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6 Risky Stocks That Could Be '10 Baggers' in 10 Years 03/24/2021 12:00am • Top high-growth blockbuster stocks of tomorrow.Peter Lynch, arguably the greatest mutual fund manager and growth investor ever, coined the term "10-bagger" in his 1989 investing classic, "One Up on Wall Street." It refers simply to any stock that will run 10 times higher than what you paid for it, a Amtrak trains sport 50th anniversary paint jobs 03/18/2021 10:45am • Amtrak trains are being painted with 50th anniversary logos to mark 50 years of service. Six have already entered service on the national network with different versions of the logos. (Courtesy Amtrak) Amtrak has survived, and thrived, throughout its history, and while the pandemic has put it sq Plug Stock Scandal; Coinbase's $68 Billion Valuation 03/17/2021 12:00am • Buoyed by news from the Federal Reserve, stocks erased early morning losses and finished higher on Wednesday, with all three major U.S. indices closing in the green. The majority of Fed members still expect to keep interest rates near zero through the end of 2023, a dramatic measure that brought a The 5 Best Cryptocurrency Trading Sites 03/05/2021 12:00am • Cryptocurrencies are the latest craze to sweep the finance world, with Bitcoin (BTC) dominating the headlines while Dogecoin nails the punchlines. As the number of cryptocurrencies on the market continues to expand, investors have more options than ever before to exchange their hard-earned cash for Bitcoin Halving 101: What Is It and Why Does It Matter? 02/26/2021 12:00am • It's no coincidence that the third Bitcoin halving event took place in a year when the popular alternative asset began its latest climb to new highs. Sometimes jokingly referred to as "the halvening," this was a major event for the world's premier cryptocurrency. Here's a look at what happened on M Beltway Basketball Beat: Maryland on the move 02/24/2021 06:49am • Moving Month is winding down as teams wrap up their regular seasons. For more than a few locals it actually means restarting paused basketball campaigns. American has played only six games this winter while George Washington recently returned from a 35-day hiatus. While Georgetown won four of its fi What Are Altcoins and Should You Invest In Them? 02/23/2021 12:00am • Altcoins are any cryptocurrency that aren't Bitcoin. These coins were created after Bitcoin and often present themselves as better alternatives to the premier cryptocurrency. Altcoins make up nearly 40% of the total cryptocurrency market, according to CoinMarketCap. "With more than 5,000 altcoins o Blue Zone Foods to Add to a Diet 02/19/2021 12:00am • Where and what is a Blue Zone?Icaria, Greece; Loma Linda, California; Okinawa, Japan; Nicoya, Costa Rica and Sardinia, Italy -- wildly disparate areas spread across the globe -- have something in common. They're the five original Blue Zones, designated as such for the remarkable longevity of their r What's the Best Bitcoin Wallet? 02/18/2021 12:00am • Cryptocurrency has never been hotter. Bitcoin (BTC), the best-known cryptocurrency on the market, recently reached all-time highs of more than $52,000 per coin. Meanwhile, even a relatively unknown cryptocurrency like Dogecoin is enjoying the spotlight, as everyone from retail investors to Elon Mus 10 Ways to Keep Your Cryptocurrency Safe 02/09/2021 12:00am • Cryptocurrency account hacking is on the rise.The popularity and surge in prices in Bitcoin and Ethereum means that virtual currencies often become a target for hackers that want to take advantage of these valuable assets. "The economics of hacking suggests that attackers will continue to gravitate Record amount of legal wagering set to take place Sunday, but more will bet illegally on Super Bowl 02/06/2021 11:02am • The Super Bowl this weekend is expected to shatter records in the gaming world, with more than 23 million Americans wagering more than $4 billion on bets related to the NFL championship. A lot of it has to do with the rapid expansion of legalized betting in the United States. Since last year, sev Should You Get a Financial Advisor's Advice Before Investing in Bitcoin? 02/04/2021 12:00am • Given Bitcoin's unpredictable nature, you may wonder whether you should consult a financial advisor before investing in the buzzy cryptocurrency. The short answer: It never hurts to get a second opinion. Anything that jumps from less than $11,000 to more than $40,000 in a few months would make many Bitcoin vs. Ethereum: Which Is a Better Buy? 02/01/2021 12:00am • It's no surprise that investors are interested in cryptocurrencies. Bitcoin was first traded back in 2009. Back then, you could buy one of the new digital tokens for less than 1 cent. Prices steadily rose -- albeit with some volatility over the years -- and in January 2021 hit an all-time high of n Police: Woman claiming to be law enforcement, member of president's cabinet arrested at inauguration checkpoint 01/17/2021 10:17pm • A woman was arrested at a security checkpoint near Union Station in D.C. Saturday morning claiming to be a law enforcement officer, police said. U.S. Capitol police officers stopped the woman, identified as 63-year-old Linda MaGovern, of Connecticut, around 8:45 a.m. at a security checkpoint at F Best days to shop in 2021 01/12/2021 05:00am • Getting the best price on both necessities and splurges boils down to timing. By knowing when seasonal items are likely to go on sale and when major sales take place, you can buy everything you want but pay significantly less. Given the pandemic, 2021 is a difficult year to forecast. However, ret