House panel releases report on sexual misconduct allegations against Matt Gaetz Among other accusations, the committee found Gaetz engaged in sexual activity with a 17-year-old girl and used or possessed illegal drugs on multiple occasions. Gaetz fiercely denied the allegations. Lexie Schapitl
For young adults, caregiving isn't just hard. It can shape you for life Caregiving responsibilities can cut young people off from peers and interrupt their emerging life story. And there's been little research or support directed at this group. That's starting to change. Kat McGowan
'We are not California': New Jersey dealers push back on electric truck rules Vehicle dealers are pushing back on rules that would increase the number of electric trucks sold in New Jersey. It could be a preview of a brewing fight over state rules about cars. Camila Domonoske
The fun — and confusion — of celebrating Christmas and Hanukkah on the same date Christmas and Hanukkah rarely fall on the same date, but this year they do. One mixed-faith family in Oakland, Calif., doubles down for double whammy holiday. Chloe Veltman
Biden commutes sentences of 37 federal death row prisoners Opponents of the death penalty had urged President Biden to take this step, given the number of executions that took place during President-elect Donald Trump's first term. Deepa Shivaram
Undocumented people are among most vulnerable to climate-infused disasters Many undocumented people are not eligible for federal financial disaster aid and several remain fearful even when help is offered. Nate Perez
Why Trump's tariffs on Mexico would mean higher avocado prices at the grocery store Most avocados consumed in the U.S. are grown in Mexico. Here's what Trump's proposed tariffs would mean for prices at the grocery store and for the avocado industry. James Doubek
'May love rest gently in your broken heart': What to say to a grieving friend When a good friend's loved one passes away, it can be hard to find the right thing to say. NPR readers share words of comfort they've shared with others — or wish they'd heard themselves. Malaka Gharib
The Reddit community revives the holiday spirit after popular Secret Santa events end Swapping presents with strangers on the internet is a favorite pastime for many Reddit users. After two popular holiday gift exchanges ended, bereft merrymakers are set on keeping the tradition going. Emma Bowman
