Welcome to the online version of From the Politics Desk, a newsletter that brings you the NBC News Politics team’s latest reporting and analysis from the White House, Capitol Hill and the campaign trail. In today’s edition, Kristen Welker outlines the stakes for the in-person meeting between President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin, their first since 2019, as …
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Adidas footwear, apparel and accessories are up to 68% off on Amazon today
Somehow August is already almost over, which means it’s time to start refreshing our wardrobe for fall. If you’re looking for a fresh pair of sneakers, new staple wardrobe pieces or back-to-school accessories, Adidas products are up to 68% off on Amazon for a limited time. Below, I’ve selected a few of the best Adidas deals worth purchasing while they …
Read More »Sur La Table is having a huge sale right now: Get up to 70% off Le Creuset, Staub and more
Sur La Table is any home cook’s paradise, especially since it has a treasure trove of high-quality cookware and kitchen accessories from top brands like Le Creuset, Staub, All-Clad and more. Right now, the retailer is having a Cookware Essentials Sale, which includes deals on Dutch ovens, stainless steel roasting pans, cast-iron skillets, baking dishes and much more. Below, I’ve …
Read More »Pennsylvania restaurant employees say ICE raid left a trail of destruction for the business
A local Mexican restaurant chain in Pennsylvania is trying to forge ahead a week after a worksite immigration raid left property damage at two of its storefronts and a workforce afraid to show up to their jobs, according to two employees and a witness who spoke with NBC News. It all started Aug. 7 when immigration authorities showed up at two …
Read More »D.C. attorney general sues over federal takeover of local police
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Read More »Missouri resident hospitalized with ‘brain-eating’ infection possibly linked to water skiing, officials say
A Missouri resident has been hospitalized with what health officials described as a deadly “brain-eating infection” after possibly waterskiing in a local lake. The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services said in a Wednesday news release that the patient — who they have not identified — appears to have been exposed to a Naegleria fowleri. The agency described Naegleria …
Read More »The best way to organize all of your shoes (sneakers, boots, heels and more)
As the seasons change, it’s usually a good reminder to swap out your clothes. But while you’re in your closet, take a good look at the shoes, sneakers and heels scattered all over the floor and consider whether you want to keep them or donate them. If you decide you want to keep them, a shoe rack could help. We …
Read More »Jeff Bezos mother, Jacklyn Gise Bezos, dies at 78
Amazon founder Jeff Bezos’ mother, Jacklyn Gise Bezos, has died following a battle with Lewy body dementia, he announced on Instagram. She was 78. Gise Bezos died in her Miami home on Thursday, according to the Bezos Scholars Program, a foundation she started with her husband, Mike Bezos. “After a long fight with Lewy Body Dementia, she passed away today, …
Read More »E.l.f. Cosmetics issues statement after Matt Rife ad ignites backlash
A recent e.l.f. Cosmetics ad featuring Matt Rife has sparked controversy online due to the comedian’s contentious past. In the beauty brand’s new commercial, Rife and drag queen Heidi N Closet star as attorneys responsible for protecting consumers from the “beauty injustice” of overpriced makeup. Following the ad’s Aug. 11 release, fans have a lot to say about e.l.f.’s decision …
Read More »Rapper Sean Kingston to be sentenced to prison for wire fraud
Rapper Sean Kingston will be sentenced to federal prison on Friday after a jury found him and his mother guilty of wire fraud earlier this year. Kingston, whose real name is Kisean Anderson, and his mother, Janice Turner, were found guilty of organized fraud and grand theft charges in May for defrauding businesses of more than $1 million. Kingston, 35, …
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