U.S. officials harbor doubts
on NSA plan

Some U.S. officials fear the president’s push to swiftly revamp the phone-data collection program is unworkable.

Syrian official clashes with U.S., U.N. at peace talks

Syria’s government sets a bitter tone at the opening of talks meant to end the country’s long and bloody civil war

3 protesters dead in standoff with police in Ukraine

The U.S. Embassy in Kiev says it has revoked visas for Ukrainians it deems responsible for violence.

Robert McDonnell makes a statement to the press with Maureen. (AP)

McDonnell, wife charged in gifts case

Authorities say that Robert McDonnell and his wife accepted gifts and loans worth at least $165,000 from a wealthy businessman.

6 most interesting indictment details

Shopping trips, checks, a vacation and a Ferrari loan to the first couple are disclosed in charging documents.

Oil to start flowing in controversial Keystone pipeline’s southern leg

Oil to start flowing in controversial Keystone pipeline’s southern leg

The northern section of the controversial TransCanada project is still awaiting approval.

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Inside the living forest

PHOTOS | Clark Vandergrift’s “Tree People” brings a certain air of magic from the redwoods to real life.

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Try reading this while standing

GRAPHIC | Sitting too long can cause health hazards including organ damage and foggy thinking.

Featured Photo Galleries

Photos of the day

Clashes in Ukraine, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Japanese dolphin hunt and more.

Snowfall in D.C. region

The region faced intense snowfall late afternoon and early evening Tuesday, along with strong winds and cold temperatures.

Animal views

Japanese snow monkeys, twin polar bears, saltwater crocodile, blessing of the animals, puppy mill rescue and more.

2014’s fascinating images

Odd, unusual and interesting photos taken around the world this year.

Saving Syrian lives

Hundreds of doctors and health workers are trying to help those affected by the war as the humanitarian crisis deepens.

In remembrance of Martin Luther King Jr.

People honor the slain civil rights activist on the weekend of his federal holiday.

Concept cars through the years

We’ve compiled some images of concept cars over the years. Some of them you may remember, some not. Take a gander.

Sacrifices of the Wises

Two of Mary and Jean Wise’s four children were killed in Afghanistan. Both had families of their own.

Politics

7 things that are ‘out’ in 2014, according to the McDonnell indictment

7 things that are ‘out’ in 2014, according to the McDonnell indictment

THE FIX | From political patronage to texting, the ex-Virginia governor made these things uncool in 2014.

More Opinions

Christie’s 2016 preview

Christie’s 2016 preview

RIGHT TURN | Gov. Chris Christie’s inauguration speech sounds the opening bell for 2016.

Lifestyle

What’s Dumplingfest? 60 guests and 600 dumplings in a mother’s honor.

What’s Dumplingfest? 60 guests and 600 dumplings in a mother’s honor.

A Mount Pleasant family’s huge annual event honors the New Year and a mom’s Korean tradition.

Arts

‘Mormon Boy Trilogy’ displays keen eye for the absurd

‘Mormon Boy Trilogy’ displays keen eye for the absurd

Though sometimes wrenching, Steven Fales’s autobiographical one-man shows pack in humor.

Local

Democrat wins state Senate seat in N.Va — and maybe control of chamber

Democrat wins state Senate seat in N.Va  — and maybe control of chamber

Thousands of voters braved the snow to cast ballots in an unusual, three-way contest.

Sports

Gruden: No ‘Hard Knocks,’ thanks

Gruden: No ‘Hard Knocks,’ thanks

DC SPORTS BOG | Even though Jay Gruden’s Bengals experience with the show “was kind of fun,” the new Redskins coach says he would rather not do it again.

Technology

Verizon buys Intel’s cloud TV service

Verizon buys Intel’s cloud TV service

The telecom giant says it will use the OnCue project to deliver “over-the-top” online video services.

Business

Oil to start flowing in controversial Keystone pipeline’s southern leg

Oil to start flowing in controversial Keystone pipeline’s southern leg

The northern section of the controversial TransCanada project is still awaiting approval.

Real Estate

Real Estate Matters | CFPB’s new ‘qualified mortgage’ rule now in effect

Real Estate Matters | CFPB’s new ‘qualified mortgage’ rule now in effect

Lenders must now ensure that borrowers have the ability to repay the loans.

Federal Government

VA software glitch exposed veterans’ information

VA software glitch exposed veterans’ information

FEDERAL EYE | A defect allowed veterans to view and change each other’s accounts on the eBenefits system.

World

Trial for Chinese activist draws wary crowd

Scores of supporters sneak into a courthouse complex to offer cautious, careful support.

Discussions

Why neighborhood listservs matter

Why neighborhood listservs matter

Q&A TRANSCRIPT | Clinton Yates discusses life in the District in his weekly Capital Citizen chat.

Diversions