National Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony photos through the years
The century-old tradition of the National Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony rings in the holiday season each year in the nation’s capital.
The century-old tradition of the National Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony rings in the holiday season each year in the nation’s capital.
Family mistakenly buys $10K in Disney+ gift cards thinking they were good for purchases in theme parks
A Midwest family’s Walt Disney World vacation almost took a very disappointing turn after they realized $10,000 worth of gift cards they purchased for the trip were not actually for the park.
A Midwest family’s Walt Disney World vacation almost took a very disappointing turn after they realized $10,000 worth of gift cards they purchased for the trip were not actually for the park.
Airbnb turns to AI to crack down on renters throwing New Year's Eve parties
This New Year’s Eve, plenty of businesses will have security in place to keep people in line. For bars, that could mean a bouncer. For Airbnb, it means AI.
This New Year’s Eve, plenty of businesses will have security in place to keep people in line. For bars, that could mean a bouncer. For Airbnb, it means AI.
Most in US will experience Christmas without snow this year
The FOX Forecast Center said computer forecast models show no major snowstorms in the final days before Christmas.
The FOX Forecast Center said computer forecast models show no major snowstorms in the final days before Christmas.
Restaurants open on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day in 2023
While many restaurants are closed on Christmas Day, some keep their doors open for those looking to eat out on the holiday. Here are the holiday hours for Chick-fil-A, Cheesecake Factory, and more.
While many restaurants are closed on Christmas Day, some keep their doors open for those looking to eat out on the holiday. Here are the holiday hours for Chick-fil-A, Cheesecake Factory, and more.
Holiday debt hangover poised to be 'particularly nasty' this year, analyst says
While retail sales are strong, an industry economist is warning about about an uptick in usage for buy now, pay later services as consumers battle growing debt obligations.
While retail sales are strong, an industry economist is warning about about an uptick in usage for buy now, pay later services as consumers battle growing debt obligations.
Fallen service members honored by 'Wreaths Across America' at Arlington National Cemetery for holidays
Tens of thousands of people came together Sunday morning to remember the fallen and honor those who have served the country.
Tens of thousands of people came together Sunday morning to remember the fallen and honor those who have served the country.
These are the most popular last-minute Christmas purchases, according to Instacart
Do you have Christmas shopping to do still? Instacart data reveals what items are most commonly bought on Christmas Eve.
Do you have Christmas shopping to do still? Instacart data reveals what items are most commonly bought on Christmas Eve.
10-year-old boy receives 'Iron Man'-themed bionic arm in early Christmas miracle
A 10-year-old boy named Harry from Lancashire, England, born without the lower part of his arm, received a remarkable early Christmas gift—a bionic arm.
A 10-year-old boy named Harry from Lancashire, England, born without the lower part of his arm, received a remarkable early Christmas gift—a bionic arm.
Holiday gift guide: Trending ideas for everyone on your list
Staring down a hefty holiday gift list? There’s something for everybody out there. Artisan gifts can be a hit. Head to Etsy to tap into the global handmade marketplace’s trends for the season.
Staring down a hefty holiday gift list? There’s something for everybody out there. Artisan gifts can be a hit. Head to Etsy to tap into the global handmade marketplace’s trends for the season.
National Ugly Sweater Day: Festive and slightly fashion-challenged
National ugly sweater day is celebrated on the third Friday in December each year and this year's celebration lands on Friday, December 15.
National ugly sweater day is celebrated on the third Friday in December each year and this year's celebration lands on Friday, December 15.
Yuletide owl found roosting in Kentucky family's Christmas tree for days before being found
The bird's home was disturbed when the family went on their yearly hunt for the perfect tree.
The bird's home was disturbed when the family went on their yearly hunt for the perfect tree.
Oklahoma man puts up Christmas lights for his entire neighborhood
When Stephen Dunkelberg put up his Christmas lights this year, he noticed his was the only house lit up in his dark neighborhood. That's when he decided to spread his own form of holiday cheer.
When Stephen Dunkelberg put up his Christmas lights this year, he noticed his was the only house lit up in his dark neighborhood. That's when he decided to spread his own form of holiday cheer.
Boston mayor sends holiday party invite meant only for 'electeds of color,' dividing city councilors
The revelation about the holiday party quickly received responses from Boston's city council. A mayor's office spokesperson stressed the event was just one of several happening throughout the season.
The revelation about the holiday party quickly received responses from Boston's city council. A mayor's office spokesperson stressed the event was just one of several happening throughout the season.
Boss surprises team with lottery tickets as Christmas gifts, leading to $50K jackpot win
Sheila Colter, an employee at Med Center Health Environmental Services in Kentucky, gifted her team scratch-off tickets for Christmas, leading to an unexpected $50,000 jackpot win.
Sheila Colter, an employee at Med Center Health Environmental Services in Kentucky, gifted her team scratch-off tickets for Christmas, leading to an unexpected $50,000 jackpot win.
Quirky green bean casserole flavored drink re-released by sparkling water brand
The holiday-inspired drink is available through the New Year.
The holiday-inspired drink is available through the New Year.
Toy maker Hasbro to cut 1,100 jobs, prompted by ongoing slowdown in sales
Toy maker Hasbro is cutting about 1,100 jobs, or 20% of its workforce.
Toy maker Hasbro is cutting about 1,100 jobs, or 20% of its workforce.
Biden to host Hanukkah ceremony at White House amid fears of rising antisemitism
Antisemitism has only intensified since the Oct. 7 attack by Hamas and other militants sparked Israel's ongoing war in Gaza -- which faces heightened criticism for the mounting Palestinian death toll.
Antisemitism has only intensified since the Oct. 7 attack by Hamas and other militants sparked Israel's ongoing war in Gaza -- which faces heightened criticism for the mounting Palestinian death toll.
2023’s most popular Christmas cookie by state
Google trends data collected by Menu Price found the most searched Christmas cookie recipes according to state.
Google trends data collected by Menu Price found the most searched Christmas cookie recipes according to state.
Mariah Carey reacts to being dethroned from the top Hot 100 spot
Brenda Lee scored the No. 1 spot this week after peaking at No. 2 the last four holiday seasons behind Mariah Carey’s iconic “All I Want for Christmas Is You.”
Brenda Lee scored the No. 1 spot this week after peaking at No. 2 the last four holiday seasons behind Mariah Carey’s iconic “All I Want for Christmas Is You.”



















