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The 10 Most Popular Diets of 2018, According to Google 01/14/2019 07:00pm • Another year has gone by, and another slew of diets have dominated people's online searches. In the past, I have been disappointed in what diets appeared popular, and this year proves to be no different. However, I hold out hope that most of these diets were merely searched -- not actually tried. Fi BMW X3 M40i is the small luxury crossover with the need for speed 01/13/2019 10:48pm • WASHINGTON — Driving a compact luxury crossover usually means nice transportation that has some power, but not really enough to get you in real trouble. But for those who want more than the usual four-cylinder power in the class, BMW has a solution. How about a turbo six-cylinder engine? Why You Should Be Investing in the Russell 2000 Index 01/13/2019 07:00pm • Investors often overlook the Russell 2000 Index, but it can be a good way to add diversity to a portfolio. The Russell 2000, commonly referred to as RUT, is a benchmark index that tracks about 2,000 small-cap companies. Experts say some investors pass over this index, since its stocks are often mor Montgomery Co. 'Shutdown Social' feeds furloughed feds Friday 01/11/2019 01:52pm • WASHINGTON — A passel of Montgomery County, Maryland, restaurants are pooling resources to throw a potluck for furloughed feds and contractors. The Shutdown Social is set for Friday from 6:30 to 9 p.m. at Montgomery Blair High School, at 51 University Blvd. East in Silver Spring. Councilmemb Shutdown: Congress shouldn't get paid during standoff, Va. rep says 01/11/2019 01:30pm • WASHINGTON — As the government shutdown stretches into its 21st day — and is poised to become the longest in history while stranding 800,000 federal workers without pay — one Virginia representative tells WTOP that until Congress gets the job done and ends the three-week impasse, those politic 15 Keto-Friendly Products You'll See in 2019 01/10/2019 07:00pm • The keto diet was one of hottest diets last year, and it looks like the high-fat, low-carb craze here to stay. ( Here's how I feel about that.) If you're determined to hop on board, food companies have your back. Here are 15 keto-friendly foods you can now find on store shelves: Snacks -- Pizootz A Democrats call for contractors to get paid after shutdown 01/10/2019 05:42pm • WASHINGTON — Senate Democrats on Thursday called on the Trump Administration to work with federal contractors so that their employees can get back pay when the partial government shutdown ends. While federal workers generally receive back pay after a shutdown, contractors do not. The Senate on 7 Great Stocks With a 7 Percent Yield (or More) 01/09/2019 07:00pm • These dividend stocks pay well.With the stock market under some serious pressure, many investors have chosen to go "risk off" with their portfolio, moving assets into stable investments they can buy at a bargain price instead of chasing high-flying stocks that need to keep growing to please Wall Str 7 Top Investing Strategies for an Uncertain Market  01/08/2019 07:00pm • Alter your strategy in an uncertain market. The stock market's been on a roller-coaster ride. With the S&P 500 index's fluctuations in early 2019, investors need a strong stomach. It's likely that the stock market's ups and downs will continue for the rest of the year. For investors seeking stra Leukemia Ball 01/08/2019 05:39pm • Leukemia Ball 2024 April 6, 2024 |Walter E. Washington Convention Center Join us at The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s National Signature Event: The Leukemia Ball Headlining Entertainment: Craig Ferguson  The Leukemia Ball is Saturday, April 6, 2024, at the Walter E. Washington Conv Shopping holidays: Best days to shop in 2019 01/08/2019 10:00am • If saving money is on your list of New Year's resolutions, but you love to shop, here's some good news: You don't have to cut shopping out of your life. Timing is everything in the retail world. And knowing when seasonal items are likely to go on sale and when major sales take place allows you to More gun control bills announced as Va. lawmakers get to work 01/07/2019 10:37am • WASHINGTON — Just a few days after Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam promoted a series of gun-control measures, state Democratic lawmakers unveiled another legislative package focused on gun safety. A group called the "Safe Virginia Initiative," which was organized by Virginia House Democrats, releas Car review: GMC Terrain redesign brings luxury upgrades but comes with a price 01/07/2019 12:28am • WASHINGTON — The redesigned GMC Terrain Denali AWD is a big improvement at a high price. It's been a long time coming for GM. Just like their larger midsize three-row crossovers that were redone, the compact crossovers get that same overhaul. While the old Terrain offered lots of space, it lack Today in History: Jan. 5 01/05/2019 12:28am • Today is Saturday, Jan. 5, the fifth day of 2019. Today's Highlight in History: On Jan. 5, 1957, President Dwight D. Eisenhower proposed assistance to countries to help them resist Communist aggression in what became known as the Eisenhower Doctrine. On this date: In 1066, Edward the Con Furloughed feds stage rally to speak out against government shutdown 01/04/2019 09:42am • COLLEGE PARK, Md. — With no end in sight to the partial government shutdown, a number of federal employees directly impacted by the standoff staged a rally Friday in College Park. The demonstrators, who work for the National Archives and Records Administration, have been furloughed since the sh