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A House committee votes to make the tax returns of former President Donald Trump public, and the death of Stephen "tWitch" Boss puts a spotlight on high-functioning depression. Plus, our top health hacks from 2022, and last-minute gift ideas that are available for curbside pickup at top retailers. 

The death of Stephen 'tWitch' Boss ignites a conversation about high-functioning depression. 

Many fans have struggled to reconcile the joyful persona of Stephen "tWitch" Boss with the fact that the beloved DJ from "The Ellen DeGeneres Show" died by suicide at 40, which has sparked a conversation about high-functioning depression. It's common for people with depression to overcompensate for feelings of emptiness by becoming the life of the party, according to psychologist Rheeda Walker. "I was a fan of (tWitch) ... and I can't help but to wonder if the people who sometimes are the presumably happiest on the outside are the ones who are trying to create something ... that they want for themselves," Walker told us. His death has also put a spotlight on suicide in the Black community and depression in the public eye. Read more about the conversation here. 

House committee votes to make Trump's personal and business tax returns public. 

The House Ways and Means Committee voted yesterday to make six years of former President Donald Trump’s tax returns public. It could take a few days to a week to redact certain information before they are made public, according to one committee member. Trump was the first president to refuse to make his tax returns public since the 1970s. The release of his tax information could potentially end years of speculation about what they might reveal about his business dealings and personal wealth.

Jenna Bush Hager’s daughter Mila went live on air with some embarrassing stories about her mom. 

Jenna's oldest daughter, Mila, has all the tea on Mom, and she's not shy about spilling it. The 9-year-old let everyone know on TODAY with Hoda & Jenna yesterday that "one time she was laughing in our living room and she peed her pants!" She then turned to look at Jenna. "You changed your pajamas!" Mila wasn't done. Egged on by Hoda Kotb, her next revelation was about Jenna's underwear (or lack thereof). A laughing Jenna did her best to make it stop by getting Mila offstage. "OK, goodbye! Goodbye, I love you!" See the cute moment here. 

📺 64 tech and gadget gifts for last-minute holiday shopping.

Shopping for the tech lover on your list can be made easy even if gadgets and technology aren't your thing. We have 64 last-minute gift ideas from smartwatches to Bluetooth speakers, including selections under $50, that will have the gadget enthusiast on your list tinkering with their present in minutes. With time getting tight for packages to be shipped, we also have 22 gifts available for curbside pickup from retailers like Target, Nordstrom and Walmart. 

Achieve your life goals with easy tips.

Sometimes all you need is a small change in habits when it comes to making a difference in how you feel right now and avoiding health issues down the line. Our eight top health hacks from 2022 involve simple adjustments that can help you start 2023 off right when it comes to hydration, blood sugar levels, better sleep and more. We have breathing exercises, ways to curb anxiety, a simple test to gauge your hydration level, and facts on the importance of quality sleep when it comes to weight loss. See them all here. 

Allow us to do the meal-planning for you.

If you're in charge of bringing an appetizer to an upcoming holiday party or don't have a lot of time to make ones for your own gathering, food and lifestyle expert Alejandra Ramos has ideas that combine the ease of something store-bought with the flavors of something homemade. Alejandra's festive last-minute gems include a Christmas tree cheese ball (above) that's a simple mix of cream cheese and herbs, plus pesto palmiers (pesto in a puff pastry), tarte flambée (a simple pizza with toppings), mini chipotle shrimp tacos and nutty shortbread cookies called polvorones. See all the recipes here. 

A little pick-me-up before you go.

Whatever baby twins Lily and Lennon need, their new best friend and big sister Lucy is ready to help. The industrious pooch can go grab a milk bottle for the girls, pick up a onesie or a fresh diaper, and help with the laundry, as seen in these adorable TikTok videos shared by the girls' parents, Josh and Kelly Rheaume. The couple was worried about how their dog of seven years would react when they brought their baby girls home. After some early suspiciousness, she has blended with them perfectly. “A bond is really important, being close to your dog first and foremost. They want to do well for us,” Josh told us. “Give them the patience they need, and reinforce that positivity once they’re able to achieve what you want them to achieve.”

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Written by Scott Stump | Edited by Shane Lou

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