite extreme measures taken to stop its spread.
( by Brian Vastag , The Washington Post)
Book on bin Laden raid a surprise
A U.S. commando involved in the mission that killed the al-Qaeda leader has written an inside account, according to the publisher. Pentagon and CIA officials said they have not reviewed it.
( by Greg Miller , The Washington Post)
Tropical Storm Isaac heads toward Guantanamo Bay
Warnings of heavy winds and rain force the postponement of hearings for the Sept. 11 suspects.
( by Julie Tate , The Washington Post)
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LOCAL
Washington National Cathedral gets $5M donation for earthquake repairs
One year after the quake, repair funding still falls short despite a large gift from the Lilly Endowment.
( by Michael E. Ruane , The Washington Post)
Teachers see more hungry students
A survey finds three out of five Md. public school teachers have kids in class that come to school hungry.
( by Ovetta Wiggins , The Washington Post)
D.C. wellness calendar, Aug. 16-23
Health and fitness events and meetings in the coming week.
(, The Washington Post)
D.C. community calendar, Aug. 23 to 30, 2012
Concerts, theater, National Park Service tours and other events in the city.
(, The Washington Post)
Too young to vote, but a GOP convention delegate
A high school senior from Northern Virginia will be the youngest delegate at the Republican National Convention.
( by Laura Vozzella , The Washington Post)
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POLITICS
Text 'GIVE' to Obama (62262)
Grass-roots fundraising program will allow supporters to send $50 or less to the president's campaign.
( by Dan Eggen , The Washington Post)
Romney to outline new energy agenda
Mitt Romney says his plan would achieve North American energy independence by 2020 in part by allowing more offshore oil drilling.
( by Philip Rucker and Juliet Eilperin , The Washington Post)
Gay man sues Library of Congress
A former auditor in the Library of Congress's inspector general's office claims in a federal lawsuit that his boss, a fundamentalist Christian, created a hostile work environment and worked to have him fired after he was outed by a Facebook "like."
( by Lisa Rein , The Washington Post)
Defiant Todd Akin tests power of Republican hierarchy
His refusal to quit the Senate race in Missouri is another example of the deterioration of party authority.
( by Paul Kane and Ed O'Keefe , The Washington Post)
Akin's agenda wins loyalty of Christian groups
If Todd Akin has carved out only a small legacy on Capitol Hill, he has made loyal allies among conservative legislators and Christian groups. Now — after Akin has been rejected by most of the GOP establishment — these are the friends he has left.
( by Stephanie McCrummen and David A. Fahrenthold in TOWN AND COUNTRY, Mo. , The Washington Post)
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STYLE
How much in love do you need to be?
Maybe it's time to leave the saying "Marry someone you can't live without" to the romance novels.
(, The Washington Post)
Political war of attribution
Both the Obama and Romney campaigns cite the mainstream media to lend credibility to their ads and appeals to voters.
( by Paul Farhi , The Washington Post)
Ex-Costa Rica leader disillusioned in years since peace deal
For former Costa Rican president Oscar Arias Sanchez, the late 1980s seemed the dawn of an era peace and democracy in Central America. But 25 years later, he looks at the violence-plagued region with lament.
( by Manuel Roig-Franzia , The Washington Post)
Storage unit auctions let people bid on junk with the hope of finding treasure
When people fall far enough behind on rent for self-storage units, the contents are auctioned off — sight mostly unseen. The value is not usually much, but there's always hope for a windfall.
( by Dan Zak , The Washington Post)
New law: The bunny can stay
Connecticut town plans to change its rule about rabbits, which will allow girl to keep her pet.
(, The Washington Post)
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BUSINESS
Texas judge rules in favor of TransCanada in eminent domain case
The ruling rejecting farmowners' claims removes one more potential obstacle for Keystone XL pipeline.
( by Steven Mufson , The Washington Post)
CBO: Recession at bottom of 'cliff'
The U.S. economy is hurtling toward a recession if Congress fails to avert a series of tax hikes and budget cuts due in January, the Congressional Budget Office said Wednesday, warning that a fiscal impasse would have consequences even more dire than previously forecast.
( by Steven Mufson and Lori Montgomery , The Washington Post)
Health-care company buys McLean-based Sunrise Senior Living
Sunrise Senior Living of McLean has agreed to be acquired by Health Care REIT, an Ohio-based health care property owner, in an all-cash deal worth $845 million.
( by Thomas Heath , The Washington Post)
SEC adopts rules on African 'conflict' minerals
The measure is aimed at addressing brutality in Congo, where militias have benefited from the trade of minerals — gold, tin, tungsten and tantalum.
( by Brady Dennis , The Washington Post)
FTC gives nod to Facebook-Instagram deal
The Federal Trade Commission has okayed Facebook's Instagram buy.
( by Hayley Tsukayama , The Washington Post)
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SPORTS
Beltre's three HRs lift Rangers
Texas's Adrian Beltre has a big night as Baltimore suffers through its ugliest inning of the season.
( by Dan Connolly , The Washington Post)
OPINION | What a difference a year makes
OPINION | One year removed from having their park invaded by Phillies fans, the Nationals are in position to win the NL East.
(, The Washington Post)
Nationals fail to pull off sweep of Braves
Ross Detwiler makes the start, but the Nats strand six base runners over the final four innings and allow Atlanta to escape with a victory in the series finale to gain a game in the NL East race.
( by Adam Kilgore , The Washington Post)
TV and radio listings: August 23
(, The Washington Post)
Navy has hole to fill on defense
The outside linebacker position is of particular concern at Navy, where sophomore Chris Johnson is out with a knee injury ahead of the Sept. 1 season opener against Notre Dame.
( by Gene Wang , The Washington Post)
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TECHNOLOGY
FTC gives nod to Facebook-Instagram deal
The Federal Trade Commission has okayed Facebook's Instagram buy.
( by Hayley Tsukayama , The Washington Post)
Another sign that iPhone 5 is due on Sept. 21
That coincides with a report from last week that AT&T was preparing for the new iPhone launch by doing the same.
( by VentureBeat.com , VentureBeat.com)
YouTube launches 'elections hub'
It will feature coverage of conventions, debates and Google+ Hangouts with power brokers behind the scenes.
( by VentureBeat.com , VentureBeat.com)
Apple, Samsung have their final say
The jury will begin deliberations Wednesday after hearing Apple, Samsung's final pitches Tuesday.
( by Hayley Tsukayama , The Washington Post)
T-Mobile, MetroPCS offer unlimited data plans
T-Mobile and MetroPCS are offering cheaper unlimited data plans
( by Hayley Tsukayama , The Washington Post)
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WORLD
GOP plan for foreign policy and defense platform is predictable
The main points of the Republican draft included criticism of President Obama for engaging with Iran, allowing leaks of classified information and supporting the sequestration of defense funding.
(, The Washington Post)
Satisfying India's thirst for power could be nation's biggest challenge
India will need staggering levels of investment, and a fundamental change in the way its government works, if it is to keep pace with its rapidly growing demand for power.
( by Simon Denyer and Rama Lakshmi , The Washington Post)
Harry G. Barnes Jr., 86, helped end military rule in Chile
As U.S. ambassador to Chile, the career diplomat served an important role in making dictator Augusto Pinochet step down from power.
( by Pamela Constable , The Washington Post)
Book on bin Laden raid a surprise
A U.S. commando involved in the mission that killed the al-Qaeda leader has written an inside account, according to the publisher. Pentagon and CIA officials said they have not reviewed it.
( by Greg Miller , The Washington Post)
South African mining unrest spreads
Platinum and gold prices surge as investors brace for supply disruptions after police killed 34 miners at South African mine.
( by Helen Thomas and Andrew England , The Washington Post)
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EDITORIAL
Battle in Massachusetts
Elizabeth Warren vs. Mr. Personality
(, The Washington Post)
Any exceptions?
A bit of cowardice from both sides on abortion.
(, The Washington Post)
Reforming outmoded government
Debt means federal agencies must adapt.
( by Michèle A. Flournoy , The Washington Post)
Our bloated Uncle Sam
Paternalistic anti-obesity laws don't work.
(, The Washington Post)
Ryan's 'legitimate' problem
He can't escape Todd Akin's words.
(, The Washington Post)
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LIVE DISCUSSIONS
The Web Hostess: What you're missing (or not) on the internet
Web Hostess Monica Hesse sifts the Internet so you don't have to, searching for meaning, manners and the next great meme.
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Free Range on Food
Have cooking questions? We have answers. Ask us now.
(, vForum)
Free Range on Food: Cooking on vacation, simple fruit desserts and more
Have cooking questions? We have answers. Ask us now.
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Navigating short sales
Brian Gormley, founder of Cornerstone Properties, answers your questions about short sales in the Washington area.
(, vForum)
Ask Tom: Rants, raves and questions on the DC dining scene
Washington Post food critic Tom Sietsema entertains your dining questions, rants and raves.
(, vForum)
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