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PUBLISHED BY READ ONLINE | SIGN UP   Trump said he would end her political career, but Democrats did her in  (Jabin Botsford/The Washington Post) Liberals say they want a fighter. But Janet Mills, a popular governor who clashed with the president, failed to catch fire in Maine’s Senate race. By Liz Goodwin and Patrick Marley Read more   Poll: Trump’s fight with Iran is as unpopular as the Iraq and Vietnam wars   Three students. Lots of offers. Which college should they choose?   Pope Leo picks formerly undocumented immigrant to lead West Virginia Catholics   Column  Monica Hesse ‘The Devil Wears Prada’ has a boyfriend problem   Science-backed ways to keep your bones strong as you age   Top AI companies agree to work with Pentagon on secret data   See where freezing air will soon make May feel more like March   Where emergency visits for tick bites are highest in the United States   Medicare portal database exposed health providers’ Social Security numbers   ADVERTISEMENT   A deadline for the Iran war is here. What does the War Powers Act say?   Two high school basketball players released after being detained by ICE   Trump’s border wall expansion just bulldozed an ancient tribal site   A long-standing Senate tradition is being quietly undermined   Column  Tamar Haspel America’s obesity problem isn’t about costs. We just love junk food.   ADVERTISEMENT   Does drinking water prevent kidney stones? Here’s what experts say.   Opinion  George F. Will Trump’s allies float a specious theory about treaties   Column  Carolyn Hax With cheating ex on guest list, groomsman considers backing out   TAKE A GAME BREAK News quiz: Test your knowledge in today’s On the Record. Word game: One word to spell ’em all! Can you solve today’s Keyword in 6 guesses? Crossword: It’s time to solve! Play now. Wridges: Speed and spell your way up to a high score in our newest game.   Travel Questions Why does travel hurt my back, and how do I fix it?  (The Washington Post illustration; iStock) Medical experts offer tips on staving off back pain during travel — or dealing with it when it happens. By Hannah Sampson Read more   We asked: Can a crying baby get you kicked off a flight?   Will Apple Digital ID replace your passport? Sort of.   YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE Game Break Keep your streak alive: get daily reminders for our quizzes and games, plus insights into how they came together and how other people scored. Sign up ➝