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Extreme Weather

Helene death toll tops 100 across six states, as N.C. towns await more help

By Brady Dennis, Nicolás Rivero, Ben Brasch and Emily Wax-Thibodeaux

3 tropical cyclones roam Atlantic; another Gulf of Mexico threat may emerge

Lowe’s, Walmart and other retailers are helping with Helene recovery

A storm-battered town lost cell service. A country music station came to the rescue.

Election 2024

Trump, Harris venture into the politics of Hurricane Helene

The Harris campaign accused Trump of a lack of empathy, and the Trump campaign said Harris should visit those affected.

By Cleve R. Wootson Jr., Isaac Arnsdorf and Maxine Joselow

Analysis

Polls show big increase in Republicans planning to vote for abortion rights

‘All the Smoke’ began as a basketball podcast. Now Kamala Harris is a guest.

Protesters rally outside the Georgia Capitol in Atlanta. (AFP/Getty Images)

Georgia judge says state can’t enforce 6-week abortion ban

The ruling means abortions until 22 weeks of pregnancy are once again legal.

By Praveena Somasundaram1 hour ago

Port Strike

East Coast port strike imminent as union deal remains elusive

A longshoremen’s strike will rekindle worries about shortages in stores and inflation weeks from a presidential election in which the economy has been a key issue.

By Ian Duncan, David J. Lynch, Jaclyn Peiser and Rachel LermanUpdated 33 minutes ago

What to expect and how it may affect the economy

The sun sets behind shipping containers at the Port of Houston Authority in Harris County, Tex.(Getty Images)

Column

Before he was everything else, Kris Kristofferson was an athlete

After turning himself into an athlete, Kris Kristofferson needed you to feel the power of a punch.

By Sally Jenkins

Opinions

We came for the mountain views. Then an epic hurricane came for us.

Opinion by Steve Riley1 hour ago

It’s going to be an extra-cabernet Rosh Hashanah this year

Opinion by Lisa Kogan

‘We the people’ has never meant ‘all the people’

Opinion by Theodore R. Johnson

Donald Trump, America’s white-collar rogue

Opinion by Matt Bai

This Egyptian prison sentence never ends

Opinion by Abdelrahman ElGendy

Live, on-air fact-checking? That was so last month.

Opinion by Alexandra Petri1 hour ago

How military recruitment could be all it can be

Opinion by the Editorial Board

Make sustainable energy for human beings, not crypto mines

Letters to the Editor

Dikembe Mutombo, shot-blocking NBA center and humanitarian, dies at 58

Self-driving car company Cruise to pay $1.5 million for hiding details of pedestrian-dragging crash

Mets top Braves in wild Game 1 of doubleheader with playoff berths at stake

Retired professor, accused of bilking wealthy friends, pleads guilty in NY

Biden expands asylum restrictions that sharply curbed border crossings

After 25 years, judge tosses murder conviction of Jon-Adrian Velazquez

Exceptional fall heat is scorching the Southwest and expanding through California

This photo on the National Mall captivated the country decades ago. The real story behind it remained a mystery — until now.

Live updates: Israel launches ground operation in southern Lebanon, Israeli military says

‘Completely and entirely erased’: How Helene swallowed one mountain town

Analysis

Polls show big increase in Republicans planning to vote for abortion rights

Better Living

10 recipes for rent week, plus cooking tips for whenever money’s tight

Guest column

Why do I feel sleepy on the couch and then wide awake in bed?

7 gray paint colors that are anything but sad and dull

Column

Mortgage rates are dropping. That doesn’t mean it’s time to buy a home.

Politics

Trump floats ‘one really violent day’ for police to combat retail crime

Live Updates

Harris travels to Washington for hurricane briefing; Trump visits impacted communities in Georgia

Vance faces one especially key viewer of Tuesday’s debate

She’s running with all she’s got for a seat she can’t win. That’s the point.

VA staff got into Vance, Walz medical files, sparking investigation

National

No hazardous chlorine levels found in Atlanta after fire at nearby plant, authorities say

21 minutes ago

How ignored warnings at Boar’s Head plant led to a deadly listeria outbreak

This photo on the National Mall captivated the country. The real story behind it was a mystery — until now.

Alleged Trump golf course gunman pleads not guilty

Her trans daughter made the volleyball team. Then an armed officer showed up.

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World

U.K., home of the industrial revolution, shuts its last coal-fired power plant

A party’s seven-decade dominance raises concerns for Japan’s democracy

Column

Israel takes the hammer to Iran’s ‘axis of resistance’

Austrian far right set to win national election, in postwar first

Pope criticized for expressing ‘reductive’ views on women in society

Climate

This firefly delighted beachgoers. Now it’s flickering out of existence.

After 60 years, scientists discover theorized electric field around Earth

How Hurricane Helene could have widespread consequences for homeowners

A sought-after Florida beach town digs out after Hurricane Helene

California governor vetoes bill to require gas stove warning labels

Business

East Coast port strike imminent as union deal remains elusive

33 minutes ago

What to expect if port workers strike, and how it may affect the economy

Programs that helped millions of student loan borrowers have reached their end. Are you prepared?

DirecTV agrees to buy satellite rival Dish

Column

10 easy ways to get your financial life in order during your lunch break

Technology

California Gov. Newsom vetoes AI bill in a win for Big Tech

Epic Games sues again, saying Google found a new way to violate antitrust law

Why the moon looks like a potato on NASA’s new eclipse maps

The far right is using AI to sell Hitler to a new generation

Musk’s X blocks Vance dossier, drawing parallels to Hunter Biden flap

Health

How ignored warnings at Boar’s Head plant led to a deadly listeria outbreak

Free covid tests by mail program revived by Biden administration

FDA approves a novel drug for schizophrenia, a potential ‘game changer’

Insurance, income, internet linked to lower suicide rates in new analysis

Analysis

Rep. Eshoo’s final act: Priorities and unfinished business

Wellness

Column

Is this dementia or normal brain aging? Here’s how to tell the difference.

Guest column

I’m fat. Here’s why I’m not taking a weight loss drug.

Survey: 89 percent of older Americans took prescriptions in prior year

Guest column

Older men’s connections often wither when they’re on their own

Are you on a relationship escalator? Here’s how to find out.

D.C., MD. & VA.

Needy D.C. homeowners applied for pandemic aid. They’re still waiting.

1 hour ago

Retiring D.C. Superior Court chief judge talks successes, challenges in city

D.C. 911 officials tout staffing improvements as scrutiny intensifies

The donors shelling out big money in Md.’s critical U.S. Senate race

Capital Weather Gang

PM Update: Rounds of showers through Tuesday, with some drizzle and fog tonight

Sports

Jayden Daniels finally threw an interception. It’s not such a bad thing.

Column

Are the Commanders for real? Sure seems like it.

Dikembe Mutombo, shot-blocking NBA center and humanitarian, dies at 58

Column

The Commanders as appointment TV? Oh, how a month changes everything.

Mets top Braves in wild Game 1 of doubleheader with playoff berths at stake

Carolyn Hax: Second-grader feels ‘neglected’ during Mom’s time with teen sisters

Asking Eric: Husband’s late-night gym sessions are ruining my sleep

Ask Sahaj: My daughter is a harsh parent. I’m worried for my granddaughter.

Work Advice: She pushed for a bigger role. Now she pushes people around.

Miss Manners: Partygoer tries to be helpful by haranguing host

Live Chats

Chat with Alexandra Petri and tell her your jokes

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Opinion

Why won’t media outlets comment on Fox News? I answered your questions.

Carolyn Hax chat: ‘My wife’s brother told her he hates me’

Is Jayden Daniels different than RGIII? Your Commanders questions, answered.

Opinion

Do you believe there are also Democratic fools in Congress? I answered your questions.

Style

(Allison Robbert/For The Washington Post)

All Things Go vibe check, in photos

The Onion is pivoting to video — no joke — with a former MSNBC anchor

Column

What is it with Gen X women and Donald Trump?

Maya Rudolph returns as Kamala Harris in the season premiere of SNL

Arts & Entertainment

Kris Kristofferson, rugged star of song and screen, dies at 88

‘Industry’ co-creators break down that wild Season 3 finale

Review

‘Final Cut’ is the book Charles Burns was born to write

Romance enters its Comic-Con phase

Travel

How to help Asheville recover from Hurricane Helene

Disney is a perfect getaway for parents — without the kids

Southwest Airlines to launch assigned seating, premium cabin in 2025

How Turkish Airlines played a key role in the Eric Adams indictment

Food

10 recipes for rent week, plus cooking tips for whenever money’s tight

Frozen spinach deserves more respect. Here’s how to best use it.

Column

A fragrant chickpea tagine captures the essence of a Moroccan classic

Build your High Holidays menu with recipes for brisket, kugel and more

RecipesWhat do you want to cook today?