Women lead crackdown on military assaults

Craig Whitlock and Ed O’Keefe

Female lawmakers compose a critical mass on the armed services committees, boosting their clout on what has been called an “unbelievably alarming” issue.

Maryland weighs novel effort to limit health-care costs

Lena H. Sun and Sarah Kliff

Advocates of the plan for expanded powers over the state’s hospitals say it could serve as a model for the country.

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Turkish business improvises amid war

Kevin Sullivan

Instead of driving across war-ravaged Syria, truckers now sail around it to get their goods to market through new trade routes.

In 2009 redux, Obama faces thorny issue of detainees at prison in Cuba

In 2009 redux, Obama faces thorny issue of detainees at prison in Cuba

Peter Finn and Scott Wilson

Plans to close facility will spark a new round in the political battle over what to do with 166 men held there.

After vote to allow gay Boy Scouts, critics and supporters mobilize

After vote to allow gay Boy Scouts, critics and supporters mobilize

Michelle Boorstein

A network of families who wanted the ban to remain will meet next month to start creating a new group.

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The freedom to investigate

The freedom to investigate

Editorial Board

The FBI went too far in calling a journalist a co-conspirator.

Saudi man questioned by investigators after Boston bombings speaks out

Saudi man questioned by investigators after Boston bombings speaks out

Caitlin Dewey

“Is it because of the color of my skin or ... the name of my country?” he asks in first interview since attack.

31 charts to destroy faith in humanity

31 charts to destroy faith in humanity

Brad Plumer

WONKBLOG | Re-analyzing Rob Wile’s “31 Charts That Will Restore Your Faith In Humanity” piece.

OPINIONS

Five myths about tornadoes

Five myths about tornadoes

Michael Smith

Why earlier warnings aren’t always better.

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Police: Gaithersburg man killed a friend with a hatchet at his home

Police: Gaithersburg man killed a friend with a hatchet at his home

Dan Morse and Justin Jouvenal

The suspect is son of a former aide to President George W. Bush, and friends and neighbors are shocked.

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Running from addiction

Running from addiction

When Walter Barrera chose ultra long-distance running over crack cocaine, he was able to slowly start putting his life back together.
Jersey Shore reopens after Sandy

Jersey Shore reopens after Sandy

The Jersey Shore is open for business, just in time for the Memorial Day weekend. Rides, stores and the Boardwalk itself have been rebuilt, after the destruction that Superstorm Sandy brought to the area last October.
Sasha Obama headed to the Navy?

Sasha Obama headed to the Navy?

At the Naval Academy’s commencement today President Obama recalled when his daughter was welcomed there with a sign reading, “Sasha Obama - Class of 2023.”
Bridge collapse survivor: 'Rough day'

Bridge collapse survivor: 'Rough day'

Dan Sligh was driving on the I-5 Bridge over the Skagit River when a section of it collapsed.
Amanda Bynes in court for possession of marijuana

Amanda Bynes in court for possession of marijuana

Amanda Bynes appeared in court the day after she allegedly was seen smoking marijuana in the lobby of her New York City apartment building and throwing a bong out a 36th floor window after police arrived on the scene. The actress faced charges of possession of marijuana, reckless endangerment and tampering with evidence.
Coping with loss in Moore, Oklahoma

Coping with loss in Moore, Oklahoma

Nine-year-old Lucas Patteson’s best friend died at Plaza Towers. He and his family survived, but their house was destroyed. Now they are trying to return to normal life following one of the worst tornadoes in American history.
Obama to heckler: ‘Part of free speech is . . . listening’

Obama to heckler: ‘Part of free speech is . . . listening’

VIDEO | The president addresses woman after she interrupts his speech.

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40 summer grilling recipes

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President Obama’s wonder years

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I-5 bridge collapse in Washington state

No fatalities reported; collapse over Skagit River shuts down main route between Seattle and Canada.

Flexing their muscles

Dozens of bodybuilders came out to compete in the 2013 Musclemania Capital Tournament of Champions.

Eye on entertainment

Carmen Electra, Barbara Eden, Sharon Stone, Goldie Hawn, Jaden Smith and more.

Terrorism cited in London attack

Two assailants hacked to death a British soldier on a busy southeast London neighborhood street Wednesday afternoon.

Assessing tornado damage in Oklahoma

Amid great destruction, residents of the Oklahoma City suburb of Moore begin to assess the severity of the twister that hit Monday.

The battle to be Mr. D.C.

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POLITICS

Anthony Weiner's rocky restart

Anthony Weiner's rocky restart

Sean Sullivan

The former congressman's first few days back on the campaign trail were full of speed bumps.

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The Michele Bachmann bodice-ripper is about to arrive

The Michele Bachmann bodice-ripper is about to arrive

Alexandra Petri

If this is a success, what other politically-inspired romance novels lurk in the depths?

LOCAL

Police: Gaithersburg man killed a friend with a hatchet at his home

Police: Gaithersburg man killed a friend with a hatchet at his home

Dan Morse and Justin Jouvenal

The suspect is son of a former aide to President George W. Bush, and friends and neighbors are shocked.

SPORTS

Nats return home, topple Phillies

Nats return home, topple Phillies

James Wagner

A four-run fifth inning lifts Washington over Philadelphia as Jordan Zimmermann becomes the first National League pitcher to reach eight victories.

BUSINESS

Mr. Money Mustache answers doubters

Mr. Money Mustache answers doubters

Kelly Johnson

Yes, he has health insurance. No, he doesn’t deprive himself. And yes, he says, you can retire early too.

TECHNOLOGY

12 technologies that will shape future

12 technologies that will shape future

Neil Irwin

A study shows how innovations that get the most hype aren't necessarily the ones that will make the biggest difference economically.

WORLD

In Britain, Cameron faces conservative backlash

In Britain, Cameron faces conservative backlash

Anthony Faiola

After building a coalition by embracing liberal social issues, prime minister is challenged from the right.

FEDERAL GOVERNMENT

U.S. Park Police furloughs forced by sequestration end in June, agency says

U.S. Park Police furloughs forced by sequestration end in June, agency says

Lisa Rein

National Park Service says it took a closer look at its budget to reduce unpaid days off for officers.

LIFESTYLE

In novels and life, Khaled Hosseini grapples with his homelands

In novels and life, Khaled Hosseini grapples with his homelands

Manuel Roig-Franzia

At the core of the novelist’s artistic and philanthropic work is a grappling with displacement and separation.

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Your Memorial Day tributes

Write a Memorial Day tribute to someone important to you who died serving in the U.S. Armed Forces. Upload a photo of the person you’re remembering or send a tribute via Twitter or Instagram.

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