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The effective diets that can help lower your cholesterol 01/27/2024 09:50pm • Is there an effective way to lower your cholesterol and reduce your risk of heart disease and stroke without taking medication? A disciplined diet and regular exercise could do the trick but what works best? Health and science reporter Marlene Cimons joined WTOP's Mark Lewis to talk about the A Holocaust survivor in Israel recalls that trauma through the lens of Oct. 7 attack 01/27/2024 10:55am • ASHKELON, Israel (AP) — Gad Partok was 10 years old in 1942 when Nazis stormed his street in the coastal Tunisian town of Nabeul. He saw them going door to door, hauling out his neighbors, shooting them and burning down their homes. Like so many Jews who moved to Israel after the war, Partok beli Inflation slowed further in December as an economic 'soft landing' moves into sharper focus 01/26/2024 11:08am • WASHINGTON (AP) — The Federal Reserve’s preferred inflation gauge cooled further last month even as the economy kept growing briskly, a trend sure to be welcomed at the White House as President Joe Biden seeks re-election in a race that could pivot on his economic stewardship. Friday’s governm Lions-49ers game features 2 of the NFL's top 3 offenses, but San Francisco has big edge on defense 01/26/2024 10:45am • The San Francisco 49ers are back in a familiar spot facing a Detroit Lions team new to this stage. No team has played in the NFC championship game more than the 49ers, who will be making their 19th appearance and third in a row when they host Detroit on Sunday. The Lions are here for the first time Lauren Boebert mounts defense to criticisms of 'carpetbagging' in packed first Republican debate 01/26/2024 10:13am • FORT LUPTON, Colo. (AP) — Republican primary candidate Mike Lynch didn't sugarcoat the question to his opponent on the crammed debate stage, Republican Rep. Lauren Boebert, who hopped into the race last month partly over fear of a loss in the district she currently represents. “Could you give th Ukrainians worry after plane crash that POW exchanges with Russia will end 01/26/2024 06:28am • KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — As Russia and Ukraine trade accusations over this week's crash of a Russian military transport plane, one thing is clear: families' fears that future prisoner exchanges may be in danger and loved ones could stay imprisoned. Even the basic facts are being debated. Russian offic Tensions simmering in the South China Sea and violence in Myanmar as Laos takes over ASEAN chair 01/26/2024 01:06am • BANGKOK (AP) — Simmering tensions in the South China Sea between China and several Southeast Asian nations now regularly spark direct confrontation. Fighting in Myanmar against the military government that seized power three years ago has grown to the point that most say the country is now in a ci Finns go to the polls Sunday to elect a new president at a time of increased tension with Russia 01/26/2024 12:35am • HELSINKI (AP) — Finns will vote Sunday to elect a new president at an unprecedented time: the Nordic nation is now a NATO member following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, and its eastern border with Russia is closed, both almost unthinkable a few years ago. Unlike in most European countries, the p Medicare Enrollment Deadlines You Shouldn't Miss 01/25/2024 07:00pm • If you have Medicare or you're turning 65 this year, there are some key dates you need to know. Understanding the basics of Medicare can help keep you -- and your coverage -- on track. Here's a guide to Medicare enrollment dates to help you be better prepared. Initial Enrollment PeriodMedicare's ini Spent Too Much on the Holidays? Here's How to Manage a Debt Hangover 01/25/2024 07:00pm • Are you experiencing the dreaded holiday spending hangover? While 2023 was financially challenging for many Americans, nearly nine in 10 still planned to shop for the holidays, according to a November 2023 Gallup poll. If you're feeling the post-holiday pinch in your wallet, here's a closer look at 9 of the Best Stocks for a Starter Portfolio 01/25/2024 07:00pm • The major American stock market indexes are surging, with several recently hitting fresh all-time highs. This may seem a bit surprising, given the variety of risks facing investors today. Between inflation, rising geopolitical turbulence and the threat of a recession, there is plenty that could go w Delaware governor proposes 8% growth in state operating budget despite softening revenue projections 01/25/2024 05:51pm • DOVER, Del. (AP) — Gov. John Carney on Thursday proposed a state operating budget of more than $6 billion for the fiscal year starting July 1, an increase of more than 8% even amid a projected revenue decline of 2% this year. The Democratic governor’s proposed spending plan is slightly higher th Jackson, McCaffrey and Prescott are finalists for the AP 2023 NFL MVP and offensive player awards 01/25/2024 05:25pm • Lamar Jackson, Christian McCaffrey and Dak Prescott are finalists for The Associated Press 2023 NFL Most Valuable Player and Offensive Player of the Year awards. The winners will be announced at NFL Honors on Feb. 8. A nationwide panel of 50 media members who regularly cover the league completed vot US economy grew at a surprisingly strong 3.3% pace last quarter, pointing to continued resilience 01/25/2024 02:46pm • WASHINGTON (AP) — The nation’s economy grew at an unexpectedly brisk 3.3% annual pace from October through December as Americans showed a continued willingness to spend freely despite high interest rates and price levels that have frustrated many households. Thursday’s report from the Commerce Stock market today: Asian shares are mixed, led by gains in Chinese markets following policy moves 01/24/2024 10:58pm • TOKYO (AP) — Asian shares were mostly higher on Thursday, with Chinese stocks extending gains after Beijing announced a raft of policies to support sagging markets. Hong Kong rose 1.4% and Shanghai surged 2%. Benchmarks fell in Tokyo and Seoul. U.S. futures were mixed and oil prices advanced. La