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Democracy Dies in Darkness

The Bidens with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and wife Sophie Gregoire Trudeau in Ottawa on Thursday. (AP)

China, Haiti and migration top agenda for Biden-Trudeau meeting

By Matt Viser and Amanda Coletta

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Starbucks’ union baristas unveiled their top demands. It’s not clear whether a contract is within reach.

Organizers believe winning major concessions from Starbucks could raise standards for fast-food and other low-wage workers around the country.

By Lauren Kaori Gurley

the 7 morning briefing

7 things to know today: TikTok’s future; drone strike; France protests; social media laws; Blockbuster; and more

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NCAA Tournament

Drew Timme and one epic three-pointer propel Gonzaga into region final

The grizzled veteran of the third-seeded Bulldogs scored 36 points, but it was Julian Strawther’s last-second three-pointer from 32 feet that finally buried No. 2 seed UCLA, 79-76.

By Ben Golliver

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America’s online privacy problems are much bigger than TikTok

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Listen: Mr. TikTok goes to Washington

On the Record: Test your knowledge with our quotable news quiz

Carolyn Hax: How to know if you can handle having one more child

Cook: 7 sauces, dressings and condiments that pack a major flavor punch

Trump warns of ‘potential death & destruction’ if he is charged in hush-money case

By John Wagner13 minutes ago

Fake images of Trump arrest show ‘giant step’ for AI’s disruptive power

By Isaac Stanley-Becker and Naomi Nix

NPR cancels 4 podcasts in biggest wave of layoffs in decades

(Natalie Vineberg, Carolyn Van Houten/The Post)

Trans In America

For trans people, medical visits can be more traumatizing than healing

Trans patients share their stories of subtle discrimination, outright hostility and ill-informed medical professionals.

By Fenit Nirappil

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What to know about driving in a work zone after 6 workers were killed in Maryland

Experts shared tips for what to do in a construction zone.

By Justine McDaniel

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By The WayAdvice

This cheap flights expert thinks you should be booking your trips earlier

Better travel comes from trips planned further in advance, according to Scott Keyes, founder of a cheap flight alert service.

By Scott Keyes

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This Texas teen wanted an abortion. She now has twins.

Brooke Alexander found out she was pregnant days before the abortion ban took effect.

Trump warns of ‘potential death & destruction’ if he is charged in hush-money case

Carolyn Hax: Groomsman says he’ll skip wedding if girlfriend isn’t invited

The crisis in American girlhood

53 rescue dogs survived a plane crash. Now you can adopt them.

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Feel like a slug? You may have the wrong exercise mind-set.

By Gretchen Reynolds

‘I’ve always known I was different’: Four trans people share their stories

Can dogs talk by pressing buttons? What science says about the debate.

By Marlene Cimons

The sandwich generation is changing. The stress remains.

By Elizabeth Chang

Carolyn Hax: Groomsman says he’ll skip wedding if girlfriend isn’t invited

By Carolyn HaxMarch 24

Frustrated over canceling a subscription? Relief may be coming.

By Michelle SingletaryMarch 24

How to find mid-century modern stuff? Answers to thrifting questions.

By Jura KonciusMarch 23

Ask Sahaj: My dad refuses to consider moving to assisted living

By Sahaj Kaur KohliMarch 23

Miss Manners: Friends and family joke our lunches are business expenses

March 24

Ask Amy: Hair stylist left an upscale salon but kept the high prices

March 24

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Well+BeingNews and advice to live well every day

(Marine Buffard for The Washington Post)

Listen to a 3-minute meditation: A breathing exercise to lower stress

By Dora Kamau

Bacteria from meat may cause more than a half-million UTIs, study says

By Maham Javaid

4 ways to break the cycle of intergenerational trauma

By Jason Wu

Coffee lovers gain 1,000 steps a day, but get less sleep, study shows

By Anahad O’Connor

What to know about the eyedrop recall linked to deaths and vision loss

By Kelsey Ables and Marlene Cimons

ClimateExpanded coverage of a changing planet

(Emily Macinnes for The Post)

Scotland’s whisky industry tries to put climate change on the rocks

By William Booth

‘I’m out’: Lawmakers draw red lines on possible permitting deal

By Maxine Joselow and Vanessa Montalbano

The Gulf of Mexico is very warm. That could mean a bad tornado season.

By Matthew Cappucci

One U.N. graphic shows how climate change will affect your generation

Incredible images of a hurricane-like storm that walloped California

By Ian Livingston

AI isn’t magic or evil. Here’s how to spot AI myths.

By Tatum Hunter

What is Bard good for? Our tech columnist finds out

By Geoffrey A. Fowler

Buying coffee with your phone is easy. Paying for the subway is a pain.

Embattled crypto founder Do Kwon arrested in Montenegro after months-long search

By Rachel Lerman and Julian Mark

Jake Paul, Lindsay Lohan among 8 charged in SEC cryptocurrency case

By Bryan Pietsch

This dissident uses Chinese-owned TikTok to criticize China’s government

By Drew Harwell and Meaghan Tobin

(Aurelien Morissard/AP)

France announces King Charles postponing state visit amid pension protests

By Ellen Francis32 minutes ago

Drone attack kills U.S. contractor in Syria, prompting airstrike response

The secretive Israeli think tank behind Netanyahu’s judicial changes

Between Avdiivka and Bakhmut, Ukrainian forces fight Russia on tough terrain

By Alex Horton and Anastacia Galouchka

Zebra who ran through busy Seoul streets escaped zoo after parents died

By Andrew Jeong

(Craig Hudson/For the Washington Post)

Philippe Petit walks a wire across the National Building Museum

By Maura Judkis

The internet rediscovered Blockbuster’s website. Press play on nostalgia.

By Kelly Kasulis Cho

Parents’ rights? How about a ‘Parents’ Bill of Responsibilities’ instead?

By Petula Dvorak

In Gen Z’s world of ‘dupes,’ fake is fabulous — until you try it on

By Maura Judkis

Teen couldn’t find shoes for his size 23 feet. Strangers gave him money for a custom pair.

Spring guide

ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT

Christopher Judge is blazing a new trail

By Jamal Michel1 hour ago

‘Succession’ stops pulling punches in its final season

By Lili Loofbourow

Andrew Lloyd Webber’s ‘Bad Cinderella’ gets the title it deserves

In the galleries: Pop-up installations with purpose and substance

By Mark Jenkins

Capital Weather Gang

D.C.-area forecast: Occasional rain today as temperatures turn cooler

By A. Camden Walker

Going Out Guide

The 15 best concert venues in D.C. to see a band

By Sophia Solano and Olivia McCormack

Deadly Marburg virus outbreaks reported in East and West Africa

By Katharine Houreld and Rael Ombuor

The White House covid response team is winding down

By Rachel Roubein and McKenzie Beard

More testing of nursing home staff would have reduced covid-19 deaths, study says

By Christopher Rowland

3D-printed rocket fails to reach orbit but still is hailed as success

By Christian Davenport

Vivid images capture sounds that soothe and nurture — and some that jar

Beethoven’s DNA decoded from locks of hair saved by his fans

By Carolyn Y. Johnson

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Willis Reed always will be The Captain to a generation of Knicks fans

The NBA great who died this week at age 80 was a hero in New York.

By John Feinstein

Boston radio host suspended over ethnic slur against ESPN’s Mina Kimes

By Timothy Bella

Blackhawks will not wear Pride-themed jerseys, citing concerns over Russian law

By Jay Cohen | Associated Press

World Athletics votes to ban transgender athletes from women’s events

By Les Carpenter

NFL warns teams not to negotiate with noncertified agent for Lamar Jackson

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Work Advice: Answering client questions without giving away your job

By Karla L. Miller

Electric cars are creating a new economy — and leaving some towns behind

By Jeanne Whalen

Activist short seller accuses Cash App of facilitating fraud

More than 570,000 Hyundai and Kia vehicles recalled over fire risk

Ford expects $3 billion loss on electric car business in 2023

How to cut cake like a pro

By Aaron Hutcherson1 hour ago

Chicatana offers a front-row seat to sublime Mexican cooking in D.C.

By Tom Sietsema

Are Skittles dangerous? A California bill aims to ban chemicals in candy.

By Jennifer Hassan, Helier Cheung and Marlene Cimons

The dirty martini has a reputation, but it cleans up nice

By M. Carrie Allan

You can walk on the mosaic where King Charles will be crowned — in your socks

By Victoria Bisset4 minutes ago

An illustrated guide to how fees are making everything pricier

By Hamza Shaban and Hartley Lin

You should be booking your vacations earlier

By Scott Keyes

A Southwest pilot ‘fainted.’ Then an off-duty pilot stepped in to help.

By Hannah Sampson