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AP Decision Notes: What to expect in Georgia's special congressional election
Voters in Georgia’s 14th Congressional District will elect a replacement for former Republican congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene in a special election on Tuesday
Fee on health insurers to fund abortion services debated in WA Legislature
Certain insurers in Washington state could soon need to foot the bill for additional abortion grant funding.
How Markwayne Mullin Became Trump’s Homeland Security Pick
The Oklahoma senator whom President Trump chose to run the Department of Homeland Security has risen in Washington by styling himself as a MAGA warrior and Trump loyalist.
A wartime presidency defined by Trump’s unique political style
President Trump is recasting the role of wartime leader in his image, breaking from generations of practice as he attacks his domestic enemies and revels in memes.
After slashing federal jobs, Trump administration ramps up hiring
The hiring push is unfolding under new rules designed to give the White House greater influence over the government’s 2-million person civilian workforce.
Commanders should target Colts' defender to improve secondary
One free agent with local ties could be an excellent signing for the Commanders.
NFL analyst sees a busy week for the Commanders
One NFL analyst believes the Commanders will be aggressive this week to improve their 5-12 roster.
Leave the Scouts out of Washington’s politics
We want to see Irving-based Scouting America succeed.
White House Removes Republican Member of N.T.S.B.
J. Todd Inman, who was prominent in the investigation of the midair collision in Washington last year, said no reason was given for his firing two years into his term on the transportation safety board.
Difficult people in your life might make you age faster, study suggests
New research suggests that difficult people, aka hasslers, contribute to chronic stress and elevate epigenetic biomarkers associated with aging.
Iran war spreading economic damage far beyond oil and gas markets
The conflict has hit Europe and Asia harder than the United States, with rising shipping costs and energy prices.
Trump said he ended a war in Africa. U.S. sanctions say otherwise.
The administration says Rwandan-backed militants violated a Trump-brokered peace accord within days.
Future Hall of Famer could be option for Commanders
A future Hall of Famer could help improve the Commanders' pass rush in 2026.
ESPN Makes Bold Predictions for Washington Nationals in 2026
ESPN preidcts a pair of Washington Nationals stars all be able to address key weaknesses during the 2026 season
Why Spanish businesses fear escalating clash with Trump
When it comes to economic warfare, Washington is spoiled for choice.
"Please Mind Your Business": Kamal Haasan Slams Trump Amid "Permission" Row
Hitting out at the US after a top official said Washington, DC, had given India "permission" to buy Russian oil after the Middle East conflict disrupted global supply chains, actor-politician Kamal Haasan has said India does not take orders
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China Eyes ‘Landmark’ Year for US Ties, Urges End to Iran War
China’s top diplomat called for an immediate end to hostilities in the Middle East, criticizing US actions while signaling that the turmoil won’t derail steadying ties with Washington.
New York Yankees @ Washington Nationals: Will Warren vs. Josiah Gray
The Yankees bring their prospects to bear in Grapefruit League action
CAA WOMEN’S BASKETBALL RECAP
RICHMOND, Va. (Mar. 7, 2026) – The final games of the CAA Women’s Basketball regular season are in the books, which means the focus now shifts to Washington, D.C.
Darrell Issa won’t seek reelection after more than two decades in House
Rep. Darrell Issa (R-California) said he will not seek reelection, joining a wave of departures from Congress.
Commanders predicted to sign Eagles free agent for $92 million
Washington would sure love to swipe this guy away.
Op-Ed: State income tax proposal will destroy minority-owned businesses and hurt our communities
Washington’s proposed state income tax on earnings above $1 million threatens to undermine the progress and stability of minority-owned businesses at a time when our state’s entrepreneurial diversity ...
WA's small businesses, startups weigh impacts 'millionaires tax'
As Washington considers a new tax targeting highly paid workers, debate rages on over its potential impacts on businesses and the state's startup culture.
Long-delayed Jan. 6 plaque honoring police quietly erected overnight at Capitol
The memorial honoring officers who defended the Capitol was required by law to be installed by March 2023.
Guest column | The surprising health benefits of natural light exposure
Sunlight can have positive effects on your sleep, mood, metabolic health and more. Here’s how much exposure you need to see benefits, and how to get it safely.
Trump plans to revoke Biden tax rule that cracked down on big business abuses
The Biden administration said large partnerships were illegally avoiding hundreds of billions in taxes. Trump says they shouldn’t have to report the transactions.
Commanders predicted to steal top edge rusher from Eagles
The Washington Commanders need to add on defense and one writer thinks there's a clear option in free agency.
One hidden impact of redistricting? A more polarized Congress.
New maps are forcing incumbents into early retirement or ideologically driven primaries, creating a more partisan House.
Governor Bob Ferguson
I’ve said from the beginning of the discussion around the Millionaires’ Tax: Any bill I sign must send a significant percentage of that revenue back to Washington families and small business owners....
NFL analyst makes 3 bold free-agency predictions for Commanders
This prediction would sure make a lot of Commanders' fans happy.
Stand Up for Science rallies to be held nationwide Saturday
Organizers said they’re worried about cuts to medical research funding. News4’s Dominique Moody reports.
Man convicted in political assassination plot he tied to Iranian paramilitary
A Pakistani business owner who tried to hire hit men to kill a U.S. politician has been convicted in a trial that showcased allegations of Iran-backed plotting on American soil
Students engage with learning at science fair
Hundreds of students participated in the George Washington Carver Science Fair hosted by Temple University.
Controversial top vaccine regulator to depart FDA
Vinay Prasad, the top regulator overseeing vaccines and complex treatments for difficult diseases, had previously lost his job in July before getting it back less than two weeks later.
Popular prediction markets take heat from lawmakers
Kalshi and Polymarket are surging in popularity, but some lawmakers in Washington want to put regulations on prediction markets
Justice Department releases missing Epstein files related to Trump
It was another busy week in Washington. We discuss Kristi Noem getting fired from her position as Secretary of Homeland Security and the new release of missing Epstein files related to President Trump. Note: This episode contains descriptions of sexual assault. This episode: senior White House correspondent Tamara Keith, immigration policy correspondent Ximena Bustillo, political reporter Stephen Fowler and senior political editor and correspondent Domenico Montanaro.This podcast was produced by Casey Morell and edited by Rachel Baye. Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.Listen to every episode of the NPR Politics Podcast sponsor-free, unlock access to bonus episodes with more from the NPR Politics team, and support public media when you sign up for The NPR Politics Podcast+ at plus.npr.org/politics.
WA proposal aimed at opening up mental health care in trades industry
A bill passed by the Washington Legislature will require behavioral health training in construction trades, where suicide is seen at higher rates.
Analysis | Since when do senators anoint their successors?
The Washington Post’s essential guide to power and influence in D.C.
Experts see a wide data gap in women's sports science. This WNBA team owner wants to fix it
New York Liberty owner Clara Wu Tsai has a vested interest in getting the most out of female athletes
White House seeks to put a Trump-style stamp on college sports
President Trump plans to host television executives, officials from college sports conferences and former players as he seeks to put his stamp on college sports.
White House seeks to put a Trump-style stamp on college sports
President Trump plans to host television executives, officials from college sports conferences and former players as he seeks to put his stamp on college sports.
Blake Butera reviews Washington Nationals' 2026 starting rotation
Ducks bolster blue line, acquire veteran John Carlson from Capitals
The 36-year-old defenseman has 10 goals and 36 assists this season in the nation's capital. Carlson spent 17 seasons with the Washington organization, including a 2018 Stanley Cup.
SPORTS: VGK trade for Nic Dowd, prep Vegas return Friday & Lady Rebels earn #2 seed in MWT
The Vegas Golden Knights have acquired center Nic Dowd in a trade with the Washington Capitols, the teams announced Thursday.In exchange, Vegas is sending goalt
Commanders re-sign former 49ers' second-round pick
The Commanders continue to build depth along the defensive line ahead of free agency.
Trump riffs on war, baseball and Barron as Messi visits the White House
The celebration of Inter Miami’s championship and Lionel Messi’s arrival at the White House became a slalom between major geopolitical events and Trump’s fandom.
Building climate-ready healthcare facilities across Indonesia
The World Health Organization (WHO), working with the Ministry of Health and partners, developed the Climate-Resilient and Environmentally Sustainable Health Care Facilities assessment tools. These were adapted from WHO's global framework and integrated into the SIKELIM platform, a digital system that maps disaster-affected facilities in real time. The tools help facilities assess vulnerabilities across systems including workforce capacity, water and sanitation WASH and waste, energy, infrastructure and technology.
Trump turns to an Oklahoma senator with a fighter's reputation as his next choice to lead DHS
President Donald Trump’s plans to nominate Sen. Markwayne Mullin of Oklahoma to take over as Homeland Security secretary follow a meteoric political rise for the plumbing company owner who was first elected to Congress in 2012
How small, local businesses can work with NFL for the 2027 draft in DC
Officials with the Washington Commanders, the NFL and Events D.C. announced the launch of the 2027 NFL Draft Source Program to get local businesses involved.
Why it matters that the government is messing with health databases
There is no replacement for reliable data from federal government databases.
How Markwayne Mullin Became the Most Influential Business Owner in Trump's Washington
The Oklahoma entrepreneur ran for Congress as an outsider challenging the system. Now tapped to run DHS, he's become the ultimate insider.
House GOP leaders call on Rep. Gonzales to end reelection campaign
House Republican leaders made the request hours after Gonzales admitted, for the first time, to an affair with a staffer who later died after setting herself on fire.
Salesforce president addresses Benioff ICE jokes in meeting with staff
President Robin Washington discussed how the company is responding, after some employees and executives complained about Benioff's ICE jokes.
ECU Health agrees to sell home and hospice care services division
ECU home health offices in Greenville, Windsor, Washington and Kenansville will transition their operations to Liberty Home Care and Hospice as a result of the sale.
ESPN, Disney, Pixar and National Hockey League Team Up for Inside Out Classic
ESPN+, Disney+, Disney Channel, and Disney XD to present real-time animated presentation of Washington Capitals vs. New York Rangers on Sunday, April 5 at 7 p.m. ET
Service & Solidarity Spotlight: Politics and Prose Workers Ratify New Contract That Includes Wage Increases
United Food and Commercial Workers (UFCW) Local 400 members who work at Politics and Prose bookstores in Washington, D.C., voted to ratify a new union contract last week.
'Christ is king' becomes a loaded phrase in US political debates, especially on the right
On its own, the phrase “Christ is king” sums up a core tenet of the Christian faith, that Jesus is the divine ruler of the universe
A new poll shows who Americans trust over the CDC
The new findings come after the Trump administration in January took the unprecedented step of overhauling the CDC’s routine childhood immunization schedule.
Should you take a supplement for heart health? Here’s what the science says.
A lot of supplements claim to help your heart. But the list of those that actually may be beneficial is short, experts say.
Should you take a supplement for heart health? Here’s what the science says.
A lot of supplements claim to help your heart. But the list of those that actually may be beneficial is short, experts say.
Huskies Dispatch Fading Trojans
The Washington Huskies have made a habit this year of coming up short against good opponents due to limited offensive options. Zoom Diallo and Hannes Steinbach have been excellent, but haven’t received enough support from the rest of the roster. On Wednesday night, Diallo and Steinbach were so good that they didn’t need much support. […]
Latest mock draft has Commanders landing Ohio State star
The Washington Commanders need to get better on defense and there's a clear option in the draft.
‘A breath of fresh air’: Sen. Danforth and Bradley tackle broken politics and urge compromise
Senator John C. Danforth and Bill Bradley reflected on their experiences in Washington and charted out a potential path forward for American politics, Feb. 25.
What did Ravens TE Isaiah Likely say about joining Commanders?
Ravens tight end Isaiah Likely has been a popular topic of conversation for Commanders' fans. What would he think about going to Washington?
China's parliament rolls out economic, political blue-print; here's what you need to know
China's political elite gathered in Beijing on Thursday as President Xi Jinping unveiled a sweeping roadmap for the country’s economic and political future, delivered against a backdrop of sharpening tech competition with Washington and mounting geopolitical friction.
Beyond the Valley – Entertainment: Riverboats schedule 2026 stops in Marietta
MARIETTA — A schedule has been announced for two passenger river cruise ships that will be in Marietta this summer. The American Melody and the American Heritage will make a combined 14 stops in Marietta between July 1 and Aug. 24 at the levee on the Ohio River, the Marietta-Washington County Convention and Visitors Bureau […]
House Oversight Committee subpoenas Attorney General Pam Bondi
Bondi has faced criticism from Democrats, and some Republicans, over the Justice Department’s handling of the Epstein files.
Standoff shuts down Richland business complex off George Washington Way
Police said they were looking for a wanted person.
Justice Dept., Under Pressure From Trump, Fails to Build Autopen Case Against Biden
Prosecutors in the U.S. attorney’s office in Washington were unable to build a case, underscoring the department’s increasing inability to follow through on the president’s desire to indict his rivals.
25 Things for Spring: College football teams, names, storylines to know entering the 2026 season
The most important developments in college football this spring won't just happen on practice fields. They'll unfold in locker rooms, courtrooms and the corridors of power in Washington
Washington Capitals to Host Hockey Talks in Partnership with MedStar Health on March 9
MSE Foundation to Present Shoulder Check with $10,000 Donation During March 9 Game
GW Leaders Discuss Sale of Virginia Science and Technology Campus | GW Today | The George Washington University
Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer Bruno Fernandes and Interim Provost John Lach address questions about the sale.
Former Commanders OC vindicated by Cardinals' Kyler Murray decision
It should be another busy offseason for quarterback movement in the NFL, and a notable name was added to the mix.
Flu was again worse than covid this winter. Is that pattern here to stay?
Flu has overtaken covid in infections and hospitalizations during the winter respiratory virus season, and their virulence is becoming similar.
Talarico wins Democratic primary for U.S. Senate in Texas
Talarico, a state lawmaker, positioned himself as an effective messenger to moderates and disaffected Republicans in his win over Rep. Jasmine Crockett.
Is platonic female friend killing my chances at love? Hax readers give advice.
Letter writer enjoys his close “asexual friendship” much more than dating but worries he will live to regret this choice.
Magic rout visiting Wizards behind Paolo Banchero’s 37 points
ORLANDO, Fla. — Entering Tuesday’s game against the Wizards, the Magic knew they’d already be without Franz Wagner, who is managing an extended rehab of a left high ankle sprain. Then, in the hours leading up to tipoff, Orlando learned it would also be without Anthony Black (right quad contusion) for the second game in a row and Wendell Carter Jr. (left ankle soreness) while hosting Washington ...
A property tax revolt spreads across states, but election-year cuts hit opposition
States across the country are pushing to cut property taxes as homeowners complain about rising bills
#dubai #expatexperience #dubailife #expat #expatcommunity
The thought of leaving Dubai fills Kiran Ali with dread. Ali, a Washington, DC, import, moved to Dubai in March 2024. Speaking to Business Insider on Tuesday, she said she'll only leave Dubai if it becomes dangerous for her two young kids. "Dubai is the most fulfilled and happy I have been in my adult life," she said. "I have an incredible career, a purpose in community organizing, and great work life balance." For more than two decades, Dubai has marketed itself as a safe haven for expats with zero income tax, high salaries, and a luxury lifestyle. But the US and Israel's strikes on Iran over the weekend have thrown the Middle East into turmoil and raised questions about Dubai's future as a business, tourism, and expat hub. Read more about how expats on the ground aren't giving up on their expat dream so easily on Business Insider: https://lnkd.in/eM_ARYRU (Credit: Getty Images) #dubai #expatexperience #dubailife #expat #expatcommunity
Scientists create autism panel, citing RFK Jr.’s politicization of research
The scientists launched the independent autism advisory panel to counter what they see as the politicization of research by Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
Noem will testify in the Senate in her first appearance since 2 Minneapolis protesters' deaths
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem testifies in the Senate as backlash grows over deadly immigration enforcement actions tied to President Donald Trump’s deportation push
The cost of chaos at the CDC
Confusion at the federal level and funding cuts are devastating local health departments.
What Tuesday’s big midterm contests will reveal about Trump and Democrats
New congressional maps will debut in Texas and North Carolina as Republicans try to defend their majorities and Democrats hope they can flip both chambers.
How Trump assassination attempts played into his decision to attack Iran
President Donald Trump acknowledged for the first time a personal rationale for attacking Iran: “I got him before he got me.”
World Birth Defects Day: “Behind every diagnosis is a story that deserves to be supported through strong public policies and strengthened health systems”
Interview with Pablo Durán, Regional Advisor on Perinatal and Neonatal Health at PAHOWashington, D.C., March 3, 2026 (PAHO) – Today marks World Birth Defects Day, an opportunity to raise awareness about a group of conditions that remain one of the leading causes of neonatal mortality and childhood disability in the Region of the Americas. Although many can be prevented or treated, thousands of families each year face diagnoses that require specialized care, continuous follow-up, and comprehensive support.
Don't expect Deebo Samuel back with Commanders in 2026
It's looking unlikely that Deebo Samuel will return to Commanders in 2026.
GOP congressman enters Texas primary fighting to keep his job after allegations of an affair
Republican Rep. Tony Gonzales of Texas is seeking to fend off a primary challenge that comes as he faces calls to resign over allegations of having an affair with an aide
North Carolina primary could mean Roy Cooper vs Michael Whatley in pivotal fall Senate race
North Carolina’s U.S. Senate primary will set up a high-stakes race in the fall that could decide control of the chamber
A mess in Texas? What to watch in Tuesday's primaries
The 2026 midterm season begins in earnest on Tuesday with two of the nation’s most consequential Senate primaries playing out in Texas
War in Iran jolts final day of campaigning in Texas primary
Candidates in Texas’ tightly competitive U.S. Senate primary were treading carefully in response to news of U.S. and Israeli strikes against Iran
Supreme Court blocks redrawing of Republican’s district in New York
A state trial court ordered the state to redraw the district to include a greater number of Black and Latino voters.
Democrats’ newfound unity faces a test after US and Israeli strikes on Iran
Democrats stay mostly united against President Donald Trump, but the strikes on Iran are starting to reveal some splits in the party
In Their Words: How Trump's and his administration's statements on Iran evolved and conflicted
President Donald Trump and his team have given shifting and sometimes conflicting reasons for striking Iran, even as they claim the mission a total success
House panel releases videos of Clinton depositions in Epstein investigation
Former president Bill Clinton and former secretary of state Hillary Clinton appeared last week before the Republican-led House Oversight Committee.
Trump pushes back on mounting criticism about his Iran war battle plan as conflict spreads
President Donald Trump is pushing back on criticism that he hasn’t done enough to explain why it was necessary to start a war with Iran now or to articulate his vision for an endgame to the escalating conflict
Former Trump Cabinet secretary Ryan Zinke won't seek reelection to a Montana US House seat
A Republican lawmaker from Montana who served as interior secretary during President Donald Trump’s first administration says he will not seek reelection to a fifth term
Cuba's president pushes for 'urgent' changes to island's economic and business model
Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel says his government should “immediately” focus on implementing urgent transformations to the island’s economic and social model as oil reserves in the Caribbean country dwindle
Olin to host ‘Business of Being Well’ March 31
WashU Olin Business School will host its annual spring symposium, aimed at improving health outcomes. The daylong event offers participants business-driven perspectives on health and the chance to connect with peers from WashU and beyond.