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How Often Should You Apply for a Credit Card? 05/21/2023 08:00pm • Credit card companies release tempting offers on a regular basis. With so many attractive sign-up bonuses, it might seem hard to resist applying for them all. However, bank application rules and the impact on your credit score mean there are limits on how many cards you can apply to at once. So, how Frequently Asked Social Security Benefit Questions 05/21/2023 08:00pm • The majority of American workers will eventually collect Social Security benefits, but those who understand how Social Security works may be able to qualify for bigger payments and avoid benefit reductions and withholdings. Even if you're not nearing retirement, it's important to know the basics of Alternatives to a 4-Year College: What to Know 05/21/2023 08:00pm • For many high school graduates, pursuing a four-year college degree remains the logical next step before starting a career. But there are plenty of alternatives, which may be a better path for some students. For some, the rising cost of college and the potential for racking up tens of thousands of d 15 Top Pride Parades and Celebrations in the U.S. 05/21/2023 08:00pm • On June 28, 1969, in the New York City neighborhood of Greenwich Village, police raided a popular gay bar: the Stonewall Inn. Fed up with the frequent raids and harassment from law enforcement, both patrons and local residents began to fight back, leading to six days of protests and clashes between Atlanta rookie Shuster allows only 1 hit as Braves edge Mariners 3-2 for series win 05/21/2023 05:09pm • ATLANTA (AP) — Jared Shuster kept his emotions in check on the mound and during his postgame interviews following his first major league win. Then the rookie was presented with the lineup card at his locker as a souvenir. Finally, Shuster broke out a big grin as he admired the keepsake on his day Back in hoodies and gym shorts, Fetterman tackles Senate life after depression treatment 05/21/2023 03:33pm • WASHINGTON (AP) — Before Pennsylvania Sen. John Fetterman checked himself in to the hospital for clinical depression in February, he walked the halls of the Senate stone-faced and dressed in formal suits. These days, he’s back to wearing the hoodies and gym shorts he was known for before he beca What a federal debt default could mean for Marylanders: Recession, unpaid workers, loss of benefits 05/21/2023 01:18pm • This content was republished with permission from WTOP’s news partners at Maryland Matters. Sign up for Maryland Matters’ free email subscription today. Thousands of Marylanders could be out of a paycheck or other benefits if federal leaders fail to reach an agreement to increase the nation Sinn Fein wins in Northern Ireland local elections, urges return of government 05/21/2023 11:51am • LONDON (AP) — Irish nationalist party Sinn Fein made sweeping gains in Northern Ireland's local elections, repeating its success from last year's assembly elections, when it became the largest party for the first time. With counting completed late Saturday, Sinn Fein, which seeks unification of N Chinese investigators blame building collapse that killed 54 on shoddy, illegal construction 05/21/2023 07:47am • BEIJING (AP) — The collapse of a nine-story building in central China that killed 54 people last year was caused by shoddy, illegal construction and local officials’ failure to enforce standards, according to an official report released Sunday. At least nine people including the building owner w PHOTOS: 2023 Preakness Stakes 05/20/2023 08:20pm • The 148th annual Preakness Stakes Saturday at the Pimlico Race Course in Baltimore, Maryland ended with Bob Baffert’s National Treasure beating out Mage. It’s the second horse race in the annual Triple Crown of thoroughbred racing along with the Kentucky Derby and the Belmont Stakes. The eve One Baffert horse euthanized on track on undercard before another Baffert entry wins Preakness 05/20/2023 07:54pm • BALTIMORE (AP) — A horse trained by Bob Baffert was euthanized on the track because of a leg injury during the undercard at Pimlico Race Course on Saturday, several hours before another one of the Hall of Famer's 3-year-old colts, National Treasure, won the Preakness Stakes. On the same dirt cours Marlins beat Giants 1-0 on unearned run, improve to 15-2 in 1-run games 05/20/2023 07:41pm • SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Braxton Garrett and three relievers combined on a three-hitter, and the Miami Marlins scored an unearned run in the eighth inning on Jon Berti's single to beat the San Francisco Giants 1-0 Saturday. Miami (24-22) improved to 15-2 in one-run games but has been outscored 211-159 Volcanic ash from Popocatepetl temporarily shuts down Mexico City airports 05/20/2023 05:21pm • MEXICO CITY (AP) — Mexico City's two main airports temporarily shut down operations on Saturday due to ash spewing from Popocatepetl volcano, located 45 miles (72 kilometers) southeast of the country's capital. The city's Benito Juarez International airport suspended operations at 4:25 a.m. local This Va. nature preserve is 'not the place' for swimming or alcohol, Fairfax Co. Park Authority says 05/20/2023 04:50pm • There is no beer or swimming when you visit Scott's Run Nature Preserve in McLean, Virginia. With Memorial Day weekend approaching, the Fairfax County Park Authority is reminding visitors of a few important rules. "If you are seeking a place to drink alcohol, swim or wade in the water, or climb r Uvalde families dig in for new test of gun industry protections 05/20/2023 03:11pm • AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — After Mayah Zamora was shot and wounded at Robb Elementary School, her family did what many mass shooting survivors do: They sued. They sued the store off Main Street in Uvalde, Texas, that sold the teenage gunman his AR-style rifle. They sued the gun maker. And they sued poli