Some staff members at the Food and Drug Administration are considering a quick exit as Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is being floated as a potential health official in the incoming Trump administration, according to three former and one current government official who were granted anonymity to speak freely about sensitive issues. The former officials are still in touch with colleagues who work at the FDA. Staff turnover is typical when a new administration comes in, and a significant number of FDA employees similarly considered leaving before President-elect Donald Trump’s first term in office, said one former and one current official. At the time, there were also concerns about what the FDA would look like under the first Trump administration. But there ended up being “relatively lit...

The Onion, the satirical news company that repeatedly spoofed conspiracy theorist Alex Jones, has won the bankruptcy auction for control over his media empire — most notably Infowars, the far-right, conspiracy-minded website that served as Jones’ primary online platform. Jones announced the sale on X on Thursday morning. “I just got word 15 minutes ago that my lawyers and folks met with the U.S. trustee over our bankruptcy this morning and they said they are shutting us down even without a court order this morning,” Jones said. “I don’t know what’s going to happen, but I’m going to be here until they come and turn the lights off,” he added. The Onion plans to shutter Jones’ Infowars and rebuild the website featuring well-known internet humor writers and content cr...

What to watch in Washington today President-elect Donald Trump continues to build out his Cabinet ahead of his inauguration, announcing three picks yesterday, including Rep. Matt Gaetz , R-Fla., to be attorney general. The selection of Gaetz, who offered his resignation after the announcement, stunned many Senate Republicans , who warned his road to confirmation is not likely to be smooth. A gathering of the Conservative Political Action Conference kicks off at Trump's Mar-a-Lago residence in Florida today. Scheduled speakers include Argentine President Javier Milei ; Matt Whitaker, previously viewed as a candidate to become Trump's attorney general; and others. President Joe Biden is preparing to attend his f...

If we could give the Apple AirTag an award, we would. Oh, wait, we did already — multiple times (e.g. Best Bluetooth Tracker for Travel awards and a Giftable Tech award ). It’s a great Bluetooth tracker that we have reviewed extensively. The Apple AirTag is also on sale for its lowest price ever . A single Apple AirTag usually retails for $29 but is currently 34% off, bringing the price down to $19. The beauty of the Apple AirTag is how adaptable it can be. “I use Apple AirTags for all kinds of travel: everything from international trips to commuting to work,” says Rabinowitz. He has one in his work backpack, his suitcase and his keys. You can use the Apple FindMy app to pinpoint the exact location of your AirTag if it’s within 30 feet. The app will po...

Although Black Friday is still weeks away, Walmart shoppers can get started early on their holiday shopping. From now until Nov. 17, the retailer is hosting its early Black Friday Deals event, where you can shop deals of up to 70% off across categories including tech, beauty and skincare, home and kitchen products and more. For a limited time, you can also get a Walmart Plus membership for 50% off. As an associate SEO reporter for NBC Select, I’ve been covering sale events at Walmart for over a year. I combed through discounts to find the best early Walmart Black Friday deals actually worth shopping. Each one I recommend below is highly rated and at least 20% off. I’ll continue to update this list throughout the event with new deals as they arrive. ...

What to watch in Washington today President-elect Donald Trump continues to build out his Cabinet ahead of his inauguration, announcing three picks yesterday, including Rep. Matt Gaetz , R-Fla., to be attorney general. The selection of Gaetz, who offered his resignation after the announcement, stunned many Senate Republicans , who warned his road to confirmation is not likely to be smooth. A gathering of the Conservative Political Action Conference kicks off at Trump's Mar-a-Lago residence in Florida today. Scheduled speakers include Argentine President Javier Milei ; Matt Whitaker, previously viewed as a candidate to become Trump's attorney general; and others. President Joe Biden is preparing to head tomorro...