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Families grieve the U.S. veterans killed in Ukraine

The loved ones of American veterans killed in Ukraine are reckoning with the meaning of service under one flag — and sacrifice under another.

By Alex Horton and Dan Lamothe

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Here’s what’s in — and what’s out — of the Biden-McCarthy deal

The agreement would accomplish much for both sides, enabling them to claim a victory that appeared elusive just days ago.

By Jeff Stein and Tobi Raji

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Biden, McCarthy turn to selling debt ceiling deal to restive Congress

By Marianna Sotomayor, Jeff Stein, Azi Paybarah and Tobi Raji

This low-profile committee could sink or save the Biden-McCarthy deal

By Paul Kane

Rules for using the pool are posted at a home in Damascus, Md. (Amanda Andrade-Rhoades for The Post)

In one suburb, a backlash against homeowners renting out private pools

An app allows people to rent out their pools to strangers, causing conflicts with neighbors who say the rentals turn quiet residential neighborhoods into bustling business districts, without the infrastructure to support the activity.

By Katie Shepherd

Texas Republicans pass bills changing election policies for large Democratic county

By Patrick Marley

Live briefing: War in Ukraine

Russia continues to strike Kyiv; Ukrainian counteroffensive coming ‘soon,’ official says

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‘Succession’ finale recap: A new ruler is crowned

The HBO show came to an end in much the way it seemed destined to: The Roy kids are forever rich, but they will never be all right.

By Anne Branigin

Did ‘Succession’ stick the landing? Fans and writers are weighing in.

By Timothy Bella

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9 summer drink recipes for backyard sipping, with and without alcohol

Whether you’re chilling on the patio or hosting a party, check out these refreshing drinks, including boozy and zero-proof options.

By Becky Krystal

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Perspective

I quit social media in college. This is how my life changed.

For one college freshman, the bad parts of social media were outweighing the good, by a lot.

By Jenna Bloom

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