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The Best Places to Buy Furniture on a Budget 07/05/2022 08:00pm • Buying furniture on a budget: Is that even a possibility in these inflationary times? Can you give your space a refresh without breaking the bank? Absolutely, says Dianna Baros, founder of The Budget Babe blog. "I'm always finding inspiration on Instagram, from DIYers to budget-savvy decorators," sh Hogan’s decision to lift gun restrictions roils state politics 07/05/2022 07:14pm • This content was republished with permission from WTOP’s news partners at Maryland Matters. Sign up for Maryland Matters’ free email subscription today. Gov. Lawrence J. Hogan Jr.’s decision Tuesday to lift restrictions on carrying concealed weapons in Maryland in the wake of a recent U.S. Should you get travel insurance for your next big trip? 07/05/2022 03:24pm • If you’re hitting the roads, waterways and skies now that pandemic travel restrictions have eased, maybe you’re wondering whether travel insurance is worth the extra cost — especially since most everything costs more these days including airfares. CBS News Travel Editor Peter Greenberg said Hogan directs police to suspend Maryland gun carry standard 07/05/2022 01:54pm • ANNAPOLIS, Md. (AP) — Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan has directed the state police to suspend the state’s “good and substantial reason” standard for permits to carry handguns after the U.S. Supreme Court struck down a similar New York law last month. The Republican governor said in a statement DC store fire displaces at least 2 07/05/2022 01:40pm • A morning fire in Northwest D.C. has left at least two people without a place to stay on Tuesday. The D.C. Fire and EMS Department said the fire happened around 3:15 a.m. on the corner of 14th and Buchanan streets. More DC News More Local News Firefighters arrived to find a Heat of the Moment: Asia Featuring John Payne rocks Rams Head in Annapolis 07/05/2022 12:00am • Hear our full conversation on my podcast “Beyond the Fame.” This year marks a double anniversary for the classic rock band Asia, which celebrates the 40th anniversary of its self-titled debut album with the hit single "Heat of the Moment," as well as the 30th anniversary of "Aqua," wh The Best Bill-Paying Services 07/04/2022 08:00pm • Once upon a time you had to mail bill payments to your utilities, mortgage and credit card companies, vulnerable to the whims of the Postal Service. But these days consumers have plenty of options, including scheduling or paying bills online or employing apps and software to streamline the process. Top Cruises for Babies and Toddlers 07/04/2022 08:00pm • With so many cruise lines to choose from -- and new ships offering an array of endless activities and amenities for kids of all ages -- you may find it difficult to wade through the sea of options when planning an ocean-bound vacation for your family, especially when traveling with your infant or ti What Is the HIIT Exercise Program? 07/04/2022 08:00pm • High-intensity interval training, or HIIT, checks two of the most important boxes when it comes to exercise programming: high effectiveness in a short amount of time. HIIT workouts are very challenging and feature short bursts (or intervals) of very high-intensity exercise followed by brief active r What Is Hematuria? Types, Causes and More 07/04/2022 08:00pm • Seeing blood in your urine or having a doctor tell you that you have blood in your urine can be scary. Blood in your urine, also called hematuria, can be a sign of many types of health issues. Blood in your urine always relates to a problem in your urinary tract, which includes your kidneys. Your ki 7 Guidelines for College Student-Professor Interactions 07/04/2022 08:00pm • Compared to high school, students in college are held to a higher standard in the classroom. Faculty members treat students as adults -- expecting them to meet deadlines, be professional and face consequences for cheating, plagiarism or other types of academic dishonesty. Given generational gaps and Car Review: Not just hybrids and plug-ins anymore, Toyota releases the all-electric bZ4X 07/04/2022 04:28am • By WTOP contributor Brian Armstead It’s no surprise that Toyota, the world’s largest automaker, has made a commitment to a carbon neutral future. After all, they were the dominant carmaker in the “green energy” sphere early on with the extremely popular Prius lineup. The 2023 Toyota Barbecue costs up ahead of 4th of July, ways to save 07/02/2022 09:30am • As the 4th of July approaches, many Americans are preparing to fire up their grills and host cookouts for friends and family. But as prices surge across the board, hosting a barbecue is costlier than it was this time last year. The cost of the average Independence Day cookout for 10 people is 17% Maryland mom of 4 wins annual burger-eating contest 07/01/2022 04:54pm • CLICK TO EXPAND: Molly Schuyler, 42, of Harwood, Maryland, took first place in the 13th annual Independence Burger Eating Championship and a $2,000 prize. She got a big check -- in more ways than one -- from Z-Burger owner Peter Tabibian. (WTOP/Liz Anderson) Imagine eating dozens of burgers in t Review: Joey King slaughters castle guards like Arya Stark in Hulu's 'The Princess' 07/01/2022 12:10pm • Can't wait for the “Game of Thrones” prequel "House of Dragon" to hit HBO next month? You might pass the time by streaming “The Princess" on Hulu this weekend for as much action-packed R-rated violence as you can possibly cram into a 90-minute kingdom. It follows a strong-willed Prin