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Pa. report on clergy abuse paints ‘very dark picture,’ Cardinal Wuerl tells WTOP
A third of the priests said to be accused in the report were from the Pittsburgh diocese, where Washington’s archbishop had served as bishop for 18 years. The cardinal said he’s not named in any criminal capacity. He also defended how abuse allegations were handled under his watch, and believes the report will support that.
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How to grow a garden in gravel
You don’t need dirt to have a green thumb. It turns out, you can grow a pretty wild garden in a few cups of gravel. Here’s how.
Best fantasy movies of all time
WTOP film critic Jason Fraley ranks the 25 best fantasy films of all time. Agree? Disagree? Let us know.
Business & Finance
How the ‘Kiddie Tax’ can work for you and your family
The Kiddie Tax prevents parents from shifting securities to their kids, but some income-shifting strategies are still available and can save a lot over the course of years. Two wealth advisers explain.
