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2 suspected gang members arrested after 4 killed in Los Angeles-area shootings 02/13/2024 09:04pm • LOS ANGELES (AP) — Two suspected gang members were arrested in connection with a series of shootings in the Los Angeles area that killed four people, including a 14-year-old boy, authorities said Tuesday. The shootings occurred over a span of a few hours late Sunday and early Monday in the cities Bill laying groundwork for new Wizards, Capitals arena in Alexandria passes in Virginia House 02/13/2024 07:11pm • The Virginia House of Delegates voted Tuesday 59-40 to pass legislation that would establish a sports and entertainment authority, laying the groundwork for a new arena to be built in Alexandria for the NBA's Washington Wizards and the NHL's Washington Capitals. "While there is much more that nee 5 Simple Tips for Saving Money on Your Phone Bill 02/13/2024 07:00pm • Over the past few years, cost of living surges have left many Americans scrutinizing their budgets. If you're one of the many looking for ways to cut costs, don't overlook your phone bill. The average cost of wireless phone service is $157 per month, according to the J.D. Power 2023 U.S. Wireless Pu What Is a Medicare Flex Card? 02/13/2024 07:00pm • If you've recently heard about Medicare "flex cards" -- also called flexible benefits cards for seniors -- you may be wondering what they are and whether you can get one. In this article, we'll outline everything you need to know about these debit cards, including how they work, what you can use the What to Know About Kids' Bank Accounts 02/13/2024 07:00pm • A savings account for youngsters can introduce them to the idea of putting money away and even help them learn about concepts like compound interest. They can deposit money from birthdays, holidays, chores, allowances and eventually part-time jobs. Banks and credit unions offer special accounts gear Why I Bought a House After Six Years in an RV 02/13/2024 07:00pm • Fueled by a desire for exploration after pandemic-related confinement and the newfound flexibility of remote work, many people realized they no longer needed to stay in one place to make a living. Rather than pay an expensive mortgage each month, a growing number of people decided to trade their mon Economics of Valentine's Day and why we spend so much for our sweethearts 02/13/2024 05:42pm • This year, people will spend, on average, $185.81 on their special someone this Valentine's Day. Jadrian Wooten, an economics professor at Virginia Tech, said there is a lesson in why lovers spend so much on one another — it’s called “signaling.” Basically, it means someone thinks that New Orleans bids another joyous 'Fat Tuesday' farewell to Carnival season 02/13/2024 05:13pm • NEW ORLEANS (AP) — New Orleans bade a typically joyous goodbye to Carnival season Tuesday with Mardi Gras parades, street parties and what amounted to a massive outdoor costume festival around the bars and restaurants in the French Quarter. Revelers in capes, wigs, spandex and feathers danced in Disneyland's Mickey Mouse and Cinderella performers may unionize 02/13/2024 03:46pm • Workers who help bring Disneyland’s beloved characters to life — including Mickey Mouse, Donald Duck and Cinderella — are looking to unionize. Labor organizers announced the campaign Tuesday, saying performers want better safety conditions and scheduling policies to help them keep the magic Teen filmmakers show their stuff at High School Film Competition in DC 02/13/2024 02:18pm • Picture this, the school bell rings and you're late to class because you're busy editing your next movie! Teen filmmakers will showcase their cutting-edge work this weekend as the D.C. Independent Film Forum hosts its annual High School Film Competition. The contest is happening on Saturday at th Which houseplants make great Valentine's gifts? Let's start with heart-shaped ones 02/13/2024 02:04pm • Looking for a meaningful, beautiful, sustainable and last-minute gift for your Valentine? Consider houseplants. Florists say those that are heart-shaped, look cheerful or have staying power are especially good at conveying Valentine's Day love. Plants symbolize growth and renewal, aspects of a heal Apple App Store - Top Apps 02/13/2024 11:40am • Top Free iPhone Apps (US): 1. Paramount+, CBS Interactive 2. Temu: Shop Like a Billionaire, Temu 3. Threads, an Instagram app, Instagram, Inc. 4. ChatGPT, OpenAI 5. Google, Google LLC 6. CapCut - Video Editor, Bytedance Pte. Ltd 7. X, X Corp. 8. TikTok, TikTok Ltd. 9. Instagram, Instagram, Inc. 10. UK beauty chain The Body Shop goes into administration after years of struggles 02/13/2024 10:04am • LONDON (AP) — The Body Shop, the British beauty and cosmetics retail chain, said on Tuesday that it has appointed insolvency administrators after years of financial struggles. The retailer, which grew from a single shop in 1976 to become one of the most recognizable retailers on the British high Hyattsville gets a Lidl 02/13/2024 08:42am • Discount grocer Lidl continues to add to its growing list of D.C.-area stores, with its newest location opening Wednesday in Hyattsville, Maryland. The new store is at 3104 Queens Chapel Road in the Shops at Queens Chillum. It will be open daily from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. and employs some 40 workers. Shopify: Q4 Earnings Snapshot 02/13/2024 07:32am • OTTAWA, Ontario (AP) — OTTAWA, Ontario (AP) — Shopify Inc. (SHOP) on Tuesday reported fourth-quarter net income of $657 million. The Ottawa, Ontario-based company said it had profit of 51 cents per share. Earnings, adjusted for non-recurring gains, came to 34 cents per share. The results exceede