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Washington, D.C. is the capital city of the United States of America. "D.C." is an abbreviation for the District of Columbia, the federal district coextensive with the city of Washington. The city is named after George Washington, military leader of the American Revolution and the first President of the United States. Columbia in this context is an early poetic name for the United States of America.
The city is commonly referred to as D.C., the District, or simply Washington. Historically, it was called the Federal City or Washington City. To avoid confusion with the state of Washington, located in the Pacific Northwest, the city is often called simply D.C.. To locals, the entire metropolitan area, including suburbs, is "D.C."
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Staying Safe in a Scary World
Many of today's seniors enjoyed an era where they weren't overly concerned about locking their doors and windows. They were even farther away from a time where they had to exercise genuine caution when talking on the phone or reading their email. Even the Read more...
News from Washington, D.C. from TheHill.com
Dont know Italian wine? Super Tuscan saves the day
Mar 11, 2010 11:32 pm
This column usually recommends excellent wines of everyday value. But with wine, as in most things, the notion of a bargain is relative. So on Read more...
Michelle Obamas seal of approval
Mar 11, 2010 11:02 pm
SEI offers sushi and small plates that left the first lady wanting more Read more...
Sean Penn and daughter tour Capitol with Kucinich
Mar 11, 2010 12:31 am
Sean Penn and his daughter Dillon were spotted in the Capitol Rotunda on Wednesday, walking and talking with fellow progressive Rep. Dennis Kucinich (D-Ohio) and Read more...
Sean Penn and daughter tour Capitol with Kucinich
Mar 11, 2010 12:31 am
Sean Penn and his daughter Dillon were spotted in the Capitol Rotunda on Wednesday, walking and talking with fellow progressive Rep. Dennis Kucinich (D-Ohio) and Read more...
Mar 11, 2010 12:29 am
Rep. Mary Jo Kilroy (D-Ohio) went nuts for the Ohio State Buckeyes on Wednesday. Read more...
Graysons daughter: Send dad money
Mar 11, 2010 12:27 am
Campaign fundraising e-mails usually follow a pretty standard format, but Rep. Alan Grayson (D-Fla.) broke the mold this week. Read more...
Rep. Weiner takes aim at Senate
Mar 11, 2010 12:26 am
Rep. Anthony Weiner (D-N.Y.) doesnt engage in discussions with others in the shower. At least not with Rahm Emanuel. Read more...
Harkin and Moran share fondness for kids books
Mar 11, 2010 12:23 am
You might expect senators to say they like to read serious political authors like Bob Woodward, or historians like Doris Kearns Goodwin. Read more...
Latest news from Washington Business Journal
Sonabank CEO made $443k in 2009
Mar 12, 2010 9:43 pm
Georgia Derrico, chairman and CEO of McLean-based Southern National Bancorp of Virginia Inc., made $442,636 in 2009, 12.5 percent more than she made in 2008, according to the companys proxy statement ...
Amplifer Ventures starts family-business unit
Mar 12, 2010 9:10 pm
Amplifier Ventures founder Jonathan Aberman has launched a new company, Accerta Group, to provide strategic advice to owners and managers of family-owned businesses.
American Society of Nephrology buys H Street space
Mar 12, 2010 8:50 pm
The American Society of Nephrology plans to buy two floors in a renovated office condo building near the White House, 1510 H St. NW.
Penrose Group wins suit against Camalier, Davis families
Mar 12, 2010 7:51 pm
Two prominent Maryland families improperly blocked Penrose Group from getting financing to build a high-rise apartment project in Bethesda and were ordered to pay Penrose $36 million in damages, a jur...
2 Fairfax McDonalds going green
Mar 12, 2010 7:47 pm
Two McDonalds in Fairfax County could be torn down and rebuilt with green features.
United Negro College Fund committed to moving to D.C.
Mar 12, 2010 7:38 pm
Michael Lomax, president and CEO of the United Negro College Fund, told members of the D.C. Council on Friday that he is committed to moving the 65-year-old financial aid provider into D.C. and that a...
Still Point moves offices in Takoma Park
Mar 12, 2010 7:35 pm
The Still Point Mind & Body, a wellness center in Old Town Takoma Park, is moving to a bigger location nearby.
SunTrust National Marathon expects record number of runners
Mar 12, 2010 5:36 pm
The SunTrust National Marathon and the CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield National Half Marathon and Relay Races are scheduled for March 20, and organizers are expecting a record 10,500 runners to compete...
Interstate Hotels shareholders approve acquisition
Mar 12, 2010 4:28 pm
Arlington-based Interstate Hotels & Resorts Inc. said its shareholders have approved its $307 million acquisition by a group of investors. (IHR)
Micromet prices new stock offering
Mar 12, 2010 3:58 pm
Bethesda-based Micromet hopes to raise at least $65.5 million in a secondary stock offering. (MITI)
