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8 Companies That Could Issue the Next Stock Split 03/23/2023 08:00pm • Once a stock's share price gets too high, even a single share can become too expensive for smaller investors. Stock splits don't create any inherent value, but they are typically considered bullish catalysts, as companies usually only issue stock splits after extended periods of strong returns, and Understanding the Safety of Kratom: A Comprehensive Guide 03/23/2023 08:00pm • Kratom, formally called Mitragyna speciosa, is a type of tree native to Southeast Asia related to the coffee plant. For centuries, those native to Southeast Asia have chewed on kratom leaves or made a tea from kratom as a stimulant for pain relief. It's also used in that part of the world to cope wi Van Leeuwen ice cream shop opens in Union Market with $1 scoops 03/23/2023 05:55am • It is officially spring, and as temperatures start to warm this week, an ice cream chain with national acclaim is opening the doors to one of its three planned scoop shops in the D.C. area. New York-based Van Leeuwen will celebrate the opening of its Union Market neighborhood location Thursday wit Van Leeuwen ice cream shop opens Thursday in Union Market with $1 scoops 03/23/2023 05:22am • It is officially spring, and as temperatures start to warm this week, an ice cream chain with national acclaim is opening the doors to one of its three planned scoop shops in the D.C. area. New York-based Van Leeuwen will celebrate the opening of its Union Market neighborhood location Thurs Tips to Make Ends Meet During High Inflation 03/22/2023 08:00pm • The inflation rate may be starting to subside, but with prices still 6% higher than a year ago, it may still be having a big impact on your wallet. The typical American household spent $372 per month more in February than it did the year before on the same goods and services, according to Moody's An Annapolis Film Festival brings powerful slate with 'Chevalier,' 'The Grotto' and 'Judy Blume Forever' 03/22/2023 02:25pm • https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f7525NAGtJU   The 11th annual Annapolis Film Festival returns to Annapolis, Maryland, this Thursday through Sunday. Over 70 films will screen at Maryland Hall on Chase Street, as well as Annapolis Elementary School, Asbury United Methodist Church and The best beach towns to retire in the U.S. 03/22/2023 10:57am • Many people dream about retirement in a beach town. But a remote beach area isn't always the right fit for retirees, who also need access to amenities and services, such as quality health care and transportation options. When you think of retirement locales, Florida is probably the first state to Prince William County's crisis receiving center taking shape; Sen. Kaine pays a visit 03/22/2023 08:14am • This article was written by WTOP’s news partner InsideNoVa.com and republished with permission. Sign up for InsideNoVa.com’s free email subscription today. The former Gander Mountain store in Woodbridge didn't look like much Monday morning, its shop floor empty, concrete flooring exposed Metro celebrates completion of its Md. headquarters in Prince George's Co. 03/22/2023 04:18am • A few years ago, the New Carrollton Metro Station was surrounded by nothing but parking lots, adjacent to more parking lots. But on Tuesday afternoon, politicians and Metro employees gathered next to Metro's newly opened Maryland headquarters, as well as a massive apartment complex that's a few m The Pros and Cons of Personal Loans 03/21/2023 08:00pm • For consumers, personal loans can bring mixed blessings. A personal loan can help you finance a large purchase or consolidate credit card debt into a single fixed monthly payment. But as with any financial product, there are also drawbacks. Some lenders charge high interest rates, for example, which What Is an Open House? 03/21/2023 08:00pm • When a residential property is listed for sale, an open house is one of the most common marketing tools the seller's agent might employ. In certain neighborhoods across the U.S., it is not unusual to drive down a grassy street and see snazzy "Open House!" signs pointing prospective buyers to propert How Much Should I Spend on Groceries? 03/21/2023 08:00pm • Determining how much to spend on groceries and creating a budget is a challenge for many households. But thanks to inflation, grocery budgeting has been especially difficult in the last year. According to the Consumer Price Index, the average cost of eating food at home has risen 11.4% in 2022 versu Is Travel Insurance Worth It? 03/20/2023 08:00pm • While the cost of travel can vary based on your choice of hotels and resorts, your mode of transportation, and other factors, adding a travel insurance plan makes your trip cost an average of 4% to 12% more. This may leave you wondering if travel insurance is truly worth the cost, or if you should t Will the TikTok 'Deinfluencing' Trend Actually Help You Spend Less?  03/20/2023 08:00pm • Social media celebs advertising products to their followers -- also known as influencer marketing -- has been on the rise the last several years. From 2016 to 2022, the market grew from $1.7 billion to a whopping $16.4 billion, according to Influencer MarketingHub. This tactic works: The hashtag "Ti What Is a Foreign Transaction Fee? 03/19/2023 08:00pm • If you love to travel outside the U.S., watch out for credit card foreign transaction fees. A foreign transaction fee is a charge that credit card issuers sometimes add to purchases you make on your card when traveling abroad. You may also see this fee when you are still in the U.S. but make a purch