Lifestyle

It’s no secret that the true crime genre has a large, dedicated fan base. Whether it’s podcasts, books or documentaries, stories of serial killers and unsolved murders are becoming more and more popular.

While giving back to the community shouldn’t be just a once-a-year occurrence, Thanksgiving is the perfect reminder to remember those in need.

Each year, activists and health officials from across the country and world gather in DC for the International Conference on Stigma.

We set our clocks to “fall back” recently, meaning an extra hour gained in theory. Reality is, daylight saving time in spring and fall has a much larger effect on our bodies and general health.

Pumpkin spice lattes. Pumpkin pie. Pumpkin cookies. It’s already November, so we’re officially in the season of pumpkin-flavored everything.

If you are a fan of “The Office,” then you may have heard rumors of a new podcast, starring Jenna Fischer (receptionist turned saleswoman Pam Beesly) and BFF Angela Kinsey (accountant Angela Martin).

The tomb in the center remains vacant, with an inscription reading “Honoring and Keeping Faith with America’s Missing Servicemen.”

Medicaid has changed dramatically over the past decade, assisting 75 million vulnerable Americans. Next month,…

The last thing you want to do during your hard-earned Labor Day weekend is more work, so we went ahead and did the research for you. Here are a few things to do this weekend in DC:

About 45% of all births in the United States are paid for by Medicaid. And…

Since its founding by Laura Bush and James H. Billington in 2001, the Library of Congress National Book Festival has been hosting some of the nation’s most renowned authors, poets and illustrators each year to discuss their works with fans and foster a love of reading.

The National Museum of African American History & Culture in Washington, DC, tells America’s story.

Three must-see exhibits:

Struggling to find healthy recipes for work? Check out these healthy lunch ideas from blogger Laura Fuentes.

Adventures await in Denali National Park and Preserve and the Alaska Railroad’s Denali Star Train makes the journey just as fun. Daily departures run from Anchorage and Fairbanks.

For three years, I’ve written the same words on Airbnb’s reservation field that says “tell your host why you’re in town.”

This week marks 50 years since Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin became the first humans to ever set foot on the moon, and DC is celebrating all week to commemorate the anniversary.

Skip the pricey theaters and head to one of DC’s many outdoor movie nights – the perfect end to a warm summer night.

Yoga boasts a number of health benefits – from increased flexibility to energy – but it often comes at a high price. If you’re looking to practice yoga without breaking the bank, here are a few complimentary yoga classes happening this summer in DC and Northern Virginia.

Juggling multiple responsibilities is hard, and maintaining your mental health through it all is even harder. With so much on our plates, it’s easy to neglect ourselves and forget to set aside time to breathe. Here are some tips to implement self-care tactics into your everyday life.

Leveraging off The 100 Companies’ success in 20 geographical markets from Denali to Dubai and our launch of The Travel 100, our publishing network expanded last week into a second industry vertical: The Association 100.

DC JazzFest (June 7-16): Eleven days of performances at venues all over the district, as well as neighborhoods, with the Jazz in the ’Hoods concert series.

Yesterday was the grand opening of Carving Room’s sister restaurant, CR NoMa. The new Mediterranean spot serves deli classics, Moroccan-inspired dishes and imported fried Moroccan “cigars.”

Lately, safety concerns related to ride-hailing apps like Uber and Lyft have increased. These apps offer so much convenience, but they also demand extra responsibilities. Remember these safety tips:

While you may think of camping sites, lodges and cabins for park accommodations, some offer lodging a bit more out-of-the box. We recently stayed in a 1970s barrel cabin in Unicoi State Park in North Georgia, so named because it’s shaped like a giant barrel.

Many in our society are focusing on making their lives greener. But for some, the concept seems so vast that it’s hard to understand the lingo.

I hadn’t seen a $2 bill for years when I noticed schoolmate Rip Black tipping with them. Having loved them since attending its 1976 re-introduction, I adopted Rip’s paean to Mr. Jefferson, tipping with them since. I gave one to an Uber driver recently – he stared at it, announcing, “This one’s going in the wallet!”

Whether your mother prefers a brunch aboard a cruise ship or one set to live music, there’s a brunch for every kind of mom in DC this Mother’s Day. Here are a few ideas.

In anticipation of the grand reopening of its L’Enfant Plaza location, the International Spy Museum has organized a scavenger hunt for locals to explore decades of DC spy history.

Cinco de Mayo might traditionally be a Mexican holiday commemorating the historic victory over the French Empire in 1862, but to most Americans today, it’s just an excuse to indulge in margaritas and tacos. Here are our top DC and Northern Virginia picks for celebrating on May 5.

News broke this month that DC’s professional tennis team, the Kastles, will be playing this season on the roof of Union Market.