How to avoid Thanksgiving traffic, Trump completes cabinet picks and Glen Powell FaceTimes into look-alike contest

Good morning, all. Have Thanksgiving grocery shopping to do? Today is the best day to get it done. Now, onto the news.

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NEED TO KNOW

A messy Thanksgiving travel week

Multiple storm systems are expected to slam the U.S. with rain and snow this week as millions of Americans prepare to travel for Thanksgiving. Here’s what to know.

The forecast: Early this week, rain and heavy mountain snow are predicted in parts of the West. Another system with a wintry mix is expected to move toward the Northeast from the Midwest just before a bigger winter storm hits the Northeast on Thursday. [Fox Weather]

Record travel: The forecast may complicate plans, as more than 80 million Americans are expected to travel between tomorrow and next Monday. The TSA said it’s preparing for “the busiest Thanksgiving ever in terms of air travel.” [AP]

When to leave: Experts said the worst time to hit the road will be tomorrow and Wednesday afternoon, and that leaving on Thanksgiving Day may be best to avoid crowds. Here are the best days and times to head out and come back. [Travel+Leisure]

IN CASE YOU MISSED IT

???????? Seeing double

Yesterday’s Glen Powell look-alike contest had it all: the real Powell on FaceTime, his mom as a judge and free queso. “My face hasn't hurt like this since I was 10 and at Disney World,” the winner, Max Braunstein, said. [CNN/Fox 7 Austin]

? Trump cabinet complete

President-elect Donald Trump finalized his cabinet picks over the weekend. They included hedge fund manager Scott Bessent for treasury secretary and GOP Rep. Lori Chavez-DeRemer for labor secretary. [Politico]

?? Israel-Hezbollah war

Lebanon-based Hezbollah fired about 250 rockets into Israel yesterday — its heaviest barrage in months — as Israel’s ambassador to the U.S. said a ceasefire deal between the two groups could come “within days.” [AP]

???♀? A gravity-defying debut

That massive ad budget paid off: Wicked raked in a record-setting $114 million in North American box offices this weekend, becoming the most successful opening for a Broadway adaptation ever. [Variety]

?? Run, Saquon, run

Philadelphia Eagles star Saquon Barkley dominated last night, running 255 yards to help his team net its seventh consecutive win by beating the Los Angeles Rams 37-20. Watch the highlights. [Yahoo Sports]

WHAT’S HAPPENING TODAY

?? If you want to get in the holiday spirit, Jack Black is “diabolical, but in a fun way” as Satan — not Santa — in the Christmas comedy Dear Santa. [Entertainment Weekly]

?? In the rink, the Blues test the Rangers’ “defensive deficiencies” at 7 p.m. ET on ESPN+. [Hockey News]

?? No brotherly love here: The Harbaugh siblings face their first coaching matchup since 2013 when the Ravens take on the Chargers on Monday Night Football at 8:15 p.m. ET on ABC. [Los Angeles Times]

?? On the court, the Warriors try to keep their five-game home win streak alive against the Nets at 10 p.m. ET on NBA League Pass. [AP]

?? And don’t forget to: Read your daily horoscope. Play the Crossword. Check the forecast in your area.

TODAY IN HISTORY

In 1979, Pat Summerall and John Madden broadcast their first game together. It marked the beginning of a legendary partnership that lasted over 20 years. In honor of them — and the upcoming holiday — enjoy their hilarious 1997 “turducken” convo. Now we’re talking. [TheWrap]

3 QUESTIONS

...about the “deadline rush” at work

Headed into Thanksgiving, Yahoo Creator Sean Kernan gave my hardworking editor Anthony permission to take it easy at work. Here’s why.

Anthony: Why do so many people feel like work is the busiest just before they take time off?

Sean: It’s the so-called deadline rush. Many people think that clearing the deck will prevent work from intruding on their vacation. It’s really about control and the desire to will work away completely while gone. In reality, your work isn’t going away while you’re gone.

Anthony: What’s your argument for going a little easier before then?

Sean: I’d say that overworking before a vacation reinforces the mentality that work supersedes life. It’s been proven that even if you need to delay some tasks, it won’t necessarily negatively impact your performance review — so long as you show that you’re a self-motivated, careful worker.

Anthony: What can people do to avoid the rush — and also wind down on break?

Sean: If you’re taking a vacation in the next month, don’t let it turn into a mad dash. Get things done early, and once you’re on vacation, give yourself at least a 48-hour window when you don’t check your email or think about work. I call that Operation Zero.

One more thing: Try paying it forward for an extra boost of happiness this week. And subscribe to Sean’s newsletter.

FEEL-GOOD MOMENT

A Chicago man who goes by the name Big Money D (and looks quite a bit like Danny Trejo) decided to play the lottery using numbers honoring his late wife, and was shocked when he won the $650,000 prize. “When I won, it felt like it was a message from her,” he said. [People]

Remember that banana art? The guy who spent $6.2 million on it is planning to eat it. With that, have a good day!

?? P.S. Before you go, your daily advice: Making an apple pie for Thanksgiving? Take it up a notch with miso. Here’s why it’s a flavor boost. [Simply Recipes]

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