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Here's What You Need to Know About IUD Insertion 02/13/2022 07:00pm • If you're considering the use of an IUD for birth control, you're probably wondering what it feels like to have one inserted. An IUD, short for intrauterine device, is a T-shaped device with strings at the end that's more than 99% effective against pregnancy. That compares to 91% effectiveness for b Review: Liam Neeson action flick 'Blacklight' should have remained on deep background 02/11/2022 02:41am • Liam Neeson is capable of greatness, most notably his iconic performance as the title hero in "Schindler's List" (1993), as well as mainstream appeal in holiday romantic comedies like "Love Actually" (2003) and nail-biting action revenge flicks like "Taken" (2008). Lately, he's pushed all his Caregiver Support Service Programs: Are They Worth It? 02/10/2022 07:00pm • There are 50 million family caregivers in the U.S. That number is probably low considering that many people became caregivers for the first time during the COVID-19 pandemic. Of course, with a corresponding increase in the number of caregivers arises a corresponding increase in the media covering th In longshot move, Del. Cox seeks to impeach Gov. Hogan 02/10/2022 01:18pm • This content was republished with permission from WTOP’s news partners at Maryland Matters. Sign up for Maryland Matters’ free email subscription today. Del. Daniel L. Cox (R-Frederick), the GOP candidate for governor who is running with the support of former President Trump, is seeking to im A Maryland man's Super Bowl memories include playing cymbals on a symbolic stage 02/10/2022 04:17am • This report is part of WTOP's coverage of Black History Month. Read more stories on WTOP.com. Have you ever dreamed of being at the Super Bowl? Even better, how about playing on that Sunday? What seems like a ridiculous dream was a reality for 74-year old Freddie Colston of Forest Hills, Maryland Mindfulness Activities for Kids 02/07/2022 07:00pm • By now, most of us have heard of "mindfulness," the practice of focusing attention on the present moment without any judgment. Many adults practice it through meditation, yoga, walking or simply sitting still. But mindfulness is not just for adults. According to mental health experts, it can also be Mental Health Benefits of Yoga for Men 02/06/2022 07:00pm • As an inflexible, out-of-shape, injured guy, I went to yoga for the physical benefits. Within a few months, it transformed my body and I became lighter, flexible, pain-free and stronger. However, what was more surprising, was the unexpected, complete overhaul of my mental well-being and how I approa Md. appeals court: Judge erred in tossing negligence lawsuit involving woman who slipped in grocery store 02/04/2022 01:40pm • Anyone who has ever gone shopping knows it's easy to be distracted — and that sometimes leads to bumping into something, or someone — or worse. Maryland's Court of Special Appeals has weighed in on one such shopping accident. In September 2016, Jacqueline Cador of Hyattsville, Maryland, h Maryland School for the Deaf football hopes to tackle the Oscars in 'Audible' on Netflix 02/04/2022 07:41am • https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qXrLX0zDE2E You can call audibles at the line of scrimmage, but the snap count isn't always audible. That's the theme tackled in the new Oscar-shortlisted documentary "Audible" now on Netflix, chronicling football at the Maryland School for the Deaf in Fred Residents want stiffer penalties for speeding on Md. 210, area's deadliest road 02/01/2022 02:11pm • Maryland Route 210 has a well-earned reputation for being the deadliest road in the D.C. area. (WTOP/John Domen) Maryland Route 210 has a well-earned reputation for being the deadliest road in the D.C. area. The 13-mile stretch of highway -- mostly straight, occasionally congested and perenniall Wandering is life or death for people with Alzheimer’s, dementia who go missing 01/27/2022 07:00pm • Impending snowstorms, such as the one headed for the East Coast, create extra anxiety for families living with someone prone to wandering. Wandering is a matter of life or death when someone with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia goes missing. Virginia State Police issued 43 senior alerts last ye Peak of NFL postseason proves how far Washington still has to climb 01/24/2022 09:57am • Peak of postseason proves how far Washington has to climb originally appeared on NBC Sports WashingtonThe Bengals, Titans, 49ers, Packers, Rams, Buccaneers, Bills and Chiefs all technically played the same sport this past weekend that the Washington Football Team does, in the same sense that Steve J Report: Virginia lagging behind on road safety; DC has one of best state highway safety laws 01/18/2022 08:48pm • A safety report card that grades states on the number of deadly crashes and their traffic laws shows that Virginia is lagging behind other states. Watchdog group Advocates for Highway and Auto Safety tracked a nearly 20% increase in the number of deadly accidents nationwide in the first six month COVID postpones jury trials in Maryland until at least March 01/15/2022 08:50am • The Maryland Judiciary has postponed jury trials until at least March 6 due to a surge of COVID-19 cases. A news release from the judiciary says clerks’ offices in both the District Court of Maryland and circuit courts throughout the state will remain open to the public and the Court of Appeals Feds: Marilyn Mosby claimed COVID financial hardship while earning full $247,955.58 salary 01/14/2022 02:19am • This content was republished with permission from WTOP’s news partners at Maryland Matters. Sign up for Maryland Matters’ free email subscription today. Baltimore City State’s Attorney Marilyn J. Mosby (D) was indicted by a federal grand jury on four charges Thursday, including perjury for