Social Security cost of living adjustment to be announced Wednesday as inflation raises prices for seniors
A cost of living adjustment to Social Security is expected to increase the average monthly payout to seniors in 2027.
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New York City moves to end Central Park horse-drawn carriage rides by 2028
New York City is moving to ban horse-drawn carriage rides in Central Park by June 2028 after a fatal accident renewed safety concerns.
Bulgaria says Russia was likely behind Black Sea drone strikes as rescue operations continue
SOFIA, Bulgaria (AP) — Bulgaria on Wednesday said Russia was likely behind drone attacks that struck four ships in the Black Sea in the past week, sinking two, but there was no way of proving Moscow’s culpability. Rescuers are still searching for 11 crew members missing after drone strikes on Tuesday sank two ships…
Is the White House’s New Press Secretary Really a Lawyer? Plus: House Republicans Investigate DC Groups, and More Layoffs at the Washington Post
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Morgan Stanley: Q3 Earnings Snapshot
NEW YORK (AP) — NEW YORK (AP) — Morgan Stanley (MS) on Wednesday reported third-quarter profit of $4.91 billion. The New York-based company said it had earnings of $3.03 per share. The results exceeded Wall Street expectations. The average estimate of five analysts surveyed by Zacks Investment Research was for…
Six Flags Over Georgia roller coaster death sparks debate on US amusement park safety regulations
A 42-year-old man's death after he was ejected from a roller coaster in Georgia is drawing attention to the safety of amusement park rides.
Appeals court will hear arguments on Trump’s National Guard deployment in the nation’s capital
WASHINGTON (AP) — More than 14 months after National Guard members began patrolling the streets of the nation’s capital, a federal appeals court on Wednesday will hear arguments over whether they should be sent home. Oral arguments are scheduled in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit. The…
Indonesia’s top Muslim council opposes upcoming Andrea Bocelli concerts over Israel ties
JAKARTA, Indonesia (AP) — Indonesia’s top Islamic council met with government officials Wednesday to voice its opposition to two upcoming concerts by Italian tenor Andrea Bocelli, arguing that the singer’s past support for Israel is incompatible with the views of many in the Muslim-majority country. The Indonesian…
Fastenal: Q3 Earnings Snapshot
WINONA, Minn. (AP) — WINONA, Minn. (AP) — Fastenal Co. (FAST) on Wednesday reported third-quarter profit of $401.6 million. The Winona, Minnesota-based company said it had net income of 35 cents per share. The results topped Wall Street expectations. The average estimate of six analysts surveyed by Zacks Investment…
2 men hospitalized in Southeast DC shooting
Police are still searching for who pulled the trigger in the Tuesday night shooting.
FBI arrests OpenAI employee accused of placing recording device in company conference room
The FBI has arrested an OpenAI employee for allegedly bugging a corporate conference room. It's unclear what motive investigators suspect.
BlackRock: Q3 Earnings Snapshot
NEW YORK (AP) — NEW YORK (AP) — BlackRock, Inc. (BLK) on Wednesday reported third-quarter profit of $1.66 billion. On a per-share basis, the New York-based company said it had profit of $10.57. Earnings, adjusted for non-recurring costs and amortization costs, were $15.93 per share. The results exceeded Wall Street…
Her son has serious disabilities. She believes she’s the best person to teach him
WHITE SULPHUR SPRINGS, Mont. (AP) — “You can’t hit me, Will. You know that,” Katherine Walter says to her 11-year-old son, deflecting a swat. “Why?” William asks, half-heartedly pushing his chest into his mother’s open hands. “You are in the red zone,” she says. “I need you to take it back to the green. What...
Her son has serious disabilities. She believes she’s the best person to teach him
WHITE SULPHUR SPRINGS, Mont. (AP) — “You can’t hit me, Will. You know that,” Katherine Walter says to her 11-year-old son, deflecting a swat. “Why?” William asks, half-heartedly pushing his chest into his mother’s open hands. “You are in the red zone,” she says. “I need you to take it back to the green. What...
Storm Team4 Forecast: Summerlike warmth near 90° before chance of rain
4 things to know about the weather: Expect lots of sunshine Wednesday with temperatures soaring into the upper 80s. Readings will run nearly 15 to 20 degrees above mid-October averages across the D.C. metro area.
National Guard asked to limit placement of soldiers near voting locations
The D.C. Board of Elections requested that National Guard members limit their presence near ballot drop boxes after complaints.
Pope Leo at Rome hospital as he recovers from surgery to remove lung cancer, Vatican says
Pope Leo XIV spent a tranquil night in Rome's Gemelli hospital following an operation to remove the lower lobe of his right lung and a confirmed cancer diagnosis.
Fairfax County Public Schools enrollment declines by thousands
School leaders across the DMV region are having to make some tough choices as fewer students are enrolling in school, which often means less funding from the state.
Woman accused of killing her husband and 3-year-old son at Pennsylvania resort
A Pennsylvania woman was charged with killing her husband and toddler son while they were staying at a Great Wolf Lodge resort, officials said.
Howard students demand action after UMD club tennis sent ‘racist imagery' to other teams
“It stays with you.” That is how one person described the appearance of “racist imagery” in materials distributed for a tournament hosted by the University of Maryland (UMD) Club Tennis Team last weekend.
Prince George's police looking for dog stolen in Camp Springs
Police are asking for the community’s help finding a dog who was stolen in Camp Springs, Maryland.
Svechnikov scores 2 goals to lead the Hurricanes to a 4-2 win over the Capitals
Andrei Svechnikov scored two goals, including the winner with 6:04 left in the third period, to lead the Carolina Hurricanes to a 4-2 win over the Washington Capitals on Tuesday night.
Howard to face Tennessee State in NBA HBCU Classic during All-Star weekend
The Howard University’s men’s basketball team will be taking their talent all the way to Phoenix, Arizona for the 2027 NBA HBCU Classic during All-Star weekend.
New Arlington school speed zone cameras begin ticketing
you want to keep $100 in your pocket, watch your speed around new school zone cameras in Arlington.
DC police violent crime statistics contradict Pirro's statements
U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro recently said violent crime is down in Washington, D.C., however, police say one category of violent crime is up considerably.
The Commanders Didn’t Lose. So Why Do We Still Feel So Empty?
The Commanders didn’t lose to the Giants on Sunday. It’s Tuesday now. So why do you still feel so empty? Perhaps it is because, during overtime, Jayden Daniels and company snatched a tie from the jaws of victory. Or, maybe, it is because despite leading by 14 points with just eight minutes left — 97.9
This Alexandria Artist Paints Tiny Masterpieces on Pumpkin Seeds and Pistachios
To see Hasan Kale’s art, you need to look closely. Very, very closely. The 67-year-old Turkish artist, who lives in Alexandria, paints intensely detailed miniature masterworks onto unconventional culinary canvases. A scene from Pulp Fiction on a piece of popcorn. A pumpkin seed painted with Edvard Munch’s “The…
How DC-Area Private Schools Are Handling AI
Artificial-intelligence companies are marketing tools directly to schools and school-age kids, and the technology is becoming a regular part of education. For example, Google Classroom, a class-management portal for assignments, grades, and more, comes with Gemini built in, and ChatGPT recently launched a version for…
The Espresso Martini Comes With a Cigarette at This New DC Restaurant
It’s been 20 years since smoking was banned in DC’s restaurant dining rooms. But lately, cigarettes have made a small but notable return. At La Merna, the buzzy new Dupont Circle restaurant specializing in Chicago-style tavern pizza, you can get an amaro-infused espresso martini with a cigarette for an extra $3—or a…
Instead of a Grand Wedding Cake, This Couple Opted for Cakes at Every Table
Rachel, a Realtor from Pennsylvania, and Antonio, a Georgia native who owns audiovisual company, met on Rachel’s first day of work at a hotel in Louisville, Kentucky. Four years after a first date at a local taco spot, the pair got engaged at Al Volo Osteria in Adams Morgan. Get more Washingtonian Weddings inspo…
A DC Pastry Chef Is Now Selling Protein Ice Cream
Lucky Plum Ice Cream Shoppe. 747 C St., SE. When pastry chef Rochelle Cooper returned from maternity leave in July to find milk protein powder—instead of the normal milk powder she uses for ice cream—in the shared kitchen of the Duck & The Peach, the Wells, and La Collina, she banished the accidental shipment to
“They Want to Have Their Hands in Everything”: An NIH Insider on How Trump Is Politicizing Biomedical Science
Last year, Washingtonian spoke to an anonymous manager at the National Institutes of Health about the turmoil there during the Trump administration’s first 100 days. Describing a mood of “absolute despair,” the manager discussed how layoffs, funding cuts, and the targeting of studies and programs believed by the…