Controversies show paradox of Obama’s style

Philip Rucker and Peter Wallsten

His sometimes-bold, sometimes-timid approach to executive clout was on display in recent controversies over IRS actions and the Justice Department’s surveillance of AP journalists.

IRS actions ‘inexcusable,’ White House aide says

Sean Sullivan

Dan Pfeiffer says whether any laws were broken in the targeting of conservatives is “irrelevant” to the fact that it was wrong.

Michael Barber's advice is neither warm nor fuzzy. (Guardian/Redux)

Tough love from the ‘deliverologist’

Howard Schneider

In a drive to reform the World Bank, its new president has enlisted a famed (and demanding) change expert.

Politicians who cross the NRA soon
feel the wrath of gun-rights group

Politicians who cross the NRA soon <br>feel the wrath of gun-rights group

Scott Higham and Sari Horwitz

Even conservative lawmakers who go against the NRA are labeled as traitors and face negative ads.

Winning ticket for $590 million Powerball jackpot sold in Florida

Winning ticket for $590 million Powerball jackpot sold in Florida

Associated Press

The lone winner bought the ticket at a Publix supermarket in Zephyrhills, a lottery official says.

Sibling spy intrigue puts spotlight on
S. Korea’s wary eye toward defectors

Sibling spy intrigue puts spotlight on <br> S. Korea’s wary eye toward defectors

Chico Harlan

Yoo Woo-sung thrived in Seoul until his sister told interrogators he was on a mission for the North.

Va. GOP leans right with nominees

Va. GOP leans right with nominees

Laura Vozzella

After election losses, state Republicans are largely resisting advice to move to the middle.

Cicadas inspire dread in bug-phobic

Cicadas inspire dread in bug-phobic

Darryl Fears

The giant orange eyes. The wicked buzz. Those with a fear of insects dread the coming swarm.

OPINIONS

My brother’s wrong on guns

My brother’s wrong on guns

Jeffrey Nugent

Why I disagree with Ted Nugent about background checks.

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The costly price of an NFL career

The costly price of an NFL career

Sally Jenkins, Rick Maese and Scott Clement

A Post survey of retired players finds 9 in 10 suffer from daily pain.

FEATURED VIDEOS

Mitsitam Cafe: The National Mall’s dining oasis

Mitsitam Cafe: The National Mall’s dining oasis

Located at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Indian, Mitsitam Cafe is not just another tourist trap on the National Mall. The Post’s Tom Sietsema explains why the unique restaurant is included in this year’s Spring Dining Guide.
‘The Hornet’s Nest’ tells a soldier’s experience of war

‘The Hornet’s Nest’ tells a soldier’s experience of war

Veteran war correspondent Mike Boettcher and his son embedded with troops in Afghanistan. The documentary “The Hornet’s Nest” illustrates life at war through dramatic handheld footage.
Investigation begins after Conn. train crash

Investigation begins after Conn. train crash

Two commuter trains packed with rush-hour commuters collided in an accident that sent about 70 people to the hospital, severely damaged the tracks and threatened to snarl travel in the congested Northeast Corridor.
Part 4: ‘Why don’t you just make yourself legal?’ | Immigration: Pathway to now

Part 4: ‘Why don’t you just make yourself legal?’ | Immigration: Pathway to now

VIDEO | The future remains uncertain for 11 million people living illegally in the U.S. Though immigration reform seems closer than it has ever been before, can Washington and the Obama administration effectively repair 30 years of broken policies?
Texas residents dig through tornado destruction

Texas residents dig through tornado destruction

Residents are getting a chance to assess the damage done to their homes, and lives, caused by a string of tornadoes that ripped through rural neighborhoods in Texas.
North Korea launches short-range missiles into sea

North Korea launches short-range missiles into sea

South Korea's Ministry of Defense says North Korea has launched three short-range guided missiles into the sea off the Korean peninsula's east coast.
Miller: IRS targeting ‘not illegal’

Miller: IRS targeting ‘not illegal’

Former acting IRS comissioner Steven Miller said that he believes the IRS’s targeting of conservative groups was “absolutely not illegal” but he did acknowledge that it was inappropriate.

EDITORS’ PICKS

Four-star movies

PHOTOS | Actress-director Sarah Polley’s “Stories We Tell” joins the list of our favorite movies this year.

Lauriol Plaza remains a bustling spot.

Spring Dining Guide 2013

Post food critic Tom Sietsema takes a fresh look at 13 restaurants he has previously reviewed.

FEATURED PHOTO GALLERIES

Oxbow wins and infield fun at Preakness Stakes in Baltimore

Oxbow upsets Orb in the Preakness.

MLB power rankings

Barry Svrluga assesses the best teams in Major League Baseball through Thursday.

Seminary grads find alternative pulpits

Theology education used by doctors, filmmakers.

Photos of the day

Cyclone Mahasen, Texas tornadoes, puffin census, melting Swiss glacier and more.

Candice Glover wins ‘American Idol’

PHOTOS | The 23-year-old vocal powerhouse from St. Helena Island, S.C., tops competition in her third try.

Eye on entertainment

Claire Julien, David Hasselhoff, Freida Pinto, Candice Glover, Martin Short and more.

The Johnstown Flood

Twenty million tons of water devastated Johnstown, Pa., on May 31, 1889, claiming the lives of 2,209 people.

Turkey grapples with refu­gee crisis

Facing influx of more than 400,000 Syrians displaced by war, Turkish leaders appeal for international aid.

POLITICS

McConnell predicts Obamacare will be 'biggest issue' of 2014 election

McConnell predicts Obamacare will be 'biggest issue' of 2014 election

Sean Sullivan

The Senate's top Republican predicted Sunday morning that President Obama's health care law will be the biggest issue of the 2014 midterm elections.

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Reid eyes July for the ‘nuclear option'

Reid eyes July for the ‘nuclear option'

Greg Sargent

The Senate Majority Leader plans to revisit filibuster reform if the GOP continues its obstructionism.

LOCAL

Va. GOP leans right with nominees

Va. GOP leans right with nominees

Laura Vozzella

After election losses, state Republicans are largely resisting advice to move to the middle.

SPORTS

Zimmermann gets no support in Nats 2-1 loss

Zimmermann gets no support in Nats 2-1 loss

Adam Kilgore

Jordan Zimmermann has another standout night, but no offense, and a costly error, lead to a Nationals loss.

BUSINESS

Sony urged to cut entertainment stake

Sony urged to cut entertainment stake

Angus Whitley, Brooke Sutherland and Naoko Fujimura

Investor Daniel Loeb says Japanese firm should focus on electronics unit.

TECHNOLOGY

Facebook, a year after IPO

Facebook, a year after IPO

Hayley Tsukayama and Dina ElBoghdady

A year later, Facebook has tightened its focus on becoming a mobile, profitable company.

WORLD

In interview, Assad remains defiant

In interview, Assad remains defiant

Caroline Anning

Embattled Syrian leader vows not to step down, expresses doubts about proposed talks with rebel forces.

FEDERAL GOVERNMENT

GSA watchdog finds abuse in awards system for senior executives

GSA watchdog finds abuse in awards system for senior executives

Lisa Rein

GSA inspector general finds flawed awards and appraisal system for senior executives.

LIFESTYLE

Prince on working with young people: ‘It’s time for their legacy’

Prince on working with young people: ‘It’s time for their legacy’

Jon Bream

The musician, who will turn 55 next month, works with a 24-year-old drummer, and his manager is 22.

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Your family story

What’s your family’s immigration story? Share a photo or video of your family and tell us how and why they came to America.

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