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‘One’ shine before Spektor

The pairing of Jupiter One and Regina Spektor on tour is so genius that only Spektor herself could have come up with it. Their raucous yet refined sound was the perfect set-up for Spektor’s melodic and quirky performance.

RT: Tweets hint at personality

“What are you doing?” Twitter doesn’t ask it in an accusatory or invasive manner like when you get caught trying to sneak a backpack full of apples or a tray of hot dogs out of TDR. Twitter is simply curious. We registered with it, asking it to ask us what we’re doing and Twitter obliged.

Find art gem hidden in D.C. at NatGeo

A lot comes to mind when the name “National Geographic” is said. For starters, how about the magazine? Or perhaps the channel, full of interesting shows such as “Locked Up Abroad” or “The Dog Whisperer.” Many, however, wouldn’t even think of the National Geographic Museum, located right here in D.C.

Talent, emotion define ‘Pearl’

“Black Pearl Sings!,” currently playing at Ford’s Theatre, holds true to its title. The musical is centered loosely on the story of freedom and racial tension, but is more a showcase of the beautifully soulful and captivating voice of Tony Award winner Tonya Pinkins, who plays the title role.

‘Antlers’ prove musical chops

It seems that, as of late, the indie rock scene has been jaded by the presence of charming, outgoing frontmen. Baring all in interviews and reaching hands out to sold-out crowds screaming along to their words, the indie scene seems almost dominated by rock stars. Where have the quiet, elusive frontmen dedicated to nothing but a solid performance gone?

Christmas comes early to Union Station

Anyone looking for a bit of early Christmas cheer were sure to find some while visiting Disney’s “A Christmas Carol” train tour. The train, which has been traveling across the United States since May, made its appearance in Union Station last week for two days. Jim Carrey, Gary Oldman and Colin Firth will star in this latest animated adaptation of Charles Dickens’s classic novel.

Feature Pic: Matt and Kim visit AU

Metro brief

The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority’s decision to sandwich its older cars between newer models, an early response to the Metrorail crash last summer, was intended primarily as a public relations move, according to a newly released letter addressed to a WMATA safety panel.

Metro brief

Catholic University’s Vitreous State Laboratory secured the first part of a $36 million contract to turn nuclear waste into glass through a process called vitrification, making the waste easier and safer to store.

‘Zombieland’ Dominates Box Office; Lady Gaga and West Split

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