HealthCare.gov: How a start-up failed to launch

Fear of political blowback and a lack of central oversight since 2010 have contributed to the troubled rollout of President Obama’s health-care plan.

Top Syrian rebel leader resigns to protest infighting

Forces loyal to the Syrian government are taking advantage of deepening rebel rifts, jeopardizing control even in strongholds.

Darrel Young is mobbed after his game-winning TD. (Newton/Post)

  • Darrel Young is mobbed after his game-winning TD.
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  • Darrel Young makes the winning touchdown in OT.
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  • Robert Griffin III celebrates a touchdown.
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  • Brandon Meriweather hits Danny Woodhead.
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  • Kai Forbath reacts to missing a second field goal.
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  • Alfred Morris escapes the Chargers.
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  • Alfred Morris scores in the second quarter.
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  • Brandon Meriweather brings down Ryan Mathews.
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  • Sean Lissemore grabs a blocked pass to score.
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Redskins win on overtime touchdown

Darrel Young’s third touchdown lifts the Redskins over the Chargers in overtime, kicking off a crucial stretch with a win.

Ranking the GOP contenders for 2016

Ranking the GOP contenders for 2016

THE FIX | Chris Christie is clearly No. 1, but who’s next? A look at who else might land on the GOP ticket.

In Tehran, ‘death to America’ still rings 34 years after embassy takeover

In Tehran, ‘death to America’ still rings 34 years after embassy takeover

Despite signs of thaw between U.S. and Iran, the former embassy still serves as a centerpiece of distrust.

The 2012 campaign still isn’t over

The 2012 campaign still isn’t over

BOOK REVIEW | “Double Down” dishes in page-turning detail on the toxic relationship on the GOP ticket.

For this rap-rock star, it’s not about
sex and drugs. It’s all about the Word.

For this rap-rock star, it’s not about<br> sex and drugs. It’s all about the Word.

He’s the legend you don’t know — wholesome enough for Billy Graham but brash enough to crack MTV.

Picks of the Week 

So, two priests walk into a room . . .

So, two priests walk into a room <span>. . .</span>

How did a humor writer become known for “The Exorcist”? William Peter Blatty reflects on his scary tale.

U.S. intensifies efforts in Kony hunt

U.S. intensifies efforts in Kony hunt

American forces are aiding African troops and collaborating with the group behind last year’s viral video.

Tea party districts among hardest hit

Tea party districts among hardest hit

Areas with hard-line Republicans are faring worse than the nation, and many blame the president.

NO SALES NO TRADES

NSA taps Yahoo, Google data

EXCLUSIVE | Snowden’s files show the NSA has positioned itself to collect from among hundreds of millions of users, many of them Americans.

Editors’ Picks

WASHINGTON DC - OCTOBER 22
Just a few days after her surgery  Briana Scurry continues to walk four miles a day in and around  Rock Creek Park in  Washington, D.C. on October 22, 2013.  Since her surgery she no onger has the chronic headaches that plague her for three years due to a concussion in 2010.
We profile Olympic and World Cup champion Briana Scurry,  who's  career ended due to head injuries.
  (Photo by Marvin Joseph/The Washington Post)

Soccer star tends to new goal

World Cup champion Briana Scurry is fighting back from the concussion that ended her career.

WASHINGTON, DC - OCTOBER 29:   Brady Phillips, 46, left, dressed at Hot Embers, and Matt Hoffman, 49, aka Rose Garden, march down 17th Street.  They are from DC.  The 27th annual 17th Street High Heel Race was held in Washington, DC on Tueday October 29, 2013.  (Photo by Sarah L. Voisin/The Washington Post)

Must-see photos of the week

From the parades to the one-year anniversary of Hurricane Sandy, catch up on this week’s news.

Featured Photo Galleries

Best news photos of the week

A quick way to catch up on the week’s news through our favorite photos.

Shooting at Los Angeles airport

The suspect in the killing of a TSA screener at Los Angeles International Airport was charged with murder Saturday.

Redskins vs. Chargers

The Washington Redskins play the San Diego Chargers at the beginning of a crucial three-game stretch at FedEx Field in Landover.

Taking flight over Colombia

Wing-suit flier Jhonathan Florez and his cameraman perform a jump high over Bogota, Colombia.

In France’s Brittany, at the end of the world

Lighthouses offer a stunning view of the coast in Finistère (from the Latin “finis terrae,” or the end of the earth).

Protesters greet Maliki’s arrival to White House

The Iraqi prime minister was welcomed by President Obama as sectarian violence in Iraq reached a recent high.

Beijing’s new hairdo

As part of Mercedes-Benz China Fashion Week, L’Oreal Paris brought some of its most outre hairstyles to Beijing.

Washington Monument fixes, up close

Repairs to external quake damage are about 80 percent complete.

Politics

Feinstein urges ‘full review’ of NSA programs

Feinstein urges ‘full review’ of NSA programs

Rep. Mike Rogers suggests White House lied about the president not knowing that allies were monitored.

More Opinions

The U.S. could learn from Indian hospitals

The U.S. could learn from Indian hospitals

U.S. hospitals need lessons in innovation frugality.

Local

Church embroiled in Bi-County Parkway debate

Church embroiled in Bi-County Parkway debate

The still-active Sudley Church is on a road that could be shut down if the Bi-County Parkway is built.

Sports

Caps beat Panthers to earn second straight win

Caps beat Panthers to earn second straight win

Florida forces overtime on a late power-play goal against Washington’s stellar penalty kill.

Business

A bus with beer? Dogfish Head debuts new concept.

A bus with beer? Dogfish Head debuts new concept.

The bus, which seats up to 18 people, specializes in beer and food pairings. And its founder says it’s beer appreciation, not binge drinking.

Technology

In search for visibility, companies come downstairs

In search for visibility, companies come downstairs

Looking to expand their brands, design and technology firms open showcase space on the sidewalk.

World

Is there life on Mars? India hopes to help find the answer.

Is there life on Mars? India hopes to help find the answer.

India plans to launch its Mars mission on Tuesday.

Federal Government

TSOs have thankless job; now one is dead

TSOs have thankless job; now one is dead

FEDERAL DIARY | Union officials call for additional airport safety measures after killing of employee at L.A. airport.

Lifestyle

At the end of the world in Brittany

At the end of the world in Brittany

Climbing lighthouses, gobbling pancakes, tasting oysters and stumbling upon ancient stones.

Discussions

NSA Secrets: Have you changed your web habits?

NSA Secrets: Have you changed your web habits?

Are the revelations about NSA data collection affecting the way you use the web? Tell us here.

Diversions