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How to protect your hearing during July 4 celebrations 06/29/2018 05:08am • WASHINGTON — Looking forward to Fourth of July fireworks? Whether it's a professional display or firecrackers in someone's backyard, experts want you to protect your hearing and wear ear plugs. "Audiologists go around with plugs in our ears for firecrackers — we're always trying to be proact Summer TV Binge Guide 06/29/2018 01:54am • J.K. Simmons plays two versions of the same character in Starz's "Counterpart." (YouTube) WASHINGTON — Summertime is perfect for the beach, pool, ballpark or outdoor picnic. But when the weather gets unbearably hot, it's also nice to stay indoors in the air conditioning. That's when ‘Rediscover’ famous Fabergé eggs, frames at Hillwood this summer 06/29/2018 01:36am • WASHINGTON — What did you get your mother for her last birthday? In 1931, Eleanor Barzin gifted her mother, Marjorie Merriweather Post, one of the 50 famous Fabergé eggs made for the Russian Imperial family between 1885 and 1917. Now, that’s a gift. The “Catherine the Great” eg How to Get Into Financial Shape Before the End of the Year 06/28/2018 08:00pm • Have you slacked on your New Year's resolutions? Or maybe you didn't even get started? If that's the case, remember that it's never too late to get a handle on your finances and whip them into shape within the next six months. Understanding the basics of your finances and what budgeting tools are av 3 Ways to Top 2 Percent In Short-Term Accounts 06/28/2018 08:00pm • In June, the Federal Reserve raised interest rates for the second time this year and for the seventh time since it began normalizing rates in December 2015. Overall, deposit rates have been slow to respond. Even today, you may see little difference in the interest rate of your bank account compared How to Interview Your New Boss 06/28/2018 08:00pm • When it comes to job satisfaction, managers matter a lot. So you're fortunate if your company affords you the opportunity to help select the person who will become your next boss. Participating in jobs interviews with candidates who could end up supervising your work requires a little strategic thi 19 Essential Tools a DIYer Should Have 06/28/2018 08:00pm • Stock up for your next DIY project.If you're always finding new home improvement projects to take on, you're not alone. In a 2015 study of 500 do-it-yourselfers by Venveo, a digital marketing agency and parent company of DIYConsumer.com, 58 percent of respondents said they do a DIY project either be Metro says all underground stations will have free Wi-Fi by Friday 06/28/2018 11:58am • WASHINGTON — Get ready for more opportunities to check your email, scroll through the headlines or snap the next viral sensation on your way to work. Metro says the rollout of free public Wi-Fi at all underground stations will be completed by Friday. Underground stations make up nearly half The 30 Best Water Parks in the USA 06/27/2018 08:00pm • Whether you want to enjoy a big splash or a relaxing float, these water-focused resorts and amusement parks offer ample facilities to keep you entertained.America's 309,000 public swimming pools have whet the national appetite for all sorts of summertime water play. Today's water park attractions ra How to Get Your Free Annual Credit Reports 06/27/2018 08:00pm • If you could get a detailed dossier of your physical health -- outlining the positives and negatives in an easy-to-understand form -- you'd jump at the chance, right? Then consider how easy it is to check on a major part of your financial health with a free credit report. It is the most effective w 7 Tools to Help You Get the Best Rate 06/27/2018 08:00pm • Whether you're renting a car or getting a mortgage, you may be wondering if you're truly netting the best deal. These days, a number of websites and other resources are available to help ensure you aren't paying more than needed. But rather than spend hours combing the web or calling companies to l 401(k) Mistakes to Avoid 06/27/2018 08:00pm • Fees and penalties for your 401(k) can often be avoided if you understand how your 401(k) plan works. You can also take advantage of employer contributions and tax breaks once you figure out how to qualify. Here's how to fix several common 401(k) problems. A low default savings rate. Many employees I Overcame Opioid Addiction -- and So Can You 06/27/2018 08:00pm • It's no secret that the United States is in the middle of a full-blown opioid pandemic that's responsible for killing more than 100 people a day. There's widespread media, political, legal, social and psychological attention dedicated to this issue, yet people are still suffering. The painful memor How to Protect Your Digital Funds From Hackers 06/27/2018 08:00pm • Millions of consumers are moving away from traditional banking methods and trading in cash and credit cards for more convenient digital payment alternatives. In fact, a 2016 survey on the rise of digital wallets conducted by Finder.com, a comparison platform and information service, found that over A new course for Tiger Woods, and maybe a new putter 06/27/2018 05:38pm • POTOMAC, Md. (AP) — Tiger Woods is playing the Quicken Loans National for the last time, and so much about this year feels new. Woods played his first 18-hole round at the TPC Potomac at Avenel Farm during the pro-am Wednesday, and it didn't take long to realize why the course rated as the four