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To buy or not to buy: Dollar store deals

Dollar stores have become all the rage in recent years, and the products available have grown to include anything from napkins to clothes. But are they always worth it?

Tags: wtop saves you money, dollar stores

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Northern Va. commuters can weigh in on future transit plans

Bumper to bumper traffic and long commutes are the norm for Northern Virginia commuters during the week, and now the public has the chance to offer its 2 cents on making it better.

Tags: transportation planning, Super NoVa Transit and Transportation Demand Management Vision Plan

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It's OK let let babies cry, study finds

Letting babies cry won't cause long-term psychological problems or damage the parent-child relationship, a new study says.

Tags: pediatrics, parenting, Richard Ferber, sleep training

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Couples hold off on having kids

It costs about $235,000 to raise a child from birth to age 17.

Tags: family, economy, children,

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Study: Multitasking can actually hurt your brain

People who balance all their "irons in the fire" can put an average person to shame. But new research suggests that not only is multitasking bad, people can't actually do it.

Tags: MSN, multitask

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How to prepare for medical emergencies while traveling

Becoming sick or injured while on vacation can become expensive for those who need medical attention, but there are ways travelers can prepare.

Tags: insurance, travel, medical emergencies

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IQ testing shows women smarter than men

For the first time since IQ testing began, women are scoring higher than their male counterparts.

Tags: The Daily Mail, iq test

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Matchmaking services for commuters gaining speed

Carpooling is on the rise, and social media and apps have a lot to do with that increase.

Tags: new york times, ride share

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12 fruits and veggies high in pesticide contamination

Since we were children, we've been reminded about the importance of eating fruits and vegetables. So, if you've been doing just that, give yourself a pay on the back.

Tags: eating, fruits, vegetables, Environmental Working Group

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Frozen yogurt can be no healthier than ice cream

When the weather heats up, many opt for frozen yogurt instead of ice cream in an effort to eat healthier.

Tags: frozen yogurt

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