Russia to Syria: Allow probe into suspected attack

Public statement from Syria’s most stalwart ally could add considerable weight to international calls to determine exactly what caused the deaths of scores — perhaps hundreds — of civilians.

Boehner intends a ‘short-term’ fix to avert shutdown

House speaker’s budget bill proposal would maintain the sharp automatic spending cuts known as the sequester.

Bernice King is the only one of MLK's children go into ministry. (Post, AP)

The sisters were almost forgotten

Women are now front and center in remembering a historic event in which they played a strong — but hidden — role.

Tide turns in favor of Egypt’s military

Tide turns in favor of Egypt’s military

The public’s wide rejection of Morsi is rooted in his inability to “fix” the nation and live up to expectations.

Citing Obamacare, some cities and counties are cutting back hours

Citing Obamacare, some cities and counties are cutting back hours

GOVBEAT | With the prospect of new health-care costs, administrators opt instead to reduce part-time work.

We should all listen to Antoinette Tuff

We should all listen to Antoinette Tuff

COLUMN | Her compassion and poise in talking a shooting suspect into surrendering is inspiring.

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NY city council approves NYPD oversight

NY city council approves NYPD oversight

The New York City Council voted for new oversight for the NY Police Department, and to create easier standards for racial profiling lawsuits.
Obama: College affordability is ‘crisis’

Obama: College affordability is ‘crisis’

President Obama spoke at the University of Buffalo in Upstate N.Y. Thursday, touting a plan to lower the cost of college.
Audio: Bookkeeper’s 911 call during Georgia school shooting

Audio: Bookkeeper’s 911 call during Georgia school shooting

In a tense 911 call, a school bookkeeper talks with Michael Hall, helping him surrender after she says he fired shots outside a Georgia elementary school.
Does Obama's plan miss the bus?

Does Obama's plan miss the bus?

As President Obama hits the road with a two-day bus tour, The Post’s Scott Wilson tells us three things to watch from the road.
First puppy problems

First puppy problems

Sunny, a Portuguese water dog, is the newest addition to the Obama family. Nia-Malika Henderson reminisces about the previous four-legged residents of the White House and warns Sunny about the bunny-eared photo ops in her future.
Okla. teens charged with killing Australian

Okla. teens charged with killing Australian

Three Oklahoma teens are charged with killing a college baseball player from Australia. Prosecutors say the three shot Christopher Lane “for fun.”
Obama coverage worse than royals

Obama coverage worse than royals

The U.S. Presidency is like the royal family and the head of government rolled into one, says a visiting British journalist. For Billy Kenber of the Times of London, a political figure like Obama gets no rest from coverage. Even while on vacation in Martha's Vineyard.

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FILE - In this July 19,2013 file photo, House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi of Calif., speaks during a news conference on Capitol Hill in Washington. The accomplishments are few, the chaos plentiful in the 113th Congress, a discourteous model of divided government. 'Have senators sit down and shut up, okay?’’ Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid blurted out as lawmakers milled about noisily at a time Sen. Susan Collins was trying to speak. There was political calculation even in that.  Democrats knew the Maine Republican was about rip into her own party’s leadership. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite, File)

The 30 richest members of Congress

PHOTOS | Rep. Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) is among the wealthiest lawmakers, based on financial forms.

Former Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak sits inside a cage in a courtroom in Cairo June 2, 2012. An Egyptian judge convicted Mubarak of complicity in the killings of protesters during the uprising that ended his 30-year rule and sentenced him on Saturday to life in prison.   REUTERS/Stringer (EGYPT - Tags: POLITICS CRIME LAW)

Dictators: Where are they now?

PHOTOS | They came. They ruled. They were ousted. Here’s what’s happened to the strongmen who were.

National Guard members near the Lincoln Memorial. (UPI)

‘There was this fear’

Today, the 1963 march was a triumph of hope and optimism. But in the moment, it was cause for official caution and popular anxiety.

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Photos of the day

Bradley Manning protests, Bo Xilai trial in China, California wildfire, Syrian attack victims and more.

Fukushima plant leaking highly radioactive water

Japan’s nuclear watchdog says the leak could be a sign of a new problem — eventual seeping from several storage tanks.

Yosemite National Park wildfire

The Rim Fire threatens about 2,500 homes, hotels and camp buildings near the California park.

After dolphin deaths, investigators seek cause

So far this year, 288 dolphins have been found dead along the East Coast.

Activists accuse Syria of chemical weapons attack

The opposition says the government launched a massive strike that killed scores in the Damascus suburbs.

Ben’s Chili Bowl: A D.C. institution

Since it opened in 1958, the U Street stop has been visited by neighbors, politicians and celebrities alike.

1972 Dolphins visit White House

More than 40 years after becoming only NFL team to complete perfect season, ‘72 Miami Dolphins were honored by Obama.

Animal views

Geckos, alligator acupuncture, a rare white elephant, fat cats, a swimming chimp and more.

Discussions

Hax Wedding Hootenanny

Hax Wedding Hootenanny

Join Carolyn Hax tomorrow for a special wedding-themed chat. Come and share your favorite wedding memories, horror stories and advice.

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