Is this viral skincare ingredient the secret to youthful, glowing skin? Derms weigh in

Though they’re already a popular medical-grade treatment in Korea, exosomes are quickly flooding the at-home skin care space in the United States. It’s the latest trend on what seems like every skin care brand’s radar, and because it promises youthful, glowing skin, reduced inflammation and better overall skin health, you may even be able to … Read more

Should you worry about what’s in your shampoo during pregnancy? Experts weigh in

Pregnancy may bring about a streak of good hair days for some— courtesy of hormones making hair stronger, longer and less likely to shed — that doesn’t mean you have to stick with the status quo ahead of your due date. Dr. Camila K. Janniger, a board-certified dermatologist in Wallington, NJ, says hair and scalp … Read more

DHS could weigh immigrants’ use of Medicaid, food and housing help in green card decisions

In a move that will place hundreds of thousands of green card applicants under broader scrutiny each year, the Trump administration is allowing immigration officers to consider whether some applicants have used taxpayer-funded benefits — including Medicaid, food stamps and housing assistance — when determining whether they qualify for permanent legal status. The Department of … Read more

What credit score do you need for the lowest mortgage rates right now? Experts weigh in

Mortgage rates aren’t set in stone, meaning you could snag a lower rate if you have a great credit score. jayk7/Getty Images  Mortgage rates have finally settled in. After a volatile end to 2025 — and an uncertain start to 2026 — mortgage rate fluctuations have started to mellow out. While minor changes have occurred, … Read more

Should cats eat wet food, dry food or both? Vets weigh the pros and cons

Once cats are a year old, it’s typically time to transition them from kitten food to adult food. Because there are dozens of options on the market, deciding what to feed your pet can be difficult. Should you feed your cat wet food, dry food or both? And how can you guarantee that the food … Read more

California still hasn’t released Newsom’s Baby2Baby diaper contract as lawmakers weigh longer public records delays

California’s delayed release of its Baby2Baby contract is casting a shadow over the state’s new Golden State Diaper program. Two months after Gov. Gavin Newsom announced a controversial multimillion-dollar state diaper contract with Baby2Baby, a nonprofit with existing ties to the Newsom administration and the First Partner, Californians still have not been allowed to see … Read more

Supreme Court to weigh Arizona’s proof-of-citizenship voting law

WASHINGTON — Taking up a new case touching on Republican warnings about alleged election fraud, the Supreme Court on Monday agreed to consider whether Arizona rules requiring voters to show proof of citizenship when registering to vote violate federal law. Limited time: Save 25% on NBC News subscription Get exclusive reporting, live Q&As and ad-free … Read more

Is silver a better investment than gold this summer? Experts weigh in

When it comes to precious metal investments, one option could prevail this summer, experts say. Constantine Johnny/Getty Images Gold prices have dropped substantially over the last few months — a stark contrast from the record-setting run-up the precious metal saw late last year. There are many reasons for the drop in gold prices, but high … Read more

Supreme Court to weigh rights of federal prison inmates to sue over lack of medical treatment

WASHINGTON — Taking up a case that could further erode the rights of people to sue federal officers for constitutional violations, the Supreme Court on Monday agreed to consider whether a prison inmate could sue a nurse for failing to provide medical assistance after a riot. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access … Read more