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How to catch the Lyrid meteor shower expected to peak this week

WTOP News 4/19 10:33P Greg Redfern

We had a chance to see the northern lights (aurora borealis) this past week . What you may not know is that the April 16 geomagnetic storm that was causing the aurora was also...

Saturday expected to be hottest day of the year — so far

WTOP News 4/19 1:28A Kay Perkins

Temperatures on Saturday are expected to average around 85 in the D.C. area — the highest temperatures so far this year, and 15 to 20 degrees warmer than average for this time...

6 people arrested after large group of teens descend on DC’s Wharf

WTOP News 4/18 11:28P Ciara Wells

MPD presence at The Wharf on Friday night.(WTOP/Alan Etter) MPD presence at The Wharf on Friday night.(WTOP/Alan Etter) Six people have been arrested after multiple large groups of juveniles descended...

WTOP’s Beer of the Week: Bluejacket Known & Loved 2025 Hazy IPA

WTOP News 4/18 7:12A Brennan Haselton

This page contains a video which is being blocked by your ad blocker. In order to view the video you must disable your ad blocker. WTOP's Beer of the Week: Bluejacket Known &...

Colorful Tulips Are Blooming in the DC Area. Here’s Where to See the Flowers.

Washingtonian Things To Do 4/18 3:03A Daniella Byck

The tulips at Brookside Gardens. Photograph by Erin Pant, Montgomery Parks, MNCPPC, from Montgomery Parks on Flickr . Cherry blossoms get much of the glory around Washington, but there are additional...

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Rihanna’s Cult Caviar Combo Takes Center Stage at D.C.’s Hot New Supper Club

DC Eater 4/18 9:43A Tierney Plumb

The “Golden Nuggets” at Gaia. | Cameron Whitman/Gaia Gaia debuts on Saturday, April 19 with Mediterranean fusion fare from a Chopped winner Downtown’s dining scene gets a boost this weekend with the...

Where to Eat Gluten-Free in D.C.

DC Eater 4/18 7:05A Missy Frederick

A spread of dishes from Cielo Rojo, which clearly indicates gluten-free options on its menu and online ordering systems. | Cielo Rojo Bakeries, pizza shops, and restaurants that look out for diners...

A Pop-Up Omakase at Mercy Me Heads West to France and Italy

DC Eater 4/17 5:20A Emily Venezky

Nigiri from Mercy Me’s upcoming collaboration with Omakase Nomad. | Mercy Me/Hawkeye Johnson Plus, Prost celebrates five years with plenty of beer, a book talk with José Andrés — and more intel The...

Restaurants Serving Easter Specials Around DC

Washingtonian (Food) 4/15 7:26A Jane Godiner

Photograph courtesy of Pendry Washington, DC - The Wharf. If you re looking for a place to take your family, loved ones, or even just yourself this Easter Sunday, you ve come to the right place. Keep...

Here Are the 2025 Rammy Awards Finalists

DC Eater 4/15 3:00A Tierney Plumb

An overview of the Rammys 2024 last summer. | Dan Swartz The winners will be revealed at a glitzy gala on Sunday, August 3 D.C.’s resident dining association announced the finalists for its 43rd...

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