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Explore Resources for Women Undergrads Interested in Science, Engineering 04/19/2015 08:00pm • The lack of women in science and engineering has long been a sore spot within the U.S. education system, and it's not getting any better. From 2004 to 2014, the share of bachelor's degrees earned by women decreased in engineering; computer sciences; Earth, atmospheric and ocean sciences; physical s Soy Vey! How and Why to Add Soy to Your Diet 04/19/2015 08:00pm • Whether you know it or not, there's a good chance you've eaten something with a soy-based food recently. Some people don't realize that some of their favorite foods such as edamame and tofu are made from soy. April is National Soy Foods Month, so it's the perfect time to start learning about how to A Smart Investing Plan for 30-Somethings 04/16/2015 08:00pm • You stopped eating Ramen noodles and started paying a mortgage. Now what?You're in your 30s, which means your finances are starting to get serious. You may have larger expenses than ever before, such as a new home, a new car and possibly a new bundle of joy. Hopefully your salary has also grown alon 3 Ways to Plan for Your Funeral Expenses 04/16/2015 08:00pm • Now that the nation has made it past Tax Day, it's time to talk about life's other inevitable event: death. While not a subject many are eager to contemplate, funeral planning is something that must be done at some point. Even for those who don't want a traditional service and burial, some final ar 4 Ways to Cut the Clutter and Make Money Doing It 04/16/2015 08:00pm • The winter is thawing (finally) and with that comes the inevitable closet purge. Piles of bulky sweaters, your sixth pair of blue jeans and that dress you haven't worn in over a year -- these are all signs you may need to do some wardrobe editing. Have a roommate? That might also mean you have two o 5 Shades of Grey in Nutrition 04/15/2015 08:00pm • We all know about the book and movie with "shades of grey" in the title. That phrase may conjure up certain images in your head, but it got me thinking about all the shades of grey in nutrition. People frequently speak about food in absolutes -- this food is bad, or this diet is best. Well, it's n 5 Qualities Every Employer Wants in a Job Candidate 04/14/2015 08:00pm • Preparing for a job interview can be a time-consuming and nerve-wracking experience. Some people spend a ridiculous amount of energy trying to prepare and memorize answers for every imaginable interview question. It may be better to spend time thinking about the job at hand with a larger lens by st 12 Ways to Spend Less on Food 04/14/2015 11:00am • Food is expensive. In February 2015, Americans spent $58.9 billion on food eaten at home and almost the same amount ($57.5 billion) on food consumed away from home, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture. For that second category, which includes food eaten at restaurants and coffee shops, t Follow 5 Steps to Write a Successful U.S. College Application Essay 04/13/2015 08:00pm • Every year, many international students get into their dream U.S. schools or are accepted to colleges and offered decent financial aid packages. This is not solely because of their academic performance or the extracurricular activities they have participated in, but also because of the way they pres Car Report: Redesigned VW Golf lives up to hype 04/13/2015 06:26am • WASHINGTON -- The redesigned Volkswagen Golf, the 2015 North American and Motor Trend Car of the Year, lives up to the hype. With five models, VW has a Golf for most buyers looking for a compact car. The base Golf starts at around $19,000. There’s also the sporty GTI, with 210 turbocharged hors Lockdown at U.S. Capitol and Visitor Center lifted after apparent suicide 04/11/2015 02:06pm • WASHINGTON — The U.S. Capitol and the Capitol Visitor Center were on lock-down Saturday after a shot was fired in an apparent suicide. According to a spokesperson for U.S. Capitol Police, it happened on the West Front of the U.S. Capitol Building. The suspected shooter was "neutralized" fo 7 Steps for Choosing and Keeping the Right Personal Trainer 04/10/2015 07:00am • You feel like an octopus on roller skates in the gym, and you're certain everyone's looking at you. Or maybe you know what you're doing but struggle with the follow-through -- setting fitness goals with vigor, but never achieving them. When you need help, deciding to hire a personal trainer is only D.C.’s attorney general targets sellers of synthetic drugs 04/09/2015 08:15am • WASHINGTON — The top prosecutor in D.C. is going on a crusade against businesses in the District that illegally sell synthetic drugs. The drugs are sometimes called "synthetic marijuana" because they mimic the effects of pot. They have names such as "Scooby Snax" and are often wrapped in col Sabra announces recall of 30K cases of hummus 04/09/2015 12:09am • WASHINGTON — The Sabra Dipping Company announced on Wednesday a recall of about 30,000 cases of its Classic Hummus due to the possibility of listeria contamination. The company says that listeria monocytogenes can cause “serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elder How to Boost Your Mood With Food This Spring 04/07/2015 08:00pm • Now that it's springtime, everyone wants to be happy, go outside and enjoy the day. But what if you're not one of them? What if you've been waiting for this all winter long, but now that spring is here, you're too irritated, lethargic or unmotivated to get out there and enjoy the season? You may wan