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Breuer defends tenure as he prepares to step down from Justice Department
His criminal division prosecuted major cases, including the BP oil spill, but also drew sharp criticism.
( by Sari Horwitz , The Washington Post)
U.S. can save money by lowering amount paid to contractors, AFGE says
Union wants to lower cap for contractor pay from $763,000 to $200,000.
(, The Washington Post)
At benefit, eating snakehead to help the Chesapeake Bay
The point of the dinner was to persuade people to develop a taste for the bay's most fearsome fish.
( by Darryl Fears , The Washington Post)
Activists allege massacre in Aleppo
Syrian opposition activists say it was not clear who killed at least 65 people, many shot execution-style.
( by Colum Lynch and Babak Dehghanpisheh , The Washington Post)
Now confirmed as its head, Kerry sets eyes on State Department
94 to 3 vote clears the way for Kerry to formally take over from Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton.
( by Anne Gearan , The Washington Post)
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LOCAL
Sandwich generation takes hit supporting grown children, parents
The faltering economy has caused the already rising number to spike.
( by Carol Morello , The Washington Post)
Former Culpeper police officer convicted of manslaughter
Daniel Harmon-Wright fired multiple times into a vehicle, killing Patricia Cook, 54, a Sunday school teacher.
( by Justin Jouvenal , The Washington Post)
Hispanic immigrants in Washington area welcome Obama's reform efforts
At a Casa of Maryland office, more than 100 watch the president's speech on TV.
( by Pamela Constable , The Washington Post)
Thomas Jefferson High School renovation costs raise questions
Some board members in surrounding school districts are skeptical of plan that would ask them to chip in on costs.
( by Susan Svrluga and T. Rees Shapiro , The Washington Post)
Brendan Marrocco says of new limbs: 'I hated not having arms'
Army veteran who also lost both legs says he feels as if he has gotten a second chance.
( by Michael E. Ruane , The Washington Post)
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POLITICS
Gabrielle Giffords to appear at Senate committee hearing on gun violence
The former congresswoman, who was shot in 2011, will testify but is not expected to take questions.
( by Ed O'Keefe and Sari Horwitz , The Washington Post)
Texas Gov. Rick Perry: Give excess tax money back to people
The Republican makes his proposal in the state of the state address.
( Reuters , Reuters)
Deep spending cuts likely to hit federal agencies, leaders in both parties say
Lawmakers aren't optimistic they'll reach a deal to avoid the sequester.
( by Lori Montgomery , The Washington Post)
Obama makes his immigration push
President warns he'll send his more permissive proposal to Congress if lawmakers' bipartisan effort stalls.
( by Zachary A. Goldfarb and Rosalind Helderman , The Washington Post)
Va. 'Dream Act' bill clears House panel
Bill faces vote in full committee Wednesday.
( by Laura Vozzella , The Washington Post)
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STYLE
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Jon Stewart on gun control: Awkward
TV COLUMN | The "Daily Show" host was talking to Bob Costas about the sportscaster's gun laws comments.
(, The Washington Post)
Volkswagen Super Bowl ad accused of being racist
Some people were offended by the ad's Jamaican portrayal.
( by Paul Farhi , The Washington Post)
Is alternating Christmas visits fair to the faraway grandparents?
Grandparents want to share holiday customs without hogging holiday travel time from the rest of the family.
(, The Washington Post)
Why you want bad food
New book explains science behind craving sweets, snacks and fast food.
(, The Washington Post)
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BUSINESS
Watchdog questions Treasury's exit plan for Ally Financial
In report to Congress, TARP special inspector general pushes for a plan for Ally to repay taxpayers.
( by Danielle Douglas , The Washington Post)
A simpler home-office deduction
Now is your opportunity to comment on an IRS proposal for a streamlined option for the home-office deduction.
(, The Washington Post)
Post-Lehman, the urge to reform dims
Global regulators started fast in their push to protect the financial system, but major problems remain.
( by Howard Schneider and Danielle Douglas , The Washington Post)
Yahoo's Mayer delivers in first full quarter as CEO
Under Mayer, Yahoo turned in its first year-over-year revenue growth since 2008.
( by Hayley Tsukayama , The Washington Post)
Vine's porn problem won't hurt Twitter, analyst says
Twitter's recent sex scandal won't impact its bottom line or its prospects if it goes public, one analyst says.
( by Caitlin Dewey , The Washington Post)
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SPORTS
Jenkins, Gonzaga slip past Paul VI
Senior Kris Jenkins hit two huge free throws with two seconds remaining to propel No. 1 Gonzaga to victory.
( by Eric Detweiler , The Washington Post)
Seahawks survive a scare
The South Lakes girls let a 13-point halftime lead but recovered down the stretch to beat Fairfax, 50-38, and avenge their lone Liberty District defeat.
( by Preston Williams , The Washington Post)
Ballou's Holley goes on the defensive
Ballou junior Nadiya Holley locks down Anacostia's top scorer and finds her scoring touch late to lead the Knights to a 53-44 win in a DCIAA East matchup.
( by Roman Stubbs , The Washington Post)
Capitals upended in Ottawa
Washington builds a two-goal advantage after one period only to see it disappear thanks to Sergei Gonchar's game-winner on the power play with 2:30 remaining.
( by Katie Carrera , The Washington Post)
For Warriors, a sweet send-off
In its final regular season home game in its current gym, Wakefield rolls past Hayfield, 79-55, to increase its lead atop the AAA National District.
( by Brandon Parker , The Washington Post)
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TECHNOLOGY
Yahoo's Mayer delivers in first full quarter as CEO
Under Mayer, Yahoo turned in its first year-over-year revenue growth since 2008.
( by Hayley Tsukayama , The Washington Post)
Vine's porn problem won't hurt Twitter, analyst says
Twitter's recent sex scandal won't impact its bottom line or its prospects if it goes public, one analyst says.
( by Caitlin Dewey , The Washington Post)
Microsoft debuts new Office suite, with focus on the cloud
Microsoft's newest Office suite has a subscription model, free online storage — and few major changes.
( by Hayley Tsukayama , The Washington Post)
Apple announces 128GB iPad with Retina display
Apple said Tuesday that it's doubling the amount of storage in the iPad.
( by Hayley Tsukayama , The Washington Post)
Yahoo sales top analysts' estimates
Yahoo reportedincreased annual sales for the first time since 2008.
( by Douglas MacMillan Bloomberg News , Bloomberg)
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WORLD
Israel to release frozen taxes, customs revenue to Palestinian Authority
Decision affects one month of revenue; funds had been held in response to U.N. statehood bid.
( by Joel Greenberg , The Washington Post)
Departing U.S. commander worries about security vacuum to come
At the end of his tour, Gen. John R. Allen says security gains have failed to bring about effective governance.
( by Kevin Sieff , The Washington Post)
Breuer defends tenure as he prepares to step down from Justice Department
His criminal division prosecuted major cases, including the BP oil spill, but also drew sharp criticism.
( by Sari Horwitz , The Washington Post)
Activists allege massacre in Aleppo
Syrian opposition activists say it was not clear who killed at least 65 people, many shot execution-style.
( by Colum Lynch and Babak Dehghanpisheh , The Washington Post)
Egypt's military chief warns of possible 'collapse' of state as protests continue
As opposition to Islamist rule broadens, thousands gather in defiance of Morsi, curfews.
( by Abigail Hauslohner and Ingy Hassieb , The Washington Post)
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EDITORIAL
Remember our Daniel
We can't accept the status quo on guns, say parents of a child killed in the Sandy Hook massacre.
( by Mark Barden and Jackie Barden , The Washington Post)
A return to pragmatism?
Is Washington's gridlock finally lessening?
(, The Washington Post)
Tea party going cold
Republicans with 2016 ambitions are starting to shy away from the hard right.
(, The Washington Post)
Saving marriage for all
Expanding the definition to rescue the institution.
(, The Washington Post)
Obama leads from behind
The president is right to let Congress take the first crack at an immigration bill.
(, The Washington Post)
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Got Plans: Advice from the Going Out Gurus
Got Plans? Discuss great ideas for local entertainment, dates and family fun.
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Web Hostess Live: The latest from the Web
Web Hostess Monica Hesse sifts the Internet so you don't have to, searching for meaning, manners and the next great meme.
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The Fix Live
The Fix's Chris Cillizza discusses the latest in political news.
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Carolyn Hax Live: Advice columnist tackles your problems (Friday, February 01)
Advice Columnist Carolyn Hax takes your questions and tackles your problems.
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Eugene Robinson Live
Eugene Robinson discussed his latest columns and political news.
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