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Gastrodiplomacy: The growing trend of protesting with your wallet and stomach

Diners reward international cuisine that reflects their passion and belief systems.

Norwegians on U.S. election results: ‘What have Democrats gotten wrong?’

As Norway looks to the U.S. for trade and security, some Norwegians say they are wary about their ability to rely on the United States during Donald Trump’s second presidential term.

Food insecurity persists in Wards 7 and 8, but there are solutions

Experts on food insecurity argue that the food disparity crisis in D.C. is complex, so there must be multiple approaches and solutions in order to solve the problem.

D.C. continues to see declines in local journalism

Communities see fewer news outlets that cover neighborhoods.

Preserving Washington, D.C. The battle between growth and heritage

“If you educate people about the history of an area, they might be more likely to enjoy it, respect it, and honor it.”

Has Alexandria reconciled with its past? Gaskins’ historic election sparks reflection”

Alyia Gaskins’ upcoming inauguration as Alexandria’s first black woman mayor marks racial progress. But policies, especially those affecting housing, still reflect Alexandria’s deep-rooted and troubled racial history.

D.C. breaks porch piracy records. Here’s what you can do to protect your packages

With 2 million package theft incidents last year and financial losses totaling $231 million in D.C. alone, Washingtonians grapple with ways to deter porch pirates.

Restaurant owners worry mass deportation of immigrants could devastate the industry

President-elect Donald Trump has proposed a policy of mass deportation as a top priority, but the restaurant industry is worried about what happens if migrants were to disappear from the labor pool.

D.C. artists demand action to protect creative spaces amid rising costs

The increase of arts districts in D.C. has ignited an ongoing battle for space and resources. As neighborhoods gentrify, visual artists and musicians in the region say that these districts, which were supposed to support their work, are now driving...

From online school to in-person work: pandemic-era students prepare to enter the workforce

Students who attended high school through a laptop prepare to graduate from college at the same time companies they’re applying to are shifting back to in-person requirements. Are these students ready?

American University accused of disability accommodation shortcomings

Some American University students ponder legal action for accessibility shortfalls.

Businesses, residents react to competing D.C. holiday market sales

While the Dupont Circle market is smaller than the Downtown market, the foot traffic and business sales have been better than expected. As D.C. residents race to complete their holiday shopping, the competition between local holiday markets heats up...

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