The reductions, including slashing development aid by half ahead of U.S. troops pulling out, drew no noticeable opposition from the White House.
The GOP’s goals include creating new visas for foreign workers, strengthening border security while providing a path toward citizenship for undocumented immigrants, people briefed say.
French Jews enjoy coffee in Netanya. (William Booth/Post)
Immigration from France is growing and some attribute the rise to a weak economy and anti-Semitism in their former country.
One Cabinet member will not attend the State of the Union. Four past "survivors" share their experiences.
The ruling states it is not about the merits of the case, but allows a circuit court to consider an appeal.
New rules will expand the types of activities that get tax breaks, possibly saving companies millions.
Changing political dynamics and public opinion have made it a key for elections and races nationwide.
Parents have long dreaded school closures and the havoc they cause to work and child-care schedules.
Montgomery County must examine whether it could have prevented the slaying of two children.
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A commando-style assault on a cozy bistro that catered to the foreign elite ends an era for one community.
We know sitting too much is bad, but how exactly does it impact our bodies? Four experts weigh in.
A police officer walks in the Olympic Park. (Reuters)
COLUMN | The IOC jeopardized the safety of athletes and fans for the benefit of Vladimir Putin’s ego.
Smithsonian’s Udvar-Hazy Center, protests continue in Ukraine, Belgium’s Afghan asylum seekers and more.
Gov. Jerry Brown declared a drought emergency and is asking the state’s residents to cut back on water use by 20 percent.
Japanese snow monkeys, twin polar bears, saltwater crocodile, blessing of the animals, puppy mill rescue and more.
The region faced intense snowfall, strong winds and bitter cold Tuesday and Wednesday.
Hundreds of doctors and health workers are trying to help those affected by the war as the humanitarian crisis deepens.
SHE THE PEOPLE | Their growing importance in public life is evident in two images related to the upcoming State of the Union address.
The 101-year-old institution is still a place for politicians and one-percenters to see and be seen.
Aiming to address a gender gap in the arts, the Women’s Voices Theatre Festival provides a platform.
The move puts new pressure on the governor to involve himself in the attorney general’s decision.
Bradley Beal scores seven of Washington’s final eight points and Marcin Gortat scores14 points in his Phoenix homecoming.
In a birthday video, Apple whirls through the Mac’s history with interviews from artists.
The agency says the auditor loaned employees to clients, compromising their independence.
The owner bought the home four years before opening Urban Country and in many ways it is a reflection of the store.
FEDERAL EYE | The agency and its unionized workforce are at odds over how much is available to fill vacancies.
The opposition is building new barricades in Kiev and seizing buildings in other cities nationwide.
There are no discussions scheduled today.
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