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5 Tools Job Seekers Must Master 08/22/2016 08:00pm • Sitting around a summertime campfire, a friend was finally able to joke about how he was using a shovel to break up the ice that had built up on his car windshield in a winter snowstorm, only to have it slip and shatter the windshield instead. Of course we all know the adage that "stuff happens," b 2017 Audi Q7 redesigned with a large dose of high-tech features 08/22/2016 07:10am • WASHINGTON — The midsize luxury crossover market is crowded, and the Audi Q7 was getting a little dated in a cutthroat class. The sales were still solid for this big Audi, but the time was now to catch up and offer a more substantial overhaul of the nearly 10-year-old Q7. To me, the first Audi Chasing Hamilton from New York City to Nevis 08/18/2016 08:00pm • One of the hottest Broadway shows to ever hit the New York City stage, "Hamilton," a hip-hop musical by composer-lyricist Lin-Manual Miranda, has been captivating audiences since its debut in 2015. Opening with a startling commentary on Hamilton's illegitimacy at birth, this brilliant musical sets 9 Top Experiences to Consider for Your Next Caribbean Vacation 08/18/2016 08:00pm • Discover striking landscapes, natural splendors and captivating cultures on a trip to remember.Decorated with lush rainforests, rugged volcano peaks and miles of unspoiled beaches, the Caribbean offers plenty of natural allures. More than just idyllic natural beauty, the Caribbean's extraordinary is The Nationals' left-handed problem 08/18/2016 01:29am • WASHINGTON — When you’re having as good a season as the Nationals are, it can seem like pointing out any little deficiency is an act of being overly critical. Yes, the Nats are in great shape, owning an 8.5-game division lead, second only to the runaway Chicago Cubs of any margin over a second-p 7 reasons retirement income formulas may not work for you 08/17/2016 08:00pm • How much money do you need to retire? This is probably one of the most significant questions facing workers approaching retirement age, and it's not simple to answer. Some experts will tell you that you will need 80 percent, 85 percent or even 100 percent of your pre-retirement income to live comfor Why Leveraged ETFs Are Horrible Investments 08/17/2016 08:00pm • Exchange-traded funds have surged in popularity in recent years. As they've gained traction, they've also become more diverse, and one of the more high-profile ETF types to emerge has been the leveraged ETF. Leveraged ETFs, which allow investors to magnify the returns of an index by two to three ti Should You Use Retirement Savings to Fund Your Child's College Education? 08/16/2016 08:00pm • When faced with looming college expenses, many parents quickly find out that they haven't saved adequately. If you're in this situation, it may be tempting to tap into your retirement savings to pay for your child's college education, but this is seldom the best option. As a parent, you are probably Where are the best hotel rewards programs? 08/16/2016 12:40pm • U.S. News reveals the Best Hotel Rewards Programs of 2016-17. What makes a hotel rewards program right for you? Some offer greater geographic coverage than their competitors, while others make it easy to earn free stays and attain elite status perks quickly. To help you determine which hotel rewa Don't Let Boomerang Kids Sabotage Your Retirement 08/15/2016 08:00pm • Just when you were beginning to spread your wings and enjoy your empty nest, your recent college grads are back home. Maybe they are still looking for that all-important first job. Or, perhaps that first paycheck isn't quite as big as they hoped and they are camping in your basement hoping to bank 6 Smart Strategies for Cutting the Cost of Paper Products 08/15/2016 08:00pm • When you use paper products around the house, you often thoughtlessly toss them when you're finished with the task at hand, only to find yourself performing the same task again with more paper. Each time you use paper, however, there's a cost -- not just to the environment, but also to your wallet. Leverage Summer Internships for Law School Applications 08/14/2016 08:00pm • For prospective law school students, having summer internships can be an application boost, but only if they know how to describe them to an admissions committee. Experts say that simply listing internships in an application is not enough. Prospective students must know where to include internship e How to Master Allergies and Asthma Before Leaving for College 08/14/2016 08:00pm • If you're a teen heading off for your freshman year at college this fall, it may be the first time you will live on your own. In addition to studying and going to class, you may need to learn how to cook, do your own laundry and manage a budget. You may find yourself expanding your social networks Hostess launches 'Deep Fried Twinkies' as first frozen treat 08/12/2016 01:23am • NEW YORK (AP) — The deep-fried Twinkie is jumping from the state fair to the home freezer. Hostess Brands, the maker of lunchbox treats like Ho Hos, is launching packaged "Deep Fried Twinkies" starting Friday that mark its first foray into frozen foods. The cream-filled snack in vanilla or choc 5 Ways You Are Sabotaging Your Job Search 08/09/2016 08:00pm • Searching for a new job requires a clear message and needs to be carried out strategically and methodically. But even the best job-search campaign is a painful process filled with rejection. It takes grit and a positive mindset to endure and secure your next job. Don't let any of the following obst