Business

Specialist Stephen Naughton works on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange on Thursday.

National

U.S. Stocks Come Back After Steep Losses During The Day

7:07pm December 27, 2018

by Emily Sullivan

The stock market made a comeback after spending much of Thursday in negative territory, a day after a record-setting rally on Wall Street. The Dow closed up nearly 260 points, more than 1 percent.

Economy

Indicators Of The Year: Opioids

4:28pm December 27, 2018

The opioid problem has reached into all parts of American life, including the workplace. But the workplace could be key in addressing the problem.

Chef Dominique Crenn recently was awarded three Michelin stars for her restaurant Atelier Crenn in San Francisco. She is the first female chef in the United States to achieve a top ranking.

Arts

Chef Dominique Crenn: 'Everything I Do Could Have ... Impact' For Other Women

1:25pm December 27, 2018

by Reena Advani

In a restaurant world dominated by men, Crenn recently became the first female chef in the U.S. awarded three Michelin stars. It's "showing young girls you can achieve a lot in your life," she says.

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Small Modular Houses May Offer Alternatives To Older Adults

7:26am December 27, 2018

by Isaiah Seibert

The University of Southern Indiana is experimenting with small houses designed for the elderly to maintain independence. The school is considering building an inter-generational village.

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Specialist Vera Liu (left) and trader James Matthews work on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange on Wednesday. U.S. stocks are experiencing a post-Christmas rally after record-breaking losses on Monday.

Biggest Market Rally Since 2009 Follows Days Of Painful Losses

6:54pm December 26, 2018

by Doreen McCallister

The Dow had its best day since 2009, gaining nearly 5 percent. But jitters over interest rates, trade tensions and turmoil in Washington have still made December a bruising month in the markets.

As Copyrights Expire In 2019, American Works Will Re-Enter The Public Domain

4:09pm December 26, 2018

In 2019, classic American works of literature, film, music and art will once again start entering the public domain.

'Washington Post' Sports Reporter Will Cover The 2020 Presidential Campaign

4:09pm December 26, 2018

Washington Post reporter Chelsea Janes is switching from the Washington Nationals beat to the 2020 presidential campaign and discusses the differences and similarities of covering politics and sports.

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Kim Morrison, (right) co-owner of Beanz & Co. Cafe in Avon, Conn., with her employee, Nick Sinacori, as they serve customers during their opening week.

National

A Connecticut Cafe Provides Jobs For Adults With Disabilities

4:09pm December 26, 2018

by David DesRoches

After the age of 21, adults with intellectual disabilities are aged out of programs designed to help them. A cafe in Connecticut was recently opened to provide employment and a gathering place.

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Economy

Indicators Of The Year: Housing

3:15pm December 26, 2018

by Stacey Vanek Smith

2018 was a rough year for the housing market. We take a look at what happened.

Legalizing Hemp Will Likely Shake Up The Market

4:14pm December 25, 2018

by Esther Honig

The 2018 farm bill legalized industrial hemp, after decades of restrictions. Hemp looks like marijuana, it smells like marijuana, but it's not marijuana. Hemp growers are now anticipating a boom.