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What's a Good SAT Score? 09/14/2022 08:00pm • When they are considered, SAT scores are just a piece of the college admissions process. Schools also review students' GPAs, course rigor, extracurricular activities, essays and letters of recommendation. "A three-hour test on a Saturday morning is a very brief snapshot into a student's abilities," 10 Best Low-Cost Index Funds 09/13/2022 08:00pm • These are 10 of the best low-cost index funds to invest in.It's well documented that, net of fees, most actively managed funds underperform a stock market index like the S&P 500 over the long term. Thus, investors who accept that they cannot beat the market reliably can opt to match its performa Is your dog getting enough exercise? 09/13/2022 01:36pm • This content is written by Katie Falk, associate veterinarian at Rocky Gorge Animal Hospital. There are many reasons to prioritize your dog getting enough exercise, including weight management, anxiety and preventing health issues, such as arthritis. While arthritis is extremely common, it is What are this year's best colleges? 09/12/2022 03:37am • The U.S. News & World Report announced its 38th edition of the Best College rankings for the 2022-23 year. It evaluated 1,500 universities and colleges on 17 measures of academic quality. According to its news release, there are some changes to this year's rankings, such as: Update to 16 Top Sleeping Bags for Backpacking and Camping 09/11/2022 08:00pm • There's no better feeling than sinking into a warm sleeping bag after a long day spent in the great outdoors. Whether you're backpacking or enjoying an activity-filled backcountry camping adventure, a sleeping bag is one of the most essential items for your packing list. U.S. News editors researched Key Changes in How the 2022-2023 Best Colleges Rankings Were Calculated 09/11/2022 08:00pm • The 38th edition of the U.S. News Best Colleges rankings was released today. Since the mid-1980s, U.S. News has annually published data on colleges and universities to help prospective students and their families make the important -- and costly -- decision about choosing the right school. Over the The 2022-2023 Best Colleges Rankings Are Out: See Who's on Top 09/11/2022 08:00pm • No two students are exactly the same when it comes to the college search. Some prioritize location, academic programs, low student-to-faculty ratios or a large sports presence, while others want a school with a strong emphasis on research and internships. To help students find a school that fits the DC-area firefighters climb 110 stories to honor 9/11’s fallen firefighters 09/11/2022 05:05pm • It's been 21 years ago since the terror attacks on 9/11. That day, 343 New York firefighters died at the World Trade Center. On Sunday morning, firefighters from all across the D.C. area climbed 110 stories worth of stairs at the Gaylord National Resort in Prince George’s County, Maryland, to rep What affects your credit score? 09/11/2022 04:30am • What affects your credit score might come as a surprise to you. For instance, opening a new credit card can increase your credit score as long as you use it responsibly. At the other end of the credit spectrum, carrying a high balance on your new credit card can lower your credit score in a hurry. 7 Best Vanguard Funds for Retirement 09/08/2022 08:00pm • These low-cost funds have solid performance histories.Whether you're fresh out of college and opening your first 401(k) account or you're approaching your retirement date, you want to ensure that your nest egg is well protected and growing. Regardless of where you are in your retirement planning, mu 9 High-Yield Dividend Stocks to Buy 09/08/2022 08:00pm • If you're taking on the risk of stocks, you'd better get paid.Investing is fundamentally a balance between risk and reward. And right now, it's hard to justify some of the risk that investors are taking on in popular dividend stocks. Consider that the average dividend payout for S&P 500 componen How to Spot a Diet Red Flag: Diet Red Flags You Should Know 09/07/2022 08:00pm • While many people at some point consider which diet is best for them, too many of us don't give a lot of thought to the possible negative aspects of different eating regimens, says Lisa D. Ellis, a registered dietitian in private practice in Manhattan and White Plains, New York. She's also a certifi Do Shipping Container Homes Have Staying Power? 09/07/2022 08:00pm • When Amy and Shane Cargo chose to invest in a shipping container as their dream home, neighbors of all kinds lent a hand to construct the 1,500-square-foot home in Mosier, a small city in rural Oregon. This village of helpers included a retired steel fabricator, who spent hours reviewing their plan 10 Best Vanguard ETFs to Buy 09/07/2022 08:00pm • Vanguard ETFs ushered in a new era of easy diversification and low-cost investing.Before 1976, the average investment portfolio looked very different. Most investors purchased individual stocks via a broker, or had a financial advisor actively manage a portfolio on their behalf. This all changed in Study: Mood swings, anxiety due to PMS should be key public health issue globally 09/06/2022 11:51pm • Worldwide, more than 61% of women experience premenstrual mood swings and anxiety every menstrual cycle. Those two particular symptoms are very common that Virginia researchers believe premenstrual syndrome, or PMS, should be a key public health issue globally. “Our study demonstrates that prem