Lifestyle
St. Patrick's Mass Draws Crowds in Washington, D.C.
Annual celebration blends Irish faith, culture, and tradition at historic church
Howard University Celebrates 159 Years Since Founding
The historically Black university was established in Washington, D.C. in 1867 to educate newly freed African Americans.
Education Department Transfers More Programs to Other Agencies
Agreements with HHS and State Department shift responsibilities away from the Education Department.
Health
New Approach to Huntington's Disease Uncovered
Targeting a specific protein fragment may be more effective than current treatments
Mental Health Association Seeks Award Nominees
Honors recognize individuals and businesses supporting mental health in Washington County
US Healthcare Spending Yields Mixed Results, Study Finds
Increased costs lead to health gains for some conditions but not others, highlighting need for better resource allocation
Science
Mosquitoes Detect Plant Repellent Through Specific Sensory Receptor
New research reveals Aedes aegypti mosquitoes use OR49 receptor to avoid borneol, a compound found in aromatic plants.
Mosquito Olfactory Receptor Discovery Leads to Potential New Repellents
University of Washington and Baylor University researchers identify key receptor that triggers mosquito avoidance response to plant-based compound.
Astronomers Witness Rare Planetary Collision, Offering Clues on Moon's Formation
The dramatic cosmic crash could provide insights into how Earth and its moon were created.
Sports
Wizards G Trae Young Avoids Surgery for Quad, Back Injuries
Young reinjured his quadriceps in a recent loss to the Warriors and has missed the last two games.
Celtics Cruise Past Wizards for Series Sweep
Boston dominates Washington for third straight victory in playoff push
Washington Commanders Unveil $4 Billion Stadium Renderings
New domed stadium set to open in 2030 after demolition of old RFK Stadium site.
Business
Swiss National Bank Reduces Stake in Expeditors International of Washington
Institutional investor sells 22,200 shares of transportation company's stock
Expeditors International Shares Sold by Intech Investment Management
Institutional investor decreases holdings in transportation company
Hanford Nuclear Site Contractor Agrees to $3.45M Labor Fraud Settlement
Hanford Mission Integration Solutions admitted to overcharging the DOE for labor hours at the Hanford Nuclear Site cleanup.
