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Mexican immigration in reverse, study says
A study sees a decline in immigration to the United States from Mexico after tightened border control, increased deportations, a flagging U.S. economy and a declining Mexican birthrate.
(By Tara Bahrampour)
Democrats plan in case Ariz. law stands
Senators hope to force a floor vote on legislation that would invalidate the controversial immigration law if the Supreme Court upholds it.
(By Rosalind S. Helderman)
A gift that didn't quite translate
When a U.S. soldier bought new boots for the Afghans she worked with, one important aspect of the gesture was lost.
(By Greg Jaffe)
Obama, Romney voice support for student-loan measure
President Obama and Republican rival Mitt Romney battled for the attention of young voters on Monday in hopes of rekindling the enthusiasm they displayed four years ago that helped shape the arc of the presidential election.
(By Ylan Q. Mui and Felicia Sonmez)
Helen Hayes Awards honor D.C. theater
Signature Theatre's local revival of "Hairspray" stood a beehive above the rest of Washington theater during the Helen Hayes Awards. The popular show won five prizes, including the top honor as outstanding musical.
(By Nelson Pressley)
NATION
U.S. meeting with China to avoid unfolding murder case
China's political scandal, in which the United States played a small, but critical role — is one neither side is likely to broach in May talks.
( by Karen DeYoung and Lena H. Sun , The Washington Post)
Students build hoop-shooting robots
High school teams compete with basketball-shooting robots; D.C.'s Wilson reaches championship.
(, The Washington Post)
Social Security's financial forecast gets darker
The government's annual report shows that the program's trust fund will be depleted by 2033, three years earlier than projected last year. Medicare's grim outlook is unchanged.
( by N.C. Aizenman , The Washington Post)
A gift that didn't quite translate
When a U.S. soldier bought new boots for the Afghans she worked with, one important aspect of the gesture was lost.
( by Greg Jaffe , The Washington Post)
Washington double-talk on nukes
The U.S. needs a consistent position on nonproliferation if its efforts to lower the nuclear weapons threat is to be taken seriously.
(, The Washington Post)
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METRO
Federal Faces: Jeff Michael
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Jeff Michael works on strategies to persuade motorists to buckle up, drive sober and keep their eyes on the road and not on text messages.
(, The Washington Post)
Jailed man accused in 2 more slayings
Tyrone Lewis, who is accused of shooting Alexandria activist Lenny Harris last year and tossing his body down a well, has been accused in two other slayings.
( by Matt Zapotosky , The Washington Post)
Mexican immigration in reverse, study says
A study sees a decline in immigration to the United States from Mexico after tightened border control, increased deportations, a flagging U.S. economy and a declining Mexican birthrate.
( by Tara Bahrampour , The Washington Post)
Today's car colors rev no engines
Is your car a boring color? You're not alone.
( by John Kelly , The Washington Post)
Fairfax's budget trade-offs
Lisa Arlt Escoto felt she had to speak out about a program that provided therapy for her daughter.
( by Fredrick Kunkle , The Washington Post)
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POLITICS
Federal Faces: Jeff Michael
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Jeff Michael works on strategies to persuade motorists to buckle up, drive sober and keep their eyes on the road and not on text messages.
(, The Washington Post)
Saving lives by improving traffic safety
To reduce highway deaths, Jeff Michael works on national strategies to change motorists' behavior, trying to convince them to buckle up, drive sober and keep their eyes on the road rather reading and sending text messages.
( by The Partnership for Public Service , The Washington Post)
At John Edwards trial, credibility is in short supply
In the end, the case will turn on which worm turned on the other, and which one we believe.
(, The Washington Post)
GSA probe puts focus on outside event planner
The inspector general investigating lavish spending by the General Services Administration has given federal prosecutors evidence that an outside event planner violated ethics laws as he helped organize a conference at a swank Las Vegas hotel.
( by Lisa Rein , The Washington Post)
Where will Romney find his vice president? Probably on the Hill
Members of Congress have a hard time being elected president, but the No. 2 job tends to come more easily.
(, The Washington Post)
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STYLE
Kevin Spacey is theater reception's star
The Washington Post-sponsored reception was a sort of pregame for the 28th Helen Hayes Awards at the Warner Theatre, and attendees lined up for a moment with the Oscar winner.
( by Jessica Goldstein , The Washington Post)
Carolyn Hax: Unmarried, and uninvited
A daughter who has a child with her boyfriend is excluded by Mom from family events. What's the right response?
(, The Washington Post)
Book Night hits D.C.
The second annual World Book Night expanded to the Washington area this year, giving fortunate passersby a chance to grab something to read — for free.
( by Lonnae O'Neal Parker and David Montgomery , The Washington Post)
Seacrest re-ups on 'American Idol'
Fox announces that it has re-signed the host of the singing-competition series. Variety reports that Seacrest will stay on for two more seasons.
(, The Washington Post)
A Far Cry plays to its own beat
String orchestra's "collective" system proves a conductor isn't necessary.
( by Stephen Brookes , The Washington Post)
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SPORTS
TV and radio listings: April 24
(, The Washington Post)
Wizards win, set to keep Grunfeld
Washington beats Charlotte for its first four-game winning streak in four years amid news that team President Ernie Grunfeld will return.
( by Michael Lee , The Washington Post)
Siegel to head USA Track and Field
USA Track and Field announces that former NASCAR and music industry executive Max Siegel will become the organization's fourth chief executive.
(, The Washington Post)
Grunfeld, Wizards need to stick together
OPINION | If the mandate was to go young, collect draft picks, save money and not worry about competing for a playoff spot in the foreseeable future, then Ernie Grunfeld has done his job and deserves to return as Wizards president.
(, The Washington Post)
Seth Greenberg era ends at Virginia Tech
Virginia Tech AD Jim Weaver cites incessant staff turnover as sign that Hokies' men's basketball program needed new direction.
( by Mark Giannotto , The Washington Post)
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WORLD
U.S. meeting with China to avoid unfolding murder case
China's political scandal, in which the United States played a small, but critical role — is one neither side is likely to broach in May talks.
( by Karen DeYoung and Lena H. Sun , The Washington Post)
E.U. suspends most Burma sanctions
E.U. foreign ministers decided to suspend sanctions against Burma in recognition of democratic reforms after half a century of military rule.
( By Justyna Pawlak and Sebastian Moffett , The Washington Post)
In China, 'princelings' turn privilege into influence-peddling profit
China's "red nobility" is a potent network of Communist Party leaders, their families and friends.
( by Andrew Higgins , The Washington Post)
A gift that didn't quite translate
When a U.S. soldier bought new boots for the Afghans she worked with, one important aspect of the gesture was lost.
( by Greg Jaffe , The Washington Post)
Washington double-talk on nukes
The U.S. needs a consistent position on nonproliferation if its efforts to lower the nuclear weapons threat is to be taken seriously.
(, The Washington Post)
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LIVE DISCUSSIONS
Got Plans? With the Going Out Gurus
Got Plans? Discuss great ideas for local entertainment, dates and family fun.
(, vForum)
Got Plans? The Going Out Gurus and restaurateur Aaron Gordon discussed Washington restaurants, nightlife, weekend outings and more.
Got Plans? Discuss great ideas for local entertainment, dates and family fun.
(, vForum)
Advice from Slate's 'Dear Prudence'
Live discussion with Slate advice columnist Dear Prudence, a.k.a. Emily Yoffe.
(, vForum)
How policies, not people, make real changes in the environment
Gernot Wagner discussed how to make a real impact on the environment through policies, not people.
(, vForum)
Dr. Gridlock
The Washington Post's Dr. Gridlock, Robert Thomson, will be online to take all your questions about Metro, traffic throughout the region and other transportation issues.
(, vForum)
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TECHNOLOGY
Netflix shares fall on slow growth forecast
Netflix shares are plummeting following the company's Q1 results.
( by Hayley Tsukayama , The Washington Post)
Asus Transformer Pad 300 wants to replace your laptop
The latest tablet from Asus tries to sell on its productivity
( by Hayley Tsukayama , The Washington Post)
Facebook deal with Instagram hits $1B
Facebook acquired Instagram for 23 million shares of its common stock and $300 million in cash, updated filing shows.
( by Hayley Tsukayama , The Washington Post)
Microsoft sells most of AOL patents to Facebook
Facebook and Microsoft have struck a $550 million deal for 650 AOL patents.
( by Hayley Tsukayama , The Washington Post)
Intel's Ivy Bridge processors look to be faster and use less power
The new chips, to launch this week, feature "3-D transistors," an idea the company has been working on for a little more than 10 years.
( by Hayley Tsukayama , The Washington Post)
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EDITORIAL
The Syrian charade
The crisis unfolds in predictable fashion.
(, The Washington Post)
Split decision no disaster
Supreme Court would survive a 5-4 health-care ruling.
(, The Washington Post)
A chance for more Md. school reform
New superintendent shows promise.
(, The Washington Post)
Committing to Afghanistan
The president must act to reinforce partnership.
(, The Washington Post)
(, The Washington Post)
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BUSINESS
China Politburo's Zhou Calls for Party Loyalty in Speech
Chinese Communist Party officials should uphold party principles and "be consistent" with the central committee, Zhou Yongkang, a member of the elite Politburo Standing Committee, said in a speech released today.
( by Bloomberg News Bloomberg News , Bloomberg)
Facebook revenue slides in quarter
Facebook reported its first quarter-to-quarter revenue slide in at least two years, a sign that the social network's sizzling growth may be cooling as it prepares to go public.
( Reuters , The Washington Post)
Political scientists' crystal ball
Ezra Klein describes a formula that is surprisingly good at predicting election outcomes.
(, The Washington Post)
Lamborghini Urus unveiled
Built with Italian design for an intended U.S. military contract, the Lamborghini LM002 was and remains an unprecedented departure from the brand's sleek and stylish supercar ethos. The Lamborghini Urus, the brand's second SUV, is much less so.
( by Nelson Ireson | HighGearMedia.com , highgearmedia.com)
Dutch government falls in backlash over austerity measures
The collapse of the government in one of Europe's pro-austerity nations raises the risks of a broader backlash against euro zone spending cuts and tax increases.
( by Howard Schneider , The Washington Post)
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