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Data Doctors: Shooting pictures in RAW format 08/20/2021 04:16pm • Q: What exactly is the RAW option in my camera good for? I don’t really see any difference when I’m shooting in it. A: Unless you’re still using a really old digital camera, virtually everything that can capture images these days — including smartphones — has an option to do so in the R Fairfax County government, public schools to require COVID-19 vaccinations or regular tests for staff 08/20/2021 01:26pm • The Fairfax County, Virginia, government and the public school system will each require workers to get vaccinated against COVID-19 or submit to routine testing. Fairfax County Public Schools said in a news release Friday that they will require the vaccinations or tests by late October. 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While the pandemic isn't over yet, countries are beginning to reopen borders and travel is once again becoming a po Is a Music Degree Worth It and Does It Prepare You for a Music Career? 08/19/2021 12:00am • Singing or playing an instrument is a joyful experience for some people. Making music can be exhilarating, according to professional musicians, who note that the thrill of producing one beautiful melody after another never gets old. But the training required for a music career is rigorous, musician MedStar Washington Hospital Center ranks among nation’s best for heart care 08/18/2021 03:08pm • This content is sponsored by MedStar Washington Hospital Center. MedStar Washington Hospital Center is one of the top cardiac centers in the country, according to U.S. News & World Report’s “Best Hospitals” rankings for 2021-2022. MedStar Washington’s Cardiology and Heart Surgery p DCPS not considering virtual learning option for new school year 08/18/2021 02:27pm • D.C. government, school and health officials on Wednesday laid out some of the protocols and rules that the District’s schools will operate under during the school year that begins Aug. 30, and a virtual learning option is “not something we’re considering,” Chancellor Dr. Lewis Ferebee said. Prince George’s Co. Democrats tap Del. Watson for vacant Senate seat 08/18/2021 06:41am • This content was republished with permission from WTOP’s news partners at Maryland Matters. Sign up for Maryland Matters’ free email subscription today. The Prince George’s County Democratic Central Committee on Tuesday unanimously chose Del. Ronald L. Watson (D) to fill the District 23 S What Increases Dementia Risk? 08/18/2021 12:00am • The possibility of future dementia isn't just a matter of fate. Modifiable dementia risk factors are those that can be reduced -- and for which you can make positive changes to stave off mental decline in your own life. It's not too surprising that boxing careers or decades of heavy drinking raise Loudoun Co. health director on COVID-19 vaccinations, possible booster shots 08/17/2021 01:55pm • The health director in Loudoun County, Virginia, told WTOP that the expected recommendation that people get a COVID-19 vaccine booster will probably make the vaccines look a lot like flu shots – a regular thing. “There is some evidence that over time, that initial protection that we all got f 13 Common Causes of Hearing Loss 08/17/2021 12:00am • Loud and then not clearHearing loss is a common problem, particularly among older adults. But loud noise isn't the only culprit for why your hearing may be fading. These 13 causes of hearing loss may be contributing to the problem, and unfortunately not all of them can be mitigated.1. 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A: QR (Quick Response) codes are actually two-dimensional barcodes that were initially developed for the automotive industry in 1994 to expand the capabilities of standard barcodes. Although they were designed to provide a lot more detail when sc