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What rising home sales mean for the D.C. area

Sales of homes in the U.S. are at their highest level in 3 ½ years, rising 9.7 percent in the last 12 months. And the D.C. area is experiencing the same surge.

Tags: real estate, real estate market, homebuyers, Dwell Residential Brokerage, sales,

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What is the future of food?

It's something that's enjoyed for taste and it's something that's required to survive. It's found in the ground, on trees, on shelves, in homes and in retail settings throughout the world. It defines cultures, helps to run vehicles and even influences national security decisions. It's food, and its future is up for discussion.

Tags: food, food supply, health, GMOs, technology, USDA, Washington Post Live

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Former journalist discusses implications of government overreach with Obama administration

Some consider the presidency of Richard Nixon to be a time plagued with intense corruption and discriminatory investigations.

Tags: IRS, AP, obama, government, Nixon, overreach, Marvin Kalb,

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Preserving seasonal food and culinary techniques

Put away the liquid nitrogen. When it comes to food, more traditional techniques are taking the spotlight. Chefs, home cooks and diners are returning to dried or cured meats, house-infused beverages and handmade treats over modern approaches. And one technique that has gained traction in the culinary and home kitchen arena is canning and preserving.

Tags: food, canning, preserving, cooking, Sherri Brooks Vinton, recipe

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Living in Style: Finding the right swimsuit

Style for Hire's Lisa Tumbarello offers tips on finding the perfect swimsuit for your body this summer.

Tags: Living in Style, summer, swimsuits, swim, bathing suit, Lisa Tumbarello, Style for Hire, Paula Wolfson,

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Defend yourself: Self-defense dos, don'ts and classes

Getting fit doesn't just help improve your physical image, it can also help you to stay safe.

Tags: Fairfax Hackley, personal trainer, self-defense,

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Painting a path of hope for homeless youth through art education

In the areas of D.C. that experience 40-50 percent of homelessness and poverty, one local organization is making sure art is accessible to underprivileged youth.

Tags: Project Create, D.C., arts, art education, Christie Walser, poverty, homelessness, youth, at-risk

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'Other Desert Cities' brings delightful drama, dysfunction to Arena Stage

Washington loves nothing more than a story involving politicians and a carefully-guarded secret. Throw in some unresolved family conflict and Reaganite references, and voila -- a true D.C. classic.

Tags: Arena Stage, Other Desert Cities,

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International cultures come alive with Passport D.C.

Spring signifies many things in D.C.: Cherry blossoms, farmers markets, picnics in the park -- the list goes on. The season also means it's time for Passport D.C. event, a month-long celebration of international activities.

Tags: Embassies, Passport D.C., culture, travel, international,

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Local historical sites plan weekend of open house events

To engage the public and encourage local residents to "get to know" the 24 contestants, the historical sites will host open houses May 4-5.

Tags: Partners in Preservation, historic sites, Congressional Cemetery, Meridian Hill Park, The Greenbelt Theatre, National Trust for Historic Preservation

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