Missing jet likely at bottom of sea, officials say
The AirAsia pilot had asked permission to turn to avoid bad weather Sunday and his last request was to climb to 38,000 feet, Indonesian officials said.
Renowned medicine man haunted by saga of suffering
Prosecutors say a Native American elder sexually abused and raped girls, including his own daughters.
Dave Barry’s year in review
COLUMN | There’s just no explaining 2014. It was a year of mysteries. In case you have forgotten why, let’s take a look back.
The Post's Gene Wang and Scott Allen break down the loss and discuss who should go before next season.
No, China does not hold
50 percent of U.S. debt
FACT CHECKER | Most Americans apparently are convinced of a fact that it is utterly wrong.
Use our calculator to compare your height to that of outsize personalities
WONKBLOG | Would you look up to or down on Vladimir Putin? What about Angela Merkel?
‘Undercover Boss’ incites a backlash
One employee is awarded breast implants. Another is fired in part for refusing to wear a skimpy top.
For once, the innocence of a Chinese prisoner was proved with evidence
The nation convicts 99.9 percent of suspects, often beating false confessions out of them.
More Headlines
Meet the hackers who say they
helped break into Sony’s network
A self-proclaimed member of Lizard Squad says the group gave information that facilitated the hack.
Hardly anyone uses this method for dramatically lowering student debt
Income-driven plans give borrowers flexibility to repay their loans, but few people sign up.
The solutions Republicans and Democrats can both agree on
THE FIX | The groups may have differing views on race and policing, but they do agree on some solutions.
At least 10 dead, scores rescued in Adriatic ferry fire
The stricken ferry was carrying more than 400 passengers before fire struck Sunday.
NYC mayor booed at police academy graduation
Tension continues to suffuse appearances involving New York’s mayor and its police department.
The (relatively) simple fix that could prevent planes like AirAsia QZ8501 from disappearing
Pilots need more real-time information.
Family of ramp agent killed at
Dulles says the airport has flaws
Confusion over rules and a lack of a risk management system led to the death, the man’s parents said.
Griffin wants to remain with Redskins
REDSKINS BLOG | The third-year quarterback knows he has a lot to work on, but says he wants to be back in Washington next season if the franchise will have him.
Rent the Runway, feeding a full-dress anxiety
The online boutique opens a D.C. store for women wanting fresh haute couture for their Instagrammed lives.
‘Diner’ debut on stage reveals a musical still on uncertain footing
REVIEW | But Sheryl Crow’s songs for the adaptation of the 1982 film do have a satisfying melodic urgency.
Everything we learned in 2014 about finding missing planes
The technology we use to track aircraft — and to find them when they crash.
Five contracts to watch in 2015
From a new stealth bomber to the military’s health care records system, here are some important contracts to keep an eye out for in the new year.
2015 will be a year for second chances
RIGHT TURN | Pols, parties and even justices will have opportunities for precious do-overs in the coming year.
Developers seek to turn vacant Northeast D.C. warehouses into 295 condos
The complex would have a green roof and environmentally friendly drainage system.
Most Read
-
1
Dave Barry's Year in Review: There's just no explaining 2014 -
2
Republicans and Democrats have vastly different views on race and police. But they agree on solutions. -
3
The (relatively) simple fix that could prevent planes like AirAsia QZ8501 from disappearing -
4
A Q&A with the hackers who say they helped break into Sony's network -
5
Indonesian official says missing AirAsia jet is believed to be at the bottom of the sea
Ask Boswell
Live chat, 11 a.m. ET
The Redskins season finally ends, coaches have a bad day and more from sports discussion.
| 11:00 AM | Ask Boswell: Redskins, Nationals and Washington sports LIVE NOW |
|---|---|
| 12:00 PM | CANCELED - Dr. Gridlock |
| 2:00 PM | Talk about Travel LIVE NOW |
Keystone XL: Down the Line
A Journey Along the Controversial Pipeline and Into America's Energy Frontier


















