Author: Grace Thompson

On the day after the election, Nov. 6, X experienced its largest user exodus since Elon Musk bought the platform in 2022. And now, users are flooding to alternative text-based social media apps like Bluesky and Instagram’s Threads. Those numbers appear to be climbing, as users and brands like The Guardian and Don Lemon continue to announce their departures from the platform. NBC News spoke to six people who have joined or committed to using Threads and Bluesky in place of X after the election because of Musk. Each of them cited growing issues on X, including bots , partisan advertisements and harassment , which they all felt reached a tipping point when Donald Trump was elected president last week with Musk’s support. Musk has since joined Trump on ...

If you’re doing it right, you should spend at least 28 minutes a week brushing your teeth — using an electric toothbrush helps you make the most of that time. It offers a deeper clean than a manual toothbrush since it does the scrubbing for you, and it’s better at breaking up biofilm that can later turn into plaque. I consulted dentists about how to shop for an electric toothbrush and used their guidance to recommend models from brands like Oral-B , Philips Sonicare and Quip . Many of our electric toothbrush recommendations come from NBC Select staffers who’ve tried them. SKIP AHEAD How I picked the best electric toothbrushes | The best electric toothbrushes of 2024 | Why trust NBC Select? Selecte...

If you’ve been using a synthetic or natural loofah, it might be time for an upgrade — preferably to something that doesn’t harbor loads of bacteria, according to dermatologists. Although loofahs can help gently exfoliate your skin and provide a rich lather when paired with your body wash , there are some underlying risks. “In general, loofahs are not necessary to use in the shower and may come with associated risks [like] microtraumas on the skin and, if not properly cared for or replaced, can lead to the risk of mold or bacteria,” says Dr. Marisa Garshick , a board-certified dermatologist at MDCS Dermatology: Medical Dermatology & Cosmetic Surgery. To help you decide which exfoliating and cleansing products to use instead, I spoke to board-certified dermat...

San Antonio Spurs’ coach Gregg Popovich suffered a stroke earlier this month, the team announced on Wednesday. Popovich, 75, who has won five championships with the franchise , had a mild stroke on Nov. 2 at the team’s home arena, the Frost Bank Center, the team said on X . “Popovich, who has already started a rehabilitation program, is expected to make a full recovery,” the team said. “At this point, a timeline for his return to the sidelines has not been determined.” Popovich, one of the most successful coaches in the history of the NBA, has won titles with the Spurs in 1999, 2003, 2005, 2007 and 2014. He’s been named "Coach of the Year" three times, in 2003, 2012 and 2014. He was also head coach for USA Basketball’s men’s team from 2017 to 2020, winning a gold ...

No matter who you’re shopping for, putting thought into a great gift will make anyone on your list feel special. One way to do so is to opt for a creative personalized gift, such as engraved jewelry, monogrammed pajamas or even a unique picture frame. To help you find the best personalized gifts to show that you care we curated customizable gifts across a variety of categories and price points and ages —we have stuff for men, women and childrenKeep in mind that customizations usually aren’t fast and we recommend paying particular attention to processing timelines when ordering. SKIP AHEAD The personalized gifts in 2024 | Why trust NBC Select? Selected. Our top picks: Best overall Frameo Digital Picture Frama ...

For years I avoided bar soaps because I only associated them with my skin feeling tight and dry, something I wanted to avoid at any cost. Instead, I relied on liquid body washes or shower oils . While reporting and testing bar soaps for this story, I noticed a shift in many of their formulas — they’re not as drying as I always thought and work as well as a traditional body wash. (That dryness typically came from formulas with unbalanced pH levels — something many brands have now adjusted for, according to Dr. William Huang , a board-certified dermatologist and adjunct professor at Duke University.) To help debunk common bar soap misconceptions, I spoke to three board-certified dermatologists about their advantages over body washes and what to consider when shopping...

WASHINGTON — Over the last two years, a narrow Republican House majority has fought bitterly over everything from electing a speaker, keeping the government functioning and even passing symbolic messaging bills. Those divisions led to one of the least productive congresses in modern times. Now, Republicans have clinched at least 218 seats to win a House majority, NBC News projects , but it’ll be another small one. And this time the stakes are much higher, as the party seizes full control of Washington under President-elect Donald Trump with high expectations from voters. Will the party be able to unify, govern and deliver this time? “The House has always been a chaotic place, will always be a chaotic place. Anyone who thinks it’s going to be smooth sailing has never ...

The chief financial officer of Trump Media and two other corporate insiders sold more than $16 million worth of company stock in the week following the presidential election, according to new disclosures . Most of the stock was sold by CFO Phillip Juhan , who in August adopted a trading plan that revealed his intention to sell 400,000 DJT shares by December 2025. Trump Media director Eric Swider and Scott Glabe, the company’s general counsel, each sold fewer shares of the company, whose majority owner Donald Trump was elected president on Nov. 5. Trump Media, which operates the Truth Social app, has a market capitalization of $6.3 billion despite reporting revenue of slightly more than just $1 million in the thi...

Inflation is drifting down in fits and starts , and so are restaurant menu prices. Consumer prices were 2.6% higher in October than the same time a year ago, according to federal data released Wednesday, up slightly from September’s 2.4% annual rate. But while the “last mile” in the fight against inflation has proved slow going, dining out costs are moving in a more affordable direction. The prices of food purchased away from home rose just 0.2% from September to October, down from 0.3% the previous two months, as restaurants ease up on price hikes. About 34% of operators told Toast that they’ve still raised prices over the past year, compared with 42% last year, the point-of-sale software provider found in a survey it released late last month. “If you think back to ...

They say good things come in small packages, and when it comes to blind boxes, I absolutely agree. Blind boxes contain collectible merch, usually figurines, that remain unknown to the recipient until they open it. Not only are they fun to collect, they’re also great gifts — each box has a surprise inside, making what might be a stressful gifting process enjoyable for everyone involved. Below, I compiled a range of options that’ll delight anyone in your life, whether they’re a dedicated collector or a total blind box newbie. SKIP AHEAD The best blind box gifts for in 2024 | Why trust NBC Select? Selected. Our top picks Best overall blind box Sonny Angel Vegetable Series $undefined ...