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10 Universities That Offer International Students the Most Aid 09/19/2016 08:00pm • 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: C The 10 Best All-Inclusive Resorts in Mexico 09/19/2016 08:00pm • The best vacations are hassle-free. The benefit of vacationing at an all-inclusive resort is simple: everything is included. There's no need to budget extra money for meals and activities at the resort, you can simply relax and enjoy. And doing so surrounded by the beauty of Mexican beaches is an id The 10 Best All-Inclusive Resorts in the Caribbean 09/19/2016 08:00pm • These hotels offer top-notch all-inclusive experiences.Booking a vacation where meals, drinks, activities and accommodations are all covered by one rate is enticing. Having so many elements of a trip rolled into one price can eliminate a lot of the stress associated with planning -- and it's a major A Spring College Admissions Offer May Be Worth Accepting 09/19/2016 08:00pm • Four years ago, when Madisen Keavy of Visalia, California, heard from her dream college -- the University of Southern California -- she was "devastated." She'd been admitted, but wouldn't have a spot until spring. After careful thought, Keavy passed up her other offers and said "yes" to USC, swayed For a sustainable diet, look to the Mediterranean 09/19/2016 09:00am • Last month, scientists from around the Mediterranean Sea came together for a conference in Milan, Italy, titled, "Revitalizing the Mediterranean Diet." It may seem strange that a conference in Italy -- a place known for extra virgin olive oil, pasta and long leisurely meals -- would focus on bringin The Latest: Suspicious device checked at NJ train station 09/19/2016 12:39am • NEW YORK (AP) — The Latest on an explosion hitting a crowded Manhattan neighborhood (all times local): 12:30 a.m. Investigators are examining a suspicious device found in a trash can near a New Jersey train station, and service on the busy Northeast Corridor line has been suspended. Eliza 10 perfect places to plan a fall trip right now 09/15/2016 08:55am • Let's say you had the best intentions of getting away this summer, but you weren't able to squeeze in a trip before Labor Day. Well, fret not: Fall is a fantastic time to travel. In many places, the climate is ideal, the bargains are plentiful and the crowds have disappeared. Plus, autumn offers a s The Hunt: A mailbox-sized gap in national security 09/14/2016 08:25pm • There is a gap in U.S. efforts to secure the country from foreign threats: The mailbox. In this week's edition of The Hunt with WTOP national security correspondent J.J. Green, Tom Ridge, former Homeland Security Secretary, now head of Americans for Securing All Packages, explained the problem and h Why Value Stocks Are a Good Buy for Investors 09/14/2016 08:00pm • In the past few years, growth stocks have outperformed value stocks, but value stocks' fortunes are starting to turn. U.S. large-capitalization value stocks are up 8.5 percent this year versus U.S. large-cap growth, which is up 3.4 percent this year. Similar trends are seen in mid-cap and small-cap 8 fall foliage adventures 09/14/2016 07:00am • It's that time of year again when the leaf peepers come out in search of beautiful fall foliage all across the country. Whether from a train car, by zip line or from a race course, there are a number of ways to enjoy the season's changing colors. Here are eight outside-the-box ways to experience fal 11 Off-the-Beaten-Path All-Inclusive Resorts to Visit This Year 09/13/2016 08:00pm • Slip away to these under-the-radar spots.Dreaming of an all-inclusive getaway? Destinations like Mexico, Jamaica and the Dominican Republic probably come to mind. But if you dig a little deeper, you'll discover more all-inclusive options than you might have imagined in off-the-grid destinations. If Meals on the go: Foods that don’t require refrigeration 09/13/2016 08:37am • WASHINGTON — Don't let the lack of a refrigerator stop you from taking food when and where you need it, because shelf-stable food now offers a variety of options. Sally Squires, who writes the Lean Plate Club™ blog, said that while the concept is not new, the available food choices continue U.S. News Data: College Costs, Financial Aid 09/12/2016 08:00pm • While paying for college is a top concern for many -- especially as tuition increases at most schools every year -- families can turn to U.S News for data on tuition and fees and financial aid. In-state students attending a public school pay an average of 57 percent less in tuition and fees for the 5 College Resources to Slash Textbook Costs 09/12/2016 08:00pm • At many colleges and universities, there are resources available through the school to help students cover the cost of pricey textbooks. Milwaukee student Mitchell Arman, 21, a rising senior at Marquette University, says he cut his textbook costs in half by taking advantage of different services an What to Do When You Fumble an Interview Question 09/12/2016 08:00pm • We all want to ace that next job interview, but the reality is, everyone fumbles a few answers from time to time. The main thing to remember is that whether you're a candidate up for your dream job or a pro football player in the final seconds of a playoff game, the clock stops for no one -- you're