2008-07-23T12:06:51Z tag:blog.washingtonpost.com,2008:/just-posted/375 Copyright (c) 2008, WashingtonPost.Newsweek Interactive 2008-07-23T12:06:51Z tag:washingtonpost.com,2008-07-23:/just-posted2008/07/leadership_lessons.html

Washingtonpost.com's Business section has added two new features: The Intelligent Leader, a blog by HarvardBusiness.org's Scott Berinato, and Voices on Leadership, an original video series by BigThink.com. Berinato's blog examines how leadership issues play a role in some of the corporate stories making headlines today. He'll also include daily tips for effectively managing employees. The Voices on Leadership videos (like Voices on Small Business and Voices on Personal Technology) present conversations with some of the...Please click on the title to continue reading this entry.

Carol Touhey 2008-07-22T15:19:48Z tag:washingtonpost.com,2008-07-22:/just-posted2008/07/more_tom_sietsema.html

Why not spend your lunch hour checking out the offerings at our new "smorgasbord for the food curious?" Each week Washington Post restaurant critic Tom Sietsema fields questions about the ins and outs of Washington's dining scene, but he's clearly not the only one with strong opinions on the subject. Pull up a virtual chair and join the conversation at Sietsema's Table, our latest discussion group. In an era when chefs have groupies and everyone's...Please click on the title to continue reading this entry.

Carol Touhey 2008-07-21T13:50:31Z tag:washingtonpost.com,2008-07-21:/just-posted2008/07/funny_business.html

There are two kinds of comics fans: those who read "Beetle Bailey," and those who wonder why it still takes up valuable real estate after 50+ years. Both camps might be interested in Comic Riffs, a new blog by the Post's Michael Cavna. Cavna, a veteran of the drawing board himself, invites debate on all things cartoon-related, like the merits of "Zits" or "Pearls Before Swine". His anecdotes about Charles Schulz and the near-death of...Please click on the title to continue reading this entry.

Carol Touhey 2008-07-18T12:14:30Z tag:washingtonpost.com,2008-07-18:/just-posted2008/07/explore_nationals_park.html

It may not be a winning season for the Washington Nationals, but their new ballpark is worth a trip anyway. Explore Nationals Park with our interactive guide to learn the easiest ways to reach the stadium or which seats provide the best views. Wondering where to find good eats? The Post's food writers did the research, compiling the concession stands' hits and misses. For the latest Nats news, keep an eye on the Grounds Crew...Please click on the title to continue reading this entry.

Carol Touhey 2008-07-17T12:19:09Z tag:washingtonpost.com,2008-07-17:/just-posted2008/07/unseen_iraq.html

Unseen Iraq is an intimate look at the lives of Iraqi citizens brought to you by Washington Post photographer Andrea Bruce. Her first subjects were cousins Zaid and Hussein, young soccer fans in Baghdad's Karrada neighborhood. More recently, she's visited a charity home and a girls' school in the Iraqi capital....Please click on the title to continue reading this entry.

Carol Touhey 2008-07-16T12:15:04Z tag:washingtonpost.com,2008-07-16:/just-posted2008/07/olympics_countdown.html

The 2008 Summer Olympics are less than a month away, with the opening ceremony set for August 8. Take a sneak peek at what's ahead on our Countdown to Beijing page. You'll find the latest on qualifying events, the U.S. roster, and highlights from past Olympics. In addition to the sports coverage, see how China is handling its time in the global spotlight with A Host to the World, our series of audio slideshows exploring...Please click on the title to continue reading this entry.

Carol Touhey 2008-07-15T12:18:39Z tag:washingtonpost.com,2008-07-15:/just-posted2008/07/choose_the_next_president.html

Don't leave all the speculation to those prognosticators on cable! Place your bets on the presidential election results with our Electoral College Prediction Map. Start by taking a look at how each state voted in the primaries or how Bush and Kerry fared in 2004, then make your own picks. You can save your prediction, share it with friends and in November, see how well you did....Please click on the title to continue reading this entry.

Carol Touhey 2008-07-14T13:17:34Z tag:washingtonpost.com,2008-07-14:/just-posted2008/07/national_security_discussion.html

The floor is open for comments at Planet War, washingtonpost.com's latest discussion group. Columnist William Arkin and Duke University professor Peter Feaver host this conversation on all aspects of military affairs and intelligence. Topics run the gamut, from Iran's nuclear capabilities and terrorists' use of the Internet to the election of the next commander-in-chief. Share your views on those subjects or join the latest thread on the Pakistani threat....Please click on the title to continue reading this entry.

Carol Touhey 2008-06-30T18:10:51Z tag:washingtonpost.com,2008-06-13:/just-posted2008/06/sounds_of_summer.html

Did you miss Coldplay the last time they were in town? Is Brad Paisley more your style? Find out which other big names are coming to town in our 2008 Summer Concert Guide. We have details on the top live shows, no matter your musical tastes, plus information on all local venues. And if the ticket prices make you cringe, don't worry: we've got the scoop on free performances as well....Please click on the title to continue reading this entry.

Carol Touhey 2008-06-30T18:10:51Z tag:washingtonpost.com,2008-06-12:/just-posted2008/06/cab_fare_for_better_or_worse.html

After much debate, taxis in the District have finally (theoretically, at least) switched from the zone system to meters. Use our taxi fare estimator to determine the cost of your trip before getting into the cab. The fare estimator also displays the rate under the old system, so expect to compare how much more you'll be saving--or spending--on rides these days....Please click on the title to continue reading this entry.

Carol Touhey 2008-06-30T18:10:51Z tag:washingtonpost.com,2008-06-11:/just-posted2008/06/inventive_animations.html

Fans of Pulitzer Prize-winning editorial cartoonist Ann Telnaes have something to celebrate: Her animations now appear on our site three days a week -- Monday, Wednesday and Friday. If you miss one, you can always check out the full archive in our Opinions section....Please click on the title to continue reading this entry.

Carol Touhey 2008-06-30T18:10:51Z tag:washingtonpost.com,2008-06-10:/just-posted2008/06/discover_the_best_of_summer.html

High temperatures have certainly arrived, and along with them comes our Summer Guide 2008. Whether you choose to embrace the heat and head for the shore or escape to the cool confines of your local multiplex, our guide will steer you toward the season's best. Learn where to find the hottest happy hours, biggest concerts, most delectable ice cream, and more....Please click on the title to continue reading this entry.

Carol Touhey 2008-06-24T19:22:36Z tag:washingtonpost.com,2008-06-09:/just-posted2008/06/democratic_marathon_the_finale.html

The quest for the Democratic presidential nomination has finally come to an end. Review the highlights in our Democratic Marathon interactive, from the first votes in Iowa to the final events on the campaign trail. It links to videos, galleries, articles and blog posts that recap this historic leg of the race to the White House....Please click on the title to continue reading this entry.

Carol Touhey 2008-06-12T00:20:49Z tag:washingtonpost.com,2008-05-27:/just-posted2008/05/interns_meet_the_district.html

Are you one of the hundreds of idealistic souls who descend on the nation's capitol each summer to work for little or no pay? If so, it's important to know one thing: It's not all about enhancing the resume. Our Interns' Guide 2008 has everything you'll need to fill your free time, from the basics of getting around the city to 12 must-see sites off the usual tourist track. Don't miss the list of cheap...Please click on the title to continue reading this entry.

Carol Touhey 2008-06-12T00:20:49Z tag:washingtonpost.com,2008-05-26:/just-posted2008/05/enter_the_mystics_zone.html

Due to popular demand, washingtonpost.com has added to our roster of sports blogs: More than 10 years after the Mystics' debut in Washington, we've launched Mystics Insider. Join Katie Carrera, Missy Rosenberg and Margaret McElligott for an inside look at one of the most popular teams in the WNBA. They'll share the latest news on the players and the league, but they also want your input. So Mystics fans, please join the conversation....Please click on the title to continue reading this entry.

Carol Touhey