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President-elect Donald Trump on Monday selected former Rep. Lee Zeldin of New York to oversee the Environmental Protection Agency in his administration. In a statement announcing the appointment, Trump described the former four-term House Republican from Long Island as "a true fighter for America First policies." "He will ensure fair and swift deregulatory decisions that will be enacted in a way to unleash the power of American businesses, while at the same time maintaining the highest environmental standards, including the cleanest air and water on the planet," Trump said. "He will set new standards on environmental review and maintenance, that will allow the United States to grow in a healthy and well-structured way." Zeldin said it was "an honor to join President ...

If you’re on a budget this holiday season, don’t stress. There are plenty of useful , exciting gifts under $25 you can buy without having to compromise on holiday cheer. Even when capping my spending, I try to gift things I know the recipient will use and love. For kids, that usually means interactive toys. For my boyfriend, I look for cozy clothing and accessories he’ll actually wear, and for my parents , the latest tech that’ll make their lives easier. Even though they’re thoughtful and practical, none of these foolproof gift ideas cost more than $25. SKIP AHEAD The best gifts under $25 in 2024 | Why trust NBC Select? Selected. Our top picks Best overall Leatherology Leather Cord Wrap...

The former CVS clerk charged in the 2017 killing of two middle school girls was convicted of murder Monday in a case that shook the small Indiana town of Delphi. The jury’s decision came after a four-week trial in which Richard Allen, 52, pleaded not guilty to murder charges in the Feb. 13, 2017 slayings of close friends Abigail Williams, 13, and Liberty German, 14. Allen is scheduled to be sentenced on Dec. 20. A gag order remained in effect after the verdict, NBC affiliate WTHR of Indianapolis reported. A spokesperson for Indiana State Police, which investigated the killings, declined to comment because of the order, according to the station. "This isn't over at all," Allen's wife tearfully told reporters, WTHR reported. The jury heard from dozens of witnesses who t...

If you’re a frequent Walmart shopper, the perks of a Walmart Plus membership — like free unlimited deliveries and mobile scan and go– can save you time and money, especially during Black Friday and Cyber Monday. If you're thinking about getting a membership, don't wait too long: for a limited time, you can get an annual membership for just $49 — that's 50% off the regular price. Keep reading for more info on the membership benefits. SKIP AHEAD What is Walmart Plus? | How much does Walmart Plus cost? | What is Walmart+ Assist? | What are the benefits of Walmart Plus? | How does Walmart Plus compare to Amazon Prime? | Why trust NBC Select? Related ...

Pitchfork announced that its annual Chicago music festival would not return in 2025. In an announcement on social media and on its website, the music publication said it made the decision after assessing the rapidly evolving "music festival landscape." It did not elaborate further. "This decision was not made lightly," Pitchfork wrote. “For 19 years, Pitchfork Music Festival has been a celebration of music, art, and community—a space where memories were made, voices were amplified, and the shared love of music brought us all together." The news comes following major changes at the publication this year. In January, the magazine's parent company Condé Nast merged the publication with men’s magazine GQ, according to Variety . The merger resulted in layoffs. R...

Five people are dead after multiple shootings that took place in three different homes in Wichita, Kansas. Just before 6 p.m. on Sunday, a 911 call reported a shooting on the 1700 block of Santa Fe, according to NBC affiliate in Wichita KSN . Officers responding to the residence found a man dead from an apparent gunshot wound, the Wichita Police Department said in a statement. Shortly after, officers conducted a follow-up at another home just over half a mile away from the initial shooting scene. There, officers said they discovered three additional victims with apparent gunshot wounds, the statement said. Police then canvassed the neighborhood. One officer looked through the window of another home and discovered what appeared to be another victim in the living room, acc...

The former CVS clerk charged in the 2017 killing of two middle school girls was convicted of murder Monday in a case that shook the small Indiana town of Delphi. The jury’s decision came after a four-week trial in which Richard Allen, 52, pleaded not guilty to murder charges in the Feb. 13, 2017 slayings of close friends Abigail Williams, 13, and Liberty German, 14. Allen is scheduled to be sentenced on Dec. 20. A gag order remained in effect after the verdict, NBC affiliate WTHR of Indianapolis reported. A spokesperson for Indiana State Police, which investigated the killings, declined to comment because of the order, according to the station. "This isn't over at all," Allen's wife tearfully told reporters, WTHR reported. The jury heard from dozens of witnesses who t...

New York City Mayor Eric Adams asked a judge on Monday to set an earlier trial date in his federal corruption case next year, arguing the current date would impede Adams’ participation in his mayoral reelection campaign, according to court documents. In a letter to the court, Adams’ lawyer, Alex Spiro, requested the trial to begin weeks earlier on April 1, rather than later that month. Spiro said the current late-May conclusion of the trial would take place one month before ballots are cast in the Democratic primary and sideline Adams "for the vast majority of his remaining reelection campaign, during many of the most important moments.” “An earlier trial date will ensure that Mayor Adams’s speedy trial rights are upheld, that the Mayor will be able to fully participate ...

Seven years ago, the bodies of two teenage girls were discovered near a hiking trail outside the small Indiana town of Delphi. The case remained unsolved for years, and authorities have offered few details publicly about why Richard Allen, a onetime pharmacy employee charged in the murder s of Liberty German , 14, and Abigail Williams , 13 — known as Libby and Abby — is believed to have killed them. Allen, 52, was convicted Nov. 11 in the teens' deaths . He is set to be sentenced in December for four counts: felony murder for the killing of Abigail while attempting to commit kidnapping; felony Murder for the killing of Liberty; murder for knowingly killing Abigail; and murder for knowingly killing Liberty. Lawyers for Allen have s...