Russia gives Yanukovych aid amid standoff

Viktor Yanukovych, who says he still considers himself Ukraine’s leader, has asked for and received a security guarantee from Russia.

After shutdown, lawmakers opened their wallets

Dozens of lawmakers donated hundreds of thousands of dollars to charity in response to the impasse, according to a Post analysis.

Arthur Chu with host Alex Trebek. (Jeopardy Productions)

How Arthur Chu is ruining ‘Jeopardy!’

STYLE BLOG | The contestant’s strategy isn’t breaking any rules. He’s just taking all the romance out of the game.

Bidders ‘stunned’ by sudden
cancellation of federal contract

Bidders ‘stunned’ by sudden <br>cancellation of federal contract

The OPM offers little explanation for dropping a huge grant sought by dozens of firms.

How Apple, the NFL and other big businesses helped kill the Arizona bill

How Apple, the NFL and other big businesses helped kill the Arizona bill

It’s worth looking at why exactly all of these businesses were so vocal in their opposition to the Arizona bill.

Calif. school can ban American flag
shirts on Cinco de Mayo, court says

Calif. school can ban American flag <br>shirts on Cinco de Mayo, court says

VOLOKH CONSPIRACY | We’ve hit the point where the U.S. flag can’t be safely displayed in a U.S. school.

Why has no one asked Gov. Chris Christie about the bridge scandal?

Why has no one asked Gov. Chris Christie about the bridge scandal?

THE FIX | In the two town halls he’s held, the closures have nary been mentioned by N.J. residents.

Editors’ Picks

WASHINGTON, DC - DECEMBER 3: Walmart prepares to open one of its' new stores, at 1st and H, NW, on December, 03, 2013 in Washington, DC. (Photo by Bill O'Leary/The Washington Post)

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The 10 worst retailers in America

GALLERY | These firms have room for improvement in the American Customer Satisfaction Index survey.

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6 D.C. icons, reduced to pixels

With each click, more of each image is revealed. How much detail do you need to recognize these treasures?

Featured Photo Galleries

Photos of the day

Maha Shivaratri festival, protesters call for release of Mexican drug lord, Arizona governor vetoes controversial bill and more.

PDN’s photographers to watch

The magazine’s annual list features up-and-coming photographers who have been working in the field for less than five years.

Will DiCaprio, Adams or Russell finally take home an Oscar?

Many nominated actors, actresses and directors have yet to win an Academy Award.

Washington Nationals spring training

The Nationals continue their spring training in Viera, Fla.

India, Nepal celebrate Maha Shivaratri

Thursday marks Maha Shivaratri, when Hindus celebrate the birthday of Shiva, the god of creation and destruction.

Anti-government protests in Turkey

Members of the Turkish opposition party took to the streets amid claims of government corruption.

Ancient whale graveyard

A deposit of whale fossils was discovered by Chilean highway builders in 2010.

Animal views

Dogs, rabbits, polar bears, owls, a leopard on the loose and more.

Politics

The tea party turns 5 today. Will it make it to 10?

The tea party turns 5 today. Will it make it to 10?

THE FIX | A history of the movement.

More Opinions

Brewer veto not best part of anti-gay bill’s demise

Brewer veto not best part of anti-gay bill’s demise

POST PARTISAN | Never before have I seen such full-throated opposition to a piece of anti-gay legislation.

Lifestyle

Much is at stake for actresses on Oscar red carpet

Much is at stake for actresses on Oscar red carpet

Tough decisions await those who dare walk the most visible, scrutinized and photographed red carpet of all.

Arts

Confessions of a serial book-spoiler

Confessions of a serial book-spoiler

STYLE BLOG | How much can a book review say without sapping a novel of its suspense?

Local

Glitch in health site will cost Md. about $30M in excess Medicaid payments

Glitch in health site will cost Md. about $30M in excess Medicaid payments

The site can’t verify which enrollees no longer qualify for the program.

Sports

Get out of your comfort zone?
No way, Denard Span just found his.

Get out of your comfort zone? <br>No way, Denard Span just found his.

No longer the new guy on the Nats’ field or in the National League, the center fielder discovers his groove.

Technology

Why civil rights groups are warning against Big Data

Why civil rights groups are warning against Big Data

THE SWITCH | The use of data and analytics could lead to discrimination against minorities, activists say.

Business

Hate shopping at these stores? You’re not alone.

Hate shopping at these stores? You’re not alone.

Here are the 10 retailers with the worst customer satisfaction ratings in 2013.

Real Estate

How to prepare for a home appraisal

How to prepare for a home appraisal

What to do before the appraiser arrives at your door

Federal Government

Self-plus-one insurance not an option for feds until 2016

FEDERAL EYE | The FEHB insurance program for federal workers and retirees won’t be able to offer the choice for two years.

World

Putting Russia’s military moves in perspective

Putting Russia’s military moves in perspective

WORLDVIEWS | Should we be spooked?

Discussions

Reliable Source: Don’t call Rick Perry’s glasses ‘hipster’

Reliable Source: Don’t call Rick Perry’s glasses ‘hipster’

Q&A TRANSCRIPT | Reporter Aaron Blake took questions on politics and the midterm elections.

Diversions