Silencer probe leads to web of Pentagon secrets

A criminal investigation, soon to unravel in federal court, seems to hinge on the intended use of the automatic-rifle silencers were intended for an authorized secret mission or a rogue operation.

    Vatican shows new openness to gays, unmarried couples

    The tone of a document released by bishops at a summit on family issues with Pope Francis was pastoral toward what the church calls ‘irregular’ unions.

    The author with her 5-month-old son, Lincoln. (Irene Haggarty)

    Why I don’t breastfeed, if you must ask

    ESSAY | A new mother finds people judging her for not breast-feeding — but she has a very good reason.

      Latest Dallas Ebola case raises doubts about protocols at U.S. hospitals

      Latest Dallas Ebola case raises doubts about protocols at U.S. hospitals

      A nurse who treated an Ebola patient has contracted the disease despite wearing protective gear.

      After ‘Three Cups’ disgrace, an activist returns, ready for his resurrection

      After ‘Three Cups’ disgrace, an activist returns, ready for his resurrection

      Greg Mortenson was labeled a fraud in 2011. Now he’s back to promote his schools in Afghanistan.

      Turkey denies reaching an accord
      with U.S. on use of its air base

      Turkey denies reaching an accord <br> with U.S. on use of its air base

      But, Turkish officials said talks are continuing to let the U.S. use Incirlik Air Base against the Islamic State.

      Cousins is squandering his big chance

      Cousins is squandering his big chance

      COLUMN | At 1-5, the Redskins are facing many questions. Having Kirk Cousins at QB is not the answer.

      Giant changed how it labels meat, surprising customers and the USDA

      Giant changed how it labels meat, surprising customers and the USDA

      WONKBLOG | The change made it difficult for customers to know the quality of the meat they were buying.

      What I wish I had done to get more
      out of parent-teacher conferences

      What I wish I had done to get more <br> out of parent-teacher conferences

      ON PARENTING | Learn from the mistakes I made in attending 36 conferences over three decades.

      For all the Columbus Day uproar, establishing a holiday hasn’t been easy

      For all the Columbus Day uproar, establishing a holiday hasn’t been easy

      From Super Bowl Monday to Lunar New Year, creating a federal holiday requires having politics on your side.

      Politics

      The 6 Senate seats likely to
      flip are held by Democrats

      The 6 Senate seats likely to <br>flip are held by Democrats

      THE FIX | If the GOP wins those races, it will have the seats needed for a majority. Unless Pat Roberts loses.

      Local

      ‘Indescribable’ crash kills 2 children, 3 adults in Md.

      ‘Indescribable’ crash kills 2 children, 3 adults in Md.

      One official said the crash, in which one car rear-ended another, was among the worst he’d seen.

      Sports

      After Kevin Durant’s injury, can Thunder still roll?

      After Kevin Durant’s injury, can Thunder still roll?

      With Kevin Durant expected to miss the next six to eight weeks with a broken right foot, the Oklahoma City Thunder will have to maintain or risk sliding in a competitive Western Conference.

      Lifestyle

      The unquenchable search for Pappy Van Winkle bourbon

      The unquenchable search for Pappy Van Winkle bourbon

      The American bourbon that is the most difficult to procure has inspired a song, an app — and maybe theft.

      Arts

      PearsonWidrig DanceTheater’s ‘Rapture’

      PearsonWidrig DanceTheater’s ‘Rapture’

      Art is only half skill. The other half is something bigger. By any name, Sara Pearson and Patrik Widrig have it.

      Business

      Where America’s college grads are moving

      Where America’s college grads are moving

      Want to understand how the economy is changing? Look at which cities are attracting college grads.

      Diversions