Festivus from 'Seinfeld' actually has its roots in a real holiday a writer's dad invented
The 'Seinfeld' episode 'The Strike' somehow inspired a beloved holiday tradition to fans.
Nonprofit works to bring Christmas gifts to children of the incarcerated
The Angel Tree program of Prison Fellowship partners with churches and volunteers to deliver Christmas gifts to children on behalf of their incarcerated parents.
Washington National Cathedral moves all Christmas services online amid COVID spike
Washington National Cathedral has announced all its Christmas services will be virtual this year due to the recent spike in COVID-19 cases in the District.
'I was so happy': Arizona teens fix family's fallen Christmas decorations
A group of teens in Phoenix saw Christmas decorations that had fallen, and to the surprise of the family, they were caught on video fixing the decorations. "I'm glad during Christmas we were able to do something that uplifted him so much."
7 cities where a white Christmas might seem impossible, but it isn't
While you might assume seeing snow on Christmas in the likes of Los Angeles or Phoenix or parts of Florida would never happen, their history books have three words for you: "Never say never."
What restaurants are open on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day 2021
Hours may vary by location.
7-Eleven worker receives home-cooked meal from woman in TikTok video
"Went to the gas station for lighter fluid. I told the clerk I would bring him a plate before he got off work. He thought I was lying. This was his reaction…," the woman wrote on TikTok.
Candy canes join list of shortages amid supply chain, peppermint crop woes
Peppermint-flavored candy canes may be part of a growing list of holiday-related products impacted by supply chain disruptions.
Christmas light displays from around the world
While it seems to be an age-old tradition, electric Christmas lights didn’t really catch on until the early twentieth century. Here’s a look at displays nowadays from around the world.
Wreaths Across America lay nearly 260,000 wreaths at Arlington National Cemetery
An annual holiday tradition is back in full swing to honor veterans.
FedEx delays: How to track packages, understand tracking terms, 2021 holiday deadlines
Is your FedEx package delayed? Here’s how to check the status of a shipment, understand its tracking information and see 2021 holiday deadlines.
FedEx driver loses job after video shows mishandling of package in Prince George's County
A FedEx driver is out of a job Tuesday after company officials saw a video of him mishandling a package caught on a Ring doorbell camera in Prince George's County – but Avery Mathis isn’t making excuses.
Prince George's County man captures driver mishandling delivery on Ring doorbell
A Prince George's County man captured a delivery driver mishandling a package on his Ring doorbell camera that contained a Christmas gift for his daughter.
Viral gift wrapping hacks for this holiday season
Social media users are sharing their various gift wrapping hacks online. Whether they involve secret techniques for oddly shaped gifts or showing off unique gadgets that help make the process easier, these tips will help make the holidays a lot less stressful.
Green Monday will have holiday shoppers racing against shipping deadlines
Holiday shopping on Green Monday this year may not guarantee your gift still comes on time, given widespread supply chain issues and the fact that some shipping deadlines have already passed.
FedEx warns of holiday shipping delays after storms cause 'substantial disruptions'
“FedEx Express experienced substantial disruptions at the Memphis hub last night due to severe thunderstorms,” the company said on its website.
Maryland waitress receives a nearly $1,000 tip in cash
A server at the Silver Diner in Columbia received an early Christmas gift this year – a several hundred dollar tip.
Prince George’s County police warn about rise of thefts at shopping centers, malls
Christmas Eve is just two weeks away and as shoppers rush for holiday deals across the DC region, there’s a national trend happening where suspects are running into stores and leaving with armfuls of items. The surge coincides with the busiest time of year for businesses.
Where Americans are hiding Christmas gifts, poll reveals
A new poll asked Americans where they’re hiding their Christmas gifts — and the most popular place also proved to be the first place most kids snoop.
Holiday shipping deadlines approach for FedEx, UPS, USPS customers
The busiest time of the season for USPS begins two weeks before Christmas.