| | | | NATION For Romney, no way around the 'first 100 days' If elected, Romney and his team are calling for a '200-day plan' instead. But they're not likely to get that grace period. ( by Jena McGregor , The Washington Post) Some W.Va. Democrats separating from Obama Sen. Joe Manchin isn't alone among West Virginia Democrats attempting to separate themselves from the president. ( by Michael Leahy , The Washington Post) Secret ops expand at U.S. base PART III | As drone wars escalate, a remote outpost in Djibouti is at the forefront of the administration's counterterrorism effort. ( by Craig Whitlock , The Washington Post) The last moments of a Predator This transcript recounts the moments before the crash of an armed drone in Djibouti on May 17, 2011. Four others have crashed since drone traffic was stepped up at the clandestine U.S. base. ( by Craig Whitlock , The Washington Post) U.N. to probe drone attacks An independent U.N. human rights researcher announced plans to launch a probe into those resulting in civilian deaths or injuries. ( by Colum Lynch , The Washington Post) More National: Breaking National News & Headlines - Washington Post LOCAL Charter schools will get hand with facility costs Use of D.C. budget surplus will free up federal funds for other use by schools. ( by Emma Brown , The Washington Post) FBI investigates D.C. area airports authority The FBI is investigating the regional airports authority, which is responsible for overseeing the $5.6 billion Dulles Rail project. ( by Lori Aratani , The Washington Post) Prospects: Making a healthy choice Federal jobs expert gives rundown on resources for good living, good jobs. ( by Derrick T. Dortch , The Washington Post) Prince George's business leaders call for Purple Line funding The county's business and political leaders say they're united in seeking construction money for a rail link between Bethesda and New Carrollton. ( by Katherine Shaver , The Washington Post) Wolf's challengers face uphill battle Democrat Cabral, independent Chisholm up against Virginia's longest-serving House of Representatives member. ( by Caitlin Gibson , The Washington Post) More Post Local: Washington, DC Area News, Traffic, Weather, Sports & More - The Washington Post POLITICS Romney outraises Obama in October Republican presidential nominee outraised president by $21 million in the first half of October, officials say. ( by Dan Eggen , The Washington Post) Whites' support for Obama eroding The 2012 election is shaping up to be more polarized along racial lines than any presidential contest since 1988, poll shows. ( by Jon Cohen and Rosalind S. Helderman , The Washington Post) Prospects: Making a healthy choice Federal jobs expert gives rundown on resources for good living, good jobs. ( by Derrick T. Dortch , The Washington Post) Wolf's challengers face uphill battle Democrat Cabral, independent Chisholm up against Virginia's longest-serving House of Representatives member. ( by Caitlin Gibson , The Washington Post) Running for Gabby Giffords's seat is not Martha McSally's first challenge GOP challenger in Arizona race, and former fighter pilot and commander, has history of bucking convention. ( by Ann Gerhart in Tucson , The Washington Post) More Post Politics: Breaking Politics News, Political Analysis & More - The Washington Post STYLE Carolyn Hax: Now what? Divorce her again? The divorce was going amicably, but she started dating before the ink was dry. (, The Washington Post) A reporting fixture on Capitol Hill Veteran WTOP reporter Dave McConnell has survived covering eight presidential terms. ( by Tony Glaros , The Washington Post) Escapes: A tour of western Pennsylvania's Amish country In New Wilmington, a small town in western Pennsylvania, Amish traditions and gentle country ways prevail. ( by Lindsay J. Westley , The Washington Post) Escapes: Details, New Wilmington, Pa. Where to go and what to know in New Wilmington, Pa. (, The Washington Post) On sale: No tricks, just treats The end of October brings us discounted costumes, Zara Home items, a beauty show and more. (, The Washington Post) More Style: Culture, Arts, Ideas & More - The Washington Post BUSINESS How to hand down your small business Business owners should develop a succession plan long before they're ready to step aside. ( by J.D. Harrison , The Washington Post) Treasury, Fed urged to drop Libor in TARP TARP's inspector general said the rate may not be reliable, but Treasury and the Fed don't plan to change. ( Reuters , The Washington Post) Tablet wars heat up Apple sold fewer iPads in the fourth quarter, and new competition is crowding the tablet marketplace. ( by Cecilia Kang , The Washington Post) Senators seek action on Volcker Rule Democratic lawmakers criticize regulators for taking too long to finalize the Volcker Rule, which restricts banks from making risky investments with their own money. ( by Danielle Douglas and Dina Elboghdady , The Washington Post) Is high-frequency trading a threat to stock trading, or a boon? Veteran fund managers for giant firms hold opposite views on how rapid computer-aided trades affect the market. ( by Dina ElBoghdady , The Washington Post) More Business News, Financial News, Business Headlines & Analysis - The Washington Post SPORTS TV and radio listings: October 26 (, The Washington Post) Arundel caps perfect season Falcons drop Severna Park in a hole early and go on for a 25-15, 25-18, 25-22 victory on senior night. ( by Louis Nelson , The Washington Post) OPINION | History on the Giants' side San Francisco has an enormous advantage, for Game 2 was a game the Tigers absolutely needed. (, The Washington Post) Bumgarner shuts down Tigers Left-hander holds Detroit to just two hits as Giants win 2-0 and head to Motown up two games to none in World Series. ( by Barry Svrluga , The Washington Post) Sherwood turns back WJ bid VOLLEYBALL | Top-ranked Warriors extended to a rare fourth set, but Holston steps up to extend area-best win streak to 52 matches. ( by Matt Brooks , The Washington Post) More Sports: Sports News, Scores, Analysis, Schedules & More - The Washington Post TECHNOLOGY Tablet wars heat up Apple sold fewer iPads in the fourth quarter, and new competition is crowding the tablet marketplace. ( by Cecilia Kang , The Washington Post) Pandora stock dives as Apple music service reports resurface Trading in Pandora shares was halted. ( by Hayley Tsukayama , The Washington Post) What is Apple's 'Fusion Drive,' and how does it work? A look at Apple's new option that promises more efficiency without completely breaking the bank ( by Hayley Tsukayama , The Washington Post) Amazon expected to post earnings loss Retailer's revenue likely to jump, but high costs will take toll, analysts say. ( by Hayley Tsukayama , The Washington Post) How email might finally enter the future Here's a look at the people building cool solutions for email, and whom they are targeting. ( by Eliza Kern | GigaOM.com , gigaom.com) More Technology News - The Washington Post WORLD Skirmishes reported as cease-fire begins in Syria Scattered gunfire, skirmishes near northern town could jeopardize truce for major Muslim holiday. ( by Liz Sly and Ahmed Ramadan , The Washington Post) Holiday cease-fire begins in Syria Scattered gunfire, skirmishes near northern town could jeopardize truce for major Muslim holiday. ( by Liz Sly and Ahmed Ramadan , The Washington Post) Times Web site blocked in China The New York Times had reported on the huge wealth accumulated by Prime Minister Wen Jiabao's family. ( by William Wan , The Washington Post) Secret ops expand at U.S. base PART III | As drone wars escalate, a remote outpost in Djibouti is at the forefront of the administration's counterterrorism effort. ( by Craig Whitlock , The Washington Post) The last moments of a Predator This transcript recounts the moments before the crash of an armed drone in Djibouti on May 17, 2011. Four others have crashed since drone traffic was stepped up at the clandestine U.S. base. ( by Craig Whitlock , The Washington Post) More World: World News, International News, Foreign Reporting - The Washington Post EDITORIAL Obama stoops, doesn't conquer Romney held his own — and his head high — in the third debate. (, The Washington Post) What America will we choose? Obama embodies how much the country has changed. (, The Washington Post) How to intervene in Syria The U.S. can expedite Assad's fall. ( by François Heisbourg , The Washington Post) Deafening silence on gun control Obama and Romney add little of substance to the debate. ( by Stephen Barton , The Washington Post) Avoiding the 'cliff' A debt deal is more likely if Obama is reelected. (, The Washington Post) More Opinions: Washington Post Opinion, Editorial, Op Ed, Politics Editorials - The Washington Post LIVE DISCUSSIONS Celebritology Live Celebritology blogger Jen Chaney gabbed about the latest celebrity gossip and pop culture news making waves across the Web. (, vForum) Colorism in the black community Author Marita Golden discusses color discrimination within the black community. (, vForum) Got Plans: Advice from the Going Out Gurus The Going Out Gurus discussed concerts, happy hours, weekend getaways and other ideas for seasonal fun. 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