Health-care site contractor tied to firm that botched other IT projects

More than 100 of the main contractor’s employees and executives once worked at a company with a history of problems with at least 20 government projects.

Obama’s health-law fix sends insurers, officials scrambling

Regulators say they were blindsided by the proposal, which few would accept.

From left: Consuelos, Goodman, Johnson, Malloy in "Alpha House." (AP)

A canary in a gold mine for Amazon?

Getting Washington’s stamp of approval is no easy task. Getting “Doonesbury” creator Garry Trudeau to back an original online series was even harder. Yet “Alpha House” has made believers.

Lawyer: Documents in Marine corpse urination case improperly classified

Lawyer: Documents in Marine corpse urination case improperly classified

After he was removed from duty, the lawyer charged the information could have helped defend the men.

Family of military in U.S. illegally will not be deported, rules Obama

Family of military in U.S. illegally will not be deported, rules Obama

The administration is using its policy-making authority on a change that will impact thousands.

For families of those in Philippines,
a sense of ‘I just hope they are alive’

For families of those in Philippines,<br> a sense of ‘I just hope they are alive’

Salon owner Ellen Gruspe awaits any news about her family living in the area hardest hit by the typhoon.

Holiday wish list: An iPad like Mom’s

Holiday wish list: An iPad like Mom’s

With more children playing with their parents’ tablets, makers are hoping to cash in with kid-friendly versions.

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The week’s best news photos

PHOTOS | From rowing across the Atlantic Ocean to typhoon aftermath, these images tell the week’s story.

Miles Scott, 5, dressed as Batkid, waits in a Lamborghini 'Batmobile' as he and Batman get ready to stop a bank robbery in San Francisco, Friday, Nov. 15, 2013. San Francisco turned into Gotham City on Friday, as city officials helped fulfill Scott's wish to be 'Batkid.' Scott, a leukemia patient from Tulelake in far Northern California, was called into service on Friday morning by San Francisco Police Chief Greg Suhr to help fight crime, The Greater Bay Area Make-A-Wish Foundation says.   (AP Photo/Bay Area News Group, Gary Reyes)

‘Batkid’ lives his dream for a day

PHOTOS | Thousands of strangers help a young cancer patient’s superhero fantasy become a reality.

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A Vietnam vet’s journey to healing

A Vietnam vet’s journey to healing

Scott Riley lived a life of drugs and crime for decades before rebuilding his life and family through writing.

In ‘Ask a Slave,’ George Washington’s maid has answers — and a message

In ‘Ask a Slave,’ George Washington’s maid has answers — and a message

Azie Dungey is one of a growing number of black women taking on modern issues with a bit of satire.

Tina Turner and other famous Americans who gave up citizenship

Tina Turner and other famous Americans who gave up citizenship

What’s citizenship got to do with it? Turner is just one in a long line of folks who have turned their back on the blue passport.

WASHINGTON - JANUARY 1: A view of the Hay Adams Hotel January 1, 2009 in Washington, DC. President-elect Barack Obama will initially stay at the hotel with his family because the Blair House will be occupied. (Photo by Brendan Smialowski/Getty Images)

The Hay-Adams Hotel. (Getty Images)

Secret Service agents cut from Obama detail after report

Ruckus at a hotel and reported misconduct leads to an internal review of the president’s protective detail.

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Best news photos of the week

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

Batkid rescues San Francisco from evildoers

Thanks to the Make-A-Wish Foundation, a 5-year-old boy rushes to the city’s rescue.

Goodbye, ‘God of Cricket’

As he retires after a 24-year career, India’s Sachin Tendulkar leaves a legacy unmatched by any other cricketer.

Toronto Mayor Rob Ford in the spotlight

The embattled leader of Canada’s largest city, who has admitted that he has smoked crack, has been stripped of some powers.

Possible sinkhole forces evacuations in Florida

Residents of several homes in Pinellas County are relocated as officials try to evaluate the situation.

Photos of the day

Philippine residents struggle to recover, U.S. wildlife officials crush confiscated ivory and more.

Typhoon Haiyan slams the Philippines

Thousands are feared dead after a massive storm lashes the archipelago with sustained winds exceeding 140 mph.

Animal views

Baby cheetahs, rhinoceros relocation in Kenya, an American mastodon fossil and more.

Politics

Why ObamaCare threatens Democrats

Why ObamaCare threatens Democrats

GOVBEAT | President Obama won by pledging to make government work. His party will suffer when it doesn’t.

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Not good enough in Burma

Not good enough in Burma

Buddhist attacks on minority Muslims threaten the nation’s future.

Local

Va. taxpayers pay more than $575,000
in McDonnell gifts scandal legal fees

Va. taxpayers pay more than $575,000<br> in McDonnell gifts scandal legal fees

New invoices show the state has racked up a $330,000 bill for legal counsel over the past three months.

Sports

Third-period comeback: Take two

Third-period comeback: Take two

Washington stages a third-period rally for a second consecutive game, making up a two-goal deficit in Detroit before winning in a shootout.

Business

JPMorgan reaches $4.5B settlement with investors

JPMorgan reaches $4.5B settlement with investors

An agreement with asset managers, pension funds and insurance funds yields $4.5 billion.

Technology

PlayStation 4 needs time to mature

PlayStation 4 needs time to mature

REVIEW | Sony’s powerful new console plays like a dream, but it hasn’t realized its full potential.

World

Will Syria win war, but lose the peace?

Will Syria win war, but lose the peace?

The Assad regime is gaining ground militarily, complicating efforts to persuade the rebels to negotiate.

Federal Government

USPS loses $5B despite revenue gain

USPS loses $5B despite revenue gain

FEDERAL EYE | Defenders say agency would posted a net profit but for the burden of pre-funding future retiree health benefits.

Lifestyle

An Elton John show that could have benefited from a few more sequins

An Elton John show that could have benefited from a few more sequins<br>

REVIEW | At the Verizon Center, the singer sticks to the hits — and he’s got a lot of them — but he’s lost quite a bit on the showmanship scale.

Discussions

Color of Money Live

Color of Money Live

Q&A TRANSCRIPT | How do I know if I’m saving enough for retirement?

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