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Are Democrats and Republicans talking about the same country?

To the Democratic candidates, the 2016 presidential campaign is about shrinking the gap between rich and poor; combating climate change; and expanding ... >> view original

In sign of US alarm,Washingtonand Moscow begin talks over Syria...

LONDON — Defense chiefs from the United States and Russia held their first direct talks in more than a year Friday, reflecting Washington's mounting alarm ... >> view original

Obama to nominate first openly gay service secretary to lead the Army

President Obama, in a historic first for the Pentagon, has chosen to nominate Eric Fanning to lead the Army, a move that would make him the first openly gay ... >> view original

Bernie Sanders pays a visit to Stephen Colbert's 'Late Show'

When Bernie Sanders became the latest 2016 presidential hopeful to hit the late-night talk show circuit on Friday, most of the laughs came before he took stage. >> view original

The Pope's Schedule of Events in D.C.

Afterward, he'll travel around the White House Ellipse in what the Archdiocese of Washington is calling a "parade." He'll be in the open Popemobile and visible ... >> view original

Nats beat Marlins in 10 innings

It won't be long now until nights like these are frozen into memory, buried under layers of disappointment and what-might-have-beens for these Washington ... >> view original

Redskins-Rams: Key matchups forWashington'sWeek 2 matchup

Week 2 is here, and on Sunday, the Redskins host the Rams and will try to even their record at 1-1. We went over the five story lines to follow, and now here are ... >> view original

Max Scherzer uses colorful language during Matt Williams's mound...

Despite the disappointment, the Washington Nationals' season has offered memorable moments that stand alone. Friday's fiery response from Max Scherzer as ... >> view original

Woman files suit after DC Fig & Olive salmonella outbreak

Bill Marler, Donahue's attorney,said he wonders if what happened in Washington could be connected to a multi-state salmonella outbreak linked to cucumbers. >> view original