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His Eminence Donald Cardinal Wuerl, Archbishop of Washington and Catholic University of America President John Garvey look on as Speaker Boehner shows them a weather map on his iPhone. May 14, 2011. Photo credit: Office of the Speaker, photo by @bryanta

Chvotkin loves sports [and DC] How Drudge does it [on top] Prom advice from 2nd graders [freaky] No more tailgating at Jiffy Lube [no more fun] Rent my apartment [w/ my 16 cats] The Shuttle prepares for launch [Stuck in Customs]

Another big get: James Richardson has will be advising former Ambassador and Utah Gov. Jon Huntsman, Rick Klein wants the Yankees to retire No. 51, Congrats to Lauren and Jonathan Grella on the birth of Baker Logan Grella, photos of Michele Bachmann’s running mate surfaced, tell Elliot Kort congrats on …

This is pretty funny. Watch as Rep. Dan Burton politely answers his phone during a committee hearing — while joking that it’s probably the President who was calling him. [happens to the best of us]

Did you find something unusual in your Roll Call this morning? Today’s print edition has a pullout section featuring 64 brackets about–food?? When asked, Roll Call confirmed they’re hosting a “Taste of America” contest with Chef Spike, owner of We, the Pizza and Good Stuff Eatery. The rules are as …

Dear Capitol Hill Staff:  Please make sure your smart phones are charged and ready for this event.  We want pictures. Raw milk supporters say they plan to milk a cow on Capitol Hill to protest federal action against a Pennsylvania farmer. Members of the Grassfed on the Hill group plan …

Michaele Salahi, DC’s favorite reality star, is way more talented than she had originally let on.  Besides being really good at showing up to events uninvited, Salahi also sings. Her first single, “Bump It,” dropped yesterday and features lyrics such as, “like I’m so hot and you’re like so not.” …

Well deserved. [NY Times] The Mark Twain Prize for American Humor is named for one of history’s most distinguished satirists and has, since 1998, been awarded to noteworthy comedians like Whoopi Goldberg, Bob Newhart, Neil Simon and Bill Cosby. But somehow, it just got a little classier: Will Ferrell, the …

In-N-Out Burger makes it to TX [some people cry they’re so happy] Wemple to WaPo [say that 3 times quickly] Cindy McCain won’t be joining the Glenn Beck fan club [ever] Get excited Fairfax, VA [you’ve got bed bugs] Too much detail? [Osama pictures] Congrats to Lauren and Jonathan Grella …

Congressional hearings can get real serious, real quick. Caption Contest: Sen. Collins explores her dinner options. Today in Congress we learn about the difference between vegetables and starches. “Mr. Chairman, Because of rising gas prices, I can’t afford steak. It’s lettuce or potatoes, both on Fridays.” Add your caption below …

Anderson Cooper gets punked on his own show [funny] Is sitting down killing you? [infographic] Early polls haven’t proved much [in the past] A new look for the Wizards [but not all are smiling] Movie theater on Barracks Row [Church sold] What $1500 gets you in DC [rent] Boehner: Christie …

As Republican presidential contenders scramble to fill positions [and figure out whether or not they should run], the Obama campaign has already settled on their Digital Director.  Teddy Goff will lead the online efforts for Obama’s re-elect. Landing Goff is a huge get for the Obama campaign. [Tech President] Teddy …

Thanks to advancements in technology, now anyone can publish a splash page and produce a web video. Below is the latest microsite about gasoline prices — featuring Jimmy McMillan, who’s taking over where Dale Peterson’s 15 minutes of fame left off. h/t Patrick Gavin

A big thank you to our friends at Express Night Out for this morning’s shout out.  [C-SPAN love] » “IF YOU HAVE YET TO FIGURE OUT that C-SPAN is a dominant new media force, this should help: C-SPAN’s WHCD video featuring President Obama‘s remarks has been viewed on YouTube over …

Spotted on a tipster’s morning run.  It makes us proud.  [look closely]