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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 4 Ski Towns to Visit During the Shoulder Season 09/11/2016 08:00pm • America's top ski towns may be best known for their slopes and winter fun, but in the off-season you can still enjoy enticing attractions, along with discounted lodging. Plus, in autumn, you can enjoy thinner crowds and catch brilliant foliage, exciting seasonal events and cooler hiking trails. So, Splurge or Save? Which Cruise Add-Ons are Worth the Price? 09/08/2016 08:00pm • A common misconception of cruising is that every line functions under the same all-inclusive model. But the reality is, aside from few lines, the only included amenity to your standard fare is your onboard meals. Typically, beverages (including soda), Wi-Fi access, specialty restaurant reservations 10 Places to See Golden Aspens This Fall 09/08/2016 08:00pm • Capture spectacular colors in enchanting locales.Have you ever stood amid a grove of aspens? With white bark and delicate leaves fluttering in the breeze, golden aspen trees are a sight to behold, from the majestic Rockies to the vast wilderness of Alberta, Canada. In the cooler months of September Progressives Push for Change but Revolution Is Slow to Come 09/08/2016 08:00pm • In 2004, Howard Dean, insurgent presidential candidate, vowed to change Democratic politics one state at a time by retooling his campaign into a national organization, with mixed results. President Barack Obama tried to do the same, but Organizing for America struggled to break through. Now, it's Se 9 Affordable Shoulder Season Destinations Worth Planning a Trip Around 09/08/2016 08:00pm • Labor Day may have come and gone, but if you're dreaming of skipping town for a relaxing getaway, don't give up yet. With pleasant temperatures and lower rates, autumn is an ideal time to snap up stellar deals without battling throngs of tourists. "Less crowds are a big draw for travelers during th What Surviving Three Brain Tumors Taught Me About Health 09/07/2016 08:00pm • First they said I'd never ride again. Then they said I'd never compete again. Then they said I'd never win again. I didn't believe them. I was right. Let me back up. I'm a professional BMX athlete, which means I compete in freestyle BMX bike riding events where we do tricks like backflips, spins an 'Huge security gap' lets dangerous packages enter US through postal system 09/07/2016 05:51am • WASHINGTON — Every day, about a million packages are shipped into the U.S.  through the U.S. Postal Service from China, Russia, India and other countries. Many packages are not checked for dangerous and illegal contents, posing what the co-leader of a new national security project calls a “huge How to Help Rebuild After Louisiana's Floods 09/06/2016 08:00pm • Byron Clayton watched as the flood waters took over Baton Rouge, Louisiana. "First we got the rain and with nowhere to go and the water kept rising even after the rain stopped," says Clayton, president and CEO of Research Park Corp., a nonprofit that assists Louisiana entrepreneurs. "One place is fi 10 Out of the Ordinary Fall Getaway Packages 09/06/2016 08:00pm • Want an alternative to the traditional fall road trip or romantic retreat? Fortunately, if you're yearning for a one-of-a-kind autumn trip, resorts across the globe are offering enticing and affordable packages (think fall foliage and adventure trip promotions). And with cooler temperatures, thinner New app allows Stafford Co. parents to track location of school buses 09/06/2016 10:23am • STAFFORD, Va. (AP) — Stafford County Public Schools has unveiled a new mobile application that will allow parents to track the location of their children's school buses. WJLA-TV (http://bit.ly/2cgOApW ) reports that the My Stop app will let parents see where the bus is located, when it will arr How to actually eat in moderation 09/06/2016 09:00am • How many times have you heard that you should be eating in moderation? It's popular advice for good reason. For one, it's important to eat a wide variety of foods, including fruits, vegetables, lean proteins, dairy, whole grains and healthy fats. And if you eat too much of one food -- even a healthy 3 Things to Look for From Apple Inc. and the iPhone 7 09/05/2016 08:00pm • If you have a big, red circle on your calendar with a friendly reminder about Wednesday and Apple Inc. (AAPL), you're not alone. Every September around this time, Apple throws a soiree to announce a few new products, but always front and center is the latest iteration of its iconic iPhone. This yea