TODAY'S HIGHLIGHTS
U.S., allies ponder arming Libya rebels
Administration officials are having the full gamut of discussions on potential assistance, “both on the non-lethal and the lethal side,”
(By Karen DeYoung)
Protesters shot as demonstrations expand across Syria
A day after President Bashar al-Assad’s government pledged to consider political reforms, security forces open fire on protesters who turned out in unprecedented numbers in cities and towns across Syria.
(By Leila Fadel)
Government workers live in limbo
Budget impasse produces its own inefficiency as federal bureaucracy tries to live paycheck to paycheck.
(By Lisa Rein and David A. Fahrenthold)
Closer look at artificial dyes
Regulators are reexamining artificial ingredients they have long deemed to be safe, prompted by studies suggesting that artificial dyes may be linked to hyperactivity in children.
(By Lyndsey Layton)
Japan expands evacuation zone
Residents within 19 miles of the stricken nuclear plant are told to leave amid fears of a reactor leak.
(By David Nakamura and Steven Mufson)
POLITICS
Closer look at artificial dyes
Regulators are reexamining artificial ingredients they have long deemed to be safe, prompted by studies suggesting that artificial dyes may be linked to hyperactivity in children.
( by Lyndsey Layton , The Washington Post)
Government workers live in limbo
Budget impasse produces its own inefficiency as federal bureaucracy tries to live paycheck to paycheck.
( by Lisa Rein and David A. Fahrenthold , The Washington Post)
Retiring federal prisons head spearheaded initiative to prepare inmates for life after prison
WASHINGTON — The director of federal prisons is retiring after eight years at the helm of a corrections system responsible for the custody and care of 210,000 inmates.
( Associated Press Associated Press , AP)
Obama, under pressure, to explain the military mission in Libya in speech to nation Monday
WASHINGTON — To a nation and a Congress seeking answers, President Barack Obama on Monday will offer his most expansive explanation of the U.S. role in the Libyan war, delivering a speech that is expected to cover the path ahead and his rationale about the appropriate use of force.
( Associated Press Associated Press , AP)
White House official: Obama to give speech to nation Monday explaining decisions on Libya war
WASHINGTON — White House official: Obama to give speech to nation Monday explaining decisions on Libya war
( Associated Press Associated Press , AP)
STYLE
Date Lab: Liking the same music doesn’t mean they’ll sing the same tune
On this week’s blind date: The definition of a foodie, a “false yes,” and why Puck from “Glee” is hot.
(, The Washington Post)
Vietnam sails forward
Say the word “Vietnam,” and people still think “war.” But it’s a place with a rich history, breathtaking landscapes and a booming economy.
(, The Washington Post)
Nuptials: Sharon Robinson & Steve DelBusso
Thanks to a popular dating site, this couple found each other and fell in love.
(, The Washington Post)
Spring Travel: Pittsburgh forges ahead
In the 1950s, famed photographer was given a freelance assignment to shoot Pittsburgh. Here, an exploration into the city he saw vs. today.
(, The Washington Post)
Whatever Happened To... the love story?
A congresswoman and widower fell in love, got married — and then faced a life-threatening test.
(, The Washington Post)
SPORTS
Derrick Rose scores 24 points, including Bulls' last 6, in 99-96 win over Grizzlies
CHICAGO — Derrick Rose put together one brilliant flourish, and it was just enough to will the Chicago Bulls to another victory.
( Associated Press Associated Press , AP)
Spring Training Capsules
FORT MYERS, Fla. — Delmon Young hit a two-run homer and Scott Baker pitched six solid innings to help the Minnesota Twins beat the Baltimore Orioles 6-5 on Friday.
( Associated Press Associated Press , AP)
Magic survive late charge from Nets to earn fifth straight victory, 95-85
ORLANDO, Fla. — With 10 games left in the regular season, the Orlando Magic entered Friday night wanting nothing more than to keep showing signs of a team ready for the postseason.
( Associated Press Associated Press , AP)
Caps fall to Senators
Ottawa goaltender Craig Anderson made 31 saves and Washington was shut out for the 10th time this season.
( by Katie Carrera , The Washington Post)
Friday's NBA Capsules
MIAMI — Dwyane Wade finished with 39 points, 11 rebounds, eight assists and five blocks — an effort matched only by Shaquille O’Neal in the last 25 seasons, according to STATS LLC — and the Miami Heat pulled away to beat the Philadelphia 76ers 111-99 on Friday night.
( Associated Press Associated Press , AP)
WORLD
Cuba names new economy minister, puts outgoing official in charge of reforms
HAVANA — President Raul Castro has named a new economy minister, and put the outgoing minister in charge of implementing economic reforms that will be hammered out at a Communist Party Congress.
( Associated Press Associated Press , AP)
U.S., allies ponder arming Libya rebels
Administration officials are having the full gamut of discussions on potential assistance, “both on the non-lethal and the lethal side,”
( Associated Press , AP)
A Royal Mint
The upcoming royal wedding is set to deliver a $1 billion jolt to the flagging British economy.
( by Anthony Faiola , The Washington Post)
U.S., allies ponder arming Libya rebels
Administration officials are having the full gamut of discussions on potential assistance, “both on the non-lethal and the lethal side,”
( by Karen DeYoung , The Washington Post)
Qatar becomes 1st Arab nation to fly over Libya; African Union seeks steps toward elections
TRIPOLI, Libya — Fellow Arab and African nations raised the international pressure Friday on Libyan leader Moammar Gadhafi, with tiny Qatar flying the Arab world’s first combat missions over his country and the African Union imploring him to move toward democratic elections.
( Associated Press Associated Press , AP)
LIVE DISCUSSIONS
Free Range on Food
Free Range on Food is a forum for discussion of all things culinary.
(, vForum)
Election 2012 - The Fix Faceoff Video Q&A
Political blogger Chris Cillizza's fast-paced video Q&A about the 2012 presidential election
(, vForum)
Outlook: What the no-fly zone in Iraq reveals about the challenges in Libya
Daniel Byman, professor of security studies at Georgetown University, will be online Monday March 28 at 11 a.m. ET to chat about his latest Outlook piece, "What the no-fly zone in Iraq reveals about the challenges in Libya."
(, vForum)
What the Census Says About DC
Roderick J. Harrison will discuss what the latest U.S. Census Bureau reports reveal about DC.
(, vForum)
The TV Column Live with Lisa de Moraes
TV columnist Lisa de Moraes takes questions about drama, comedy, and heartbreak in the world of television.
(, vForum)
BUSINESS
Honda says lack of parts from Japan likely to cause interruptions at North American plants
COLUMBUS, Ohio — Production will likely be interrupted at Honda Motor Co.’s six North America plants after April 1 due to a lack of critical parts as Japanese suppliers work to recover from earthquake and tsunami damage, the automaker said Friday.
( Associated Press Associated Press , AP)
NYC marks 100th anniversary of Triangle Shirtwaist factory fire with ceremony at site
NEW YORK — The centennial commemoration of the Triangle shirtwaist factory fire became a rally for organized labor Friday, as hundreds marched and vowed to resist efforts to weaken unions in state capitals across the country. Democratic Sen. Chuck Schumer drew loud cheers when he pledged to fight “right wing ideologues” trying to curb worker protections.
( Associated Press Associated Press , AP)
GM to restart idled pickup plant in La. after blaming shutdown on Japan parts shortage
NEW ORLEANS — General Motors will resume regular production at its pickup plant in Shreveport, La., on Monday, a week after the company shut it down and blamed a shortage of parts from Japan.
( Associated Press Associated Press , AP)
Law firm to pay $2M in foreclosure fraud charges
The firm of Marshall C. Watson will pay $2 million in penalties to settle a state investigation into alleged improprieties in their handling of foreclosures — the first deal of its kind since the uproar over the issue began last fall.
( by Ariana Eunjung Cha , The Washington Post)
Kodak's camera-patent dispute with Apple, RIM will be reviewed by trade agency
ROCHESTER, N.Y. — A federal agency said Friday that it will review Eastman Kodak Co.’s high-stakes patent-infringement claim against technology giants Apple Inc. and Research in Motion Ltd.
( Associated Press Associated Press , AP)
U.S., allies ponder arming Libya rebels
Administration officials are having the full gamut of discussions on potential assistance, “both on the non-lethal and the lethal side,”
(By Karen DeYoung)
Protesters shot as demonstrations expand across Syria
A day after President Bashar al-Assad’s government pledged to consider political reforms, security forces open fire on protesters who turned out in unprecedented numbers in cities and towns across Syria.
(By Leila Fadel)
Government workers live in limbo
Budget impasse produces its own inefficiency as federal bureaucracy tries to live paycheck to paycheck.
(By Lisa Rein and David A. Fahrenthold)
Closer look at artificial dyes
Regulators are reexamining artificial ingredients they have long deemed to be safe, prompted by studies suggesting that artificial dyes may be linked to hyperactivity in children.
(By Lyndsey Layton)
Japan expands evacuation zone
Residents within 19 miles of the stricken nuclear plant are told to leave amid fears of a reactor leak.
(By David Nakamura and Steven Mufson)
POLITICS
Closer look at artificial dyes
Regulators are reexamining artificial ingredients they have long deemed to be safe, prompted by studies suggesting that artificial dyes may be linked to hyperactivity in children.
( by Lyndsey Layton , The Washington Post)
Government workers live in limbo
Budget impasse produces its own inefficiency as federal bureaucracy tries to live paycheck to paycheck.
( by Lisa Rein and David A. Fahrenthold , The Washington Post)
Retiring federal prisons head spearheaded initiative to prepare inmates for life after prison
WASHINGTON — The director of federal prisons is retiring after eight years at the helm of a corrections system responsible for the custody and care of 210,000 inmates.
( Associated Press Associated Press , AP)
Obama, under pressure, to explain the military mission in Libya in speech to nation Monday
WASHINGTON — To a nation and a Congress seeking answers, President Barack Obama on Monday will offer his most expansive explanation of the U.S. role in the Libyan war, delivering a speech that is expected to cover the path ahead and his rationale about the appropriate use of force.
( Associated Press Associated Press , AP)
White House official: Obama to give speech to nation Monday explaining decisions on Libya war
WASHINGTON — White House official: Obama to give speech to nation Monday explaining decisions on Libya war
( Associated Press Associated Press , AP)
STYLE
Date Lab: Liking the same music doesn’t mean they’ll sing the same tune
On this week’s blind date: The definition of a foodie, a “false yes,” and why Puck from “Glee” is hot.
(, The Washington Post)
Vietnam sails forward
Say the word “Vietnam,” and people still think “war.” But it’s a place with a rich history, breathtaking landscapes and a booming economy.
(, The Washington Post)
Nuptials: Sharon Robinson & Steve DelBusso
Thanks to a popular dating site, this couple found each other and fell in love.
(, The Washington Post)
Spring Travel: Pittsburgh forges ahead
In the 1950s, famed photographer was given a freelance assignment to shoot Pittsburgh. Here, an exploration into the city he saw vs. today.
(, The Washington Post)
Whatever Happened To... the love story?
A congresswoman and widower fell in love, got married — and then faced a life-threatening test.
(, The Washington Post)
SPORTS
Derrick Rose scores 24 points, including Bulls' last 6, in 99-96 win over Grizzlies
CHICAGO — Derrick Rose put together one brilliant flourish, and it was just enough to will the Chicago Bulls to another victory.
( Associated Press Associated Press , AP)
Spring Training Capsules
FORT MYERS, Fla. — Delmon Young hit a two-run homer and Scott Baker pitched six solid innings to help the Minnesota Twins beat the Baltimore Orioles 6-5 on Friday.
( Associated Press Associated Press , AP)
Magic survive late charge from Nets to earn fifth straight victory, 95-85
ORLANDO, Fla. — With 10 games left in the regular season, the Orlando Magic entered Friday night wanting nothing more than to keep showing signs of a team ready for the postseason.
( Associated Press Associated Press , AP)
Caps fall to Senators
Ottawa goaltender Craig Anderson made 31 saves and Washington was shut out for the 10th time this season.
( by Katie Carrera , The Washington Post)
Friday's NBA Capsules
MIAMI — Dwyane Wade finished with 39 points, 11 rebounds, eight assists and five blocks — an effort matched only by Shaquille O’Neal in the last 25 seasons, according to STATS LLC — and the Miami Heat pulled away to beat the Philadelphia 76ers 111-99 on Friday night.
( Associated Press Associated Press , AP)
WORLD
Cuba names new economy minister, puts outgoing official in charge of reforms
HAVANA — President Raul Castro has named a new economy minister, and put the outgoing minister in charge of implementing economic reforms that will be hammered out at a Communist Party Congress.
( Associated Press Associated Press , AP)
U.S., allies ponder arming Libya rebels
Administration officials are having the full gamut of discussions on potential assistance, “both on the non-lethal and the lethal side,”
( Associated Press , AP)
A Royal Mint
The upcoming royal wedding is set to deliver a $1 billion jolt to the flagging British economy.
( by Anthony Faiola , The Washington Post)
U.S., allies ponder arming Libya rebels
Administration officials are having the full gamut of discussions on potential assistance, “both on the non-lethal and the lethal side,”
( by Karen DeYoung , The Washington Post)
Qatar becomes 1st Arab nation to fly over Libya; African Union seeks steps toward elections
TRIPOLI, Libya — Fellow Arab and African nations raised the international pressure Friday on Libyan leader Moammar Gadhafi, with tiny Qatar flying the Arab world’s first combat missions over his country and the African Union imploring him to move toward democratic elections.
( Associated Press Associated Press , AP)
LIVE DISCUSSIONS
Free Range on Food
Free Range on Food is a forum for discussion of all things culinary.
(, vForum)
Election 2012 - The Fix Faceoff Video Q&A
Political blogger Chris Cillizza's fast-paced video Q&A about the 2012 presidential election
(, vForum)
Outlook: What the no-fly zone in Iraq reveals about the challenges in Libya
Daniel Byman, professor of security studies at Georgetown University, will be online Monday March 28 at 11 a.m. ET to chat about his latest Outlook piece, "What the no-fly zone in Iraq reveals about the challenges in Libya."
(, vForum)
What the Census Says About DC
Roderick J. Harrison will discuss what the latest U.S. Census Bureau reports reveal about DC.
(, vForum)
The TV Column Live with Lisa de Moraes
TV columnist Lisa de Moraes takes questions about drama, comedy, and heartbreak in the world of television.
(, vForum)
BUSINESS
Honda says lack of parts from Japan likely to cause interruptions at North American plants
COLUMBUS, Ohio — Production will likely be interrupted at Honda Motor Co.’s six North America plants after April 1 due to a lack of critical parts as Japanese suppliers work to recover from earthquake and tsunami damage, the automaker said Friday.
( Associated Press Associated Press , AP)
NYC marks 100th anniversary of Triangle Shirtwaist factory fire with ceremony at site
NEW YORK — The centennial commemoration of the Triangle shirtwaist factory fire became a rally for organized labor Friday, as hundreds marched and vowed to resist efforts to weaken unions in state capitals across the country. Democratic Sen. Chuck Schumer drew loud cheers when he pledged to fight “right wing ideologues” trying to curb worker protections.
( Associated Press Associated Press , AP)
GM to restart idled pickup plant in La. after blaming shutdown on Japan parts shortage
NEW ORLEANS — General Motors will resume regular production at its pickup plant in Shreveport, La., on Monday, a week after the company shut it down and blamed a shortage of parts from Japan.
( Associated Press Associated Press , AP)
Law firm to pay $2M in foreclosure fraud charges
The firm of Marshall C. Watson will pay $2 million in penalties to settle a state investigation into alleged improprieties in their handling of foreclosures — the first deal of its kind since the uproar over the issue began last fall.
( by Ariana Eunjung Cha , The Washington Post)
Kodak's camera-patent dispute with Apple, RIM will be reviewed by trade agency
ROCHESTER, N.Y. — A federal agency said Friday that it will review Eastman Kodak Co.’s high-stakes patent-infringement claim against technology giants Apple Inc. and Research in Motion Ltd.
( Associated Press Associated Press , AP)
