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Olympic uniforms: Stars, stripes, patches and polka dots
The 2014 Sochi Olympics will feature official team uniforms that range from the conservative to the ridiculous.
The year in space
Scientists have captured stunning images of the planets, a galaxy, a planetary nebula and more over the past 12 months.
Dine like the Obamas
The Washington-area restaurants that have been first family destinations, plus commentary from critic Tom Sietsema.
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Share photos of people, places, things and events that inspire you from the perfect sunset to daily life.
The secret lives of elephant families
The photographs in “Earth to Sky” reveal the secret lives of elephant families and show the suffering that the animals have known because of the thriving ivory trade.
Unveiling ‘The Hidden Mother’
In photography’s early decades, the need arose for a method to keep children still for long exposure times. Sometimes, a “hidden parent,” ominously cloaked to blend into the background, would hold the child.
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Sacrifices of the Wises
Two of Mary and Jean Wise’s four children were killed in Afghanistan. Both had families of their own.
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Snowfall in D.C. region
The region faced intense snowfall, strong winds and bitter cold Tuesday and Wednesday.
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Animal views
Japanese snow monkeys, twin polar bears, saltwater crocodile, blessing of the animals, puppy mill rescue and more.
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Saving Syrian lives
Hundreds of doctors and health workers are trying to help those affected by the war as the humanitarian crisis deepens.
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