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DC's Salvation Army red kettles running on empty 12/16/2016 11:48pm • WASHINGTON — It’s a time-honored tradition. When you go shopping during the holidays, you are going to hear a bell ringing and see that iconic Salvation Army red kettle. You’ve likely seen them around in numerous places this year. But, what’s not being seen is the level of donations that Wine of the Week: Annual holiday gift-giving guide for wine lovers 12/16/2016 02:24pm • WASHINGTON — Giving wine as a gift to a wine lover can be a tricky proposition since most people have particular tastes or favor a specific type of wine. In addition, wines themselves may be difficult to return or exchange. However, fear not. There is a huge assortment of wine accessories to suit Free shipping day: Which stores are participating? 12/16/2016 04:52am • WASHINGTON — If you haven't started your shopping yet, or you know what you want online but just haven't bought it yet, a number of places are offering free shipping Friday. There is no minimum for what you need to buy, and the stores promise delivery by Christmas Eve. The stores that are p 3 Things Impacting Retail Stocks Into 2017 12/15/2016 07:00pm • It's hard to overstate just how much emphasis retailers place on the holiday shopping season. When accounting for all stores, the month or so after Thanksgiving Day accounts for about one-fifth of sales, on average. But that number can jump dramatically, depending on the retailer. A jewelry store, f Psychologists offer advice on dealing with holiday stress, depression 12/15/2016 08:48am • WASHINGTON — It’s not the most wonderful time of the year for a lot of people. Pretty much everyone can feel stressed by all the extra cooking, celebrating and travel that happen around the holidays, but for some, it’s a time for feeling serious sadness. Two local psychologists share their How to Save Money as a Last-Minute Holiday Shopper 12/14/2016 07:00pm • If you haven't finished your Christmas shopping yet, don't panic. You're not alone. In fact, on Dec. 15 of last year, the National Retail Federation reported that 90 percent of holiday shoppers still had gifts, food, decor or other holiday items to buy for the upcoming holiday. If you have gifts to How to Prevent Package Theft This Holiday Season 12/13/2016 07:00pm • With online shopping at a record high, delivery boxes left on doorsteps, porches and in mailboxes may prove enticing to criminals this holiday season. According to a 2016 Holiday Results Adobe Digital Insights report, Cyber Monday online sales hit $3.45 billion, up more than 12 percent compared to l Dos and Don'ts of Last-Minute Holiday Shopping 12/13/2016 07:00pm • If you've put off holiday shopping for yet another weekend and still can't get through your growing holiday to-do list, make sure that you're not paying a premium for last-minute gifts. Shopping at the last minute may be your only option, but there are still steps you can take to keep costs down and How to navigate around MGM this weekend 12/10/2016 05:28am • WASHINGTON — While MGM National Harbor is asking visitors to consider delaying their visit to the resort and casino, Prince George's County police say they don't expect further backups at the venue this weekend. MGM reached its 35,000 guest capacity Friday afternoon for the second time since it MGM full to brim; asks guests to consider delaying visit 12/09/2016 05:35pm • WASHINGTON — MGM National Harbor might be a victim of its own success. The brand-new resort and casino again reached its 35,000 guest capacity Friday afternoon and stopped welcoming in new guests after being forced to take similar action within an hour of its official grand opening late Thursda Column: 'Tis the season for lots of online shopping 12/09/2016 12:24am • Q: Any online shopping tips for a relative novice? The trend toward shopping online has seen a big jump in the last year with spending in 2016 predicted to be up by 45 percent over 2015. There’s no question that online shopping is much more convenient than going to brick-and-mortar stores, b 4 Retail Leaders Worth a Look This Holiday Season 12/08/2016 07:00pm • 'Tis the season to go shopping. While your focus this time of year may be buying presents for little Timmy, you may also want to consider stocking up on retailers for your investment portfolio. This year, the National Retail Federation is projecting sales in November and December to rise 3.6 percent 5 Savings Challenges to Take On With a Friend 12/08/2016 07:00pm • The holidays are a time for cheer, celebration and big spending. This year, Americans plan to spend an average of $935.58 during the holiday shopping season, according to the National Retail Federation. So, when next year rolls around and you check your bank account, you might face some post-holiday 6 Ways to Avoid Debt This Holiday Season 12/08/2016 07:00pm • This time of year, dubbed the giving season, often brings along a coal in the stocking: debt. Shoppers spend so much effort buying the perfect gifts that it leaves them in a financial bind come the New Year. Maybe it speaks to the large hearts of family, but it's not the type of surprise to have on 10 great gifts for the traveler on your list 12/08/2016 06:40am • If there's a traveler on your list, happily, there are plenty of stylish presents that offer convenience, value and practicality. Whether you're shopping for an experienced jet-setter or a budding globetrotter, use this gift guide to pick an essential item that's sure to spark future trip-planning.