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Car drivers more likely to die in crashes with SUVs

Most people chose a car based on its safety rating. But when it comes to crashes with bigger vehicles, size is what matters most.

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Tips for attracting Twitter followers

In the first study of its kind, researchers at Georgia Tech University came up with tactics that can bump up your Twitter popularity.

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Loudoun plan examines ways to ease bottlenecks

A Loudoun County study examines how gridlock can be lessen in the area south and west of Dulles International Airport.

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Virginia Gold Cup debuts self-service betting system (Video)

Forget the fancy hats, elegant horses and Jack Russell Terriers that will be on display this weekend at the 88th Virginia Gold Cup. Parimutuel betting, in which people put their money into a collective pool, is the real star of this year's festivities, the organizers say.

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Man beaten in Charles County home invasion

Authorities are searching for suspects they say beat a man and held his girlfriend and child at gunpoint during a home invasion Wednesday morning in Charles County, Md.

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Are you suffering with allergies?

A springtime pollen explosion is under way. Allergy season has arrived.

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Wrinkles, the reason you need to cut your sugar intake

Find out the surprisingly low amount of sugar that it takes to set off the natural aging process.

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Only 3 Va. university basketball teams profitable

This year the NCAA tournament includes no Virginia schools with profitable basketball programs

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Cherry blossom Petal Pass gives retail discounts

The National Cherry Blossom Festival is offering discounts at area businesses, including Macys, Subway and Georgetown Cupcakes.

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Cherry blossom festival searches for volunteers

For those interested in an inside perspective on the festival, opportunities are available at myriad events all over the city.

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