Aging inmates pay a painful price in prison
Although sentences have been eased in recent years for some types of offenders, prisoners 50 and older are the fastest-growing population in federal prisons.
Some blacks rethink Ben Carson as he attacks Obama
Members of the black community worry that one of their role models risks eroding his legacy in their eyes as he tries to get conservatives’ presidential nod.
Manny Pacquiao, left, covers up as Floyd Mayweather attacks. (Reuters)
Mayweather wins unanimous decision
Floyd Mayweather remained undefeated with his victory over Manny Pacquiao in the most anticipated fight in several years.
As the unrest in Baltimore continues, comedians comment on protests, the Orioles and more.
Police arrest some protesters at close of otherwise peaceful day in Baltimore
The announcement of charges against six officers in Freddie Gray’s death had helped to defuse tension.
A minute of horror, then hours of panic on the path to Mount Everest
Hundreds of climbers and guides were thrust into the deadliest event ever on the world’s highest peak.
Israeli leaders don’t meet with
Jimmy Carter during Middle East visit
The former president blamed Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for the stalled peace process.
Britain’s Conservative Party should be a cautionary tale for U.S. Republicans
THE TAKE | Can a party energize its conservative base and modernize at the same time?
Can an interpreter
hinder communication?
@WORK ADVICE | Staffers are uncomfortable that a sign-language interpreter is present for reviews.
Want millennials back in the pews? Stop trying to make church ‘cool.’
We’re not looking for upscale coffee and pastors in skinny jeans.
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Britain has a new princess: Duchess
of Cambridge gives birth to a girl
Prince William and Kate’s second child, a daughter, was born Saturday morning in London.
American Pharoah delivers Derby win
The bay colt became the third straight favorite to win the first leg of horse racing’s Triple Crown.
Why you should do more stuff alone
WONKBLOG | We’re all leaving a lot of happiness on the table by staying home when we’re by ourselves.
Do you really need travel insurance?
NAVIGATOR | A lot of the insurance you’re offered while you’re traveling — if not most of it — is unnecessary.
(Leon Neal / AFP/Getty Images)
Oh baby! Britain’s next royal is born in London
(Photo by Jason Savage / Audubon Photography Awards)
The Audubon’s 2015 photography contest awards
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Sanders will register as a Democrat if needed
The longest-serving Independent in Congress rebuffed the idea when he announced a run two days ago.
Ancient Nepali temple town of Bhaktapur left in ruins
The quake not only destroyed homes and businesses, it damaged the city’s religious and royal heritage.
Some blacks rethink Ben Carson as he attacks Obama
Members of the black community worry that one of their role models risks eroding his legacy in their eyes as he tries to get conservatives’ presidential nod.
When police ratchet up the force, riots get worse, not better
Over-policing protests is constitutionally and morally problematic. Plus, it doesn’t work.
Howard urges donors: Help students clear debts so they can get diplomas
The university’s president says 180 seniors won’t be eligible to obtain degrees until balances are paid.
Redskins introduce a really Big Three
Washington’s top draft picks — Brandon Scherff, Preston Smith and Matt Jones — reflect a focus on size.
Shanghai Quartet proves its power
Group debuts a masterful piece by Chinese American composer Lei Liang, among other works.
A pair of poets for the price of one
Charles Wright, the 20th U.S. poet laureate, concludes his term with a conversation with Charles Simic, the 15th U.S. poet laureate.
How much will Tesla’s home battery cost consumers, and what can it do?
With a suite of battery products for homes, the glitzy electric automaker is no longer just a car company.
The site hopes to change how you shop
By using real-time pricing and encouraging bundled orders, a new e-commerce site could be the next big thing in shopping.
GOP targets federal workers, again
FEDERAL EYE | Government retirement and health programs would be slashed under a 10-year Republican spending plan.
David Gregory put his Wesley Heights house on the market
Former “Meet the Press” moderator lists the 1935 brick Colonial for $2.475 million.
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