Tuesday, September 30, 2014

PM Narendra Modi pays tribute to Mahatma Gandhi at memorial near Indian embassy in Washington


PM Narendra Modi pays tribute to Mahatma Gandhi at memorial near Indian embassy in Washington


WASHINGTON: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday paid floral tributes to Mahatma Gandhi at a memorial in front of the Indian embassy in the US capital. A large number of Indian-Americans were present to welcome the Prime Minister, who was accompanied by ...


Jobless rates rise in Washington, Greene


The August unemployment rates for Washington and Greene counties rose from July, a second consecutive monthly increase for both. The Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry released seasonally adjusted August numbers this morning. They peg Washington ...



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Western Washington University


Western Washington University


Craig Dunn was appointed to a two-year term as dean of the College of Business and Economics at Western Washington University. He has been interim dean for a year and before that was associate dean/director of graduate programs at CBE.


Washington Redskins Bench RG3, Create Even More Controversy


Washington Redskins QB Robert Griffin III will undergo total reconstructive surgery on his knee but is hopeful to return for 2013's first game. Washington Redskins QB Robert Griffin III worsened a preexisting knee injury in Sunday's game and now fans are ...


Arsonist suspected in up to 23 blazes in Washington state


SEATTLE (Reuters) - A suspected arsonist operating in Washington state is believed to have ignited nearly two dozen fires in three weeks, destroying two homes and burning parched grassland amid a destructive wildfire season, officials said on Monday.


2014 MLB Playoffs: Making a Case for the Washington Nationals as Your New Team


So you're a fan without a nation. The single biggest selling point for Washington isn't its National League-best 96-66 record, but the way in which those 96 games were won. And the only way to truly understand the grit that defines the Nationals is to take ...



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Defense Departure is Boeing’s Latest ‘Thank You’ for Washington’s $8.7 Billion Tax Break - SPEEA


Defense Departure is Boeing’s Latest ‘Thank You’ for Washington’s $8.7 Billion Tax Break - SPEEA


SEATTLE--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- The Boeing Company’s decision to move large portions of its Defense, Space and Security division out of the Puget Sound region is the latest snub by corporate leaders to the engineers, technical workers and to Washington state ...


Man Opens Fire During Ethiopian Embassy Protest in Washington


A gunman opened fire during a protest on the Ethiopian Embassy grounds on Monday, according to a video of the incident, but no injuries were reported. A spokesman for the U.S. Secret Service said it had detained a possible shooter after a report at about ...


Washington swim teams eying another perfect season


Washington swim teams eying another perfect season The Washington High School swim teams are poised to do something special once again Check out this story on pnj.com: http://on.pnj.com/1vr9Nz4


Boeing Shifting Defense Jobs Away From Washington


Boeing Co. BA +0.06% Boeing Co. U.S.: NYSE $ 128.77 +0.08 +0.06% Sept. 29, 2014 4:00 pm Volume (Delayed 15m) : 3.28M AFTER HOURS $ 128.77 0.00 % Sept. 29, 2014 6:21 pm Volume (Delayed 15m) : 210,508 P/E Ratio 19.17 Market Cap $92.74 Billion Dividend Yield ...


Full Washington Redskins Awards at the Quarter Mark of the 2014 NFL Season


With an opening schedule that featured two of the NFL's worst teams from 2013, in addition to another non-playoff team, disappointing is one word you could use to sum up the Washington Redskins' 1-3 start to the 2014 NFL season. Still, even amidst the ...


PM Narendra Modi arrives in Washington, to hold talks with Obama


Washington: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday arrived in Washington on the second leg of his five-day US visit during which he will hold talks with US President Barack Obama. Obama is also hosting a private dinner, which will be the first opportunity ...



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Washington firefighters save family of hamsters from mobile home fire


Washington firefighters save family of hamsters from mobile home fire


LACEY, WA - The big hearts of Washington firefighters are being noticed after saving a tiny, palm-sized family from a residential blaze. When Lacey Fire Department crews arrived on scene to fight the mobile home fire late last week, they found a family of ...


Denzel Washington's "The Equalizer" tops weekend box office with $35M


Flexing his star power, Denzel Washington led the thriller "The Equalizer" to a $35 million debut, according to studio estimates Sunday. The Sony-Columbia Pictures release dominated the weekend box office, surpassing some expectations for the film.


Report of shots fired near Ethiopian embassy in Washington


WASHINGTON (Reuters) – The U.S. Secret Service detained a possible shooter after a report that shots were fired on Monday near the Ethiopian embassy in Washington, a spokesman for the agency said. The possible shots were reported at about 12:15 p.m. EDT ...


'The Equalizer': How reliable a draw is Denzel Washington?


As “The Equalizer” proved once again this week with a strong $35-million opening, Denzel Washington is one of the most reliable stars in Hollywood. But when it comes to box office, some of his movies are more reliable than others. Since turning into a ...


Denzel Washington draws box office win with 'The Equalizer,' 'The Boxtrolls' gets off to strong start


Denzel Washington is still your old-fashioned Hollywood star, the type of actor who can draw audiences who don’t care what he does. They just want to see Washington in action and more people wanted to see his The Equalizer than any other movie at the box ...


Jay Gruden Must Call a More Balanced Offense for Washington Redskins


Never mind who his quarterback is, Washington Redskins head coach Jay Gruden must call a more balanced offense. That means leaning more on his team's excellent ground game. So far this season, Gruden has skewed his play-calling heavily toward the pass.


The Washington Post’s Ben Bradlee now in hospice care


Ben Bradlee, executive editor of The Washington Post during the Watergate era, at his home in Washington, D.C., on June 3, 2012. (Photo by Michel du Cille/The Washington Post) Former Washington Post editor Ben Bradlee’s health has declined over the past ...


Denzel Washington and ‘The Equalizer’ Lead Box Office


There are few sure things in Hollywood, but Denzel Washington is certainly one of them. “The Equalizer” (Sony), starring Mr. Washington as a retired mercenary pitted against ultra-violent Russian gangsters, was No. 1 at North American theaters over the ...



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Monday, September 29, 2014

Former Washington Post editor Ben Bradlee in hospice care - wife


Former Washington Post editor Ben Bradlee in hospice care - wife


WASHINGTON, Sept 29 (Reuters) - Former Washington Post Executive Editor Ben Bradlee, who oversaw the newspaper's coverage of the Watergate scandal in the 1970s, is in hospice care, his wife said. Bradlee, 93, is suffering from Alzheimer's disease and ...


Ben Bradlee, former Washington Post editor, enters hospice care


WASHINGTON (AP) - Former Washington Post editor Ben Bradlee's wife says her husband is in hospice care after his health has declined over the past two months. Bradlee's wife, Sally Quinn, said in a television interview broadcast Sunday that the 93-year-old ...


Wife: Washington Post's Ben Bradlee in hospice


WASHINGTON (AP) — Former Washington Post editor Ben Bradlee's wife says her husband is in hospice care after his health has declined over the past two months. Bradlee's wife, Sally Quinn, said in a television interview broadcast Sunday that the 93-year ...


Kerry Washington helps kick off 'Scandal' clothing collection


NEW YORK, N.Y. - Kerry Washington wants women to look as powerful and put together as her TV persona. Fashion retailer The Limited has teamed up with the "Scandal" star and the show's costume designer, Lyn Paolo, for a collection inspired by the ABC drama ...


Five Ways 'Equalizer' Star Denzel Washington Beats Out His Fellow Action Stars


In Denzel we trust. Washington is truly one of the last real Hollywood stars left standing that moviegoers will go see in almost anything. And even when he is bad, he is oh so good. Denzel Washington won his 2001 Oscar the hard way. He became only the ...


After wowing the Big Apple, PM Narendra Modi off to win Washington


Washington, Sep 29: After wowing the Indian-American community and wooing the big business in the Big Apple, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is headed to Washington for his first summit with President Barack Obama to reset stalled India-US relations.


Washington’s Secret Agendas


One might think that by now even Americans would have caught on to the constant stream of false alarms that Washington sounds in order to deceive the people into supporting its hidden agendas. The public fell for the lie that the Taliban in Afghanistan are ...



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Russia's Sergey Lavrov says ties with Washington need "reset 2.0"


Russia's Sergey Lavrov says ties with Washington need "reset 2.0"


Moscow called on Sunday for a new "reset 2.0" in relations with Washington, saying the situation in Ukraine that had led to Western sanctions against Russia was improving thanks to Kremlin peace initiatives. Washington and Brussels accuse Moscow of ...


Washington State Veteran Service Officer Training & Information Session


This one day training and information session will cover the following topics: VA PensionTraumatic Brain InjuryMilitary Sexual Trauma This event is open to all Veteran Service Officers in Washington State. For more information please contact steveng@dva ...


Central Washington University


Central Washington University (CWU) is a regionally accredited (Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities – NWCCU) university located in the heart of Washington State in the historic town of Ellensburg. CWU is close to just about everything!


Washington firefighters save pets from hamster hell


Hamster hell nearly got "Oreo" and "Madonna." Firefighters extinguished a Washington state trailer park blaze Friday and then went into life-saving mode. Nobody was home when the fire broke out in the laundry room, but a family of hamsters teetered close ...


Jordan Zimmermann no-hitter a fitting cap to Washington Nationals season


In the final game of the regular season, Jordan Zimmermann throws the first no-hitter in Nationals history. Sept. 28, 2014 Washington Nationals starting pitcher Jordan Zimmermann pitches during the team's final regular season game. The Nationals won, 1-0 ...



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Recap: Montreal vs. Washington


Recap: Montreal vs. Washington


Montreal, QC (SportsNetwork.com) - Braden Holtby and Justin Peters combined for an 18-save shutout and the Washington Capitals beat the Montreal Canadiens 2-0 in preseason action on Sunday. Joel Ward and Brooks Laich both scored with under two minutes to ...


PolitiFact Florida: Was Gwen Graham a Washington lobbyist?


Florida's most competitive congressional race is a North Florida battle between Republican incumbent Steve Southerland and Democrat Gwen Graham, the daughter of former Florida Gov. Bob Graham. Rep. Southerland has been throwing attack after attack in the ...


Washington Wizards: No. 10 in NBA Watchability Rankings


Washington Wizards: No. 10 in NBA Watchability Rankings The breakthrough was last season. Now the Wizards are looking to become real contenders and have the talent and experience to make moves, starting with a rise to No. 10 in our NBA Watchability Rankings.



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Denzel Washington's 'The Equalizer' tops 'The Boxtrolls' at box office


Denzel Washington's 'The Equalizer' tops 'The Boxtrolls' at box office


Denzel Washington brought his might to the box office yet again with his latest action film, “The Equalizer.” The R-rated movie, based on the gritty 1985-89 CBS series starring Edward Woodward, topped all other films with an estimated weekend gross of ...


No-hitter for Washington Nationals pitcher Jordan Zimmermann against Miami Marlins


No-hitter for Washington Nationals pitcher Jordan Zimmermann against Miami Marlins Washington Nationals pitcher Jordan Zimmermann pitches no-hitter against Marlins on final day of season. Check out this story on app.com: http://on.app.com/1sHg2zQ


Washington's Jordan Zimmermann pitches no-hitter against Marlins on final day of season


After finally giving up his dream of winning the Kentucky Derby, preferably as a horse, Martin Fennelly has returned to his love of more than two decades, writing about the people and teams who make Tampa sports go.


Denzel Washington appeal no mystery as 'Equalizer' tops cinemas


LOS ANGELES — Oscar-winner Denzel Washington, playing a mysterious action hero, demonstrated again he's one of Hollywood's most bankable stars by carrying Sony's "The Equalizer" to the top of the box office in its debut. The film, based on a former TV ...


Washington's 'Equalizer' takes down box office foes


That's a killer debut, Denzel Washington. The Equalizer, an update of the 1980s TV drama with Washington as a cinematic vigilante, took out the competition with a $35 million opening weekend, according to studio estimates from ticket sales firm Rentrak.


Denzel Washington’s ‘The Equalizer’ tops box office with $35 million


Flexing his star power, Denzel Washington led the thriller "The Equalizer" to a $35 million debut, according to studio estimates Sunday. The Sony-Columbia Pictures release dominated the weekend box office, surpassing some expectations for the film.


Denzel Washington's 'The Equalizer' has smashing debut


Denzel Washington and “The Equalizer” were number one with a bullet this weekend, as the revenge thriller picked up an impressive $35 million across 3,234 locations reports Variety. That figure gave it a comfortable lead over the weekend’s other new ...


Denzel Washington's 'Equalizer' tops box office


LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - "The Equalizer", a thriller starring Denzel Washington as a man who helps rescue a teenage girl under the control of Russian gangsters, debuted in the top spot on U.S. and Canadian movie charts over the weekend with $35 million in ...


Russia’s Lavrov says ties with Washington need ‘reset 2.0’


MOSCOW: Moscow called on Sunday for a new "reset 2.0" in relations with Washington, saying the situation in Ukraine that had led to Western sanctions against Russia was improving thanks to Kremlin peace initiatives. Washington and Brussels accuse Moscow of ...


Marijuana legal but often scarce in Washington state


SEATTLE – A little more than two months after Washington launched recreational marijuana sales, you'd be hard pressed to stumble upon any pot shops in the state's biggest city: Until this weekend, only one marijuana store was open in Seattle, and getting ...



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Sunday, September 28, 2014

Washington students encouraged to compete in letter-writing contest


Washington students encouraged to compete in letter-writing contest


The following is a release from the Secretary of Washington State: An annual national contest encouraging students to write about a favorite or influential book is under way. The Letters About Literature competition encourages young readers to write ...



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Washington can’t get in loss to Stanford


Washington can’t get in loss to Stanford


SEATTLE — The game ended with Cyler Miles going down again. It was fourth-and-18, 14 seconds left, and the Huskies’ sophomore quarterback was flushed from the pocket, scrambling ahead, hoping, lunging for, well, something. He was stopped 13 yards short.


Washington loses 20-13 to No. 16 Stanford


SEATTLE (AP) — Chris Petersen was at a loss on how to find some life in Washington's offense. So in a tie game, midway through the fourth quarter, Petersen decided the best way to try to upset No. 16 Stanford was running a fake punt on fourth-and-9.



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Volleyball Falls to George Washington


Volleyball Falls to George Washington


Behind a .355 hitting percentage and 11 service aces, the George Washington Colonials posted a three-set Atlantic 10 victory over the Fordham Rams on Saturday night at the Smith Center in Washington, D.C. Final set scores were 25-15, 25-18, and 25-23.


Instant analysis: Stanford 20, Washington 13


A monstrous Stanford defensive performance overcame offensive struggles, and the Cardinal escaped Seattle with a 20-13 win. What it means: After losing in Week 2, No. 16 Stanford desperately needed this win to stay on track in its pursuit of a College ...


Hogan, Stanford persevere in 20-13 win over Washington


SEATTLE — Kevin Hogan had to shake off two big mistakes — throwing an interception and losing a fumble — before regrouping Saturday for a hard-fought 20-13 win at Husky Stadium. After No. 16 Stanford took advantage of a botched fake punt attempt by ...


Utah Utes vs Washington State live Stream Watch Online Week 5 College Football Texas State vs Tulsa HD TV Link


Utah Utes vs Washington State live Stream Watch Online Week 5 College Football Texas State vs Tulsa HD TV Link. Utah Utes vs Washington State Cougars live Stream Watch Online NCAA Football, 2014 Week 5College Match Streaming. Utah Utes vs Washington State ...



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Right Modis operandi key to a perfect outing in Washington


Right Modis operandi key to a perfect outing in Washington


Narendra Modi's visit to Washington provides a golden opportunity for the United States and India to redirect their meandering relationship. While distractions on both sides make the current circumstances unfavourable for dramatic breakthroughs, both have ...


AFL Homecoming: Washington State at Utah


Analysis: I think the Cougars have a really good team and they are definitely better than they have been in years past. We’re 1-3 right now, but we’re improving each week. I like the passing game that Mike Leach has brought in and I just feel like they ...


Washington's experts recruit 'Call of Duty' creator


Washington (AFP) - A Washington think tank is recruiting the mastermind behind the best-selling "Call of Duty" video games to help policy wonks imagine future wars America may have to fight. Dave Anthony, whose blockbuster gaming franchise has earned ...


Stanford vs Washington Live Stream Husky Stadium Cardinal Vs Huskies When The game Start & how To watch Online Of NCAA


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Washington state parks offer free parking Saturday


OLYMPIA, Wash. (AP) - Saturday, Sept. 27 is a free day at Washington state parks. Visitors will not need a Discovery Pass to visit and park. The free day is in recognition of the 21st anniversary of National Public Lands Day. When the Discover Pass was ...


Box Office: Denzel Washington's 'The Equalizer' Nabs $12.6M Friday


The one constant through all the years has been Denzel Washington. The star system as we know it is in tatters, the concept of the studio programmer and mid-budget drama has given away to animated spectaculars and mega-budget fantasy franchises. But for ...


The Equalizer review: Denzel Washington anchors action thriller with a big schtick


In the zesty, committed action thriller The Equalizer, Denzel Washington plays Robert McCall, or to be more precise, what scientists classify as a badass. Living a precise, circumspect life in Boston, McCall simmers until he flips the switch and meets ...



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Saturday, September 27, 2014

Watch Stanford Cardinal vs Washington Huskies Streaming Online NCAA College Football 2014 September 27 Live


Watch Stanford Cardinal vs Washington Huskies Streaming Online NCAA College Football 2014 September 27 Live


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Stanford vs Washington: Game Time Live Stream, Tv Coverage


Stanford vs Washington: Game Time Live Stream, Tv Coverage


NCAA College Football Septembar 27,Live, providing sports fans with direct access to all games and more than hours of live streaming coverage of the 2014 NCAA College Football, Produced by Turner Sports in partnership with the NCAA College Football and CBS ...


Miami Marlins at Washington Nationals


(AP) -- When the Washington Nationals headed into the playoffs with the NL's best record two years ago, they did so without Stephen Strasburg after he was shut down due to an innings limit. Strasburg has no restrictions this season, and he's pitching as ...


Denzel Washington’s ‘Equalizer’ has strong opening


Action-thriller film The Equalizer, currently showing in the UAE, brought in $1.45 million (Dh5.3 million) from Thursday night showings on its way to another strong debut for its star, Denzel Washington. That studio-estimated tally came from showings that ...


Prospect of tighter White House security touches nerve in Washington


WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The prospect of more of the U.S. capital being closed off after an intruder got into the White House has struck a nerve in Washington over public space being eroded by barricades and bollards. The possible tightening of security ...



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Washington Ruritans to provide dictionaries


Washington Ruritans to provide dictionaries


The Washington Ruritan Club enjoyed a ham dinner at its meeting held Sept. 22 at Freeburg Church of the Brethren. Guests for the evening included 4-H members Sarianne and Sierra Baum and Mykenna Creager.... Already a subscriber to print? You have online ...


Movie review: Denzel Washington punctuates his sage vigor with "The Equalizer"


As of the release of "The Equalizer" this month, Denzel Washington is 59 years old with his 60th birthday coming this December. Let that sink in for a moment. He is seven years older than Tom Cruise, a year older than Mel Gibson, and the same age as Kevin ...


Washington Post: NFL Should Hire Eric Holder to Rebuild Public Trust


Wow. The Washington Post either has a really weird sense of humor, or they are wildly disconnected from the political atmosphere in America. In an opinion piece (I know, it’s kinda hard to tell nowadays) writer Mark Maske speculated on a possible career ...


Washington blanks Limestone 28-0


WASHINGTON — To say that the Limestone football team experienced a failure to launch Friday night wouldn’t be an entirely accurate statement. The Rockets suffered a 28-0, Mid-Illini Conference loss at Washington. “Coach (Todd) Stevens and our defense ...



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Recap: Washington vs. Boston


Recap: Washington vs. Boston


Washington, DC (SportsNetwork.com) - Troy Brouwer's shot with 2:12 played in overtime lifted Washington to a 5-4 victory over Boston in preseason action from Verizon Center. Alex Ovechkin netted a pair of power-play goals, while Michael Latta and Liam O ...


Pick 6 | 6 things to watch: Stanford at Washington


The Washington Huskies kick off their Pac-12 season on Saturday when they welcome the Stanford Cardinal to Husky Stadium. The two Pac-12 North rivals have combined for thrilling finishes over the past two seasons, with each team holding serve on its home turf.


Marijuana legal but often scarce in Washington state


SEATTLE – A little more than two months after Washington launched recreational marijuana sales, you'd be hard pressed to stumble upon any pot shops in the state's biggest city: Until this weekend, only one marijuana store was open in Seattle, and getting ...


Small-town college football power Eastern Washington brings big-time profile to UC Davis


Eastern Washington, which plays at UC Davis tonight, hasn’t become one of the nation’s best Football Championship Subdivision teams because of the attractive amenities in Cheney, Wash. “It’s just a little country town with a Safeway and a McDonald ...


Washington Needs to Go on a Diet


When I joined Texas Instruments (TXN) in 1980 the company had its hands in everything. It was the world’s biggest semiconductor company. It conducted oil exploration that employed the largest private navy on Earth. It made everything from guided missiles ...



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Albany Police investigate Washington Park assault


Albany Police investigate Washington Park assault


ALBANY – Albany Police are looking into an assault they say took place Thursday night in Washington Park. A women tells police she was assaulted around 7:30 p.m. near the playground close to State Street. She says she doesn’t know her attacker.


Denzel Washington: The essential roles


Everyone has their Denzel Washington moment. It might have happened while watching his first Oscar-winning role in 1989's "Glory." Or maybe it was sparked during 1992's "Malcolm X" biopic. It might've even taken you as long as 2001's "Training Day.


Washington police officer accused of tipping off prostitute


A Washington police officer is accused of tipping off a suspected prostitute of an undercover operation, the Washington County district attorney announced Friday. Investigators charged Officer Joshua Rush, 39, of Canonsburg with misdemeanor counts of ...


The Washington Football Team is Selling its Fans Expired, World Cup-Branded Beer


Fans of the Washington professional football team have a number of problems. The team's nickname is offensive. Its most famous player is injured. It's losing most of its football games. And its stadium is now selling expired Budweiser branded with the logo ...


Denzel Washington solid in OK ‘Equalizer’


If you were lucky enough to catch Denzel Washington in “A Raisin in the Sun” on Broadway, you saw the hugely charismatic actor portray, in an iconic role, the full complexity of a human being: strengths and weaknesses, attributes and flaws, durability ...


Washington Center Challenge Day


Washington Center Challenge Day Serenity Watson, center, with volunteers Justin Kaspersky, right, and Grace Pannell, left, participate in a bowling competition as part of the 22nd annual Washington Center Challenge Day at Bob Jones University on Friday ...


Washington Co. Officer Arrested, Allegedly Tried To Prevent Cops From Arresting Prostitute


PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – A Washington County police officer has been arrested. Washington Police Officer 39-year-old Joshua Rush was charged on multiple counts after officials say he provided information about an investigation to a suspect. According to the ...


Washington Police Officer Charged


The Washington County District Attorney's Office announced today that a Washington police officer has been charged in connection with allegations that he provided information regarding police activities to an individual who was a suspect in an investigation.


Denzel Washington's 'Equalizer' shoots to nearly $1.5 million


Action-thriller film "The Equalizer" brought in $1.45 million from Thursday night showings on its way to another strong debut for its star, Denzel Washington. That studio-estimated tally came from showings that started at 7 p.m. at 2,693 locations.


Denzel Washington riveting, even as brutal 'Equalizer'


Denzel Washington is such a magnetic screen presence audiences would probably love the guy if one of his characters killed someone with a corkscrew. Now's our chance to find out! The business end of a wine opener is just one tool Washington uses to ...



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Friday, September 26, 2014

‘Daily Show’ airs controversial Washington Redskins segment


‘Daily Show’ airs controversial Washington Redskins segment


The Daily Show aired its controversial segment about the Washington NFL team name. “Recently, we sent our intrepid reporter Jason Jones out to the field to explore the phenomenon of a certain Washington D.C. football team’s controversial name ...


The Equalizer - film review: 'Denzel Washington projects dignified gravitas throughout a string of grisly showdowns'


A fine actor he may be but there's always something predictably noble about Denzel Washington: he projects the same kind of dignified gravitas whether he's playing Malcolm X or pulverising someone's skull with a Black & Decker drill — as he does in this ...


Kerry Washington helps launch 'Scandal' collection


NEW YORK — Kerry Washington wants women to look as powerful and put together as her TV persona. Fashion retailer The Limited has teamed up with the "Scandal" star and the show's costume designer, Lyn Paolo, for a collection inspired by the ABC drama ...


Sony: Denzel Washington's 'Equalizer' Expected To Give Box Office A Boost Heading Into October


After two strong consecutive weekends at the box office, Sony (NYSE:SNE) is hoping for the hat trick with its Denzel Washington-led "The Equalizer", and it's entirely possible that will be the case. Going back to 2004, every wide-release film from Denzel ...


Jay Gruden says Washington's loss wasn't on Kirk Cousins


Washington was humiliated by the New York Giants at FedEx Field on Thursday Night Football, beaten 45-14 to drop their record to 1-3. Perhaps the most embarrassing performance goes to Kirk Cousins, who threw four interceptions and lost a fumble in defeat.


Kirk Cousins Can't Mask All of Washington Redskins' Problems


Kirk Cousins or Robert Griffin III can line up under center, but it won't make any difference to the Washington Redskins. Not while the team is still plagued by so many other, familiar problems. All the evidence you need that the change at quarterback won ...


Fatal crash near George Washington Bridge snarls traffic headed to Manhattan, New England


RIDGEFIELD PARK, N.J. (AP) -- A fatal crash on a New Jersey interstate near the George Washington Bridge has snarled traffic headed to Manhattan and New England. Trooper Alina Spies (speez) with the New Jersey State Police says a tractor-trailer and an SUV ...


How Washington really feels about the Redskins name


How Washington really feels about the Redskins name A new poll reveals how Washington area residents and Redskins fans really feel about their home team's controversial name. Check out this story on USATODAY.com: http://usat.ly/1sxnLAp


Marijuana could deliver more than $800 million in revenue to Washington and Colorado


Seattle City Attorney Pete Holmes, left, shakes hands with clerk Pam Fenstermacher after purchasing marijuana at Cannabis City on July 8, the day that sales of recreational pot became legal in the state. (Elaine Thompson/AP) If a pair of new government ...


Washington vs. Giants:TV schedule, game time for the start of Week 4


Washington hosts the New York Giants on Thursday Night Football in Week 4. We have the game schedule info, along with odds on the game, and a look at the 49ers NFC East schedule. Week 4 of the 2014 season gets underway with Washington hosting the New York ...



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National Study on University Admissions in the Health Professions to be released September 30th in Washington, DC


National Study on University Admissions in the Health Professions to be released September 30th in Washington, DC


WASHINGTON, Sept. 25, 2014 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- On September 30, 2014, in Washington, DC, Urban Universities for HEALTH will release a report that is the first to examine nationwide the impact and use of holistic review-a university admissions ...


Giants trump Washington, move to .500


Stop the questions about Ben McAdoo’s failed offense. Stop questioning whether Eli Manning can still lead this team. Those talks are over, as the Giants crushed Washington 45-14 on Thursday evening to move to 2-2. MVP-Eli Manning Who else could it be?


New York Giants vs Washington Redskins: Full Report Card Grades for New York


This one's going on the refrigerator, right next to Eli's tee-ball picture. The New York Giants (2-2) graded out well in this report card, after destroying the Washington Redskins (1-3) to the tune of 45-14 on Thursday Night Football. The Giants are ...


Refurbished Lady Washington back gets back in the sea from Port Townsend


PORT TOWNSEND –– After almost three weeks of work as it received a makeover at the Port of Port Townsend’s Boat Haven, Lady Washington, the state’s official state ship, is back in the water. Crews from the port loaded the Lady Washington into a ...


Kirk Cousins and Washington are not ready for prime time just yet


How many years have this area’s loyal legions schlepped to this stadium in Landover with the sincere belief things have changed, that a perfect prime time fall night just like Thursday would finally mean the rebirth of their NFL team? And how many years ...


Larry Donnell has three touchdowns as NY Giants rout Washington, 45-14


LANDOVER, Md. — Once again, Eli Manning didn’t finish a game against Washington, landing on the sidelines in the fourth quarter, watching as somebody else ran his precious offense. And this time, that was just fine. What a difference from the last time ...


Denzel Washington solid in middling actioner


If you were lucky enough to catch Denzel Washington in “A Raisin in the Sun” on Broadway, you saw the hugely charismatic actor portray, in an iconic role, the full complexity of a human being: strengths and weaknesses, attributes and flaws, durability ...



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CBS Thursday night football: Phil Simms avoids Washington team name


CBS Thursday night football: Phil Simms avoids Washington team name


CBS hosted its first Thursday night NFL football game game involving Washington, a team embroiled in controversy recently because of people speaking out about their team nickname's offensiveness. The network's official position is to leave it up to ...


Police locate Washington stabbing-death suspect


VANCOUVER, Wash. (AP) — Police say a suspect in a Vancouver stabbing death has been taken into custody after a daylong manhunt. Police spokeswoman Kim Kapp said 57-year-old Jack R. Yancey was located late Thursday afternoon and detectives made plans to ...


Denzel Washington sharpens tools to exact justice in 'Equalizer'


LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - After watching the "The Equalizer," moviegoers might never see the friendly guy at the home improvement store who picks out their tools and plywood in the same way. In the action thriller that opens in U.S. theaters Friday, Denzel ...


Martha Washington


Martha Washington (1731-1802) was an American first lady (1789–97) and the wife of George Washington, first president of the United States and commander in chief of the colonial armies during the American Revolution. She set many of the standards and ...


Stanford vs. Washington: Game Preview With TV Schedule


September 25, 2014 9:41 pm EDT by Connor Muldowney Getty Images It hasn’t been the type of start to the season that the Stanford Cardinal had hoped for. Losing to in-state rival USC at home isn’t something the Cardinal thought would happen with a ...


Denzel Washington ‘The Equalizer’ Visits Queen Latifah on Friday (Watch)


*You probably forgot that Denzel and Latifah have history together. Early in Latifah’s movie career she played a nurse in his hit film “The Bone Collector” that also starred Angelina Jolie. Well, on Friday (09-26-14) the day Denzel’s new flick ...


'South Park' tears into Washington Redskins and a robot Goodell


"South Park" tore into the Washington Redskins for the team name Wednesday night. This is the original scene before animators traded out RG3, who is injured, for the backup QB, Kirk Cousins. “South Park,” Comedy Central's highly crass and irreverent ...


Washington to Holder: Thanks for not wasting our time and money over marijuana


The sponsors and supporters of Initiative 502 applaud Attorney General Holder’s refreshing recognition that state regulation of marijuana does not necessarily conflict with — and may, in fact, complement — the pursuit of federal goals in combating ...


DeSean Jackson active for Washington


Washington will have its top vertical threat in the lineup Thursday night against the Giants. Wide receiver DeSean Jackson (shoulder) is active for tonight’s game, according to the inactives for both clubs released by the Giants. Jackson was listed as ...


NY Giants vs. Washington: Live scoring from Week 4 at FedEx Field


The Giants finally got in the win column last week and will look to make it two in a row against NFC foe Washington, which is also trying to improve on a 1-2 record. Desktop users can follow the action right here with the live box score below and can click ...



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Kerry Washington: My Mom Cried When I Said I Wanted to be an Actress


Kerry Washington: My Mom Cried When I Said I Wanted to be an Actress


Who's crying now? Kerry Washington told USA Today on Tuesday, Sept. 23, that her parents weren't initially happy with the idea of her becoming an actress. Still, Washington revealed that her parents tune in to Scandal, and share the same sentiments with ...


Washington’s Judea Garden effort celebrates sixth season of distributing food


WASHINGTON >> Judea Garden, the Giving Garden of Washington recently celebrated its sixth season of growing, harvesting and distributing over 20,000 pounds of vegetables to local families its Open Garden Day. The volunteer-based project reached out into ...


‘The Equalizer’ Reviews: Critics Divided on Denzel Washington's New Action Film


It's that time of year before the grand onslaught of award contenders, so what better way to wait it out than with an extremely violent revenge fantasy? “The Equalizer” reunites Denzel Washington with “Training Day” director Antoine Fuqua.


Ending Washington Gridlock


Washington is suffering an historic level of dysfunction. The budget deadline came and went without a single appropriations bill passed into law. Half of Congress can’t stand the fact that Barack Obama is president, and even many of those who support the ...


‘The Equalizer’ movie review: Denzel Washington won’t go quickly or quietly


Anyone ancient enough to remember when “The Equalizer” was a terrific prime-time procedural — and to have harbored special feelings for Denzel Washington since his days on “St. Elsewhere” — will understand when I describe Antoine Fuqua’s big ...


Washington agency tests 'salmon cannon'


WASHOUGAL, Wash. (AP) — It's known as the "salmon cannon," but Vincent Bryan III has another way of describing the latest technology being used to move migratory fish in Washington. "It's like a Slip'N Slide going uphill," said Bryan, CEO of Bellevue ...


Washington state officials want to ban pot in cars


OLYMPIA, Wash. (AP) — State officials want the Legislature to tweak the state's recreational marijuana law so that it's illegal to smoke marijuana in a car. The Washington Traffic Safety Commission notes that under the state's new recreational pot law ...


OSU's Adolphus Washington prepares for UC Bearcats


COLUMBUS – Ohio State defensive tackle Adolphus Washington was a freshman at Roger Bacon High School when he received his first college scholarship offer. It was for football, it came from his hometown school, the University of Cincinnati, and changed ...



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