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Online Platform Fori Mazdoori Connects Workers in Pakistan to Employers 11/20/2018 07:00pm • Upon finishing his doctorate in design in Italy and traveling the world for work and research, Pakistani technologist Musstanser Tinauli came back to his homeland and began looking for a business idea that would bring about positive economic change in a region where about a quarter of people live be The Hogan campaign’s quiet, relentless pursuit of Democratic women 11/20/2018 10:10am • As they entered 2018, operatives for Gov. Lawrence J. Hogan Jr.’s reelection campaign were blessed to have a candidate with durable popularity, unrivaled political instincts and a robust war chest. But they still knew he could lose. Polls that showed the Republican incumbent with astronomica What Hiring Managers Want Beyond Skills 11/18/2018 07:00pm • You worked diligently at your job to develop expert-level skills and qualifications. Your experience and knowledge match the job description exactly. You thought for sure you were perfectly suited for a role -- and then you get the crushing news that someone else was hired. You had an impeccable b Can Google Chrome browser extensions be dangerous? 11/15/2018 08:19pm • Q: Is there any reason to be concerned with Chrome extensions? One of the many reasons that Google’s Chrome browser has become the most popular browser in the world includes the ability to add new functionality through extensions. The vast majority of the more than 180,000 available extensions What Is Senior Home Care? 11/15/2018 07:00pm • Aging is a fact of life -- we simply can't stop the clock, and for most adults, there will come a time when a little extra assistance performing the tasks of daily living would be helpful. The Home Care Association of America reports that "nearly 70 percent of Americans who reach 65 will be unable t Flying to, from DC area will take longer this holiday season with crowds, construction 11/15/2018 04:02am • ARLINGTON, Va. — Construction delays and big holiday crowds mean you’ll have to add extra time to fly in or out of the D.C. region's airports for much of the next month and a half. The key is to plan ahead and come early, said Margaret McKeough, Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority exec How to Start a Nonprofit 11/12/2018 07:00pm • If you're passionate about a certain issue or cause, you may decide to go beyond donating your time and money to a charitable organization and start a new nonprofit. But before forming a nonprofit for personal fulfillment, there are a few crucial financial and logistical steps to address, including The 2019 Best Cruise Lines for the Money 11/12/2018 07:00pm • Your next cruise may cost less money than you think.Since a cruise is basically a package deal, with lodging, food and entertainment all included in one price, a vacation at sea is often a better value than a land-based getaway -- if you choose wisely. To help you make the most of your travel budget Veterans Day freebies and deals 11/12/2018 07:12am • WASHINGTON — In honor of Veterans Day, here are numerous freebies and discounts for veterans and active-duty members of the military, including meals, haircuts, museum admission, car washes and more. Many require you to show a military ID. WTOP has also included some Veterans Day events and off After you get the job, here's how to excel 11/12/2018 07:00am • Getting a job can be difficult. But at least there is a ton of information out there about how to do it, including steps to take to get an interview (do your research and apply online) and documents you'll need to apply for a job (like a resume and a cover letter). The problem is, there is far le Disproportionate suspensions of students of color addressed in Virginia 11/11/2018 05:47am • WASHINGTON — Black girls and other girls of color are more likely to be suspended from school than their white peers in Virginia, according to the National Women’s Law Center. It's a nationwide trend, and there's a move in the commonwealth to tackle those disparities in discipline. What’s b How to Choose the Best Investments for a Self-Directed IRA 11/08/2018 07:00pm • There's no denying the importance of diversification in your portfolio. A well-balanced mix of investments is critical for managing risk and riding waves of market volatility. While the typical investor may turn to a mix of stocks, mutual funds and bonds for diversification, others may seek to broa Incoming Montgomery Co. Executive Elrich ready to get to work 11/08/2018 05:44pm • WASHINGTON — Montgomery County’s next county executive is already getting to work on shaping his administration. County Council member Marc Elrich, a Democrat who won the three-way race for county executive on Tuesday, said his transition team will start things rolling with four “listening How to File Insurance Claims and Appeals 11/07/2018 07:00pm • Once you have health insurance under the Affordable Care Act, you can begin receiving health care and filing claims to your insurance carrier. A claim is a request for coverage. You or your health care provider will file a claim to be reimbursed for the costs of treatment or services. 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