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Most of the federal government shuts down, but a quick end is in sight

The House is expected to take up a measure Monday to reopen agencies. Congress still has a fight ahead over new restrictions on immigration enforcement. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2026/01/31/government-shutdown-immigration-dhs/ Author : Jacob Bogage, Riley Beggin Publish date : 2026-01-31 05:00:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
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D.C. deploys more contractors, asks National Guard for help with snow

Trash pickup is set to begin starting Saturday, while crews are still tackling bus shelters and streets that are piled high with icy snow. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/dc-md-va/2026/01/30/dc-national-guard-snow-trash-removal/ Author : Meagan Flynn Publish date : 2026-01-31 00:49:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
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Catherine O’Hara’s greatest roles, from ‘Home Alone’ to ‘Schitt’s Creek’

The beloved actress was also known for starring in “Best in Show,” “A Mighty Wind” and other Christopher Guest projects. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/entertainment/2026/01/30/catherine-ohara-best-roles/ Author : Washington Post staff Publish date : 2026-01-30 20:02:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
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Trump taps Fed critic Kevin Warsh to succeed Jerome Powell as chairman

The Wall Street veteran once held hawkish views on interest rates but has recently signaled a stance more in line with the president’s public demands. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/2026/01/30/kevin-warsh-fed-nomination/ Author : Andrew Ackerman Publish date : 2026-01-30 13:48:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
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Arkansas moves to ban books in prisons as a drug-fighting measure

Corrections officials would also prohibit magazines and newspapers from being sent to inmates. It would be the strictest ban in the country. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/nation/2026/01/30/arkansas-prisons-book-ban-drugs/ Author : Hope Corrigan Publish date : 2026-01-30 11:30:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
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At India’s main energy summit, signs of a new world order without Trump

In the beachside state of Goa, officials and oil executives envisioned new energy pacts and multilateral relationships as a counterbalance to Trump’s America. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/2026/01/30/india-energy-week-trump-canada-oil/ Author : Pranshu Verma Publish date : 2026-01-30 10:00:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
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Trump sues IRS and Treasury for $10 billion over leaked tax records

The case means Trump has again filed a claim for a large amount of money against the government he oversees, putting him on both sides of the potential negotiating table. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2026/01/29/trump-sues-irs-tax-return-10-billion/ Author : Frances Vinall Publish date : 2026-01-30 06:40:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
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Accused double murderer Brendan Banfield testifies, proclaims innocence

Banfield, who is accused of murdering his wife and another man, claimed they both had had extramarital relationships. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/dc-md-va/2026/01/29/brendan-banfield-testifies-murder-trial/ Author : Emma Uber Publish date : 2026-01-30 01:08:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
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The 23 best things to do in D.C. this weekend and next week

See beautiful orchids at a Smithsonian museum, test yourself on National Puzzle Day, hear music from around the globe or learn about the history of Spam. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/dc-md-va/2026/01/29/best-events-things-to-do-dc/ Author : Fritz Hahn, Sophia Solano, Adele Chapin Publish date : 2026-01-29 14:30:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
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Here’s what would stay open during a partial government shutdown

The federal government is poised to enter a partial shutdown as soon as this week. Here’s what services would close, and what would still operate. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/2026/01/29/partial-government-shutdown-services/ Author : Riley Beggin, Rachel Lerman Publish date : 2026-01-29 11:00:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
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She planned to sell her old pot for $20. It just fetched $32K at auction.

“I just couldn’t believe it,” said Lois Jurgens, who turned 91 the day the crock was sold. “It’s the biggest thing I’ve ever gotten on my birthday.” Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/lifestyle/2026/01/29/crock-auction-sale-nebraska-32k/ Author : Sydney Page Publish date : 2026-01-29 13:05:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
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Japan’s Sanae Takaichi is proving a surprisingly popular prime minister

The unconventional leader — for starters, she’s a woman — has called an early election for Feb. 8 in an effort to win a broad public mandate for change. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/2026/01/29/japan-election-sanae-takaichi-popular/ Author : Michelle Lee, Chie Tanaka Publish date : 2026-01-29 10:00:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
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FBI executes search warrant seeking ballots from Fulton County’s 2020 election

The FBI executed a search warrant in Fulton County, Georgia, for 2020 election ballots, as President Donald Trump seeks to find already debunked voter fraud. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/national-security/2026/01/28/fbi-fulton-2020-election-fraud/ Author : Ben Brasch, Jeremy Roebuck Publish date : 2026-01-29 02:04:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
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D.C. Public Schools to open Thursday; some area schools will remain closed

D.C. area school officials have attributed the closures to still lingering icy conditions on some roads and sidewalks as a bitter cold settles in the region. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/education/2026/01/28/school-closings-dc-maryland-virginia-snow-storm/ Author : Lisa Lednicer Publish date : 2026-01-29 02:35:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
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ICE at Olympics angers Milan mayor, who says agency’s image is ‘terrible’

A routine role for ICE around next month’s Winter Olympics has drawn ire in Italy, amid President Donald Trump’s sprawling immigration crackdown. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/2026/01/28/ice-olympics-italy-trump-milan-immigration/ Author : Anthony Faiola, Tobi Raji, Rick Maese Publish date : 2026-01-28 21:04:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
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Smithsonian Asian art museum to return three stolen bronzes to India

The National Museum of Asian Art is returning three works to the Indian government after extensive research indicated they were illegally taken. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/entertainment/art/2026/01/28/smithsonian-national-museum-asian-art-return-india-bronzes/ Author : Kelsey Ables Publish date : 2026-01-28 14:00:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
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ICE would still operate in a partial government shutdown

Lawmakers face a Friday deadline for a partial government shutdown, 80 days after they reopened federal agencies after the longest shutdown ever in November. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/2026/01/28/government-shutdown-ice-funding/ Author : Riley Beggin, Jacob Bogage Publish date : 2026-01-28 11:00:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
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