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Today in History: Nov. 30 11/30/2018 01:31am • Today is Friday, Nov. 30, the 334th day of 2018. Today's Highlight in History: On Nov. 30, 1874, British statesman Sir Winston Churchill was born at Blenheim Palace. On this date: In 1782, the United States and Britain signed preliminary peace articles in Paris for ending the Revolutiona What Is a Predatory Loan? 11/29/2018 07:00pm • Predatory loans have unfair, misleading or unaffordable terms that generally benefit the lender at the expense of the borrower. They come in different forms, but predatory loans all have the potential to trap consumers in a cycle of debt. For example, payday loans are typically seen as predatory be How Might My Oral and Dental Health Change as I Age? 11/29/2018 07:00pm • Dental care is often thought of as the realm of the young. Kids are admonished to brush and floss regularly, skip sugary sweets and get braces all before entering high school. But maintaining good oral and dental health is an important aspect of overall health that spans the lifetime, and for older Orthodox Church Takes Over Sex Education in Russia 11/29/2018 07:00pm • MOSCOW -- On an ordinary school day in February, Maria Ushankova's 14-year-old son came home puzzled, saying his class was given a lecture on family values. A woman, who introduced herself as "an Orthodox teacher," referring to the Russian Orthodox Church, told teenagers that having relationships ou What Will Cost More -- and Less -- in 2019 11/29/2018 07:00pm • If you're in the market for a new car, you may want to invest in a set of wheels sooner rather than later. Automobiles are one of a number of products expected to see a price spike as a result of government tariffs. Seafood, furniture and bicycles are other goods that could cost more thanks to the b How Do Airline Miles Work? A Getting Started Guide 11/29/2018 07:00pm • If you know someone who scored a free flight to Hawaii or some other far-off dream destination, chances are, he or she used airline miles to buy the ticket. Airline miles can seem mysterious and possibly too good to be true, but they are a legitimate way to get free or discounted flights. "It's kin 6 Surprising Effects of High Blood Sugar 11/29/2018 07:00pm • Whether you have diabetes, prediabetes or just want to cut your risk of a future diagnosis, you probably know that it's important to keep your blood sugar levels in check. Why is it important to control your blood sugar level s? Put simply, blood reaches and influences everything in your body, says 17 family ski vacations to take this winter 11/29/2018 06:00am • Expect quality snow, expert instruction and more at these top family ski destinations. The National Ski Areas Association recognizes 472 ski areas across 37 American states, but families who value snow quality and scenery can also find top-notch -- and often surprisingly affordable -- mountain re How to Avoid Paying Credit Card Fees 11/28/2018 07:00pm • Credit card holders can spend hundreds of dollars on fees annually just to use their cards. But you can avoid fees by choosing the right credit cards and using them wisely. Here's a look at how. Avoiding Credit Card FeesKnow what triggers your credit card fees so you can sidestep these charges. For 9 Small-Cap Stocks with Big Dividends 11/28/2018 07:00pm • Think big with small-cap stocks.Amid the volatility of October, a number of big name stocks took it on the chin. Once-stable blue chips like industrial giant General Electric Co. (ticker: GE) and Cheerios manufacturer General Mills (GIS) declined more than 20 percent this year, creating a lot of pai How to Map Out Courses in an Online Degree Program 11/28/2018 07:00pm • For prospective online students, it's important to choose an online degree program that meets both their professional and personal needs, and how different programs are structured plays a huge part. For instance, prospective students may want to check either on a school's website or with an academi How to Watch Holiday Movies Without Cable 11/28/2018 07:00pm • It's that time of year again: Warm-weather adventures have shifted to cozy winter evenings at home with a warm blanket and your favorite movie. Colder nights also mean the holidays are here, and for many, that requires a tighter budget as they buy gifts and travel to visit family. If you're conside 9 Holiday Shopping Scams to Watch Out for This Season 11/28/2018 07:00pm • We're in the thick of the holiday shopping season, but it isn't only retailers who want your money. Scammers and hackers are looking for ways to crack into your accounts and make off with your cash or your identity. The good news for consumers: Holiday shopping scams often follow a predictable scri How to Survive an Insurance Elimination Period 11/28/2018 07:00pm • Maintaining adequate insurance coverage is just the first step toward surviving a financial or health emergency. Here's why: Depending on the type of insurance you need to tap and the way your policy is structured, you may wait several months before receiving a check from the insurer. During that t How to Set a Travel Budget in Retirement 11/27/2018 07:00pm • The lure of travel can be strong for retirees who now have time for extended trips. From visiting family and former classmates to trotting the globe and soaking in historical sites, the options are nearly endless. Before mapping out your trip schedule, taking a close look at costs is essential. "Th