Tech leaders demand curbs on NSA programs

Mounting revelations are driving a renewed push for significant legislative action from an industry that has long tried to stay above the fray in Washington.

DHS workers routinely boost pay with unearned overtime

The “entrenched” practice costs the Department of Homeland Security millions of dollars every year, report says.

The Clintons speak to guests at the Clinton Global Initiative. (Getty)

Clintons signal potential theme for ’16

Their message — sharp criticism of the gridlock that is paralyzing Washington — seems to contain an implicit rebuke of Obama.

Federal appeals court reinstates most of Texas’s new abortion restrictions

Federal appeals court reinstates most of Texas’s new abortion restrictions

Ruling means some clinics won’t be able to perform the procedure starting as soon as Friday.

Obama aides considered replacing Biden with Clinton, new book says

Obama aides considered replacing Biden with Clinton, new book says

Strategists secretly explored the possibility in late 2011 of putting Hillary Clinton on the ticket, it says.

Early health plan enrollment favors Medicaid over private insurance

Early health plan enrollment favors  Medicaid over private insurance

If the trend continues, states could face a costly burden that private insurance was meant to offset.

Unless you and your loved ones plan
to live forever, watch this TV series

Unless you and your loved ones plan <br>to live forever, watch this TV series

TV REVIEW | Showtime’s “Time of Death” docu-series looks death right in the face — and finds peace.

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Clean/Exhaust

Diesel technology and fuel have gone through transformations that make them cleaner than gas.

Editors’ Picks

Not your average pumpkin

PHOTOS | Pumpkin masterpieces and giant gourds are on display at the New York Botanical Garden.

WASHINGTON,DC. APRIL 24, 2012: One of the owners, Cullen Gilchrist, working the front counter at the Blind Dog Cafe on Florida Ave. near 9th St. NW in Washington, DC. on April 24, 2012 at Blind Dog Cafe, on Florida Ave. near 9th St. NW in Washington, DC. on April 24, 2012

Your picks: D.C.’s best coffee shops

PHOTOS | From classic brews to snazzy, inventive drinks and snacks, get caffeinated at these top spots.

Featured Photo Galleries

Photos of the day

First lady talks healthy foods, Congolese army drives out rebels, Hubble photographs Witch Head nebula and more.

‘The Exorcist’ still haunts us

Forty years after the movie’s debut, William Peter Blatty’s creation, based on a real story, captivates audiences.

Washington Monument fixes, up close

Repairs to external quake damage are about 80 percent complete.

Halloween around the world

Halloween time means ghosts and witches, jack-o’-lanterns and vampires — and kids and adults dressed up to celebrate.

World Series champion Boston Red Sox

Boston buries St. Louis, 6-1, to clinch its first title at Fenway since 1918.

Bedlam in Boston

Red Sox fans rejoice as their beloved baseball team wins the World Series title at home for the first time since 1918.

One year since Hurricane Sandy

As Americans mark the anniversary of the storm’s landfall on the East Coast, much evidence of its destruction remains.

Animal views

Fun and fascinating creatures around the world.

Politics

Senate GOP blocks 2 Obama nominees

Senate GOP blocks 2 Obama nominees

Lawmakers filibuster the nominations of Watt for housing post and Millett for appellate court.

More Opinions

A dangerous stalemate in Asia

A dangerous stalemate in Asia

The U.S. can facilitate healing between Japan and South Korea.

Local

McAuliffe trounces Cuccinelli in fundraising for Va. governor’s race

McAuliffe trounces Cuccinelli in fundraising for Va. governor’s race

In a single day, McAuliffe reported $510,000 and Cuccinelli raised $12,000, making a lopsided contest.

Sports

Nationals: Williams proved he was best candidate

Nationals: Williams proved he was best candidate

GM Mike Rizzo says his new manager won the job though his intelligence, communication skills.

Business

Germany decries U.S. report critical of its economic policy

Germany decries U.S. report critical of its economic policy

The Treasury Department says Germany is hampering Europe’s recovery.

Technology

How a dumbphone helped my marriage

How a dumbphone helped my marriage

INNOVATIONS | Trading my smartphone for a 7-year-old Motorola Razr saved money, and helped me focus on my family.

World

Outrage in Asia at alleged U.S. spying efforts

Outrage in Asia at alleged U.S. spying efforts

China, joined by Indonesia and other U.S. allies, expresses deep concern about reported surveillance efforts.

Federal Government

U.S. Embassy focused on free speech, free movie tickets

U.S. Embassy focused on free speech, free movie tickets

IN THE LOOP | In Australia, a film that criticizes the U.S. gets equal treatment

Lifestyle

‘Sister Act’: Nuns just want to have fun

‘Sister Act’: Nuns just want to have fun

Musical at Kennedy Center based on 1992 hit movie is strict regurgitation, plus flavorless score.

Discussions

Reliable Source Live

Reliable Source Live

TRANSCRIPT | Thoughts on Chris Brown’s D.C. arrest and celebrities who have stayed out of the gossip columns.

Diversions