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Data Doctors: What to know about Amazon Sidewalk 12/11/2020 03:00pm • A logo at the entrance of Amazon, in Douai, northern France on April 16, 2020. (AP Photo/Michel Spingler, File) Q: I’m trying to figure out how to make sure Amazon Sidewalk isn’t on in my Ring doorbell. Can you help? In September 2019, Amazon announced its initiative to securely extend th Do Protein Powders Actually Work? 12/11/2020 12:00am • Protein found in the foods you eat can help your body in many ways. Protein helps to maintain your bones and muscles, repair tissue and aid in digestion. Protein has several benefits related to fitness and weight management. Protein can: -- Help you build muscle mass.-- Fill you up, so you eat less. Why officials say proposed coronavirus restrictions are necessary in Montgomery County 12/10/2020 08:32pm • Montgomery County, Maryland, Executive Marc Elrich has issued a statement explaining his latest order ending indoor dining and restricting retailers from having any more than one person per 200 square feet in their businesses. Elrich said in the statement released Thursday night, "Even as we incr Vaccine priorities: How DC, Md., Va. will handle distribution 12/10/2020 03:09pm • The deadline for U.S. states to draft plans for who will get the first doses of the Pfizer vaccine once it becomes available is Friday, and with coronavirus cases surging, officials around the region have revealed their plans. D.C., Maryland and Virginia will receive shipments of their first doses DC reveals COVID-19 vaccine rollout plan 12/10/2020 02:08pm • The District unveiled its coronavirus vaccine plan Wednesday, outlining who will get the shot first and where distribution sites are. For the initial wave of vaccines, D.C. will receive 6,825 doses, according to D.C. Health Director Dr. LaQuandra Nesbitt. The shipments — seven boxes that car What women need to know about uterine cancer 12/10/2020 07:38am • This content is sponsored by MedStar Washington Hospital Center. Uterine cancer is a common type of cancer that is typically diagnosed in women aged 45–74, according to the National Cancer Institute. With uterine cancer, there are some steps women can take to reduce their risk and seek prompt Washington Chorus presents virtual 'Candlelight Christmas' concert 12/10/2020 12:34am • December traditionally brings a flurry of holiday concerts around the D.C. area. This year, The Washington Chorus presents a virtual "Candlelight Christmas" concert streaming on Dec. 18 at 7:30 p.m., Dec. 19 at 7:30 p.m. and Dec. 20 at 3 p.m. "'Candlelight Christmas' has been happening a DC med school professor says benefits of coronavirus vaccines outweigh risks 12/09/2020 09:46pm • With the risk of taking the coronavirus vaccines so low and the risk of the virus being high, a D.C. medical school professor said the benefits of taking the vaccines outweigh the risk. The vaccines developed to protect against the coronavirus have efficacy rates that range from 90% to 94%, and t Cellulite: What to Know 12/09/2020 12:00am • Cellulite refers to an altered skin topography that looks like lumpy, dimpled flesh on the thighs, hips, buttocks and abdomen. It's extremely common and affects more than 90% of women, and it can negatively affect quality of life. Cellulite looks like dimpled or bumpy skin. It's sometimes described Q&A: Macquarie Investment Management on Small-Cap and Midcap Investing 12/09/2020 12:00am • Last month was a good one for the markets: The S&P 500 eked out an 11% gain, and the Dow Jones Industrial Average finished the month with its highest monthly gain in 33 years. With the markets riding high, there are few areas of the market that are more suited to capitalize on investor optimism Beware of scams as COVID-19 vaccines arrive in DC area 12/08/2020 08:08pm • Scammers trying to make a buck may try to prey on people who are excited about the rollout of COVID-19 vaccines, but Virginia's top prosecutor wants you to be cautious and skeptical. "I want to urge everyone to be wary of any too-good-to-be-true COVID-19 vaccine offers," Virginia Attorney General 10 Colleges Where the Most Alumni Donate 12/08/2020 12:00am • The U.S. News Short List, separate from our overall rankings, is a regular series that magnifies individual data points in hopes of providing students and parents a way to find which undergraduate or graduate programs excel or have room to grow in specific areas. Be sure to explore The Short List: Surviving 2020: Md. couple fought to keep restaurant afloat. Then came a cancer diagnosis 12/07/2020 03:45am • Saeed Ashrafzadeh and his fiancé Elise Letavish are the co-owners of Ashling Kitchen and Bar in Crofton, Maryland. (Courtesy Saeed Ashrafzadeh) For restaurant owners everywhere, it has been an incredibly difficult year, requiring creative thinking and maybe even throwing the traditional busines Fairfax app developer helps connect hospital patients who share health challenges 12/06/2020 08:49pm • More than 1,500 children will be hospitalized at Children's National Hospital this holiday season, and a local app developer hopes to curb the loneliness patients experience by connecting them with others suffering from similar illnesses. Elizabeth Tikoyan, a Fairfax, Virginia, resident, and foun In spite of challenges, Va. food truck owner finds success during pandemic 12/06/2020 08:15pm • The Two Cool Dudes food truck has been staying busy during the pandemic. (Courtesy Max Bawarski) While many small businesses are struggling during the pandemic, one D.C.-area food truck owner has found success hitting the road. Max Bawarski started the Two Smooth Dudes Food Truck as a side gi