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US won war, must enforce accountability for Iran | Shaun McCutcheon

US won war, must enforce accountability for Iran | Shaun McCutcheon

    The outcome of the military action between the United States and Iran is clear when measured by military capability, economic leverage, strategic position and long-term deterrence: America dramatically weakened one of the world’s most dangerous and unpredictable regimes and secured a decisiv…

    Iran is turning its defeat into victory | Hussain Abdul-Hussain

    Iran is turning its defeat into victory | Hussain Abdul-Hussain

      Israel's 12-day war with Iran last year and President Donald Trump’s attacks in recent months shattered the myth of Iran’s military might, inflicting heavy losses on the Islamic Republic and forcing it to the negotiating table.

      Virginia's NextEra merger review must put Virginia families first | Guest column

      Virginia's NextEra merger review must put Virginia families first | Guest column

      • GHAZALA HASHMI

      Virginia must slow down and strengthen its outdated review process before approving a $67 billion Dominion–NextEra merger that could raise costs and reshape the state’s energy future.

      Virginia’s pot of gold comes with smoke | Guest column

      Virginia’s pot of gold comes with smoke | Guest column

      • ZACHARY D. DAWSON

      As Virginia finally moves toward a regulated adult‑use cannabis market by 2027, the real test will be whether careful implementation can protect small businesses and community reinvestment from the growing influence of major corporate players.

      Letter: Reflecting pool a reflection of Trump’s style

      Letter: Reflecting pool a reflection of Trump’s style

        The brouhaha over the renovation of the Reflecting Pool in Washington, D.C., is a case study of the disorganized governing style of the Trump administration.

        Letter: More youth should serve in their communities

        Letter: More youth should serve in their communities

          I am a student and Scout from Glen Allen. I want to encourage more young people to get involved in community service. Volunteering is a great way for students to build leadership skills, responsibility and confidence while positively impacting their communities.

          Gary Varvel for Jun 26, 2026

          Gary Varvel for Jun 26, 2026

            No-cost birth is a bipartisan idea, but is it a good one? | Abby McCloskey

            No-cost birth is a bipartisan idea, but is it a good one? | Abby McCloskey

              Second lady Usha Vance’s due date is rapidly approaching. I have no idea how healthcare expenses are treated for the vice president’s family. But JD Vance has long advocated for $0 out-of-pocket costs for giving birth.

              Reflecting Pool is microcosm of Trump's vexing second term | Jonah Goldberg

              Reflecting Pool is microcosm of Trump's vexing second term | Jonah Goldberg

                Every time I get asked by a TV anchor what I think about the drama of the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, my favorite "historical" headline from the Onion comes to mind: "World's largest metaphor hits iceberg."

                Children need stories to learn and engage — Richard Kyte

                Children need stories to learn and engage — Richard Kyte

                  We are gradually becoming a nation entranced by spectacle, where it is easy to tell what people like or dislike, but hard to tell what they think.

                  Oil price falls to pre-war levels as ships being moving through Strait of Hormuz

                  Oil price falls to pre-war levels as ships being moving through Strait of Hormuz

                    Brent crude was trading at around $72 a barrel on Thursday morning, the price it was at the day before the launch of attacks on Iran.

                    Zohran Mamdani's victory strut is premature | Froma Harrop

                    Zohran Mamdani's victory strut is premature | Froma Harrop

                      Mayor Zohran Mamdani's socialist picks for Congress just knocked off some Democratic incumbents in New York City. They included surprising defeats, especially that of Rep. Adriano Espaillat, chair of the Congressional Hispanic Caucus. Espaillat lost to Darializa Avila Chevalier, who on social media in the past called to abolish the police, free prisoners and stop deportations for any reason, presumably including murder.

                      Congress must protect the integrity of American science | Guest column

                      Congress must protect the integrity of American science | Guest column

                        Federal intervention that sidelines independent peer review threatens to upend the slow, decades‑long scientific work that has powered America’s greatest medical and technological breakthroughs, replacing evidence‑based judgment with political whim.

                        Albemarle County scandal underscores importance of prevention | Guest column

                        Albemarle County scandal underscores importance of prevention | Guest column

                          Virginia’s latest school‑misconduct scandal underscores a long‑ignored truth: without enforceable prevention policies and real oversight, background checks alone cannot protect students from predatory educators, writes this columnist.

                          Editorials

                          Are we confusing outrage with truth in the age of algorithms? | The Ethical Life podcast

                          Are we confusing outrage with truth in the age of algorithms? | The Ethical Life podcast

                          🎧 The hosts examine how personalized feeds amplify conflict, bury progress and leave citizens exhausted and polarized, reinforcing a distorted picture of society that feels broken and perpetually on edge.

                          Editorial: FBI raid on WaPo reporter’s home threat to press freedom

                          Editorial: FBI raid on WaPo reporter’s home threat to press freedom

                          Congress should exercise immediate oversight of the Department of Justice to reaffirm its commitment to press freedom and all public officials to remember a fundamental truth: When journalists are silenced, the public is left in the dark.

                          Editorial: Bill Martin's straightforward honesty made him a crucial voice for region

                          Editorial: Bill Martin's straightforward honesty made him a crucial voice for region

                          In a time of deep division, The Valentine's Bill Martin demonstrated the power of finding common ground. Again and again, he helped us see a fuller version of our history — and started conversations that will continue long after he is gone.

                          Editorial: Looking forward to telling Richmond's stories for another 175 years

                          Editorial: Looking forward to telling Richmond's stories for another 175 years

                          As we commemorate our remarkable 175-year journey, we invite you to join the Richmond Times-Dispatch as we reflect on our legacy, celebrate our impact, and look ahead to many more years of serving the greater Richmond community.

                          Columnists

                          US won war, must enforce accountability for Iran | Shaun McCutcheon

                          US won war, must enforce accountability for Iran | Shaun McCutcheon

                          The outcome of the military action between the United States and Iran is clear when measured by military capability, economic leverage, strategic position and long-term deterrence: America dramatically weakened one of the world’s most dangerous and unpredictable regimes and secured a decisive victory.

                          Iran is turning its defeat into victory | Hussain Abdul-Hussain

                          Iran is turning its defeat into victory | Hussain Abdul-Hussain

                          Israel's 12-day war with Iran last year and President Donald Trump’s attacks in recent months shattered the myth of Iran’s military might, inflicting heavy losses on the Islamic Republic and forcing it to the negotiating table.

                          Virginia's NextEra merger review must put Virginia families first | Guest column

                          Virginia's NextEra merger review must put Virginia families first | Guest column

                          Virginia must slow down and strengthen its outdated review process before approving a $67 billion Dominion–NextEra merger that could raise costs and reshape the state’s energy future.

                          Virginia’s pot of gold comes with smoke | Guest column

                          Virginia’s pot of gold comes with smoke | Guest column

                          As Virginia finally moves toward a regulated adult‑use cannabis market by 2027, the real test will be whether careful implementation can protect small businesses and community reinvestment from the growing influence of major corporate players.

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                          Virginia’s pot of gold comes with smoke | Guest column

                          Virginia’s pot of gold comes with smoke | Guest column

                          Albemarle County scandal underscores importance of prevention | Guest column

                          Albemarle County scandal underscores importance of prevention | Guest column

                          Don’t believe everything you hear about the cost of RGGI | Guest column

                          Don’t believe everything you hear about the cost of RGGI | Guest column

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                          What Your Home's Age Reveals About the HVAC Problems Coming Your Way

                          What Your Home's Age Reveals About the HVAC Problems Coming Your Way

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                          Humidity: The Midwest's Hidden Comfort and Health Problem

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                          Letters to the Editor

                          Letter: Reflecting pool a reflection of Trump’s style

                          Letter: Reflecting pool a reflection of Trump’s style

                          The brouhaha over the renovation of the Reflecting Pool in Washington, D.C., is a case study of the disorganized governing style of the Trump administration.

                          Letter: More youth should serve in their communities

                          Letter: More youth should serve in their communities

                          I am a student and Scout from Glen Allen. I want to encourage more young people to get involved in community service. Volunteering is a great way for students to build leadership skills, responsibility and confidence while positively impacting their communities.

                          Letter: Shareholders, not ratepayers, should pay RGGI costs

                          Letter: Shareholders, not ratepayers, should pay RGGI costs

                          This week brought the latest diatribe (via Lora Current of the American Legislative Exchange Council) against the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative, or RGGI. It's been well-established that cap-and-trade markets are a highly effective tool for reducing harmful carbon pollution, and RGGI spe…

                          Letter: An excellent piece by Jeff Bennett

                          Letter: An excellent piece by Jeff Bennett

                          Congrats on an excellent op-ed by Jeff Bennett on June 19. He did an excellent job of pointing out the history of his family and its many contradictions. He wrote about facts of the family not pointing fingers, not taking a victim’s position or blaming anyone, just facts. Perhaps if we had m…

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