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School nutrition annual round up 07/22/2015 01:00pm • Every year, thousands of school food professionals from around the country convene at the School Nutrition Association's Annual National Conference. The ANC offers educational sessions, cooking demonstrations, round tables and discussion panels, all designed to help school food professionals "improv Earning Too Much at Your Summer Job May Slash Financial Aid Eligibility 07/21/2015 08:00pm • Working in college has its benefits: extra income, resume-boosting experience and professional references. But there's a potential downside to that college job. Just like parental income, student earnings may boost expected family contribution, a figure which represents what a family is expected t 3 Tips for Traveling with Special Needs Children and Adults 07/21/2015 08:00pm • Planning and executing a perfect family trip that appeals to all ages can be a headache for anyone. However, if your family includes a person with special needs, it can seem like even more of a challenge. Lack of accessibility, amenities or understanding from staff and fellow travelers can feel like Capitol Police could soon be able to search your bags 07/21/2015 02:29pm • WASHINGTON -- The Capitol Police Board has approved a measure that would allow officers to search the possessions of those within the U.S. Capitol grounds. Language approved July 15 says U.S. Capitol Police officers "may search packages, bags, and other containers in the immediate possession of i Travel without a trace: The growing popularity of sustainable tourism 07/21/2015 02:20am • WASHINGTON — Just because you’re taking to the skies for that much-needed vacation doesn’t mean your carbon footprint needs to soar as well. This summer, travelers are considering more than five-star hotel ratings and nearby Yelp restaurant reviews when planning a getaway. There’s a growi 3 Transfer Pitfalls for International Community College Students to Avoid 07/20/2015 08:00pm • Beginning undergraduate work at a community college is a gateway towards a bachelor's degree that many international -- and U.S. -- students pursue for many great reasons. I had initially moved to the U.S. to advance my career in ballet. I decided to enroll at Miami Dade College, a community colleg 10 Life Events That Require Financial Planning 07/20/2015 08:00pm • Sometimes, even the best events in life -- a birth, new job or dream relocation -- require a financial plan. They might necessitate the need for more insurance coverage, a new budget or guidance from a financial advisor. Here are 10 positive events that should inspire you to do some financial plann Mazda throws a manual in the 2015 Mazda3 07/20/2015 05:25am • WASHINGTON -- Mazda throws a manual in the 2015 Mazda3, with the bigger 2.5L engine, and all is right in the compact class. I drove the then-new Mazda3 S Grand Touring last year and was impressed with te fun-to-drive, peppy five-door compact -- except that no manual was available with the large Greece Adjusts to New Normal as Banks Reopen 07/19/2015 08:00pm • Greek banks were open for business Monday for the first time in three weeks, as packages of emergency aid allowed the embattled Mediterranean economy to finally start getting back on track. Greece's government is still reportedly keeping a tight cap on just how much cash people are able to withdraw 7 Products to Never Buy in Bulk 07/16/2015 08:00pm • Is buying in bulk really worth it?Many consumers assume buying in bulk saves cash. Not always: A recent study in the International Journal of Consumer Studies found that low-income households waste more food than middle-income homes, partly due to bulk buying. Brian Wansink, author of "Slim by Desig Daniel Radcliffe fails audition as receptionist (Video) 07/16/2015 09:18am • WASHINGTON — Daniel Radcliffe finally found a role he couldn’t play — receptionist. The actor known for the Harry Potter films, as well as taking on “Equus” on Broadway, spent an hour as a receptionist at Nylon magazine’s New York office as part of a hidden-camera stunt. He predicted 15 Places to Retire in Europe 07/13/2015 08:00pm • Diversifying your portfolio into European real estate is a better idea now than it has been in more than a decade. The dollar is close to par with the euro, providing U.S. dollar holders with more purchasing power than they've had in Europe since 2003. Currency fluctuations and negative economic f 2016 Acura MDX updated again, at top of the luxury midsize crossover class 07/13/2015 06:24am • WASHINGTON -- It feels like just yesterday I was driving the 2014 redesigned MDX. So it's odd that there already would be another round of updates on this popular crossover. The updates are focused on better fuel economy and include a new nine-speed automatic transmission and a feature that shuts Ramen 101: Everything you need to know about ramen, you can learn at Daikaya 07/13/2015 02:55am • WASHINGTON — When you order a bowl of ramen, it’s best to forget Emily Post’s guide to etiquette. For starters, there’s no need to wait for others at your table to be served before you dig in. The second your bowl is set in front of you, it’s game time. “The basic ideal of table ma When Active Fund Management Makes Sense for Investors 07/12/2015 08:00pm • The debate between active and passive management may never be settled, particularly in the media. Plenty of investors, advisors and academics hold strong views on either side. But there are some who believe that a combination of active and passive management styles is in investors' best interest.