Bicep curls vs. hammer curls: Which ones tone your arms faster? Plus, the No. 1 food to boost brain health, and a chance to shop brands featured at our first Shop TODAY Stages event.
Here's what to know for Monday, June 30, 2025.
2 Firefighters Killed in Idaho After Suspected Gunman Started Fire as Ambush, Authorities Say
A lone gunman started a fire in northwest Idaho and ambushed firefighters who responded to it yesterday, allegedly shooting and killing two and seriously injuring another, authorities said. The unidentified suspect was found dead on Canfield Mountain with a gun nearby, police said. “I cannot fathom why anyone would commit such a heinous act,” Bruce Mattare, chairman of the board of county commissioners in Kootenai County, said at a news conference yesterday.
This Is the No. 1 Food to Boost Brain Health, Dietitian Says — and It May Already Be in Your Pantry
In TODAY.com’s Expert Tip of the Day, a dietitian reveals her go-to accessible and cheap food that’s rich in brain-boosting omega-3s.
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Hammer Curls vs. Bicep Curls: Which Exercise Will Tone Your Arms Faster?
There’s more than one way to do curls when it comes to toning your biceps, but deciding on hammer curls vs. bicep curls depends on your specific goals, experts say. Find out the benefits of each, the proper form for both exercises and which ones are more effective if you want more defined biceps or stronger arms overall.
Couldn’t Make Shop TODAY Stages? You Can Still Shop Featured Brands
From appearances by Naomi Watts and Courteney Cox to our big Brand Bazaar, our first beauty and lifestyle event was a celebration of women of all ages and stages in life. Shop TODAY contributor Melissa Garcia stopped by to dish on it all, plus highlight some of the brands featured at Stages.
Ayesha Nurdjaja's Shrimp Rolls
Instead of the usual lobster rolls this summer, switch it up with these shrimp rolls from chef Ayesha Nurdjaja that have more flavor, texture and crunch. Plus, they only take 10 minutes to cook.
