Syria lashes out at U.S. as peace talks open

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

U.S. officials harbor doubts on Obama’s NSA plan

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

Verizon fielded 320,000 government data requests

The company is also seeing an increase in requests for location information.

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 of the most interesting indictment details

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

Commuters face icy roads, transit delays in snowstorm’s aftermath

Commuters face icy roads, transit delays in snowstorm’s aftermath

Cold weather follows the snow with low temperatures expected to stick until Saturday.

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

Winter storm, Christ the Redeemer statue repair, California drought 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

A step towards better elections

A step towards better elections

THE PLUM LINE | A presidential panel offers some new solutions.

Lifestyle

Soup secrets, from the pros

Soup secrets, from the pros

She wanted to make something worthy of a restaurant, without the need for line cooks and dishwashers.

Arts

Rorschach Theatre presents ‘Glassheart’

Rorschach Theatre presents ‘Glassheart’

An updated “Beauty and the Beast” gets a loving embrace at the Atlas Performing Arts Center.

Local

With candidates 9 votes apart, recount to decide Va. Senate control to begin

With candidates 9 votes apart, recount to decide Va. Senate control to begin

A recount starts Monday in the 20,000-vote election to fill the seat of former Lt. Gov. Ralph Northam.

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

T-Mobile’s new spin on mobile banking: We’ll cash checks

T-Mobile’s new spin on mobile banking: We’ll cash checks

The new service won’t replace your bank account. But here’s how it will work.

Business

Apple pulls out of plans for CityCenterDC

Apple pulls out of plans for CityCenterDC

Developer Hines says Apple walked from negotiations to open a showcase store in downtown D.C.

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

Talk of the poor from the ultra-tony
ski resort of Davos, Switzerland

Talk of the poor from the ultra-tony <br>ski resort of Davos, Switzerland

IN THE LOOP | Income inequality is the theme for the annual gathering of the rich, powerful and famous.

World

Trial for Chinese activist draws wary crowd

Trial for Chinese activist draws wary crowd

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

Discussions

Dear Prudence: I don’t want to take STI meds. Am I being selfish?

Dear Prudence: I don’t want to take STI meds. Am I being selfish?

Q&A TRANSCRIPT | Slate’s advice columnist Emily Yoffe, a.k.a. Dear Prudence, on manners, morals and more.

Diversions