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DC ranked among best big cities to live in; Va. city No. 2 DC ranked among best big cities to live in; Va. city No. 2 07/23/2018 09:40am • WASHINGTON — Despite the high cost of living, the D.C. area checks off many of the boxes that make a big city a desirable place to live. Personal finance site WalletHub has ranked the nation's 62 largest cities on its list of "Top Big Cities to Live In," and Washington, D.C., ranks No. 18 overa How to Eat Vegan During Pregnancy 07/22/2018 08:00pm • Women don't have to abandon their vegan or vegetarian eating regimen if they're pregnant.Women who consume a vegan or vegetarian diet and are going through a pregnancy may worry whether they can get enough nutrients for themselves and their unborn child while maintaining their typical eating regimen Are your retirement savings ahead of the curve? Are your retirement savings ahead of the curve? 07/22/2018 08:00pm • It's difficult to determine exactly how much to save for retirement. Some people pick a round number, such as saving 10 or 15 percent of their salary, while others use an external cue, such as the amount of money that will be matched by an employer. You might wonder whether you are saving enough Changing Teen Sex Trends 07/22/2018 08:00pm • Are you talking to your teen about sex? If not, you should be! Nationwide, 30 percent of teens report that their parents have never spoken with them about sex. Although 70 percent have, what makes this number concerning is that recent data indicates 40 percent of high school students have had sexua 30 Terms Every Credit Card Owner Should Know 07/22/2018 08:00pm • Credit cards are a lot more than just a piece of plastic. They're complex products that can help improve your financial situation if you use them responsibly or cripple you financially if you don't. If you want to make the most out of your credit card, it's essential to know the lingo. Building your Photos: Nats’ Doolittle encourages kids to read at DC Public Library event Photos: Nats’ Doolittle encourages kids to read at DC Public Library event 07/21/2018 02:16pm • WASHINGTON — More than a hundred parents and kids crowded into a room Saturday at the Cleveland Park Library to watch an all-star pitcher close out a book. For years, the Nationals have partnered up with the DC Public Library for the annual Summer Reading Challenge. And this year, pitcher Sean Montgomery Co. firefighters rescue unconscious roof worker 07/21/2018 12:36pm • WASHINGTON — Firefighters in Montgomery County rescued an unconscious roof worker from a two-story home Saturday. According to Montgomery County Fire and Rescue, the man was working on the roof of a house on Copen Meadow Court in Quince Orchard when he suffered a medical emergency. Rescue cr How Often Does My Credit Report Update? 07/19/2018 08:00pm • When a lender requests your credit score from a credit bureau, your score will be a reflection of what's in your credit report at that point in time. Your credit report doesn't stand still for long, so when it's updated again, it usually produces a different credit score. This cycle can occur many, 5 Meal Prep Mistakes That Are Keeping You From Your Health Goals 07/19/2018 08:00pm • I'm all about meal prepping. I do it regularly to make feeding my family easier and healthier, and I have even written two cookbooks -- "The Healthy Meal Prep Cookbook" and the upcoming "Smart Meal Prep for Beginners" -- on the topic. But I'll also be the first to tell you that meal prepping in and 2018 sales tax holidays: What you can buy and where in Va., Md. 2018 sales tax holidays: What you can buy and where in Va., Md. 07/19/2018 01:11pm • WASHINGTON — If you're a stressed-out parent doing some major back-to-school shopping, there are few words more magical than "tax-free." Well, get ready, because the tax-free holiday in Maryland is here. Maryland The tax-free holiday in Maryland is limited to clothing, but lasts a whole w World's most valuable sports teams of 2018 World's most valuable sports teams of 2018 07/19/2018 10:29am • WASHINGTON — Everyone knows that sports are more than just fun and games. They are emotional, they are thrilling and they showcase the human spirit at its best (unless you're a Cubs fan). Every victory is a battle. Sports are also big business. We're talking billions and billions here. Forbe Mother of girl killed in Md. school shooting unsure how to move forward on gun laws 07/19/2018 04:00am • WASHINGTON — Melissa Willey wears a rubber bracelet with her daughter's name on it: Jaelynn. She has a heart-shaped locket with a likeness of Jaelynn stamped onto the surface. Her daughter's name is also tattooed on her forearm. Willey points out that the lettering is in Jaelynn's handwriting; Guide to Credit Card Balance Transfers 07/18/2018 08:00pm • Whether you're aggressively tackling your credit card debt or simply want to save a few bucks on your monthly bill, a credit card balance transfer can help you reach your goal. However, a balance transfer isn't the best option for everyone. Here's a look at how it works and how to perform a balance For Recent College Grads, the Job Hunt Continues 07/18/2018 08:00pm • Diplomas have been awarded. Campuses are quiet. And recent college graduates are settling into summer internships and first jobs. Or at least, some of them are. Many are still hunting for the right opportunity to kick off their careers. U.S. News & World Report checked back in with five seniors Why You Should Bank Without a Branch 07/18/2018 08:00pm • The first online banks hit the U.S. market more than 20 years ago, attracting customers with higher interest rates and lower fees. While some early innovators are no longer operating, others have evolved. Take ING Direct, for example, which was acquired by Capital One and transformed into Capital O
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