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After decades of conflict, Armenia and Azerbaijan signed a landmark peace declaration in Washington D.C., opening a new chapter for the South Caucasus region. The agreement promises enhanced security, stability, and fresh opportunities for regional cooperation with Europe.
A Washington startup just secured $6 million to perfect navigation software that guides spacecraft using pictures of planets and stars instead of GPS. The technology could help spacecraft find their way home even when satellites can't reach them.
A Washington company is solving two problems at once by building floating data centers that run entirely on wave energy. The first units will be operating offshore by August, providing clean power for AI computing without using any land or fossil fuels.
Labor organizer Analilia Mejia won New Jersey's 11th Congressional District special election by nearly 20 points, bringing her progressive platform to Washington. The daughter of immigrants will serve the final eight months of Governor Mikie Sherrill's term.
A Washington town is turning spring cleaning into a community celebration with free lunch and prizes. Volunteers can join Burien's annual Clean Sweep on April 25 to beautify their neighborhoods together.
Fifty-four years ago, two giant pandas touched down in Washington DC as a gift from China, becoming the first of their species ever displayed in an American zoo. Their arrival sparked decades of conservation breakthroughs and continues to delight millions of visitors today.
Washington state's electric vehicle rebate program ran out of $45 million in funding after just three months because buyers loved getting cash off at the dealership. The overwhelming success proved that everyday families want electric cars when they can actually afford them.
Two young skiers trapped on a steep mountain ledge in Washington's backcountry were airlifted to safety by volunteer rescuers. Their story highlights why emergency devices save lives in remote wilderness areas.
Israeli and Lebanese diplomats met face-to-face in Washington for the first time in decades, launching what could become comprehensive peace negotiations. Despite ongoing conflict, both nations committed to direct talks aimed at ending their 78-year state of war.
After months of devastating conflict, Lebanon and Israel are sitting down for direct negotiations in Washington this week. While the road ahead is long, diplomacy is finally replacing destruction.
For the first time in over 30 years, Israeli and Lebanese diplomats sat down together for direct peace negotiations. The two-hour meeting marks a major step toward ending hostilities and building lasting peace between the neighboring nations.
A 16-day celebration bringing all 50 states and six U.S. territories together will transform Washington D.C.'s National Mall this June. The Great American State Fair marks 250 years of American history with a 110-foot Ferris wheel, state pavilions, and cultural exhibits stretching from the Capitol to the Washington Monument.
After more than three decades, Israeli and Lebanese diplomats sat down together in Washington for historic peace negotiations. Both nations expressed a shared goal of ending Hezbollah's military control in Lebanon and paving the way for lasting stability.
Olympic gold medalist Trinity Rodman is dominating women's soccer jersey sales with a 136% surge, proving fans can't get enough of the rising star. Her Washington Spirit teammates are also breaking records as women's sports continues its meteoric rise.
A local Specsavers store in Washington turned generosity into action this Easter, gathering sweet treats for families facing hardship. Staff and customers came together to support neighbors through the Washington Community Food Project.
American and Finnish leaders gathered at George Washington University to accelerate sustainable energy solutions through Arctic research and AI-powered innovation. The partnership between two nations with aligned values could reshape how the world transitions away from fossil fuels.
Former USA Rugby World Cup captain Blaine Scully is bringing his decade of international experience home to help young players in the Washington DC area find their path to professional rugby. The two-time collegiate champion will strengthen youth development programs and connect local talent to national opportunities.
A new $7.5 million solar farm just broke ground in Connell, Washington, bringing clean summer energy to thousands of homes while sheep graze beneath the panels. It's the first utility-scale solar project for Franklin County, proving rural communities can embrace renewable energy without sacrificing farmland.
Ann Horvath-Rose spent years piecing together her father's Holocaust survival story, even though he never wanted to share the painful details. Now she's one of 70 trained speakers bringing these fading memories to a new generation of students.
Nineteen-year-old Ilya Protas turned his second NHL game into a family celebration, scoring his first career goal and racking up three points while skating on the same line as his older brother. The Washington Capitals rookie's dream debut helped secure a crucial 6-3 victory over the Pittsburgh Penguins.
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