'Worst' holiday gift survey suggests people don’t like fruitcake, weight-loss items or Christmas ties
In addition, almost 80% of American respondents said they think they’re good at faking enthusiasm when they open a bad gift.
Top notable quotes of 2022: Chris Rock, Zelenskyy, Trump make list
2022's most notable quotations include a tart retort by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to a U.S. offer of help.
Mrs. Claus saves a woman's life driving home from Fredericksburg holiday event
Mrs. Claus, a.k.a. Fredericksburg Sheriff’s Office Lieutenant T. Merrell, saved a life while driving home from a holiday event.
Kentucky woman wins $175K jackpot during white elephant gift exchange at company holiday party
“Everyone was going insane,” Lori Janes shared. “People were getting their calculators out and double-checking. A couple of people even scanned the ticket on the lottery’s app, just to make sure.”
What's open and closed Dec. 26, the day after Christmas
Christmas Eve and Christmas Day fall conveniently on a weekend this year — a Christmas “miracle” that only happens every seven years, on average. Here’s what will still be closed on Monday.
Restaurants open on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day in 2022
For those wanting to get out of the kitchen, here are restaurants that will be open still on Christmas Day and Eve.
The COVID-19 pandemic, Karens, crypto craziness: The 2022 things we're over
There's a lot to leave behind when 2022 comes to a close as uncertainty rules around the world.
Here’s where Americans are hiding Christmas presents, poll shows
It’s the most wonderful time of the year: Holiday gift shopping season! And with gift shopping comes another often overlooked, part of the season: gift hiding.
Drone takes flight through ‘amazing’ Christmas lights display at Ohio home
North Ridgeville resident Bob Mangan continued his yearly Christmas tradition, installing thousands of lights and decorations around his property.
Grandpa wears makeup in viral J&B Whisky commercial with a message
Spoiler alert! Tissues may come in handy for this Christmas ad from J&B Whisky’s latest campaign, which features a makeup-wearing grandfather and an unexpected twist.
How to tip your mail carrier during Christmas, holiday season
While you can give your mail carrier a gift as a holiday thank-you, there are certain rules federal workers must follow when it comes to receiving gifts, per the United States Postal Service.
Here’s how you can find a PS5 for Christmas
Stores are restocking their shelves with PlayStation 5s to make it easier for shoppers to get their hands on one just in time for the holidays.
Radio City Rockette: A day in the life of a dancer in America’s most popular holiday show
Sarah Grooms Hoge is in her 14th season as a Radio City Rockette.
Metro to offer free, extended service on New Year's Eve
If you are planning to celebrate New Year's Eve in the D.C., but are worried about transportation, Metro is here to help! The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority announced that Metro will be offering free and extended service for Metrorail and Metrobus customers on December 31.
22 feel-good, heartwarming things that happened in 2022
From small acts of kindness to awe-inspiring events, 2022 delivered joy, laughs and happy tears.
Americans say holiday gifts harder to afford
More than half of U.S. adults say it’s harder to afford the holiday gifts they want to give this year.
Don't have your Christmas plane ticket yet? Here's what an expert says
According to Hopper — known for flight and hotel deals — an estimated 53 million people are expected to depart from U.S airports over the holiday period.
‘I was shocked’: DNA test leads man to granddaughter, brother he never knew existed, living just 1 mile away
Melvin Gray, a military veteran, came across an initiative called “DNA Quest” — a project focused on reuniting adoptees with biological families.
Yes, THAT Mariah Carey Christmas song is #1 on Billboard
We’ll give you a moment to put on your “surprise” face and play the song.
How Airbnb aims to crack down on New Year's Eve parties
Over 12K guests in US were blocked or redirected from booking during New Year's Eve in 2021.