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Gold coin given to Salvation Army kettle drive (Photos) 12/20/2016 07:58am • WASHINGTON — A Canadian gold coin found in a red kettle in Montgomery County, Maryland, will help the Salvation Army close its fundraising gap. The coin has a face value of $50, but the Salvation Army says it may be worth as much as $1,200. A donor put the coin in the charity's red buck in Your Healthier Hanukkah Menu -- Fried Food Still Included 12/08/2016 07:00pm • During the Jewish festival of lights, people light candles for eight nights, after which they typically enjoy holiday songs and lots of food. Often, that means eating two traditional foods -- potato pancakes and jelly doughnuts, both which are fried. Believe me, I love my fried food, but after eigh 8 financial gift ideas for children 12/08/2016 05:00am • Most children receive plenty of toys that are played with for a few days and then forgotten. Some parents and grandparents want to give a gift that will have a more lasting impact. Here are some of the ways to give a financial gift instead of merely stuff. 529 plan contributions. Investment e Pros and Cons of Buying Netflix, Inc. (NFLX) Stock 12/07/2016 07:00pm • Netflix, Inc. (ticker: NFLX), the world's premier streaming video service, is almost single-handedly responsible for changing the way people consume modern-day movies and TV. So it's no coincidence that the Netflix stock price has gone bonkers in recent years. The company that became a household na The Best Days for Holiday Shopping in December 12/06/2016 07:00pm • If you missed (or deliberately avoided) the bargain bonanza that is Black Friday weekend, don't fret. There are plenty of opportunities in December to find discounts, whether you're shopping online or in store. As you work your way down your gift list, follow this guide for the best things to buy du 2017 best cruise lines for the money 11/15/2016 09:00am • Save big on these budget-friendly cruise lines. With accommodations, meals and entertainment all covered in one rate, a cruise makes an excellent choice for any budget-minded traveler. Couple that with the fact that you can explore not just one but multiple places, and it's easy to see why travel 4 Things to Know About Self-Directed IRAs 11/14/2016 07:00pm • Investing in an individual retirement account is an effective way to supplement savings in a 401(k) or another employer-sponsored plan. According to a 2015 TIAA-CREF IRA survey, 18 percent of Americans save in an IRA and 56 percent of those who don't have one said they would consider including an I A Call to Better Treat PTSD in Our Military Veterans 11/07/2016 07:00pm • None of our fellow Americans are more deserving of respect and concern than our military personnel. Amidst the political gridlock and a polarized electorate, perhaps, this is the one topic that can bring our country together. So, why haven't we done more to tend to their wounds of war -- lost limbs 10 bizarre economic indicators that (might) predict the future 11/03/2016 11:59am • WASHINGTON — Every quarter, the markets wait with bated breath to find out what the latest economic indicators. Everything from the job report to consumer spending to GDP growth tell us about where things are headed. But did you know that there is also a bevvy of, shall we say, “unusual” Consider Collectibles in Your Portfolio 10/30/2016 08:00pm • Remember Legos? Most U.S. adults do, but few people think about Legos as a collectible investment, capable of outperforming the stock market over a significant period of time. Maybe those folks should piece things back together and think again. A 2015 study by the The Telegraph in the U.K. conclude These apps will help you save more money 10/28/2016 09:30am • Getting into a savings groove before the holidays is one foolproof way to make sure that you have enough cash to go around for food, fun and gifts at year's end. Need help getting into the savings spirit? Give one (or several) of these apps a try. 1. Digit (Free, iPhone and Android). The Digit People who helped during, after Ellicott City flooding honored 10/28/2016 12:29am • ELLICOTT CITY, Md. — Maryland state and county officials recognized the ordinary people who did extraordinary things during and after the destructive Ellicott City flooding in July. "The people of Ellicott City are incredibly resilient. Sometimes in the midst of our darkest days is when the goo Overcoming Cancer Survivor Guilt 10/27/2016 08:00pm • Getting past the shock of a cancer diagnosis and through all the difficulties of treatment is a hard-won accomplishment for cancer survivors. Unfortunately for some, lingering guilt is another unwelcome side effect. A recent small survey of lung cancer patients found that more than half had negativ How to Tell If You Have Orthorexia 10/27/2016 08:00pm • Need healthy eating inspiration? Only if you've been living under a rock. From popular wellness bloggers who espouse an "eat like me, look like me" approach, to Instagram feeds flooded with clean eating recipes and food diary photos, to nutrition articles warning about foods to never eat and ingred 10 Cities With Great Ghost Tours 10/26/2016 08:00pm • Prepare to be spooked with grueling tales of murders, witches and other local lore on these terrifying tours.'Tis the season for all things spooky, but on these ghost tours, discovering paranormal activity is a year-round pursuit. Whether or not you believe in things that go bump in the night, these