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Activities of Daily Living for Seniors 04/18/2023 08:00pm • Independence is a precious commodity that only increases in value as you age. When you're no longer able to complete routine tasks and activities -- such as shopping for food, preparing meals or handling medications -- it can be especially jarring and put you at risk for an accident, injury or illne Is the Sephora Credit Card Worth It? 04/18/2023 08:00pm • Consumers can earn 4% back in rewards per dollar spent and two times the Beauty Insider points per dollar spent at Sephora locations after opening a Sephora Credit Card. Shoppers can redeem their points to cover Sephora spending and enjoy a few additional perks. For the average shopper, a Sephora Cr More locally sourced fresh food making its way to those in need in Maryland 04/18/2023 03:20pm • Through federal grants from the USDA, the Maryland Department of Agriculture cut checks to the Maryland Food Bank and Capital Area Food Bank totaling $6.1 million to buy food from Maryland farmers and watermen. (WTOP/Luke Lukert) The Maryland Department of Agriculture is teaming up with the Small changes can have a big impact on food waste in Montgomery County 04/18/2023 10:54am • This content is provided by the Montgomery County Department of Environmental Protection. Wasted food is a major issue in the United States, as well as in Montgomery County, Maryland. The startling statistics point to Americans generating nearly 35 million tons of food waste annually and Amer When It's OK to Say No to Automatic Tip Requests 04/17/2023 08:00pm • Many places where you spend money these days have computer screens that request tips. Most provide convenient preset options or the ability to submit your own amount. While adding gratuity has long been customary in many situations, the tipping screen is now showing up in unusual places. So, should Pesticides on Fruits and Vegetable: Organic or Conventional? 04/17/2023 08:00pm • Over the past two decades, retail sales of organic fresh fruits and vegetables have steadily trended upward. According to the Economic Research Service of the U.S. Department of Agriculture, retail sales of organic fresh produce were estimated at $19.2 billion and accounted for 40% of organic food s Md. teenager collects books for kids fighting cancer 04/17/2023 05:07pm • A Gaithersburg, Maryland, teenager has now collected some 15,000 books for local children who have been diagnosed with cancer. She is now looking for more donations to continue her mission. Emily Bhatnagar, 19, began her organization For Love and Buttercups in July 2021, after her father received 7 Best Copper Stocks for 2023 04/16/2023 08:00pm • By industry estimates, copper demand is on track to double over the next 20 to 30 years. That's driven by the metal's use in traditional industries like plumbing and construction, but all thanks to a push for a low-carbon economy. Copper is one of the most affordable conductors out there, which make What to Know About Donating Plasma for Money 04/16/2023 08:00pm • You know you can donate plasma for money, and maybe you've thought of doing it. Many questions may have popped into your mind: Does it hurt? Can I get rich donating plasma? Now that I'm thinking about donating plasma for cash, have I hit rock bottom? All good questions, and, no, you haven't hit rock What Should You Consider When Deciding Between a Condo vs. House? 04/16/2023 08:00pm • The decision to purchase a condominium or house may seem like an obvious one at first glance, but there are some pros and cons in each category that you should consider before investing in a condo versus a single-family house. Budget, life stage and lifestyle are all factors that might sway your ult Ideas for Your Attic Remodel 04/16/2023 08:00pm • The attic is often the most underutilized room in the home. But if you're feeling ambitious, an attic remodel offers a unique and exciting opportunity to transform this dark, dingy space into more than just your go-to area for holiday decor storage. From creating a cozy retreat to adding functional DC mental health fair stresses counseling for all 04/16/2023 06:10pm • Attendees walking between booths at the Onyx Therapy Group Mental Health Fair in Union Market's Auto Shop venue in Northeast D.C. (Courtesy Jessica A. Poulin) Music, food and yoga took over a corner of Northeast D.C. this weekend — all in the name of mental health. The Onyx Therapy Group Me Alexandria City Council allows abortion providers to open in more spaces 04/16/2023 03:00pm • A zoning amendment passed by the Alexandria City Council will now allow abortion providers to open up shop in commercial and mixed-use areas. The amendment was a response to the council’s resolution 3087, which asked the Planning and Zoning department to check zoning ordinances to make sure the Four cybersecurity firms merge to create McLean's UltraViolet Cyber 04/14/2023 03:27pm • With backing from private equity, four cybersecurity companies have combined into one and have set up shop in Northern Virginia. The New York investment firm Achieve Partners acquired two local firms — McLean-based W@tchTower and Stage 2 Security in Lanham — along with Phoenix-based Mosaic451 10 Best Growth Stocks to Buy for 2023 04/13/2023 08:00pm • Growth stocks are showing some signs of life. After a dismal 2022, growth stocks have gotten off to a much better start in 2023. That's in large part due to macroeconomic factors. Recent economic data has shown that the rate of inflation is slowing. In addition, yields on long-term government bonds