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.
Pakistan intensifies the crackdown on militants
Amid changing public opinion, authorities are now taking exceptional steps to rein in extremists with a major operation.
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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.
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AirAsia plane through tinted window. (Reuters)
The truth about Indonesia's troubled aviation history
Some say the country’s industry grew too fast.
A world-famous medicine man with a sweat lodge and an alleged dark past
Prosecutors say a Native American elder sexually abused and raped girls, including his own daughters.
Greek lawmakers fail to pick president, forcing early elections
The move reflects a deep division over the tough economic stewardship imposed by the E.U.
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.
After an ugly season, Redskins fans finally get a much-needed break
COLUMN | For those that stuck around through this awful season, Sunday was a relief.
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They made a Silicon Valley fortune. And they’re giving most of it away.
Cari Tuna and Dustin Moskovitz, who co-founded Facebook, are the vanguard of young philanthropists trying to shape a world beyond their communities.
Neil deGrasse Tyson explains why he didn’t send an ‘anti-Christian’ tweet
The astrophysicist said a notable Dec. 25 birth that would transform the world was Isaac Newton’s.
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World War I soldier’s room untouched for almost 100 years
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Some of the most intriguing news photos of 2014
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What movies not to watch in 2014
At least 7 dead, scores rescued in Adriatic ferry fire
The stricken ferry was carrying more than 400 passengers before fire struck Sunday.
FDA approves new Ebola test for emergency use
Roche has added to the stream of Ebola tests getting fast-tracked into use.
The (relatively) simple fix that could prevent planes like AirAsia QZ8501 from disappearing
Pilots need more real-time information.
Over 16 years, Jim Graham reshaped Ward 1. But did anyone notice?
The changes he made helped lead to his defeat, and Graham will exit D.C. Council questioning his legacy.
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.
A Q&A with the hackers who say they helped break into Sony’s network
A self-proclaimed member of Lizard Squad says the group gave Sony login information to Guardians of Peace, thereby facilitating the Sony hack.
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.
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