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15 Gift Ideas to Give New Homeowners 10/06/2020 12:00am • Whether you're attending a housewarming party or sending a gift to a new homeowner from a distance, finding the perfect item to welcome your loved ones into their new space may not be easy. A bottle of wine can feel cliche, or even out of line if they don't drink alcohol. So how do you give a celebr Taste & Shop Georgetown offers outdoor dining, carryout specials and retail deals 10/05/2020 12:20am • How can you support local businesses while snagging a meal deal? Taste & Shop Georgetown kicks off Monday and runs through Oct. 25. "This would have been our 26th annual Taste of Georgetown," Georgetown BID Events Director Debbie Young told WTOP. "Usually the last weekend in Septembe Apple vs. Amazon: Which Stock Is the Better Buy? 10/05/2020 12:00am • 2020 has been an incredible year for " FAANG stocks." These are the Big Tech companies behind the products and services that most investors use every day: Facebook (ticker: FB), Apple ( AAPL), Amazon.com ( AMZN), Netflix ( NFLX) and Alphabet ( GOOG, GOOGL). Two of these companies in particular have 5 Reasons City Living Will Continue 10/02/2020 12:00am • Over the past six months, the question about why one would want to stay in a major city like New York despite all of the complications and dangers of the coronavirus pandemic has come from homebuyers and sellers, the press and even the friends and family of those city dwellers who have stayed put. A How Admissions Algorithms Could Affect Your College Acceptance 09/30/2020 12:00am • Data is everywhere in a connected society. Data may determine what programs a streaming service queues up, the tailored ads that appear on websites, or personalized health and fitness plans. Data may also play a factor in whether an applicant is accepted into his or her top college choice. In short Target won't be left out of this year's Prime Day 09/29/2020 07:54am • Target isn't letting Amazon hog the sales spotlight during Prime Day. The big-box store is once again bringing back its own version of the event. On October 13 and 14, Target is holding Deal Days (the same days as Amazon's Prime Day event). The retailer promises that this year's sales extravaganz Restaurant workers receive online training on handling angry customers 09/27/2020 09:34pm • Restaurant workers are now training on how to avoid a fight or confrontations with customers during the coronavirus pandemic. The National Restaurant Association released a series of free online videos to restaurant and hospitality workers on how to de-escalate conflicts with customers. Servic No Taste of Georgetown this fall, but there’s a replacement 09/25/2020 11:42am • The streatery at Thunder Burger. (Georgetown BID/Sam Kittner) Taste of Georgetown, a one-day event that draws crowds to Georgetown for big restaurant deals, will not be held this fall, for the first time in 27 years. But it’s being replaced by a more pandemic-conscious event called Taste and S Avoid These Mistakes When Signing Up for Medicare 09/25/2020 12:00am • Your health care costs may drop significantly when you turn 65 and can finally enroll in Medicare. But the sign-up rules can be tricky, and it's easy to make mistakes that could leave you with coverage gaps, lifetime penalties or extra costs. Here's how to avoid six common mistakes when signing up 7 Consumer Staples Stocks to Buy Amid the Pandemic 09/25/2020 12:00am • A defensive strategy with consumer durablesWith continued market volatility, investors may be seeking more certainty in their portfolios. While consumer staples stocks tend to be added with defensive investing strategies in mind, this sector has been performing well during the pandemic. "We believe The 15 Best Face Masks for Travel 09/24/2020 12:00am • As travel restrictions lift and the ache to see loved ones nears unbearable, more travelers are cautiously booking trips. However, the coronavirus pandemic is still in full swing, meaning it's more important than ever to protect yourself and others while traveling. One way to minimize your risk of Best Coupon Websites, Browser Extensions and Apps 09/23/2020 12:00am • Coupons have come a long way over the decades, and with so many digital options available at your fingertips these days, it's easier than ever to score a deal and save money every time you shop both in-store and online. This may explain why Americans are still crazy for coupons. According to a 2017 Should You Use Installment Plans Like Afterpay? 09/23/2020 12:00am • Installment plans, with names like Afterpay, Klarna and Affirm, have become popular in recent years -- and will probably gain more favor as the pandemic economy rages on. So is there good reason for the popularity? And is this a payment method you should try? Only you can decide that, but here are U.N. Program Connects Schools in Lebanon With Refugee Students 09/22/2020 12:00am • BEIRUT -- Around the world, COVID-19 has forced school shutdowns and left parents, teachers and students alike struggling with the sudden switch to online learning. But the transition has been particularly hard for communities with limited access to the internet and mobile devices. In Lebanon, for Commuter Connections wants you to commit to a car free Tuesday 09/21/2020 10:52pm • This article was written by WTOP’s news partner InsideNoVa.com and republished with permission. Sign up for InsideNoVa.com’s free email subscription today. Commuter Connections, a regional network of transportation organizations, is hosting its annual "Car Free Day" Tuesday, and is urging the