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Washington According to the mother of a rioter who was slain during the attack on the U.S. Capitol, President-elect Donald Trump called her this week and told the defendants in the Jan. 6 incident that he loved them and advised them to "keep their chins up." At a nightly vigil outside the D.C. jail on Wednesday in support of the Jan. 6 defendants, Ashli Babbit's mother, Micki Witthoeft, said that Trump had called her while she was in the back of an Uber with two other Jan. 6 defendant supporters, returning from placing flowers in her daughter's honor. Witthoeft claims that when Trump was asked if he had a message for the defendants on January 6, he responded, "Tell them I love them, to keep their chins up." "I know that he is still thinking about these guys, and I have a feeling it is go...

Washington A federal judge in Kentucky has declared that the Biden administration's Title IX regulations that expanded protections for LGBTQ students were unconstitutional nationwide because they exceeded the president's authority. U.S. District Judge Danny C. Reeves declared the 1,500-page rule to be terminally infected by legal flaws and threw it out in a ruling on Thursday. Following a flurry of legal challenges by Republican states, the rule had already been stopped in 26 states. Donald Trump, the president-elect, made anti-transgender themes a major campaign topic and earlier pledged to repeal the regulations immediately. Tennessee, Kentucky, Indiana, Ohio, Virginia, and West Virginia brought the lawsuit that led to the ruling. It was referred to as a rejection of the Biden administ...

According to Dr. Carl Fichtenbaum, a clinical medicine professor at the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine, wearing a face mask in public is one of the greatest methods to prevent contracting and transmitting diseases including COVID-19, the flu, RSV, and the common cold. It can be difficult to decide which kind to use, though; you can use a respirator like a N95 or KN95, a disposable mask, or a reusable cloth mask. According to Dr. Sharon Nachman, head of the pediatric infectious diseases division at Stony Brook Children's Hospital, the best mask is ultimately the one you choose to wear. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the best protection is provided by a respirator. However, she asserts that donning a throwaway mask is preferable to doing nothing at...

Welcome to the online edition of From the Politics Desk, an evening email that provides you with the most recent coverage and commentary from the campaign trail, Capitol Hill, and the White House by the NBC News Politics team. Senior national political writer Sahil Kapur explores how a Senate vote on Thursday might have indicated a Democratic rethink of immigration in today's edition. Jonathan Allen, a senior national political reporter, also discusses the closest connection between the Monroe Doctrine and Donald Trump's annexation goal. Register here to get this newsletter delivered to your inbox each daily. Democrats recalibrate on immigration after bruising defeat to Trump By Sahil Kapur In the early days of the new Congress, Democrats are readjusting their stance on immigrati...

Face masks are still an excellent piece of personal protective equipment to have at home, even if fewer people wear them now than during the COVID-19 pandemic. Particularly if you're coughing and sneezing, they can assist shield those around you from harm and help you avoid getting sick. Although there are numerous options for face masks, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention state that respirators that fit properly provide the highest level of protection. Although some people find N95 respirators uncomfortable, experts consider them to be the best face mask available. A more comfortable option may be premium KN95 masks, which provide comparable protection. I consulted specialists regarding KN95 mask buying and compiled a list of a few products that adhere to their recommendations...

In the Los Angeles area, deadly wildfires have destroyed neighborhoods and forced tens of thousands of people running for their lives. As firefighters and the National Guard attempt to contain the large fires, smoke from the fires has spread for miles. Go here to watch live broadcast. View images of the California wildfires before and after:

When it comes to retirement savings, many Americans are worried and perplexed. Among those issues is the question of how much money households should set away in order to give themselves a good chance of financial security as they age. According to a 2024 survey by the Bipartisan Policy Center, over half of Americans don't believe they will be able to retire when they want to and maintain a good lifestyle. Given that retirement savings is an imprecise science, it is simple to understand why people are uncertain about themselves. According to Philip Chao, a licensed financial advisor and the creator of Experiential Wealth, a company situated in Cabin John, Maryland, it's quite difficult to answer that question. According to Chao, each person's response is unique. No magic number exists. Wh...

One of the best strategies I've found to control my spending, as I'm an undiagnosed shopaholic, is to only shop at my favorite stores during their big bargains. One of my favorite clothing brands, Reformation, is currently having a huge sale with up to 70% off of a wide range of items, including numerous winter essentials, shoes, and bags. Currently on sale are coats, boots, cashmere and wool sweaters, and a range of denim shapes and washes. I advise carefully reviewing the sizing information before checking out because every reduced item is final sale. Every product has the option of free shipping or in-store pickup, although not all hues are on sale. All of the items on this list are either items that our editors own or have been eyeing, or they are manufactured from high-end materials l...

Pregnancy has many effects on your body and daily life, but its effects on your skin care routine are frequently disregarded.Not only can pregnancy cause your oily skin to abruptly turn dry and low-maintenance skin to become more sensitive, but it can also alter the kinds of substances you can use on your face and body without risk. Our experts advise that oral retinol and salicylic acid both have the potential to cause birth abnormalities at certain dosages, so you should talk to your doctor about using these chemicals topically. I talked to doctors about substances to avoid and things to know while shopping so that you may find the best pregnancy-safe products to tackle your changing skin concerns, such as moisturizers and acne treatments. GO Ahead and SkipThe top 2025 pregnancy-safe ski...

Among the several face masks available, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention state that N95 respirators are the most protective. They fit snugly on your face to minimize gaps around the sides, chin, and nose area, and they are made to filter out at least 95% of small and large airborne particles. Additionally, compared to comparable international respirators like KN95s and KF94s, N95s are easier to find because they are regulated in the US by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH). Although most individuals use the terms mask and respirator interchangeably, the CDC and medical experts expressly refer to fitted face coverings with certified filtration, such as N95s, KN95s, and KF94s, when they use the term respirator. I talked to medical professionals ab...