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The Washington Monument Will Light Up This Week in Honor of America’s 250th Birthday

Washingtonian Things To Do 12/30 2:51A Kate Corliss

Although America s birthday isn t technically until July, an early celebration is underway: Freedom 250 , the public-private organization established by President Donald Trump...

New Year’s Day 2026: Check out what’s open and closed in the DC area

WTOP News 12/29 11:17P Tadiwos Abedje

It s the time of year to celebrate the transition from 2025 to 2026. Related stories Where to party on New Year s Eve in the DC area These laws start New Year s Day in...

15 superb soups and stews worth slurping in the DC area this winter

WTOP News 12/29 10:13P Michelle Goldchain

As winter settles over the D.C. region, the brisk chill of the air may bring forth a longing for one specific dish. WTOP has rounded up 15 soups and stews from local restaurants in the District and...

Pipe bomb suspect told FBI he targeted US political parties because they were ‘in charge,’ memo...

WTOP News 12/28 9:57P WTOP Staff

WASHINGTON (AP) — The man accused of placing two pipe bombs in Washington on the eve of the Jan. 6, 2021, riot at the U.S. Capitol told investigators after his arrest that he...

DOGE in review: Did the agency create opportunities for new government efficiencies in 2026?

WTOP News 12/28 8:58P Sarah Jacobs

President Donald Trump greenlighted the Department of Government Efficiency as a means to modernize information technology and slash federal spending while improving...

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The Curated Georgetown Experience

DC Life Magazine 12/26 8:43P The Editorial Staff

7 Essential Connections You Might Be Missing In the bustling rhythm of Washington D.C., where high-stakes decisions unfold daily and the pursuit of excellence is a way of life, it s easy to glide...

Best Outdoor Adventures Around Washington, DC

DC Life Magazine 12/21 5:37A The Editorial Staff

Swap the city bustle for birdsong and scenic trails. Washington, DC s urban landscape gives way to stunning natural beauty just a short drive away. We’ll show you the top places to hike, bike, and...

What To Pack for a Fitness-Focused Camping Trip

DC Life Magazine 12/20 7:13A The Editorial Staff

A fitness-focused camping trip blends the best of both worlds. It lets you get your heart pumping amidst beautiful scenery. You can swap the gym for a forest trail and a...

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Our Favorite Dishes of the Year in the DC Area

Washingtonian (Food) 12/29 10:00P Ann Limpert

Hummus With Escargots La’ Shukran location_on 417 Morse St., NE (alley entrance) language Website Photograph by Hawkeye Johnson. Before his hit Palestinian and Levantine restaurants Albi and Yellow,...

Our Readers Share Their Favorite Restaurants Around DC in 2025

Washingtonian (Food) 12/22 10:00P Ann Limpert

Best New Restaurant 1. La’ Shukran location_on Union Market language Website Leg O Kibbeh Naya. Photograph by Hawkeye Johnson. Middle Eastern flavors collide with French bistro dishes at Michael...

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