Obama relying more on insurers to aid signups

Health insurance companies are helping to repair the troubled online health-care marketplace as the administration prioritizes consumers’ ability to buy plans directly from the carriers.

Talks end with no deal on Iran’s nuclear program

Secretary of State John Kerry said the talks between Iran and six major powers were “very productive” and that all sides were determined to continue the efforts.

A man looks at debris of destroyed houses in Tacloban. (AFP/Getty)

Philippines fears ‘very high’ death toll

About 10,000 people may have been killed in the powerful storm that ravaged the central city of Tacloban, officials say.

Diet fueled by food stamps makes
S. Texans obese, leaves them hungry

Diet fueled by food stamps makes <br>S. Texans obese, leaves them hungry

The cheap, processed foods that many on the program can afford are also among the least nutritious.

Tales of war, permanently preserved

Tales of war, permanently preserved

A collector of letters written during America’s wars wants to make sure the authors’ stories endure.

Narrow tea party losses are a wake-up call for establishment Republicans

Narrow tea party losses are a wake-up call for establishment Republicans

Some Republicans are convinced they need to confront conservative base more aggressively.

What are airline vouchers and credits really worth? Very often, not much.

What are airline vouchers and credits really worth? Very often, not much.

COLUMN | They’ll push you to take a credit instead of a refund, but then make that credit hard to redeem.

Editors’ Picks

(l to r) Amy Adams, Bradley Cooper, Jeremy Renner, Christian Bale and Jennifer Lawrence in Columbia Pictures' AMERICAN HUSTLE. © 2013 Annapurna Productions LLC All Rights Reserved. photo by Francois Duhamel

Movies worth your time this season

PHOTOS | We’ve noted which films bring the action, which deliver laughs and which might win an Oscar.

Horse riders perform with guns to celebrate the 38th anniversary of the now famous Green March on Wednesday near city of Fes November 6, 2013. In 1975, 350,000 Moroccans took part in the Green March, a non-violent demonstration that forced Spain to relinquish control of the now disputed Western Sahara. REUTERS/Youssef Boudlal (MOROCCO - Tags: SOCIETY ANNIVERSARY TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY)

This week’s must-see news photos

From honoring the “Green March” in Morocco to the tiger cubs’ first swim, our favorite images of the week.

Picks of the Week 

The legend of ‘Lone Star’ Dietz

The legend of ‘Lone Star’ Dietz

The Redskins’ first coach and namesake talked up his Native American heritage, but there’s evidence he was an impostor.

Stop coddling the elderly

Stop coddling the elderly

OPINION | Projecting a sympathetic portrait onto all senior citizens is an exercise in political propaganda.

Is saving for college really necessary?

Is saving for college <i>really</i> necessary?

When people ask about our kids’ college plan, I say: home school. Genius, right? Apparently not.

Democratic mayoral candidate Bill de Blasio embraces his daughter Chiara as he talks to the media after voting, Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2013 in the Park Slope neighborhood of the Brooklyn borough of New York. His son Dante is at left. De Blasio is running against Republican candidate Joseph Lhota. (AP Photo/Mark Lennihan)

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Hair politic for NYC power family

The de Blasio family represents the blending of cultures in the Big Apple.

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Typhoon Haiyan slams the Philippines

Hundreds are feared dead after massive storm lashes archipelago with sustained winds exceeding 140 mph.

Too much and too little

Residents of Hidalgo County, Tex., can afford only the cheapest foods, and now those foods are wreaking havoc on their health.

Best news photos of the week

A quick way to catch up on the week’s news through our favorite photos.

Miss Universe 2013

Venezuela’s Gabriela Isler is crowned in Moscow, besting 85 other contestants.

High school students get visit to White House

First lady Michelle Obama hosts a workshop at the White House for high school students interested in careers in film.

Swift honored, Strait entertains and more CMA moments

Taylor Swift took home the Pinnacle Award. George Strait won the top award.

The de Blasios: ‘Locks on the national stage’

The hairstyles of NYC’s incoming first family help showcase the increased diversity and blending of cultures in the Big Apple.

Prince Charles and Camilla’s India tour

The British royal couple’s official visit is their third to the country and their most extensive yet.

Politics

Clinton backers in Calif. get on board early for 2016

Clinton backers in Calif. get on board early for 2016

The former secretary of state steered clear of campaign talk as she was honored for her work with Latinos.

More Opinions

The China-U.S. bond

The China-U.S. bond

By helping themselves economically, both countries can help each other.

Local

Thousands of uncounted Fairfax votes narrow gap in attorney general race

Thousands of uncounted Fairfax votes narrow gap in attorney general race

About 3,200 ballots were found, adding up to more votes for Democrat Mark Herring.

Sports

Plenty of rookie managers in the dugout

Plenty of rookie managers in the dugout

The Nationals hiring Matt Williams makes them just the latest team to hand the reins to a first-time manager.

Business

Cellulosic ethanol is off to a delayed, boisterous start

Cellulosic ethanol is off to a delayed, boisterous start

In 2007, ethanol made from corn stalks and other detritus were the way of the future. What happened since?

Technology

The Winklevoss bitcoin investment pays off

The Winklevoss bitcoin investment pays off

THE SWITCH | In April, the Winklevoss brothers said they had $11 million in bitcoins. Since then, bitcoin’s price has almost tripled.

World

Israelis swoon for ultra-Orthodox rockers

Israelis swoon for ultra-Orthodox rockers

Brothers win audience votes on TV talent show with covers of “Hotel California,” other hits.

Federal Government

Survey: Federal workers’ job satisfaction drops

Survey: Federal workers’ job satisfaction drops

Employees still say work is critical, but cite frustrations with pay, budget cuts; fewer recommend federal jobs.

Lifestyle

A new Clemons plays sax in the E Street Band

A new Clemons plays sax in the E Street Band

The musician’s uncle, Clarence, took the stage next to Springsteen for nearly 40 years before he died.

Discussions

Hank Stuever: What to Watch

Hank Stuever: What to Watch

Q&A TRANSCRIPT | The TV shows that have hit the end of their life cycle.

Diversions