Search

When can DC-area students use cellphones in schools? 08/26/2022 04:58am • Welcome to the School Zone, WTOP’s weekly feature about the latest topics and trends in education across the D.C. region. What to know about DC-area school systems' cellphone policies  What it is: Thousands of students across the D.C. region have already gone back to class, and thousands more i Review: Hulu's new Mike Tyson miniseries 'Mike' is way too rushed to be a knockout 08/26/2022 01:44am • In 2017, "I, Tonya" told the Tonya Harding tale with a flashy triple axel of comedy, drama and sports, turning a true-crime biopic into an Academy Award for Allison Janney. This weekend, the same writer/producer Steven Rogers reunites with director Craig Gillespie to tackle the controversial Jobs That Keep You on Your Feet 08/25/2022 08:00pm • You don't have to stay at your desk for eight hours. Not every profession keeps you chained to an office or a desk from 9 to 5 during the workweek. If you want to keep an active lifestyle and want to be paid to stay on your feet, these jobs will do just that. Keep in mind that because of the nature National Edgar Allan Poe Theatre hosts 24-hour 'Doomsday' livestream of iconic tales 08/25/2022 04:15am • https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WKJOM2iFKNQ Halloween is two months away, but you can get into the spooky spirit this weekend! The National Edgar Allan Poe Theatre is hosting a 24-hour livestream from 7 p.m. Friday to 7 p.m. Saturday, as Poe fanatics read the author's most iconic work on Y What Is Rule 72(t)? 08/22/2022 08:00pm • If you need to withdraw funds from an individual retirement account or 401(k) account before age 59 1/2, there's usually a 10% early withdrawal penalty. However, an IRS rule known as rule 72(t) waives the 10% penalty on some early retirement plan withdrawals if you take the distributions in a specif Chipotle debuts a 'water cup' candle: It smells like lemonade 08/21/2022 02:13pm • Lemonade thieves, Chipotle is on to you. The burrito chain has released a candle in honor of National Lemonade Day, which fell on Saturday this year, according to a news release. The candle pokes fun at customers' habit of sneaking some free juice by "accidentally" filling a free water cup with l School Zone: DC-area school systems have new COVID-19 protocols 08/19/2022 05:02am • Welcome to the School Zone, WTOP’s weekly feature about the latest topics and trends in education across the D.C. region. What to know about DC-area school systems' coronavirus protocol What it is: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention updated its COVID-19 guidance last week, ending a r Help decide who wins DC's 'Battle of the Badges' by donating blood 08/18/2022 03:05pm • Jason Medina, an officer with MPD's 6th District, donates blood during the 2021 Battle of the Badges. Medina is a main organizer at this year's event and will be there Friday. (Courtesy MPD) Blood donors are being asked to help settle a friendly wager on whether more people’s hearts are police Best Jobs That Allow You to Travel 08/17/2022 08:00pm • Satisfy your wanderlust with these travel jobs.Seeing the country -- or the world -- doesn't have to be something you only do on vacation. There are plenty of traveling jobs that make it easy to earn money while also satisfying your wanderlust. We sorted through all the top career choices in our 202 How Schools Are Improving STEM Education for Girls, Students of Color 08/17/2022 08:00pm • Careers involving science, technology, engineering and mathematics have a promising future. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, in 2020 STEM occupations paid more than double that of non-STEM occupations, on average, and those jobs are expected to grow rapidly through 2030. Yet women a Fantasy Football 2022: The one Commanders RB expert Matthew Berry would draft 08/17/2022 10:25am • The one Commanders RB Matthew Berry would draft in fantasy originally appeared on NBC Sports WashingtonThe Commanders have at least three viable running back options in their backfield this season. And while that may help them win games on Sundays, it creates a bit of a headache for fantasy football Fairfax Co. supervisors approve more than $33M for affordable housing development 08/17/2022 06:49am • Fairfax County supervisors on Aug. 2 authorized the spending of $33.3 million to construct 453 affordable dwellings on this site in western McLean near the I-495/Route 123 cloverleaf. This article was written by WTOP’s news partner InsideNoVa.com and republished with permission. Sign up for What's new in DC-region school systems this year? 08/17/2022 03:57am • Some students in Virginia have already returned to class, and summer break is quickly ending for many others across the D.C. region. What's new in each of the area's school systems this school year? Here's what to know. More Back-to-School News More Education News More Local News The 11 Best Camping Tents of 2022, According to Reviews 08/16/2022 08:00pm • Perhaps the most important piece of camping gear is your tent -- after all, camping without the proper shelter can ruin the entire trip. Many factors come into play when choosing your camping tent, ranging from the time of year you plan on using it to the style, size and more. No matter what you're 5 Backyard Patio Ideas 08/15/2022 08:00pm • Backyard patios can add great value and comfort to your home, whether you're getting ready for backyard entertaining or creating the perfect lounging space for you and your family. Having a nice backyard patio is also a big plus for many homebuyers and one of the best ways to add value to your home.