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National GOP pressures Todd Akin to drop Sen. bid after rape comments
Republicans rushed to distance themselves from Rep. Todd Akin's rape comments on Monday, with several calling on the House member to resign from the Senate race in Missouri.
(By Paul Kane and Nia-Malika Henderson)
Afghans to spy on own troops to stop 'insider' attacks
The expanded counterintelligence effort is aimed at addressing U.S. criticism that Afghans aren't doing enough.
(By Kevin Sieff)
Sally Jenkins: A breakthrough for women?
OPINION | Condoleezza Rice and Darla Moore are accomplished enough, and didn't need Augusta National to admit them as its first female members as affirmation.
(By Sally Jenkins)
DOJ upholds Va. voter ID law, McDonnell says
Action clears the way for measure to take effect for Election Day.
(By Laura Vozzella)
Nats outlast Braves in 13 innings
Danny Espinosa scores on an infield single in the bottom of the 13th as Washington wins the opener of the season's most important series to date.
(By James Wagner)
NATION
Of Note
Veronique Peck, widow of Gregory Peck; Scott McKenzie, singer; Frank Godden, pioneering developer; Ben Isaacs, Pullman porter; Svetozar Gligoric, chess grandmaster.
(, The Washington Post)
Syrian rebels criticize U.S. on aid
Opposition groups dispute the Obama administration's assertions that it has provided about 900 satellite phones and other pieces of equipment to Syrian activists.
( by Greg Miller , The Washington Post)
Familiar theme to Netanyahu's call to arms
One reason for Benjamin Netanyahu's drum-beating against Iran is that he has serious budget problems — which could include cuts to defense.
(, The Washington Post)
Romney Joins Republicans Criticizing 'Legitimate Rape' Remark
Presidential candidate Mitt Romney and the chairman of the Republican platform committee worked to distance their party from a Missouri Senate candidate's remark that "legitimate rape" rarely leads to pregnancy.
( by Kathleen Hunter and Lisa Lerer Bloomberg News , Bloomberg)
Obama issues Syria a 'red line' warning
The president warned that any attempt by Syria to move or use its chemical weapons stockpile would cross a "red line" for the administration and change the U.S. "calculus."
( by James Ball , The Washington Post)
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LOCAL
Rash of burglaries hits Takoma Park
In the past two weeks, police said, six houses have been burglarized while nobody was home, possibly by the same two men.
( by Martin Weil , The Washington Post)
Human remains found in Va.
Skeletal remains were found Monday near Interstate 395 in Alexandria, the Virginia State Police said.
( by Martin Weil , The Washington Post)
Pr. George's officer killed in crash
A Prince George's County police officer was killed and another injured after they lost control of their cruiser after investigating an attempted car break-in.
( by Matt Zapotosky , The Washington Post)
A father's fury over the death of his 'angel'
After his son's death from Angelman's Syndrome, Mike Ross did everything he could to fight the rare genetic disorder.
(, The Washington Post)
Vote to curtail corporations' clout in D.C. may yet make November ballot
Activists seeking a November vote to ban corporate donations in D.C. filed suit challenging a ruling that they did not have enough signatures.
( by Tim Craig , The Washington Post)
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POLITICS
(AMONG INDEPENDENTS) What's more important - Democrats stick with positions, even if it means a lack of cooperation with Republicans; or cooperate across party lines, even if it means compromising?
( by , The Washington Post)
(AMONG INDEPENDENTS) What's more important - Republicans stick with positions, even if it means a lack of cooperation with Democrats; or cooperate across party lines, even if it means compromising?
( by , The Washington Post)
(AMONG INDEPENDENTS) Overall, which party, the Democratic or the Republican, does a better job representing your views on foreign policy
( by , The Washington Post)
(AMONG INDEPENDENTS) Overall, which party, the Democratic or the Republican, does a better job representing your views on social issues, such as abortion and gay marriage
( by , The Washington Post)
(AMONG INDEPENDENTS) Overall, which party, the Democratic or the Republican, does a better job representing your views on taxes
( by , The Washington Post)
More Post Politics: Breaking Politics News, Political Analysis & More - The Washington Post
STYLE
Take him as-is or leave him?
Time and again, I've both witnessed and experienced the liberating effects of giving up on the outcome you want so badly.
(, The Washington Post)
Wrongly convicted Va. man goes free
It has been 12 years since Michael Wayne Hash was wrongly convicted of murdering a neighbor.
( by Susan Svrluga in CULPEPER, Va. , The Washington Post)
'Chapter V' by Trey Songz
With his latest album, Songz is back with his signature blend of soft-core imagery and sweet nothings.
( by Sarah Godfrey , The Washington Post)
Young chef's lucky lunch at White House
Ilianna Gonzales-Evans knew she was headed to a White House lunch for winners of the Healthy Lunchtime Challenge recipe contest. But her extra surprise was who she got to sit next to: first lady Michelle Obama.
(, The Washington Post)
Kids become students of the stars
Goddard Space Flight Center offers monthly programs for middle-schoolers on science and engineering.
(, The Washington Post)
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BUSINESS
Report: Regulations burdens rising
The economic burden of federal regulation in the U.S. has risen dramatically over the past 20 years, particularly harming the nation's manufacturers, according to a report by an industry group.
( by Peter Whoriskey , The Washington Post)
Aetna to buy Coventry
Aetna announced Monday plans to acquire Bethesda-based Coventry Health Care in a deal valued at $5.7 billion as part of efforts to beef up its Medicare and Medicaid programs.
( by Abha Bhattarai Capital Business Staff Writer , The Washington Post)
A fiscal warning for Germany
European leaders resume their crisis negotiations amid signs the region's slowdown is beginning to weigh on the euro zone's largest economy.
( by Howard Schneider , The Washington Post)
The best case against Obama's economic policy
It's not whether the Obama administration's policies regarding the housing crisis proved insufficient — they did. The question is what would have been better.
(, The Washington Post)
Augusta National Adds Rice, Moore as First Female Members
Augusta National Golf Club admitted former U.S. Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice and Darla Moore, a partner at private investment firm Rainwater Inc., as its first female members.
( by Michael Buteau Bloomberg News , Bloomberg)
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SPORTS
TV and radio listings: August 21
(, The Washington Post)
Nats outlast Braves in 13 innings
Danny Espinosa scores on an infield single in the bottom of the 13th as Washington wins the opener of the season's most important series to date.
( by James Wagner , The Washington Post)
Rangers top Gonzalez, Orioles
Hot-hitting Texas cools off Baltimore rookie Miguel Gonzalez, as the Orioles lose the series opener.
( by Dan Connolly , The Washington Post)
Nats hitters showing all the right moves
After years of ineffective plate philosophy, Washington is becoming a better offensive team with the help of Johnson and Eckstein.
(, The Washington Post)
Braves try to keep up with the Nats
The up and coming Washington Nationals have done well following the model of the Atlanta Braves, who face the likelihood of many changes in the offseason.
( by Rick Maese , The Washington Post)
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TECHNOLOGY
Apple, Samsung set to wrap up cases
Apple and Samsung are on track to present closing arguments Tuesday.
( by Hayley Tsukayama , The Washington Post)
Apple's surprising response to spoofing flaw
Apple said it takes security very seriously, but it directs users to use Apple's own service iMessage.
( by VentureBeat.com , VentureBeat.com)
Google's Motorola files new patent lawsuit against Apple
The suit includes a request for a ban on imports of the iPhone, iPad and Mac computers.
( by Hayley Tsukayama , The Washington Post)
More Technology News - The Washington Post
WORLD
Syrian rebels criticize U.S. on aid
Opposition groups dispute the Obama administration's assertions that it has provided about 900 satellite phones and other pieces of equipment to Syrian activists.
( by Greg Miller , The Washington Post)
Afghans to spy on own troops to stop 'insider' attacks
The expanded counterintelligence effort is aimed at addressing U.S. criticism that Afghans aren't doing enough.
( by Kevin Sieff , The Washington Post)
Familiar theme to Netanyahu's call to arms
One reason for Benjamin Netanyahu's drum-beating against Iran is that he has serious budget problems — which could include cuts to defense.
(, The Washington Post)
Obama issues Syria a 'red line' warning
The president warned that any attempt by Syria to move or use its chemical weapons stockpile would cross a "red line" for the administration and change the U.S. "calculus."
( by James Ball , The Washington Post)
Obama concerned by Afghan attacks
President Obama expresses "deep concern" about a rising number of attacks on U.S. and coalition troops by Afghan security forces.
( by William Branigin , The Washington Post)
More World: World News, International News, Foreign Reporting - The Washington Post
EDITORIAL
Michael Gerson: Republicans Trumped
His pop-culture sizzle is not worth the price.
(, The Washington Post)
Calling out hate
After shooting at Family Research Council, a demonization of LGBT groups.
( by Chad Griffin , The Washington Post)
What Romney won't tout
His tax plan would affect carried-interest tax break.
(, The Washington Post)
Punting on the trail
Romney and Ryan deftly avoid details.
(, The Washington Post)
Rape means rape
The code behind Todd Akin's repugnant comments.
(, The Washington Post)
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Talk about Travel
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Talk about Travel
The Post's travel writers and editors discuss your travel stories, questions, gripes and more.
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The Latest in TV with Lisa de Moraes
Post TV columnist Lisa de Moraes will discuss all the latest in TV news - on and off the screen.
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The best of 'Dear Prudence'
This week readers discussed the best, worst, or weirdest 'Dear Prudence' advice and submissions.
(, vForum)
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