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Brennan nomination opens Obama to criticism on secret targeted killings
The administration's refusal to provide details is expected to be a source of significant friction.
( by Greg Miller and Karen DeYoung , The Washington Post)
For 62-year-old albatross, it's never too late for a family
Named Wisdom, the oldest known living wild bird produces healthy chick on an atoll in the Pacific Ocean.
( by Darryl Fears , The Washington Post)
U.S. steps up pressure on Europe to brand Hezbollah a terrorist group
Bulgarian government blames the Iran-backed group for a fatal attack on Israeli tourists last summer.
( by Anne Gearan , The Washington Post)
Federal agencies prepare for furloughs
President Obama looks to delay sequestration by urging Congress to approve a smaller package of cuts.
(, The Washington Post)
Pentagon expected to extend certain benefits to same-sex spouses
Decision, to be announced soon, follows increasingly vocal appeals from gay, lesbian service members.
( by Ernesto Londoño , The Washington Post)
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LOCAL
Wednesday in D.C.: 4 things to look for
Gun control in Md.; Chandra Levy hearing; alleged FRC shooter in court; Albrecht Muth's hunger strike.
( by Maggie Fazeli Fard , The Washington Post)
D.C. mayor pledges investment in affordable housing, other programs
Gray's $100 million commitment for 10,000 housing units won a standing ovation in his address Tuesday.
( by Mike DeBonis , The Washington Post)
Va. House passes transportation bill
McDonnell's transportation funding plan clears House, but with changes; Senate remains at impasse.
( by Fredrick Kunkle, Errin Haines and Laura Vozzella , The Washington Post)
Va. House speaker is expected to kill GOP Senate redistricting plan
Howell is likely to use a procedural vote to derail Senate proposal, say those familiar with his plan.
( by Laura Vozzella , The Washington Post)
D.C. Council aims for more aggressive action on environmental concerns
Council is set to more forcefully challenge federal authorities on environmental and climate issues.
( by Tim Craig , The Washington Post)
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POLITICS
D.C. mayor pledges investment in affordable housing, other programs
Gray's $100 million commitment for 10,000 housing units won a standing ovation in his address Tuesday.
( by Mike DeBonis , The Washington Post)
Va. House passes transportation bill
McDonnell's transportation funding plan clears House, but with changes; Senate remains at impasse.
( by Fredrick Kunkle, Errin Haines and Laura Vozzella , The Washington Post)
Va. House speaker is expected to kill GOP Senate redistricting plan
Howell is likely to use a procedural vote to derail Senate proposal, say those familiar with his plan.
( by Laura Vozzella , The Washington Post)
D.C. Council aims for more aggressive action on environmental concerns
Council is set to more forcefully challenge federal authorities on environmental and climate issues.
( by Tim Craig , The Washington Post)
Cantor road tests a new message, less focused on budgets
As Republicans try to find their way back, some leaders urge focusing more on everyday problems.
( by Karen Tumulty , The Washington Post)
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STYLE
Chat Leftovers: What kind of eggplant?
A question about this popular ingredient left one chatter wanting more.
( by Jane Touzalin , The Washington Post)
Washington's invisible 'broker king'
A financial power player behind the scenes in D.C. has found an outlet (and an alter ego) as a novelist.
( by Manuel Roig-Franzia , The Washington Post)
Living with a judgmental mom
A 20-something woman is bothered that her friendships are under scrutiny.
(, The Washington Post)
These people made history
Learning about Black History Month through five books.
(, The Washington Post)
Better bread starts with a sponge
The old-frontier starter offers sourdough benefits without the problems.
( by Marcy Goldman Special to The Washington Post , The Washington Post)
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BUSINESS
Washington Auto Show 2013: Schedule for Feb. 6
Here's what to check out at the auto show today.
( by Mohana Ravindranath , The Washington Post)
President Obama calls for short-term fix to avert automatic spending cuts
A CBO report, meanwhile, says deficits are falling below $1 trillion, the lowest level since 2008.
( by Lori Montgomery and Zachary A. Goldfarb , The Washington Post)
Five things to know about public WiFi
An FCC plan to broaden access to public WiFi networks around the nation generated a lot of discussion.
( by Cecilia Kang , The Washington Post)
Federal lawsuit accuses S&P of defrauding investors
The Justice Department says the ratings agency misled clients in the run-up to the financial crisis.
( by Jia Lynn Yang , The Washington Post)
IRS dealt setback in effort to regulate tax preparers
A judge ruled that the agency does not have the authority to require preparers to have IRS certification.
(, The Washington Post)
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SPORTS
Lake Braddock defeats T.C. Williams
Natalie Butler scores 29 points, grabs 24 rebounds and blocks seven shots as the Bruins complete a regular-season sweep of the Titans with an overtime win.
( by Preston Williams , The Washington Post)
Gonzaga pulls ahead in the WCAC
Kris Jenkins scores 28 points and doesn't miss a free throw as the top-ranked Eagles hold off No. 5 O'Connell, 66-57.
( by Brandon Parker , The Washington Post)
E. Roosevelt tops C.H. Flowers
Freshman Kaila Charles forces a crucial turnover as the Raiders earn a key 45-40 victory.
( by Roman Stubbs , The Washington Post)
Porter does it all <br> for Quince Orchard
Senior Charles Porter scores 15 of his 29 points in the third quarter as Quince Orchard beats Churchill.
( by Eric Detweiler , The Washington Post)
Slumping Capitals dropped by Toronto
The Capitals net power-play goals from Marcus Johansson and Mike Ribeiro but come up short.
( by Katie Carrera , The Washington Post)
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TECHNOLOGY
Instagram expands Web site
Instagram's service grows up a little, but its site is minimalist.
( by Hayley Tsukayama , The Washington Post)
Twitter said to mull stricter on-site security
Twitter may be considering adding an additional layer of security,
( by Hayley Tsukayama , The Washington Post)
Dell goes private in $24 billion buyout deal; Microsoft chips in $2 billion
Computer company founder Michael Dell announced the agreement with Silver Lake investment firm Tuesday.
( by Hayley Tsukayama , The Washington Post)
Anonymous claims to have 4,000 bank execs' information
Anonymous originally posted the file to the Alabama Criminal Justice Information Center's Web site.
( by Hayley Tsukayama , The Washington Post)
How social media is as important a live event as the live event itself
As soaring numbers for social media sharing are revealed, we realize how quickly things have changed.
( by Eliza Kern | GigaOM.com , gigaom.com)
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WORLD
Let it snow, please, for Sochi Olympics
This southern region is turning itself from southern resort into winter wonderland for 2014 Games.
( by Kathy Lally , The Washington Post)
Egypt's security forces unchanged despite promised reforms, activists say
The interior ministry and its black-clad riot police have become a sign of renewed repression.
( by Abigail Hauslohner , The Washington Post)
Brennan nomination opens Obama to criticism on secret targeted killings
The administration's refusal to provide details is expected to be a source of significant friction.
( by Greg Miller and Karen DeYoung , The Washington Post)
U.S. steps up pressure on Europe to brand Hezbollah a terrorist group
Bulgarian government blames the Iran-backed group for a fatal attack on Israeli tourists last summer.
( by Anne Gearan , The Washington Post)
Ahmadinejad becomes first Iranian leader to visit Egypt in three decades
Iran cut diplomatic ties with Egypt in 1980, but the nations have warmed since the Arab Spring.
( by Jason Rezaian and Abigail Hauslohner , The Washington Post)
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EDITORIAL
Grab the deficit chisel
Congress should take up the president's offer to 'chip away' at the deficit.
(, The Washington Post)
Responding to Hezbollah
After a bus attack, the E.U. cannot afford to be inactive.
(, The Washington Post)
The contraception compromise
An agreement made in good faith.
(, The Washington Post)
Silenced no more
Four Burmese women turn struggles into triumphs.
(, The Washington Post)
Jerry Brown's renaissance
California's governor helps stabilize the state his second time around.
(, The Washington Post)
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LIVE DISCUSSIONS
The Fix Live
The Fix's Chris Cillizza discusses the latest in political news.
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Carolyn Hax Live: Advice columnist tackles your problems (Friday, February 08)
Advice Columnist Carolyn Hax takes your questions and tackles your problems.
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Eugene Robinson Live
Eugene Robinson discussed his latest columns and political news.
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Free Range on Food: Baking bread, a 'bitter' Valentine's Day menu and more
Have cooking questions? We have answers. Ask us now.
(, vForum)
ComPost Live with Alexandra Petri
The Compost, written by Alexandra Petri, offers a lighter take on the news and political in(s)anity of the day.
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