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10 Banking Trends for 2016 01/06/2016 07:00pm • The ball has dropped in Times Square, and 2015 is officially in the books. Now it's time to look forward and consider what the future might hold.U.S. News spoke to four financial and banking experts to find out what's on the horizon for the banking sector in 2016. Here are 10 trends they told us to Beloved Alexandria toy store closing after 53 years 01/06/2016 05:03pm • WASHINGTON — The Why Not? boutique shop in Alexandria, Virginia, is closing at the end of the month after 53 years of business. Generations of visitors describe the Old Town toy store at King and South Lee streets as a place of joy, whimsy and wonder. "If you needed something for a child of 5 Frugal Tips for Sticking to Your New Year's Resolutions 01/05/2016 07:00pm • Ever visited the grocery store the first week of January? Good luck getting your hands on any kind of decent tasting vegetable (yes, there is such a thing). The salad section looks like a sad desolate place of abandoned leafy greens that lay scattered across the shelves. Yes, ladies and gentleman, t What Consumers Should Know About Dynamic Pricing 01/04/2016 07:00pm • You've probably noticed it, even if you weren't aware of its name. You see a shirt at a store. It's a little pricey, so you decide not to buy it yet. The next day you return, and the shirt's price has risen $20. Or maybe it's cheaper. That's the thing about dynamic pricing. It describes a price that Sickle Cell Disease and Cold Weather: Dos and Don'ts 01/04/2016 07:00pm • In the United States today, one of every 400 African-American children and one in every 1,250 Hispanic children are born with sickle cell disease, a debilitating, painful condition. Patients with sickle cell disease suffer from abnormally shaped, rigid and adhesive red blood cells. These abnormal c Buy these items to save more money 01/04/2016 07:00pm • Did you know that spending on certain items can actually end up saving you money? That's because they make it easier for us to reduce recurring expenses, such as plastic water bottles or paper towels. Take a look at this list and consider cutting back -- many items can help reduce waste, too.Here ar 4 easy resolutions for a frugal new year 01/04/2016 04:00pm • If one of your New Year's resolutions is to be better with your money, you're not alone. Improved money habits are one of the most common goals for those looking to make changes in the upcoming year. Have you thought beyond your aspirations to be more frugal? It can be daunting to take on a major li Burglars use websites, social media apps to pawn your stolen stuff 01/02/2016 10:02pm • WASHINGTON — Craig's List and E-Bay are a couple of places you could look online for your stolen stuff if you become a burglary victim. Thieves have often unloaded stolen goods at pawn shops but, these days, many crooks are selling the loot online. "Thieves are getting away from the traditional 7 financial New Year's resolutions millennials should avoid 12/30/2015 07:00pm • The start of the new year is the perfect time to make a resolution to improve your finances, no matter your age. If you're a 20- or 30-something millennial, your financial well-being should be one of your highest priorities. Whether you're graduating from college or are in the early stages of your c 6 secrets for saving on travel in 2016 12/30/2015 09:30am • Maybe you've already mastered a few travel hacks, such as tracking airfare deals with fare alerts or sniffing out last-minute sales on social media. Or perhaps you've upped your packing game to dodge hefty baggage fees at the airport. Maybe you've perfected the art of price shopping for flights and 7 cheap ways to get healthier without joining the gym 12/30/2015 09:30am • Joining a gym is often a popular New Year's resolution. However, not everyone has the time or money to invest in a gym membership. Fortunately, there are countless ways to take care of your health and fitness without stepping foot in a gym, which means you can commit to those fitness resolutions on A First-Timer's Guide to Planning a Safari in Kenya 12/29/2015 07:00pm • You've been dreaming about going on safari in Kenya ever since the credits rolled in "Out of Africa," and now you're ready to embark on the trip of your dreams. To make sure you get the most out of the country's spectacular wildlife and jaw-dropping landscapes, here is the information you'll need, Are the Fees Too High on Your Investments? 12/29/2015 07:00pm • When you invest your money, your hope is that you will grow your nest egg into something bigger, whether you're saving for retirement, your children's college fund or other goals.A number of factors determine whether you gain or lose money on investments. One that many people often overlook is fees. 8 financial resolutions for investors for the New Year 12/29/2015 07:00pm • Losing weight, exercising, having fewer cranky days ... most New Year's resolution lists include those or hard-to-achieve objectives. So why not add some goals you really can accomplish? In fact, many financial resolutions are pretty easy to live with. Some, like looking for cheaper cell, cable o Christmas Day theft leads to arrests, $20K worth of property recovered 12/29/2015 04:44pm • WASHINGTON -- Montgomery County Police have charged two men with theft, after they allegedly broke into a vehicle in Germantown and stole more than $20,000 worth of camera equipment. At 12 p.m. on Christmas Day, a victim told police that expensive items were stolen from a vehicle parked along Dia