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OPM: 2 hours' delayed arrival on Tuesday for federal workers 01/14/2019 07:40pm • WASHINGTON — Portions of the federal government not affected by the ongoing government shutdown will be open for business Tuesday — but they will operate on two hours' delayed arrival, according to the Office of Personnel Management. OPM, the federal government's human-resources agency, made Use Restaurant Supply Stores to Save Money in Your Home Kitchen 01/14/2019 07:00pm • One of the strongest frugal strategies out there is to cook most of your meals at home, but getting started down that path can be an expensive proposition. You need bowls, pots, pans, containers and other tools. Even worse, the selection at most big-box stores is limited, and the prices are high at 6 Things to Know About Textbooks for Online Courses 01/14/2019 07:00pm • When Regina Kizer took online nursing classes in two graduate nursing degree programs, she bought textbooks in all different formats. "I've tried eBooks; I've tried Kindle. I've tried purchasing them in hardback, and I've rented them as well," says the 45-year-old Oklahoma resident, who earned a nur 3 Keys to Negotiating for a Compensation Package 01/14/2019 07:00pm • Part and parcel of looking for a new job is dealing with this tough question: "What are your salary expectations?" You can expect it early in your discussions with any potential employer, most likely during a screening interview before you ever have a chance to speak with the actual hiring authorit Here's What to Know About Filing Taxes 01/14/2019 07:00pm • Before filing taxes, it's essential to know basic tax terms, concepts and best practices. Understanding these key elements can reduce your tax bill -- or score you the largest tax refund -- and ensure that you dodge any failure-to-file or late-payment penalties and fees. Whether it's your first time The 10 Most Popular Diets of 2018, According to Google 01/14/2019 07:00pm • Another year has gone by, and another slew of diets have dominated people's online searches. In the past, I have been disappointed in what diets appeared popular, and this year proves to be no different. However, I hold out hope that most of these diets were merely searched -- not actually tried. Fi Md. senator: Shutdown is compromising safety; time to end it 01/14/2019 01:56pm • HANOVER, Md. — U.S. Sen. Ben Cardin said Monday that the partial government shutdown is “dangerous” and hurting federal workers. Standing at BWI Marshall Airport with representatives from unions who do everything from inspecting aircraft to performing security checks, the Maryland Democ Breaking into DC's freelance economy? Tips for first-timers 01/14/2019 10:45am • WASHINGTON — Whether you call it gig economy or freelancing or career independence, more and more people in the Washington area are breaking out on their own. For those newbies, reality sets in when they realize they are not only the talent, but also the payroll department, finance department, Like craft beer? Secret Hopper will pay you to drink it 01/14/2019 09:01am • WASHINGTON — Restaurants and retailers have used secret shoppers for years. Now, a Norfolk, Virginia-based company is bringing that model of feedback to the craft beer industry. Secret Hopper has more than 200 brewery and brewpub clients, including some in the D.C. area, that use its undercover 4 Credit Card Trends for 2019 01/13/2019 07:00pm • I've been spending some time gazing into my credit card crystal ball, and I've noticed a few trends on the horizon. This past year, it seemed like the economy was either riding high or scaring us half to death. Stock prices would go up and then they'd go down. And what about interest rates? They've Which Doctors Can Help Me Manage My Diabetes? 01/13/2019 07:00pm • In July 2017, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported that 30.3 million adults, or 9.4 percent of the U.S. population, have diabetes. "Another 84.1 million have prediabetes, a condition that if not treated often leads to Type 2 diabetes within five years," according to the agency. T Explore the 20 Best Online MBA Programs 01/13/2019 07:00pm • See the top online business programs.Online MBA programs allow students to earn business degrees from the comfort of their home. U.S. News ranks master's in business administration programs separately from graduate business degrees in other specialties. Here are the top 20 of the 2019 Best Online MB What to know about email encryption options 01/10/2019 10:41pm • Q: Looking for a secure method of encrypting email messages that include sensitive client information that's easy for the recipient to use. Email continues to be the most common communication channel for small businesses to interact with their clients, but it’s also one of the least secure. Medication-Free Ways to Treat Parkinson's Disease 01/10/2019 07:00pm • People with Parkinson's disease, the incurable neurodegenerative disorder that affects movement, have few options for medical treatment. Prescription medications can help manage symptoms, and an implantable device ( a deep brain stimulator) can help control tremors -- the hallmark of the condition. 5 Temporary Fixes When You Need a Major Winter Home Repair 01/10/2019 07:00pm • There's no such thing as a convenient time for something to break in your home. But winter is particularly risky because the loss of heat in your home or water damage can quickly escalate, which is why it's important to act fast to avoid further harm to your house and a hefty price tag to fix it. D