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TODAY'S HIGHLIGHTS
CIA shifts focus to killing targets
The CIA’s focus and resources are increasingly centered on the cold counterterrorism objective of finding targets to capture or kill.
(By Greg Miller and Julie Tate)

Voters press GOP candidates on immigration
Although Republican presidential candidates are voicing concerns about jobs and the economy, voters appear more passionate about illegal immigration.
(By Philip Rucker and and Amy Gardner)

Is Romney ready for the next round?
The former Massachusetts governor no longer has the luxury of running the way he’s run most of this year.
(By Dan Balz)

Beck is not at his best vs. Bucs
Redskins quarterback John Beck delivers a shaky performance in the team’s preseason finale, a 29-24 win over visiting Tampa Bay.
(By Mike Jones)

White House projects lower deficit
Cost-cutting on Capitol Hill and higher-than-expected tax collections will push this year’s budget deficit down by $300 billion, White House says.
(By Lori Montgomery)

POLITICS
Smithsonian acquires TSA metal detector, other items for 9/11 collection, special exhibit
WASHINGTON — One of the least popular pieces of security equipment since the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks is now part of the Smithsonian’s collection at the National Museum of American History — a metal detector from the Transportation Security Administration.
( Associated Press Associated Press , AP)

Texas Gov. Perry has fundraising muscle in his home state, but can he woo donors nationally?
AUSTIN, Texas — Texas Gov. Rick Perry’s on a mad dash for cash. He’s reaching beyond his traditional in-state base as he tries to build a national fundraising machine large enough to compete with Mitt Romney’s very deep pockets.
( Associated Press Associated Press , AP)

List of 27 nuclear power reactors where gov't says earthquake damage is more likely
The 27 nuclear reactors identified by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission as possibly needing upgrades to better withstand earthquakes. Plants listed more than once have multiple reactors on the NRC list.
( Associated Press Associated Press , AP)

Gov't says 27 US reactors could be more vulnerable to earthquakes than previously thought
WASHINGTON — The risk that an earthquake would cause a severe accident at a U.S. nuclear plant is greater than previously thought, 24 times as high in one case, according to an AP analysis of preliminary government data. The nation’s nuclear regulator believes a quarter of America’s reactors may need modifications to make them safer.
( Associated Press Associated Press , AP)

Federal Diary: Readers comment
Reader comments sent to The Federal Diary are published, including opinions on the U.S. Postal Service’s budget problems.
(, The Washington Post)

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STYLE
Pentagon Memorial offers lesson for the living
The memorial honoring the lives lost there pushes visitors to work to figure it out — and how to relate to it.
( by Manuel Roig-Franzia , The Washington Post)

Style Invitational: Week 935, the 400 blows
A light-verse contest commemorating the Empress’s 400th consecutive column. And the winning limericks from Week 931, Limerixicon 8.
(, The Washington Post)

Ask Amy: Readers respond on destroying diaries
Scores of readers responded to one reader’s question with stories of diaries lost, found and destroyed. The majority of responses suggested saving these diaries.
(, Tribune Media Service)

Hints From Heloise: Cleaning stained oak cabinets
The solution to sprucing up sticky oak-stained cabinets.
(, King)

It’s not you, it’s them
Readers speak on how to shield children from racist grandparents.
(, The Washington Post)

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SPORTS
QB Kerry Collins struggles as Colts beat Bengals 17-13
CINCINNATI — The Colts finished their preseason with a rare win and a clear idea of what comes next.
( Associated Press Associated Press , AP)

Stephen Strasburg allows 1 hit over 6 shutout innings, strikes out 4 in Double-A rehab start
HARRISBURG, Pa. — His red socks pulled up high over his calves and a gold chain dangling off his neck, Stephen Strasburg pushed off the mound and unleashed a 99 mph fastball.
( Associated Press Associated Press , AP)

New-look Maryland defense expects tough test from Miami despite suspensions
COLLEGE PARK, Md. — Maryland’s defensive players don’t want to hear about how much Miami will miss suspended quarterback Jacory Harris.
( Associated Press Associated Press , AP)

Baylor ready, not hyped for rematch against No. 14 TCU in season opener after big loss in '10
WACO, Texas — Baylor quarterback Robert Griffin believes his team has to take a calmer approach with another chance against 14th-ranked TCU.
( Associated Press Associated Press , AP)

No. 10 Nebraska vows to give Mocs full attention after sweating out 2010 win over FCS foe
LINCOLN, Neb. — No. 10 Nebraska is proceeding with caution as it prepares to open against Chattanooga.
( Associated Press Associated Press , AP)

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WORLD
Turkey suspends military cooperation with Israel over Gaza flotilla raid
ANKARA, Turkey — Turkey suspends military cooperation with Israel over Gaza flotilla raid.
( Associated Press Associated Press , AP)

Turkey expels Israeli ambassador over its refusal to apologize for Gaza flotilla raid
ANKARA, Turkey — Turkey expels Israeli ambassador over its refusal to apologize for Gaza flotilla raid.
( Associated Press Associated Press , AP)

US military's Landstuhl hospital at forefront of saving lives from a decade of war
LANDSTUHL, Germany — Volunteer staff from the U.S. military’s Landstuhl Regional Medical center huddle outside the emergency room doors, waiting under heat lamps on a crisp morning for what has become a daily routine in a decade of war — the arrival on a blue bus of the latest casualties from Iraq and Afghanistan.
( Associated Press Associated Press , AP)

Russian president calls for regional solutions in Afghanistan and neighboring nations
DUSHANBE, Tajikistan — Russian President Dmitry Medvedev says the fate of Afghanistan and surrounding nations should be decided by regional powers, an apparent call for reduced U.S. engagement.
( Associated Press Associated Press , AP)

Libyan rebels watch outskirts of possible tribal haven for Gadhafi
MISRATA, Libya — A flash of sunlight reflecting off a distant windshield heralded the approach of a vehicle across the endless Libyan desert. So the rebel truck slammed into reverse, taking cover behind a sandy hill and swiveling its heavy machinegun to take aim at whatever was coming.
( Associated Press Associated Press , AP)

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LIVE DISCUSSIONS
Ask Boswell
Sports Columnist Tom Boswell will take your questions about baseball, the Redskins, the Wizards and more.
(, vForum)

ComPost Live with Alexandra Petri
The Compost, written by Alexandra Petri, offers a lighter take on the news and political in(s)anity of the day.
(, vForum)

Opinion Focus with Eugene Robinson
Washington Post columnist Eugene Robinson discusses his recent columns and the latest news in a live Q&A.
(, vForum)

Debt Ceiling drama: Why Jonathan Capehart thinks your voice needs to be heard
In his Post-Partisan blog post today, Opinion writer Jonathan Capehart said that "Folks should be marching on the Capitol" in protest of the way the debt issue is being handled. Do you agree?
(, vForum)

Chatological Humor: Monthly with Moron
Gene Weingarten takes polls and chats about his recent columns.
(, vForum)

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TECHNOLOGY
Toshiba Outs Monstrous 55″ 4K, Glasses-Free 3D TV With Facial Recognition

( by TechCrunch.com , TechCrunch.com)

Twitter’s Dorsey To Developers: With Apple, We Can Take This To A Whole New Level

( by TechCrunch.com , TechCrunch.com)

Mobile Social Gaming Platform OpenFeint Launches GameFeed On iOS And Android

( by TechCrunch.com , TechCrunch.com)

The Nexus S Powers NASA’s Lightsaber Sparring Spheres, In Space

( by TechCrunch.com , TechCrunch.com)

Starz to stop Internet streaming on Netflix, dealing blow to top US video subscription service
SAN FRANCISCO — Netflix’s negotiations to keep a key piece of its Internet video library have collapsed, dealing a major blow to the largest U.S. video subscription service as it raises the prices for most of its 25 million customers. The setback triggered a nearly 9 percent drop in Netflix Inc.’s stock price.
( Associated Press Associated Press , AP)

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BUSINESS
Oil falls to near $88 in Asia as investors await key US employment report
SINGAPORE — Oil prices fell to near $88 a barrel Friday in Asia as investors awaited a key jobs report later in the day for evidence about the strength of the U.S. economy.
( Associated Press Associated Press , AP)

Greek finance chief denies reports that debt review pause was due to break-down in talks
ATHENS, Greece — Greece’s finance minister rejected on Friday reports that the country’s international debt review has been suspended due to a break-down in talks, saying the pause was scheduled.
( Associated Press Associated Press , AP)

Oil falls to near $88 in Asia as investors await key US employment report
SINGAPORE — Oil prices fell to near $88 a barrel Friday in Asia as investors awaited a key jobs report later in the day for evidence about the strength of the U.S. economy.
( Associated Press Associated Press , AP)

Greek FinMin: Recession in 2011 will see economy contract by nearly 5 percent
ATHENS, Greece — Greek FinMin: Recession in 2011 will see economy contract by nearly 5 percent.
( Associated Press Associated Press , AP)

Sandbox toys get life-sized treatment in Sin City, giving adults a new way to play
LAS VEGAS — Las Vegas has seen its share of heavy construction equipment as it bulldozed its way through one giant casino project after another. But with the recession having gutted the construction industry, excavators and bulldozers near the Strip are being put to use as toys for thrill-seeking visitors.
( Associated Press Associated Press , AP)