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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 The Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid gets a much-needed makeover 09/05/2016 05:48am • WASHINGTON — The mid-size sedan seems to have baffled GM for years with the previous Malibu from Chevrolet too small compared to the giants in the class from Toyota and Honda. The last Malibu, released a few years ago, was almost immediately refreshed to try and make it more competitive, as it 3 Reasons to Skip Applying to College Early 09/04/2016 08:00pm • Early decision and early action are often presented as great strategies for college applicants. However, for some high school students, early application options can do more harm than good.The following three signs might indicate that you should consider waiting for the general application deadline. Cooking for one: Feeding yourself without breaking the bank 09/02/2016 09:00am • Living alone has its benefits, from never having to wait for the bathroom to choosing all your decor. But it also has its drawbacks. Single folks pay the rent alone. And they can't rely on anybody else to cover the costs of furniture or home repairs. Plus, it's tougher to cook healthy, cost-ef