Where the South begins: Region’s cultural fault line has a political edge
Along Virginia’s Route 15, the intensity of the election season makes for tricky relationships.
( by Joel Achenbach in Gordonsville, Va. , The Washington Post)
At U.N., no fix for Syrian crisis
Days of high-level talks fail to find plan to stem violence.
( by Colum Lynch , The Washington Post)
Spy chief defends Obama administration
In a statement, Director of National Intelligence James R. Clapper Jr. weighs in on the deadly assault on the U.S. mission in Libya.
( by Greg Miller , The Washington Post)
DNA evidence exonerates La. inmate
Damon Thibodeaux becomes the 18th death-row inmate saved from execution by DNA evidence.
( by Douglas A. Blackmon in NEW ORLEANS , The Washington Post)
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LOCAL
3 sentenced in NW gold-coin heist
In October 2011, more than $10,000 in coins was taken and a man hurt.
( by Martin Weil , The Washington Post)
Two Pr. George’s school officials lose jobs after internal investigation
Dismissals were tied to unauthorized use of funds for a six-figure check to an ex-employee, officials said.
( by Ovetta Wiggins , The Washington Post)
Pioneering collector of African music retires from Voice of America
Leo Sarkisian, 91, retires after a legendary career spent collecting African music for Voice of America.
( by Tara Bahrampour , The Washington Post)
Police arrest suspect in eatery robbery
Police say a gunman who tried to hold up a Pret a Manger in Northwest Washington has worked there.
( by Peter Hermann , The Washington Post)
Reston Zoo director guilty of drowning wallaby
Meghan Mogensen sentenced to 30 days in jail. Her lawyer says she will appeal.
( by Justin Jouvenal , The Washington Post)
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POLITICS
D.C. finance officials estimate $140 million operating surplus
Officials say the surplus comes from an estate tax “windfall,” increases in income tax withholding, and revenue from speeding and red-light cameras.
( by Mike DeBonis , The Washington Post)
Romney: Military action against Iran probably won’t be required
Romney stopped short of endorsing Netanyahu’s U.N. comments.
( by Philip Rucker , The Washington Post)
Obama, Romney place dueling calls to Netanyahu, edging Israel into election
The presidential nominees pledge to prevent Iran from acquiring a nuclear weapon.
( by Scott Wilson and Philip Rucker , The Washington Post)
Romney eyes Pennsylvania
Candidate visits military school, aims to narrow Obama’s lead in the state.
( by Philip Rucker , The Washington Post)
Dream Act is X factor on Md. ballot
No clear answers on how many illegal immigrants might attend Maryland colleges, or how much it would cost.
( by Aaron C. Davis , The Washington Post)
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STYLE
In search of parenting tips
New moms struggle with the challenges of full-time caregiving and making a new set of friends.
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On Love: ‘He captured my heart’
Instead of dating, Yolanda Anderson and Daryl Brunson chose formal (and chaste) courting.
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Fox News airs suicide footage live
A driver chased by police emerged from his car and fatally shot himself as a news helicopter filmed the scene.
( by Paul Farhi , The Washington Post)
Kennedy Center president apologizes for language
Michael Kaiser sends letter to Felix Sanchez about tense discussion over the lack of Latino artists receiving Kennedy Center Honors.
( by David Montgomery , The Washington Post)
Gospel brunch becomes a Sunday staple in D.C.
Big crowds fill the Hamilton and Howard Theatre each weekend as the genre rises in national popularity.
( by Chris Richards , The Washington Post)
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BUSINESS
Post restructuring Kaplan division
Kaplan higher-education division will close nine campuses and consolidate four others into existing nearby locations, The Post says.
( by Steven Mufson , The Washington Post)
HUD chief: Hands off homeowners’ tax break
Curtailing mortgage-interest deduction poses risk to housing market, Shaun Donovan says.
( by Brady Dennis , The Washington Post)
China’s currency rising against the dollar
The value of China’s yuan closed Friday near a record high against the dollar, approaching what some analysts consider a fair market price and potentially easing concerns that the country’s currency policy is damaging the U.S. economy.
( by Howard Schneider , The Washington Post)
Romney attacked on Chinese investments
The Obama campaign says it is inappropriate for a presidential nominee to be investing so much money there.
( by Philip Rucker and Jia Lynn Yang , The Washington Post)
BofA to Pay $2.43 Billion to End Shareholder Suit Over Merrill
Bank of America Corp. agreed to a $2.43 billion settlement with investors who suffered losses during its acquisition of Merrill Lynch & Co., resolving one of the biggest legal battles to stem from the takeover.
( by Zachary Tracer and Bradley Keoun Bloomberg News , Bloomberg)
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SPORTS
TV and radio listings: Sept. 29
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Madison edges Langley
The Warhawks’ defense forced a last-gasp field goal attempt by the Saxons that went wide and pulled out the 24-21 win.
( by Brandon Parker , The Washington Post)
Top rushers, passers
Top rushing, passing and receiving performances for Friday, Sept. 28.
(, The Washington Post)
Stonewall upends No. 13 Battlefield
The Raiders improve to 5-0 on Greg Stroman’s late five-yard touchdown pass to Dezmon Hopkins.
( by Preston Williams , The Washington Post)
H.D. Woodson earns first win
Senior cornerback Darwyn Kelly Jr. has two interception returns for touchdowns as Warriors ride defense past Wilson.
( by Steve Yanda , The Washington Post)
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TECHNOLOGY
Why Gifts is good medicine for Facebook’s financial future
More than ever before, the company is going to be able to prove to investors that it has the power to move a physical product on shelves.
( by Jolie O'Dell | VentureBeat.com , VentureBeat.com)
Apple’s Tim Cook apologizes for Maps
In a letter on the company’s Web site, CEO says he’s ‘extremely sorry.’
( by Hayley Tsukayama , The Washington Post)
Facebook unveils Gifts service
The social network jumps into the merchandise space with new feature.
( by Hayley Tsukayama , The Washington Post)
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WORLD
In Niger, flooding adds to humanitarian woes
‘A perfect storm of vulnerability’ develops in the unstable region.
( by Sudarsan Raghavan , The Washington Post)
Japan’s tech giants lose ground
Once-dominant Japanese firms fail to adapt and innovate like nimble foreign rivals Apple and Samsung.
( by Chico Harlan , The Washington Post)
At U.N., no fix for Syrian crisis
Days of high-level talks fail to find plan to stem violence.
( by Colum Lynch , The Washington Post)
Spy chief defends Obama administration
In a statement, Director of National Intelligence James R. Clapper Jr. weighs in on the deadly assault on the U.S. mission in Libya.
( by Greg Miller , The Washington Post)
Bo Xilai ousted from Communist Party
Once-powerful official, accused of multiple crimes, purged from ranks in advance of leadership transition.
( by William Wan , The Washington Post)
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EDITORIAL
In China, no rule of law
The Communist Party remains above the legal system.
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Ethical shenanigans in Loudoun
Eugene Delgaudio continues to embarrass his county.
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In D.C., corruption confusion
Ballot on ethically challenged politicians muddies the waters.
(, The Washington Post)
Uncertainty in China
The rest of the world waits for stability.
( by Elizabeth Economy , The Washington Post)
Hatred lives
Racism could sway the election.
(, The Washington Post)
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LIVE DISCUSSIONS
Free Range on Food: Apples, poaching eggs and more
Have cooking questions? We have answers. Ask us now.
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Carolyn Hax Live: Advice columnist tackles your problems (Friday, September 28)
Advice Columnist Carolyn Hax took your questions and tackled your problems.
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The Latest in TV with Lisa de Moraes
Post TV columnist Lisa de Moraes discussed all the latest in TV news - on and off the screen.
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Real Wheels Live
Live online discussion with Real Wheels columnist Warren Brown about car-buying and the auto industry.
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Real Wheels Live
Live online discussion with Real Wheels columnist Warren Brown about car-buying and the auto industry.
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