FEATURES
Elon Musk’s Train to Nowhere
Before his misadventures in government efficiency, Elon Musk promised to revolutionize commuting with a sci-fi “hyperloop” that would speed passengers between Baltimore and Washington in minutes. The project was a farce–and a sign of things to come. By Matt Ribel.
“This Is Not What I Signed Up For”
An anonymous member of the DC National Guard gives a brutally honest assessment of a confusing and demoralizing deployment. By Sylvie McNamara.
100 Very Best Restaurants
Our favorite places to eat right now in DC, Maryland, and Virginia Plus, dining trends we love–and things we are so over. By Ann Limpert, Jessica Sidman, Ike Allen, Cynthia Hacinli, and Sara Levine Rosenblum.
CAPITAL COMMENT
Spooky House for Sale: A former FBI spy house goes on the market. By Sylvie McNamara.
Hues You Can Use: Is the White House actually white? By Rob Brunner.
DC Politics’ Crazy Year: The crazy year ahead in District politics. By Ike Allen.
100 Years of Black History Month: Black History Month was born 100 years ago in DC. By Briana Thomas.
Spy Novelist: A new podcast digs into author Roald Dahl’s racy espionage exploits in 1940s Washington. By Andrew Beaujon.
THINGS TO DO
Our ten picks for the month in culture. By Pat Padua.
IQ
Future Tense: Alexandra Reeve Givens is wrestling with difficult tech issues like AI and digital privacy. By Andrew Beaujon.
Follow the Money: Are banks over-regulated? Is cryptocurrency under-regulated? These experts have thoughts–and impact on policy. By Washingtonian Staff.
LIFE, TRAVEL & HEALTH
Couples Retreat: Candlelit restaurants, cozy spas, and charming small towns–whatever your idea of romance, there’s a romantic getaway within an easy drive of DC. By Madeline Weinfield.
Hearty Meal: Is food medicine? Programs around the region are using groceries to help treat conditions such as heart disease. By Cari Shane.
Whisk Kids: Culinary programs for aspiring chefs are spicing up the camp scene. By Sara Levine Rosenblum.
Top Financial Advisers: Our guide to the area’s best financial planners, investment advisers, tax accountants, and other money pros. By Washingtonian Staff.
HOME
Winning Bid: Dan Snyder’s house was originally listed for $49 million. More than seven years later, it finally has a new owner. Inside the auction of the Potomac mansion. By Eric Wills.
Neighborhood Briefing: Silver Spring: The hot spots–old and new–in this Maryland suburb, home to great ethnic eats and a thriving music scene. Plus, a little-known museum that displays the bullet that killed Abraham Lincoln. By Kate Corliss and Emma Sullivan.
Off The Market: Some of the region’s recent high-end residential transactions. By Washingtonian Staff.
FIRST PERSON
Podcast host Rachel Martin on why empathy is so important now. By Daniella Byck.
FEATURES
Elon Musk’s Train to Nowhere
Before his misadventures in government efficiency, Elon Musk promised to revolutionize commuting with a sci-fi “hyperloop” that would speed passengers between Baltimore and Washington in minutes. The project was a farce–and a sign of things to come. By Matt Ribel.
“This Is Not What I Signed Up For”
An anonymous member of the DC National Guard gives a brutally honest assessment of a confusing and demoralizing deployment. By Sylvie McNamara.
100 Very Best Restaurants
Our favorite places to eat right now in DC, Maryland, and Virginia Plus, dining trends we love–and things we are so over. By Ann Limpert, Jessica Sidman, Ike Allen, Cynthia Hacinli, and Sara Levine Rosenblum.
CAPITAL COMMENT
Spooky House for Sale: A former FBI spy house goes on the market. By Sylvie McNamara.
Hues You Can Use: Is the White House actually white? By Rob Brunner.
DC Politics’ Crazy Year: The crazy year ahead in District politics. By Ike Allen.
100 Years of Black History Month: Black History Month was born 100 years ago in DC. By Briana Thomas.
Spy Novelist: A new podcast digs into author Roald Dahl’s racy espionage exploits in 1940s Washington. By Andrew Beaujon.
THINGS TO DO
Our ten picks for the month in culture. By Pat Padua.
IQ
Future Tense: Alexandra Reeve Givens is wrestling with difficult tech issues like AI and digital privacy. By Andrew Beaujon.
Follow the Money: Are banks over-regulated? Is cryptocurrency under-regulated? These experts have thoughts–and impact on policy. By Washingtonian Staff.
LIFE, TRAVEL & HEALTH
Couples Retreat: Candlelit restaurants, cozy spas, and charming small towns–whatever your idea of romance, there’s a romantic getaway within an easy drive of DC. By Madeline Weinfield.
Hearty Meal: Is food medicine? Programs around the region are using groceries to help treat conditions such as heart disease. By Cari Shane.
Whisk Kids: Culinary programs for aspiring chefs are spicing up the camp scene. By Sara Levine Rosenblum.
Top Financial Advisers: Our guide to the area’s best financial planners, investment advisers, tax accountants, and other money pros. By Washingtonian Staff.
HOME
Winning Bid: Dan Snyder’s house was originally listed for $49 million. More than seven years later, it finally has a new owner. Inside the auction of the Potomac mansion. By Eric Wills.
Neighborhood Briefing: Silver Spring: The hot spots–old and new–in this Maryland suburb, home to great ethnic eats and a thriving music scene. Plus, a little-known museum that displays the bullet that killed Abraham Lincoln. By Kate Corliss and Emma Sullivan.
Off The Market: Some of the region’s recent high-end residential transactions. By Washingtonian Staff.
FIRST PERSON
Podcast host Rachel Martin on why empathy is so important now. By Daniella Byck.