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Top Space Story of 2024 — OUR STAR

WTOP News 12/29 11:23P Greg Redfern

2024 brought multiple astronomical events across the D.C. area, but one story rose (daily in the east) above all the rest — our star, the sun. Here s a look back at the sun s influence this year....

New laws going into effect across DC, Maryland and Virginia on Jan. 1, 2025

WTOP News 12/29 10:41P Ana Golden

The new year is right around the corner, and so are some new laws for our region. Here s what you can expect to take effect in D.C., Maryland and Virginia starting on Jan. 1,...

Dreary Saturday precedes heavy rain, gusty winds in DC region

WTOP News 12/28 6:45A Ana Golden

After a dreary Saturday, you can expect even more rain over the next few days in the D.C. region. Here s what you need to know. On and off rain showers are making for a damp...

Getting rid of this year’s Christmas tree? You’ve got a few options, depending on where you live

WTOP News 12/26 9:59P Ivy Lyons

Mariah Carey is returning to her ice cube , Beyoncé left no cookie crumbs for Santa with a Christmas Day performance on Netflix and Last Christmas by Wham! is playing softly...

New video of pandas at National Zoo released

WTOP News 12/26 5:49A WTOP Staff

The Smithsonian National Zoo in Washington, D.C, caused panda-monium on Christmas Day when it released a video of its newest celebrities, Bao Li and Qing Bao. In the video,...

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Baltimore’s 38 Essential Restaurants

DC Eater 12/23 4:26A Jess Mayhugh

The Urban Oyster’s gleaming backsplash at the bar resembles scallop shells. | Steve Vilnit Where to eat crab cakes, oxtail ragu, duck confit, sushi, and much more Welcome to the Eater 38, a regularly...

Wait, That’s Not a Pizza Hut?

Washingtonian (Food) 12/23 12:00A Jennifer Albarracin Moya

What do a taqueria, a Korean-Chinese restaurant, and a barbecue joint have in common? They all used to be Pizza Huts. The restaurant chain ditched its distinctive red-hut architecture in 2016, but you...

This Mexican Spot Brings Sinaloan Sushi to the DC Area

Washingtonian (Food) 12/18 12:00A Ike Allen

location_on 1341 University Blvd. E., Takoma Park language Website Japanese cooking techniques and recipes have circumnavigated the Pacific Rim for years. Seattle takes its ubiquitous teriyaki takeout...

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