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Democracy Dies in Darkness

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GOP criticizes FBI search of Trump residence, vows to investigate Justice Dept.

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Why does the IRS need $80 billion? So. Much. Paper. Even in the cafeteria.

A visit to the Internal Revenue Service's offices in Austin reveals the antiquated system the IRS uses to process millions of tax returns each year.

By Catherine Rampell

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‘I’m evolving away from tennis’: Serena Williams announces retirement, leaving time table uncertain

Williams, a 23-time Grand Slam champion, told Vogue magazine, “I never wanted to have to choose between tennis and a family. I don't think it's fair,” and wrote on Instagram, “I’m gonna relish these next few weeks.” Williams plans to play in the U.S. Open, which she has won six times, later this month.

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Track covid: Daily U.S. deaths are up 13% in the past week

Listen: How a prisoner swap for WNBA star Brittney Griner could happen

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Hot, thirsty and no relief in sight: As workers toil in extreme heat, industries fight protections

Extreme heat is making work more dangerous. But beyond the West Coast, the fight to protect workers faces head winds.

By Anna Phillips

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Housing issues force universities, students to make tough decisions

A tight housing market and renewed desire for campus life have left some schools with long waiting lists for dorms.

By Susan Svrluga

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Olivia Newton-John, the pop angel who guided us to the forbidden zone

For Generation X, Olivia Newton-John's turn in "Grease" came just as they started having questions about everything sex. Tell us more, tell us more. And she did.

By Hank Stuever

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Ashton Kutcher says he is ‘lucky to be alive’ after battling vasculitis

Issey Miyake, Japanese fashion designer known as the prince of pleats, dies

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Kremlin sharply critical of Ukraine’s call for travel ban on Russians

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Trump wanted ‘loyal’ generals like Hitler’s — who often tried to kill him

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Serena Williams hints at upcoming retirement: ‘The countdown has begun’

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Climate & Environment

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Stress of climate change is aging lizards before they’re even born

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Climate Solutions

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Guide to the Pandemic

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Fauci warns of ‘trouble’ for those with coronavirus BA.5 variant if not up to date on vaccines

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Transportation Dept. wants vouchers for air passengers who cancel travel because of covid-19

The department is proposing to update airline refund and credit rules based on consumer complaints during the pandemic.

When you have covid, here’s how you know you are no longer contagious

It’s complicated. Be forewarned: Guidelines from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention are nuanced and a little confusing.

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Attorney John Eastman and Trump attorney Rudy Giuliani on Jan. 6. (Reuters)

Trump allies resist testifying as Georgia election probe expands

A burst of legal maneuvering reflects the accelerating sweep of the inquiry by Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis.

By Tom Hamburger, Ann E. Marimow and Matthew Brown

DHS to end ‘Remain in Mexico,’ allow asylum seekers to enter U.S.

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The Senate bill and Biden’s pledge to not raise taxes on people making less than $400,000

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At least 8 dead in Seoul-area flooding amid record rainfall

About 15 inches of rain hit southwestern Seoul on Monday, according to the Korean Meteorological Administration, and seven people were missing.

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United States returns looted Bronze Age treasures to Cambodia

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Taiwan says military drills show China is preparing to invade

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China shifts the military status quo on Taiwan after Pelosi visit

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Church’s altered ‘Hamilton’ followed by sermon comparing homosexuality to addiction

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Book bans are threatening American democracy. Here’s how to fight back.

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D.C., MD. & VA.

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A neighborhood fights to be heard as Dulles planes drown out daily life

Two children wounded in shooting in Northeast Washington

Woman killed, man hurt in Maryland

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Youngkin faces second suit over teacher tip line

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Health & Science

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America has a maternal mortality crisis. Biden push aims to change that.

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Too little sleep may jeopardize young kids’ development, study finds

By Linda Searing

Lyme disease vaccine in late-stage trials would be first in 20 years

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DEET works to repel insects, but is it safe?

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Ron Rivera gave Efe Obada his NFL break. Now, they’re together in Washington.

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LIV Golf sellouts bailed on the PGA Tour. Now they want back in?

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Commanders tweak roster, add linebacker known for coverage skills

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Carolyn Hax: Is dating a 48-year-old never-married man a waste of time?

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Ask Amy: The man I’m dating isn’t vaccinated against the coronavirus

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ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT

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Actress Anne Heche is in a coma after crashing car into home, rep says

Michael Mann’s ‘Heat’ gets a sequel — in novel form

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James Morosini was catfished by his father. He turned it into a film.

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Roger Mosley, the chopper pilot T.C. on ‘Magnum, P.I.,’ dies at 83

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Gil Shaham, the NSO and Mother Nature take Wolf Trap by storm

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TravelIncluding news and tips from By The Way

An airline short on baggage handlers is asking executives to fill in

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How to leave the airport and explore a city during a layover

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Norwegian cruises to drop vaccination requirement, ease testing rules

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Sustainable travel may not be possible, but we can do better

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