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Web use found to help seniors fight depression

Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2009

The Internet is a mixed bag of good, bad and ugly for the general population. Not so for seniors, though, among whom the Internet is credited with reducing depression, according to a new report.

Ethiopian dishes add spice to nation's capital

Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2009

The District has moved well beyond its old reputation as the capital of bland meat-and-potatoes dining, but it's still not known for its ethnic cuisines. That misperception needs to change, says Jeff Swedarsky, director of DC Metro Food Tours(www.dcmetrofood tours.com).

DINING: Xing needs more Spice

Indian fare light on zest and fusion

Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2009

The rave reviews showered on Spice Xing inspired us to go to Rockville Town Square. Also, one of the owners is Sudhir Seth, who is behind the fabulous Passage to India restaurant in Bethesda.

Bad times, good deals

Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2009

The holiday season and its companion -- holiday travel -- are fast approaching. In these belt-tightening times, what's the cheapest way to go?

Why stop at 100?

Life spans may extend dramatically

Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2009

Old is definitely the new young. A report on increased life expectancy published in the peer-reviewed British medical journal the Lancet earlier this month predicts that more than half of all babies born today will reach their 100th birthdays.

Bad times, good deals

Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2009

Why wait to lose weight? Get a head start before the calorie-laden holiday season with these free fitness and diet ideas from John Rowley, a director at the American Institute of Healthcare and Fitness.

Bad times, good deals

Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2009

Halloween costumes, candy and decorations can become frighteningly expensive.

Rich patterns in latte

Coffee awakens artistry

Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2009

What's in a cup of coffee? A lot more than a caffeine fix, apparently. It's art, community, sustainability -- and yes, caffeine -- all rolled into one, as showcased on a recent evening when local baristas conducted their monthly latte-art throwdown.

More money needed for nutritious school meals

Increased spending would help prevent diseases

Sunday, Oct. 11, 2009

"An apple a day keeps the doctor away," the old saying goes. The problem — of course — is Americans in general are just not that into fresh fruit and vegetables. Kids are no different.