Why are tweens suddenly obsessed with skin care?

Plus, the story behind the viral Stanley cup craze. January 10, 2024 | [VIEW IN BROWSER](   THIS IS TODAY January 10, 2024 [VIEW IN BROWSER]( THIS IS TODAY Questions are raised after it was revealed that Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin was in the intensive care unit following surgery for prostate cancer. Plus, why drink tumblers made by a 110-year-old camping gear company are suddenly everywhere, and whether parents should be worried about tweens' fixation with skin care.   The Latest   [Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin has been diagnosed with prostate cancer.]( Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin was [diagnosed with prostate cancer]( last month and developed a urinary tract infection from a procedure he underwent to treat it, officials at Walter Reed National Military Center said. Austin, 70, [remained in the hospital]( yesterday after being admitted on Jan. 1, and his stay has included a trip to the intensive care unit. The Defense Department took [three days to inform the White House]( about Austin's hospitalization, prompting criticism from lawmakers. Austin's cancer was detected early and his prognosis is "excellent," officials said. [Here's the latest](. [🥤The]([Stanley cup craze: How a 110-year-old company went mega-viral for its colorful tumblers](//link.today.com/click/33951479.355703/aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cudG9kYXkuY29tL2Zvb2QvdHJlbmRzL3N0YW5sZXktY3VwLWNyYXplLXJjbmExMzI5MDE_Y2lkPWVtbF90aGlzaXN0b2RheV8yMDI0MDExMA/57c0b694487ccdda088b6a14E5381b87f People are camping out overnight, waiting in long lines and even jumping over store counters — all over a cup? The recent [chaos at Target]( over Stanley's collaboration with Starbucks on a "Winter Pink" tumbler has highlighted a Beanie Babies-level craze over cups made by a 110-year-old company. [What's behind the obsession?](Terence Reilly, the man who helped Crocs go from cringey to cool, came up with the idea of doing [colorful collaborations]( between Stanley's Quencher cups and other brands. Social media influencers also began singing the praises of the durable tumbler. [Continue reading](. [💦 Tweens are obsessed with skincare. Should parents be concerned?]( Why are tweens suddenly clamoring for all types of skin care products? Kim Kardashian's daughter North West (above) is the face of a trend that TODAY Parents reporter Rachel Paula Abrahamson looked into after her own 8-year-old daughter asked for some pricey moisturizer as a Hanukkah present. Tween girls want serums, face masks, moisturizers and more, but //link.today.com/click/33951479.355703/aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cudG9kYXkuY29tL3BhcmVudHMvZmFtaWx5L3R3ZWVucy1hcmUtb2JzZXNzZWQtc2tpbmNhcmUtZXhwZXJ0cy1hbmF5bHplLXRyZW5kLXJjbmExMjc5NzE_Y2lkPWVtbF90aGlzaXN0b2RheV8yMDI0MDExMA/57c0b694487ccdda088b6a14E8c42fa6d//link.today.com/click/33951479.355703/aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cudG9kYXkuY29tL3BhcmVudHMvZmFtaWx5L3R3ZWVucy1hcmUtb2JzZXNzZWQtc2tpbmNhcmUtZXhwZXJ0cy1hbmF5bHplLXRyZW5kLXJjbmExMjc5NzE_Y2lkPWVtbF90aGlzaXN0b2RheV8yMDI0MDExMA/57c0b694487ccdda088b6a14G8c42fa6d//link.today.com/click/33951479.355703/aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cudG9kYXkuY29tL3BhcmVudHMvZmFtaWx5L3R3ZWVucy1hcmUtb2JzZXNzZWQtc2tpbmNhcmUtZXhwZXJ0cy1hbmF5bHplLXRyZW5kLXJjbmExMjc5NzE_Y2lkPWVtbF90aGlzaXN0b2RheV8yMDI0MDExMA/57c0b694487ccdda088b6a14I8c42fa6d[is it safe to use them at such a young age](? One dermatologist says to steer clear of products that exfoliate or contain acids and retinols, and stick to basic cleanser, lip balm and SPF. [See more expert advice here](. [👟 How to find the best walking shoes — plus 6 picks your feet will love.]( If you're joining our [Start TODAY 100-mile walking challenge]( for January, the right pair of sneakers can make a huge difference. We have expert tips on [how to select the best walking shoes](, plus [6 award-winning picks for women]( from our Shop TODAY team from brands like New Balance, Reebok, and Skechers. Also, make sure to check out these mesh slip-on sneaks that [thousands of women swear by](.       Start TODAY   Achieve your life and health goals with easy tips. At 44, Kate Hudson is healthier and stronger than ever, which she credits to [two key changes to her diet and exercise regimen](. The actor and mom of three told TODAY that incorporating strength training into Pilates and other fitness routines was a game-changer. She also uses a food-tracker to make sure that she's eating enough protein. "(Women) should really be eating more protein, especially in the morning,” she said. [See her tips here](.   What's for dinner?   Allow us to do the meal-planning for you Speaking of protein, add more to your diet with this [poached halibut with braised fennel, beurre blanc (a type of butter sauce) and herbed couscous]( from chef Benjamin Traver. The dish uses seasonal, cold-weather flavors like fennel, lemon, butter and herbs to add some punch to the mild white fish. [Get the recipe](.   Daily Delight   A little pick-me-up before you go. If you're going to land the big toy, you gotta have a plan. Auggie Gallagher's father, Thomas, told him he could pick out a toy at the store [only if it fit in his hand.]( But the 3-year-old had designs on a Fisher-Price DJ table, and that meant he needed to figure out how to handle its large box. In a video his dad shared on Instagram, Auggie propped the box on a shelf, opened a flap, and then [picked it up with one hand](. He followed the slick maneuver by looking at his dad like, "We good?" Auggie's father could only laugh. “He’s a clever little guy and always thinking about how he can get the things he wants,” Thomas told us. [See the cute moment here](.   Thanks for letting us in your inbox! See you tomorrow. Written by Scott Stump | Edited by Philip Caulfield Enjoying This is TODAY? Invite a friend to[subscribe here.]( Send us Feedback Follow us on Facebook More TODAY Newsletters 30 Rockefeller Plaza New York, NY 10112 [Manage Subscriptions]( | [Unsubscribe](listvar=sub_today) | [Privacy]( | [Contact]( [MANAGE SUBSCRIPTION]( | [UNSUBSCRIBE](listvar=sub_today) | [PRIVACY]( | [CONTACT](