While the US is still slower to adopt new sunscreen filters than other countries, as far as texture goes, formulas will continue to improve in the new year, according to all of the dermatologists we interviewed. “Brands are in continuous pursuit of silky, lightweight textures that feel luxurious, making them easier and more enjoyable to … Read more
Brian Thompson, the 50-year-old CEO of UnitedHealthcare, was gunned down Wednesday morning in what police have described as a “premeditated, preplanned, targeted attack.” The crime has evoked widespread shock and condemnation. But it has also exposed—in an occasionally sadistic fashion—the profound depths of Americans’ rage toward their broken health care system. “The jokes about the … Read more
As I write this, my hair is tied up in a ponytail. But unlike Zendaya, my ponytail is more “need to get my hair out of my face for the work day” and less “attending a red carpet event in a Louis Vuitton gown.” That said, there’s more in common with our ponytails than you … Read more
Vice President Kamala Harris and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz broke their post-election silence on Tuesday afternoon, addressing volunteers and donors in a 13-minute video that was upbeat but light on self-reflection. Unlike some of her advisors, Harris seems unready to publicly address why her campaign against Donald Trump failed despite a demonstrably better ground game. … Read more
Even tech billionaire Elon Musk sounds surprised by his high perch in Donald Trump’s second administration: “I still can’t believe DOGE is real 🤣🤣,” he wrote Monday, referring to his nascent government efficiency commission. Over the past week, Musk and co-chair Vivek Ramaswamy have begun interviewing staff for their advisory panel, The Washington Post reports, … Read more
Even some of Donald Trump’s allies are reportedly alarmed by his latest nominees—particularly his choice of Matt Gaetz to lead the Justice Department. Gaetz, a far-right provocateur and MAGA loyalist, was already unpopular on Capitol Hill for spearheading a campaign to remove former House Speaker Kevin McCarthy over a year ago. And that was before … Read more
As President-elect Donald Trump staffs his new administration with a motley crew of MAGA loyalists, some hangers-on have apparently gotten the impression that anyone can serve in the White House now. And it’s not entirely clear if they’re mistaken. On Wednesday, Politico reported that a series of MAGA influencers and other sycophants have begun publicly … Read more
Republican officials are finally ready to acknowledge that US elections are, in fact, secure—four years after they began falsely claiming otherwise and one week after their guy won at the polls. “Fraud and irregularity” were “limited” this time, House Speaker Mike Johnson said during a Tuesday press conference. The election was “free and fair,” confirmed … Read more
Donald Trump is pledging to make good on his immigration crackdown campaign promise when he takes office—no matter the cost. “There is no price tag,” he told NBC News on Thursday, saying he has “no choice” but to carry out his plans to conduct what he’s described as “the largest deportation effort in American history.” … Read more
Progressive governors and attorneys general are already moving to defy Donald Trump two months before the president-elect retakes the Oval Office. In California, Governor Gavin Newsom called on lawmakers Thursday to convene a special session aimed at “Trump-proofing” state laws. New York Governor Kathy Hochul announced a statewide initiative to combat “policy and regulatory threats” … Read more
