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20 Jobs That Pay $80K or More 04/13/2022 08:00pm • These careers have great earning potential.In 2021, full-time workers earned a median income equal to $51,896 per year, according to data from the federal Bureau of Labor Statistics. That may not sound bad, but you could do better. In fact, many of the best occupations in the country earn median inc 5 Reasons Why You Still Battle Back Pain 04/12/2022 08:00pm • Back pain is a common complaint among most adults at least a time or two in their lives. Most of us will experience a few fleeting back pain episodes throughout a lifetime. But what about the people who battle chronic back pain -- that is -- pain that is consistent and lasts for three months or long Apps to Support Your Mental Health 04/12/2022 08:00pm • Technology and mental healthAbout 1 in 5 adults in the U.S. -- approximately 20% -- are affected by mental illness in a given year, according to the National Alliance on Mental Illness. Overall, 5% of adults in the country experience severe mental illness. Meanwhile, nearly every U.S. adult -- 97% - Respite Care: Giving Family Caregivers a Break 04/12/2022 08:00pm • Nobody can function in any role 24/7 without a break. Yet, that's what some family caregivers do. Taking time away from the immense responsibility of caring for a loved one seems like a luxury: hard to afford and nearly impossible to manage. Even so, finding a way to take a brief respite is a necess Top Cellphone Options for Seniors 04/11/2022 08:00pm • When it comes to cellphone features and options, the choices can be overwhelming, especially when considering the unique needs of older adults. But when you know your needs and have a budget in mind, you can find the right fit for a happy cellular relationship. "There is a whole suite of phones with Nats Notebook: And away we go 04/11/2022 06:14am • Some things can't be delayed. Rain can push back the start of the season, while lighting issues at the stadium can postpone a game's first pitch, but eventually you've got to face the music. The Washington Nationals began their first non-playoffs-or-bust season since 2011 with three losses in fou 14 Best Ways to Practice Self-Care 04/10/2022 08:00pm • Important, not self-indulgentWork demands, family responsibilities, bills to pay, cramped quarters and pandemic concerns: It's hard to find time, space or motivation to take good care of yourself. Even so, self-care is essential, now more than ever.But which self-care habits are worth your too-fragm What to Do for a Stuffy Nose 04/10/2022 08:00pm • A stuffy nose is usually nothing to worry about; it's mostly just uncomfortable, with varying symptoms. "For some people, it's having a lot of mucus in the nose. For others, it's a feeling that the airways are blocked and there's a diminished sense of smell," says Dr. Ahmad Sedaghat, an otolaryngolo Fairfax NAACP expresses concern over potential school system superintendent picks 04/09/2022 10:17pm • Fairfax County's National Association for the Advancement of Colored People alleges that finalists for outgoing superintendent Scott Brabrand's role may not be able to meet the demands of the public school system. In a statement to community members, the organization said it would share the names DC man steals over $2 million in COVID-19 funding 04/09/2022 10:17pm • D.C. Department of Justice officials say that Elias Eldabbagh, 30, of D.C., has pleaded guilty to wire fraud charges after carrying out a scheme with the potential to gain $31 million of CARES Act funding. He successfully stole $2,385,000. Eldabbagh is said to have stolen the money for a luxury c Questions to ask before paying any medical bill 04/09/2022 09:10am • A single stay in the hospital can result in a bewildering array of bills covering a number of services and providers. Some statements may provide scant details to justify charges while others could include descriptions or codes that make little sense to the average person. "There's a lot of mista Data Doctors: Starlink internet service updates 04/08/2022 05:47pm • Q: What’s the latest on the Starlink satellite internet service? A: Much has changed since I last wrote about this highly anticipated satellite internet service option, but it’s still a work in progress. Since they started making the service publicly available in October 2020, the number o Viewpoint: Food insecurity is a real problem. It needs real fixes. 04/08/2022 02:53pm • The continuation of pandemic electronic benefits transfer (P-EBT) in 2021 provided food security to millions of Americans hit by the pandemic. Although its continuation remains necessary, local leaders might revisit their policies around food security for a more lasting impact. While numbers show a Sean Brazier eyes spring launch for EDai, his site-selection startup 04/08/2022 02:38pm • EDai, the company behind a site-selection platform for economic development projects, is inching closer to launch after going through another Richmond-area accelerator. The Richmond company is working with Short Pump software company Covintus, who put on the Covintus Tech Tank pitch competition 7 Best Stocks to Buy Now With $1,000 04/07/2022 08:00pm • Small investors can still find big opportunities in the stock market.If you're a small investor, sometimes it can feel like the best opportunities on Wall Street are out of reach. This is partially because there are clear economies of scale available to bigger investors, including access to more exc