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Obama targets foreign nationals' use of technology in human rights abuses
Order will allow sanctions against those who use cellphone tracking, Internet monitoring for atrocities.
(By Scott Wilson)
Lieberman calls for wider inquiry into Secret Service, Colombia scandal
Senator says prostitution investigation should also include a look at White House personnel.
(By Ed O'Keefe)
In Cartagena, wild night life is easy to find
Prostitution is legal in Colombia, a slightly embarrassing but very real part of the booming tourist trade.
(By William Booth)
George Zimmerman released from Florida jail on $150k bond in Trayvon Martin shooting case
SANFORD, Fla. — George Zimmerman has been released from a Florida jail on $150,000 bond as he awaits trial for shooting Trayvon Martin.
(By Associated Press)
Something fishy in the 'green' label
Does the "sustainable seafood" certification live up to the hype? Critics say the organizations issuing the label are letting standards slip.
(By Juliet Eilperin)
NATION
Pumping up arts in education
Officials want to prove a theory that robust art, music, dance and theater can set failing schools on a path to academic success.
( by Lyndsey Layton , The Washington Post)
Something fishy in the 'green' label
Does the "sustainable seafood" certification live up to the hype? Critics say the organizations issuing the label are letting standards slip.
( by Juliet Eilperin , The Washington Post)
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METRO
At Virginia Tech, computers help solve a math class problem
The Math Emporium, where thousands of students learn introductory math via computer, offers a glimpse at a model of higher education without a professor doing the teaching.
( by Daniel de Vise , The Washington Post)
Rains don't water down Earth Day enthusiasm
Washington area events turn indoors, but crowds still turn out for 42nd annual Earth Day.
( by Tara Bahrampour , The Washington Post)
Divided megachurch members attend two services amid battle for control
Members of Jericho City of Praise in Landover attended services at separate sites Sunday — one hosted by the ousted Rev. Joel Peebles at a hotel and the other in the practically empty sanctuary.
( by Avis Thomas-Lester and Hamil R. Harris , The Washington Post)
Friends remember slain Marine
Friends gathered to mourn Marine Lance Cpl. Phillip Bushong, who was fatally stabbed steps away from a bar in Southeast Washington where the group had spent many nights together.
( by Clarence Williams and Caitlin Gibson , The Washington Post)
Seeing D.C. through foreign eyes
How do you entertain a house full of Europeans? Play ball!
(, The Washington Post)
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POLITICS
Obama targets foreign nationals' use of technology in human rights abuses
Order will allow sanctions against those who use cellphone tracking, Internet monitoring for atrocities.
( by Scott Wilson , The Washington Post)
Mo. Democrat takes fight to super PACs
Sen. Claire McCaskill is betting she can turn the millions spent against her into a campaign advantage.
( by Rosalind S. Helderman , The Washington Post)
Divining Congress's intent
In its efforts to determine Congress's intent when it passed a piece of legislation, the Supreme Court may turn to the legislative history of an act, but only with trepidation.
(, The Washington Post)
Griffin retiring as Fairfax executive
As a sort of unelected mayor, Tony Griffin has overseen the nitty-gritty of Fairfax County's daily affairs, but he also has had ample power to shape policy.
( by Fredrick Kunkle , The Washington Post)
Freshmen showdowns with GOP leaders
Robert Draper spent 2011 practically embedded with a half dozen of the members of the tea-party-infused House GOP freshman class and wrote a book titled "Do Not Ask What Good We Do."
( by Paul Kane , The Washington Post)
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STYLE
The ex factor
Carolyn Hax's advice: She's happy with her guy, but his former flame is intertwined in his life. The resulting awkwardness might just be temporary.
(, The Washington Post)
On Bond movie set, things are top secret
On the set of the new James Bond film, Daniel Craig and gang aren't letting much slip about the plot of "Skyfall."
( by Karla Adam , The Washington Post)
At Library of Congress, nation's culture
As generations and their technology evolve at breakneck speed, the Library of Congress keeps bits of America's identity carefully preserved.
( by Monica Hesse , The Washington Post)
Opera Review: 'Postcard from Morocco' and 'Miss Havisham's Fire'
The Maryland Opera Studio's productions of 'Postcard From Morocco' and 'Miss Havisham's Fire" bring a welcome spotlight to the lately neglected work of Domenick Argento.
( by Anne Midgette , The Washington Post)
Pippa Middleton's 'gun situation'
Caught on camera as a companion appeared to be pointing a pistol at paparazzi, Pippa Middleton joined an entourage of celebrities who have been caught in bad "gun situations."
( by DeNeen Brown , The Washington Post)
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SPORTS
TV and radio listings: April 23
(, The Washington Post)
Dunbar gets a chiefly invite
MORE THAN A GAME | While honoring Alabama for its BCS victory, President Obama lauds the other Crimson Tide for its Turkey Bowl win and DCIAA title.
( by Toni L. Sandys , The Washington Post)
Markakis does it all to lead Orioles
Nick Markakis hits a two-run single in the eighth, then singles home the game-winner in the 10th for Baltimore.
( by Dan Connolly , The Washington Post)
Nats' postponement derails juicy matchup
With Sunday's game between the Nationals and Marlins rained out, Stephen Strasburg and Dodgers ace Clayton Kershaw aren't expected to face each other.
( by Adam Kilgore , The Washington Post)
Bruins' Seguin shines at the right time
Tyler Seguin, Boston's leading scorer in the regular season, keeps the Bruins alive with his first goal of the playoffs.
( by Gene Wang , The Washington Post)
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WORLD
In Cartagena, wild night life is easy to find
Prostitution is legal in Colombia, a slightly embarrassing but very real part of the booming tourist trade.
( by William Booth in CARTAGENA, Colombia , The Washington Post)
Fears of extremism taking hold in Syria
Rebel soldiers say a growing number of Islamist radicals have been arriving in opposition strongholds.
( by Liz Sly , The Washington Post)
Afghanistan, U.S. reach post-2014 pact
Partnership agreement guarantees American support for 10 years after the troop withdrawal, but it does not outline the specifics of the U.S. commitment.
( by Kevin Sieff , The Washington Post)
Pakistani in court over U.S. bounty
Hafiz Mohammad Saeed, target of a $10 million U.S. reward offer, has asked a Lahore court for protection.
( by Richard Leiby , The Washington Post)
Sarkozy, Hollande advance in French runoff election
President Nicolas Sarkozy faces an uphill fight for reelection.
( by Edward Cody , The Washington Post)
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EDITORIAL
Strategic nuclear arms control
Abstract proposals will not provide security.
( by Henry A. Kissinger Brent Scowcroft , The Washington Post)
The pain in Spain
What happens to world's economy if Spain fails?
(, The Washington Post)
Mitt Romney's secrets
Such as, what is on his tax returns, and who is raising money for him?
(, The Associated Press)
D.C. and clean energy
Provide results-oriented incentives for businesses to reduce emissions
(, The Washington Post)
Finding freedom in prison
Charles Colson and the power of grace.
(, The Washington Post)
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BUSINESS
Value Added: He didn't let the recession paint him into a corner
When this Toll Brothers executive lost his job, he didn't let it get him down; he's now climbing back up the ladder as a painting company owner.
(, The Washington Post)
Bankruptcy filings, week of April 23
These local firms recently filed with the U.S. Bankruptcy Court's local court clerk's offices.
(, The Washington Post)
Washington area business events
Washington area business events for the week of April 23
(, The Washington Post)
Washington area appointments and promotions for the week of April 23
Washington area appointments and promotions for the week of April 23.
(, The Washington Post)
Marriott hits milestone in Courtyard renovations, aims brand for growth
Marriott International plans to celebrate the completion of the 500th renovation. The Bethesda-based company hopes the undertaking will position Courtyard to capture a greater share of the hotel market.
( by Danielle Douglas Capital Business Staff Writer , The Washington Post)
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