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Wolfgang Schäuble, German Politician Who Helped Forge European Unity, Dies at 81
An important figure in the reunification of East and West Germany, he played a key role in shaping German politics for decades and was once seen as a likely chancellor.
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In Canada, Assisted Death May Soon Be Available for the Mentally Ill
The country is divided over a law that would allow patients suffering from mental health illnesses to apply for assisted death.
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At The Movies With Matt Zoller Seitz On His Birthday
What movies do film critics watch when no one is looking? That is a question we frequently get asked to help our readers navigate their own choices. Roger used to talk about watching “La Dolce Vita” every ten years to evaluate his own feelings about life. Matt Zoller Seitz wrote an article in 2016 detailing all of…
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Home Entertainment Guide: December 2023
10 NEW TO NETFLIX “99 Homes““The Batman““Beverly Hills Cop““Black Swan““L.A. Confidential““Lucy““Minari““Neighbors”“The Other Guys”“Wonder Woman“ 11 NEW TO BLU-RAY “Blast of Silence” (Criterion) This 1961 thriller/noir might not get the attention it has in the current era without the elevation of the Criterion Collection, who released a great standard Blu-ray edition that they have now followed…
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The Great Craft of 2023
Starting last year, we created an accompaniment to our beloved feature on the great performances of the year, a piece designed to elevate the filmmaking elements that don’t seem to get enough attention throughout the year. Accomplishments in music, cinematography, costume design, editing, and even giant monster creation were selected by our staff, offering an…
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The First Secret Asteroid Mission Won’t Be the Last
AstroForge, a private company, wants to mine a space rock, but it doesn’t want the competition to find out which one.
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Common Sense Media’s 21 best family films of 2023
Common Sense Media’s top-rated films of the year for kids, tweens and teens.
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Dining chat: A reader asks, ‘Why do I need a food critic?’
Washington Post food critic Tom Sietsema entertains your dining questions, rants and raves.
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The Heights food hall revitalizes the Friendship Heights dining scene
The Chevy Chase destination includes eight food stalls, a sit-down restaurant, a bar and (soon) a speakeasy.
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True-Crime Podcasts About Trump Are Everywhere
MSNBC, NPR, Vox Media and The Atlanta Journal-Constitution are all aiming to capitalize on interest in the criminal cases against President Donald J. Trump with the shows.