Oakton's Hardtke Puts Ability on Display in Five Sports

Despite her disability, Erin Hardtke has developed into a five-sport anomaly, excelling in swimming, diving, basketball, volleyball and soccer. She's used each sport as her proving ground, trading self-doubt and questions of self-image for confidence-boosting moments of athletic accomplishment. Still, despite her varsity letters, Hardtke admits her condition has had a powerful impact on her high school experience. (Video by B.J. Koubaroulis)

Iran's President Defends Nuclear Activity

Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad says his country has complied with rules of the U.N. nuclear agency which require that it is informed of any new enrichment facility six months before it becomes operational. (Sept. 25) (The Associated Press)

Eastern High School Is back in the Game

Quarterback Phil Hawkins serves as a chief recruiter for the Eastern High School Ramblers. He encourages friends, schoolmates and anyone else who thought about playing football to join the team. His efforts are one reason the Ramblers are back on the field this season. (Video by Alan Goldenbach, Edited by Jason Aldag/The Washington Post)

Dallas Reacts: We're Not Safe Anywhere

A Jordanian man living outside Dallas is in custody on Friday after he tried to blow up what he thought was a vehicle packed with explosives outside a Texas skyscraper. (Sept. 25) (The Associated Press)

How Sweet The Sound Fills Verizon Center

The Verizon Center was sold out and filled with spirit as people from across the area came out to see the "House Sweet the Sound," National Gospel Choir Competition. (Hamil Harris/The Washington Post)

A Middle-Class Healthcare Dilemma

Sarah and Will Armstrong are like many middle-class families. They are educated, have three kids and nice house in the suburbs. But at the end of next month, their health insurance will run out. (Pierre Kattar/The Washington Post)

Police Looking for Bank Robbery Suspect in D.C.

Presidential Bank on 17th and K St. NW, was robbed Monday morning. The Metropolitan Police Task Force and the FBI are investigating the scene. (Anna Uhls/The Washington Post)

Iran Tests Mid-Range Missiles

In an act of defiance, Iran tested medium-range missiles, ignoring pressure from the U.S., Elizabeth Palmer reports. Former State Dept. Spokesperson James P. Rubin discussed Iran's stance. (CBS News)

Dear Prudence: Dimwit Niece

Slate's advice columnist, Prudence, gives counsel to a man who can't bear that his teenage niece is far from the sharpest tool in the shed. (Slate)

New Ad: Deeds Hits McDonnell on Electric Rates

First, Democrats Creigh Deeds aired an ad accusing Republican Bob McDonnell of supporting power rate increases during an economic downturn. Then, McDonnell responded with an ad saying he saved $300 million in rate increases as attorney general. Here we go again: Deeds is back with another ad about rate increases in response to McDonnell's ad. (Deeds Campaign)

Berlusconi's Latest Gaffe Directed at Obamas

Italian Premier Silvio Berlusconi is still talking about President Barack Obama's "tan," and this time the gaffe-prone Italian leader made a wisecrack about First Lady Michelle Obama's skin color as well. (The Associated Press)

Feds Seize $41 Million in Suspected Drug Money

Law enforcement officials say U.S. and Colombian authorities have seized $41 million in suspected drug money during the past two weeks, one of the largest seizures in the history of the countries' joint efforts. (Sept. 28) (The Associated Press)

'Whip It'

Drew Barrymore makes her directorial debut with this coming-of-age story about a teen (Ellen Page) who becomes a roller derby star. Video by Fox Searchlight (Fox Searchlight)

Obama to Make In-Person Pitch for 2016 Games

President Barack Obama will travel to Denmark to support Chicago's bid for the 2016 Summer Olympics, projecting the highest-ever White House profile in lobbying for the international event. (Sept. 28) (The Associated Press)

Honduras Silences Voices, Drops Civil Liberties

Honduras' coup-installed government silenced two key dissident broadcasters on Monday just hours after it suspended civil liberties to prevent an uprising by backers of ousted President Manuel Zelaya. (Sept. 28) (The Associated Press)