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How Much Money Should You Have in Savings? 07/19/2023 08:00pm • Maintaining sufficient savings is crucial for financial security, providing a safety net for unexpected expenses and a pathway to achieving your financial goals. How much you need in savings depends on your financial situation, but an emergency fund that can cover three to six months of expenses is How to See the Northern Lights in Iceland in 2024 07/19/2023 08:00pm • While Iceland isn't the only place in the world to view the northern lights, the Nordic country's prime location near the Arctic Circle means the light show can be visible for more than 100 nights per year. And 2024 in particular will provide prime viewing opportunities. "Interestingly, the sun is r 6 Best Credit Cards for Couples 07/19/2023 08:00pm • You know what they say about couples who spend together? Actually, there's really no saying for that, but there are a few smart strategies to help you and your partner maximize credit cards as a team. Being on the same financial page is important for both your relationship and your financial future 10 Expert Laundry Room Organization Ideas 07/19/2023 08:00pm • An organized laundry room can make your daily chores easier. And one that also looks good can help your home appeal to future buyers. According to to the most recent, 2021 edition of the National Association of Home Builders' "What Home Buyers Really Want" 87% of home buyers surveyed said a laundry Why College Accreditation Matters 07/19/2023 08:00pm • For prospective college students, an institution's or program's accreditation status can be a strong indicator when it comes to educational quality, graduates' professional success and access to financial aid. What Is College Accreditation?Higher education accreditation agencies are private organiza Judge nixes Trump’s bid to move hush-money criminal case, keeping it in New York state court 07/19/2023 04:33pm • NEW YORK (AP) — A federal judge on Wednesday rejected Donald Trump ’s bid to move his hush-money criminal case from New York state court to federal court, ruling that the former president had failed to meet a high legal bar for changing jurisdiction. U.S. District Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein f Biden's White House is taking on corporate mergers, landlord junk fees and food prices 07/19/2023 04:20pm • WASHINGTON (AP) — The Biden administration on Wednesday proposed new guidelines for corporate mergers, took steps to disclose the junk fees charged by landlords and launched a crackdown on price-gouging in the food industry. The announcements were discussed as part of President Joe Biden's meeting Rangers starting pitcher Gray exits in 5th inning after comebacker off left shin 07/19/2023 04:19pm • ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Texas starter Jon Gray exited the Rangers' game against Tampa Bay on Wednesday after taking a comebacker off his shin in the fifth inning. Gray was in obvious pain after Rays leadoff hitter Yandy Diaz hit a ball that ricocheted off the pitcher's left leg and went into foul A feline virus mutation in Cyprus caused far fewer cat deaths than claimed, veterinary leader says 07/19/2023 04:04pm • NICOSIA, Cyprus (AP) — The head of the Cyprus veterinarians association on Wednesday dismissed as greatly exaggerated the claims that a local mutation of a feline virus has killed as many as 300,000 cats on the small Mediterranean island. The director of the Pancyprian Veterinary Association, Nekt Israeli president tells Congress his country is committed to democracy but concedes 'painful debate' 07/19/2023 02:48pm • WASHINGTON (AP) — Israeli President Isaac Herzog sought to reassure Congress on Wednesday about the state of Israel's democracy and the strength of the U.S.-Israel relationship, acknowledging “heated and painful debate” at home and criticism abroad over actions of Prime Minister Benjamin Netan What residuals are — and why Hollywood actors and writers are striking over them 07/19/2023 02:38pm • LOS ANGELES (AP) — “The residuals are out there,” read a picket sign held by actor David Duchovny, echoing the tagline of his TV series, “The X Files.” Residuals are a central issue of the current simultaneous strikes of Hollywood actors and screenwriters, and a subject of constant commen The Dap Project brings DC communities together to discuss what 'dap' means to Black men 07/19/2023 01:50pm • A D.C. group is creating conversation around a well-known gesture that has become a symbol of respect within the Black community. The Dap Project was founded by Rhonda Henderson and Aaron Stallworth back in 2019, after Henderson said she became more curious about the roots of the cultural embrace Israeli president seeks to reassure Congress on his country's democracy, U.S. ties 07/19/2023 12:29pm • WASHINGTON (AP) — Israeli President Isaac Herzog sought to reassure U.S. allies Wednesday on the state of Israel's democracy and the strength of the U.S.-Israel relationship, in a speech to Congress acknowledging “intense and painful debate” at home over actions of Prime Minister Benjamin Neta Show me the money: How raising interest rates is benefiting short-term savers 07/19/2023 11:43am • It may be bad for borrowing money, but there's a silver lining of interest rates going up for savers. And if you have money sitting in a checking or savings account, not earning any interest, some financial experts say now may be the best time to consider moving it. With interest rates rising, US Attorney: Maryland paratransit system does not comply with ADA; lawsuit threatened 07/19/2023 09:58am • This content was republished with permission from WTOP’s news partners at Maryland Matters. Sign up for Maryland Matters’ free email subscription today. Transit officials said they are working to resolve issues with the state’s paratransit program in the wake of a federal investigation th