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'The Searchable Museum': African American history museum unveils digital rendition of exhibits 11/18/2021 02:43pm • The Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture (NMAAHC) launched a new initiative Wednesday to allow people to experience exhibits from anywhere they want ��� as long as it has an internet connection. Dubbed "the Searchable Museum," the NMAAHC said it is part of an initia Eastern Shore mayor charged with 50 counts of distributing revenge porn 11/15/2021 07:50pm • The mayor of Cambridge, Maryland, in Dorchester County has been charged with 50 counts of distributing revenge porn, the state prosecutor's office said Monday. Andrew Bradshaw is accused of creating multiple Reddit accounts and usernames consisting of variations of the name and birth date of the 'King Richard' director, star say this is finally Will Smith's Oscar year 11/15/2021 04:00am • Listen to our full conversation on my podcast "Beyond the Fame." In 2001, Will Smith came the closest of his career to winning an Oscar as Muhammad Ali in "Ali," only to be TKO'd by Denzel Washington's terrifying turn in "Training Day." Now, a different sports flick might finally do the tr 'Futures' opens at the Smithsonian this week 11/14/2021 12:04pm • (Courtesy Smithsonian) The Smithsonian is celebrating its 175th anniversary celebration with a new exhibit that doesn't look at the past, but instead what we can expect to see in the future. The groundbreaking exhibit, called "Futures," will be spread across nearly 32,000 square feet and comb Data Doctors: Does Windows 11 need anti-virus software? 11/12/2021 04:51pm • Q: With all of the new security features in Windows 11, should I still install some form of anti-virus software, and if so, which one? A: Microsoft has definitely stepped up the security features in Windows 11 in response to some of the more prevalent threats that most users will encounter in today Virtual conference to offer expert advice to Marylanders caring for loved ones with Alzheimer's disease 11/12/2021 03:00pm • Caring for someone with Alzheimer's disease can be overwhelming ��� but a virtual conference for Maryland residents next week offers expert advice to help folks cope. "Nobody can do this alone," said Chris Schneider of the Alzheimer's Foundation of America. "You need a team to help you; you need She Also Served: A woman veteran spotlight with Jennifer Marshall 11/12/2021 11:30am • This content is sponsored by American Military University. Jennifer Marshall is a proud veteran who served in the Navy, but she is more widely known through the roles she plays in the world of entertainment on television and in films. "It's been a wild and crazy adventure since getting out of Should your child get the COVID-19 vaccination? 11/10/2021 02:45pm • This content is written by Dr. Robert Sadowski, pediatric specialist and medical director, CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield. If a parent comes into my office asking questions about whether or not they should get the COVID-19 vaccine for their 12-18-year-old or 5-11-year-old, it's an excellent sign How the infrastructure bill could impact the DC region 11/07/2021 08:40am • Congress has finally passed President Biden's $1.2 trillion infrastructure bill. Here's how it could impact the D.C. region: D.C. The District could be getting nearly $3 billion in federal funding for infrastructure investments over the next five years, including a 50% boost in funding for this fi Maryland lawmakers, bay advocates react to late-night passage of $1.2 trillion US infrastructure bill 11/06/2021 10:52am • This content was republished with permission from WTOP���s news partners at��Maryland Matters. Sign up for��Maryland Matters��� free email subscription��today. The U.S. House cleared a $1.2 trillion physical infrastructure bill and took a major step toward passage of a landmark $1.85 trillion soc Data Doctors: Buying vs. renting Internet modems 11/05/2021 06:18am • Q: I���m getting a new high-speed Internet service. Should I rent or buy the cable modem and router? A: There are pros and cons to both sides of the ���buy vs. rent��� question, and there is no single answer for everyone. The variables to consider include which type of broadband service you��� Family seeks independent investigation into Loudoun Co. drowning near Potomac River 11/04/2021 09:53am • The mother of 16-year-old Fitz Thomas ��� whose��June 4, 2020, drowning in a creek near the Potomac River prompted scrutiny of why it took so long for first responders from both Virginia and Maryland to locate the teen ��� is calling for an independent investigation. Members of the Loudoun County Alexandria 911 system to provide location, health conditions for mobile users 11/02/2021 10:47am • The City of Alexandria, Virginia, is set to flip the switch on 911 technology that aims to help pinpoint the location of cellphone users, and quickly provide health information to assist first responders before they arrive on an emergency scene. On Wednesday, the Alexandria Emergency Communicatio Smithsonian's Arts and Industries Building reopens for the 'Future' exhibit 11/01/2021 12:56pm • For the first time in nearly two decades, the Smithsonian���s Arts and Industries Building is reopening to the public later this month -- and it will give visitors a glimpse into the future. It���s part of the Smithsonian���s 175th anniversary celebration. The building -- located on the National Ma An eraser button? Focused ideas could help bridle Big Tech 10/31/2021 08:06am • WASHINGTON (AP) ��� Break up Big Tech? How about shrinking the tech companies��� shield against liability in cases where the content they push to users causes harm? Or creating a new regulator to strictly oversee the industry? Those ideas have captured official attention in the U.S., Europe, U.K.