Christmas tree shortage: Supply chain backlog could mean slim pickings this holiday season
In addition to a shortage of artificial Christmas trees, experts in the industry are also seeing a shortage of certain holiday decor items such as ornaments, tree toppers and tree skirts.
In addition to a shortage of artificial Christmas trees, experts in the industry are also seeing a shortage of certain holiday decor items such as ornaments, tree toppers and tree skirts.
Poll: 2 in 3 Americans plan to attend Thanksgiving gathering this year
More Americans are also planning an overnight stay during the Thanksgiving holiday, according to Monmouth University’s poll.
More Americans are also planning an overnight stay during the Thanksgiving holiday, according to Monmouth University’s poll.
Old Navy launches ‘Santa BOOTcamp’ to diversify holiday profession
The company announced the launch of Santa Bootcamp — a virtual training course that encourages participation from a broad array of backgrounds, ethnicities and cultural heritages to offer more representation in the role of Santa.
The company announced the launch of Santa Bootcamp — a virtual training course that encourages participation from a broad array of backgrounds, ethnicities and cultural heritages to offer more representation in the role of Santa.
'Toys, turkeys and trinkets, oh my:' Tips for avoiding holiday pitfalls
The holidays are upon us, which means it’s the season for gathering with your loved ones for dinner and exchanging gifts.
The holidays are upon us, which means it’s the season for gathering with your loved ones for dinner and exchanging gifts.
Grandma, stranger she mistakenly texted set to spend 6th Thanksgiving together
A grandma and the stranger she mistakenly invited over to Thanksgiving have formed an unlikely friendship — and the two are set to celebrate their sixth holiday together.
A grandma and the stranger she mistakenly invited over to Thanksgiving have formed an unlikely friendship — and the two are set to celebrate their sixth holiday together.
LL Cool J hosting 99th National Christmas Tree Lighting in DC
The date is set for one of the District’s most celebrated occasions.
The date is set for one of the District’s most celebrated occasions.
Vaccinated families can ‘feel good’ about holiday gatherings, Fauci says
"If you get vaccinated and your family's vaccinated, you can feel good about enjoying a typical Thanksgiving, Christmas with your family and close friends," Dr. Anthony Fauci said.
"If you get vaccinated and your family's vaccinated, you can feel good about enjoying a typical Thanksgiving, Christmas with your family and close friends," Dr. Anthony Fauci said.
Reese's debuts pie-size peanut butter cup for Thanksgiving 2021
Reese’s is selling a 9-inch “Thanksgiving pie,” which is the largest Reese Peanut Butter Cup ever sold — but only while supplies last.
Reese’s is selling a 9-inch “Thanksgiving pie,” which is the largest Reese Peanut Butter Cup ever sold — but only while supplies last.
Postal Service says 'send packages early' this holiday season
The U.S. Postal Service set a new record for shipping during the 2020 holiday season – with 13 billion letters, cards and packages being delivered.
The U.S. Postal Service set a new record for shipping during the 2020 holiday season – with 13 billion letters, cards and packages being delivered.
Santa Claus may not be coming to town this year amid hired Santa shortage
There are an estimated 10-15% fewer Santa Clauses this year compared to last year due to COVID-19 and many Santas retiring, according to Mitch Allen, head elf at Hire Santa.
There are an estimated 10-15% fewer Santa Clauses this year compared to last year due to COVID-19 and many Santas retiring, according to Mitch Allen, head elf at Hire Santa.
Terrorism threat 'heightened' over holiday season, DHS says
While DHS said it had no credible information on a specific threat, the agency warns in its latest national terrorism advisory bulletin that mass gatherings for the upcoming religious holidays could be potential targets.
While DHS said it had no credible information on a specific threat, the agency warns in its latest national terrorism advisory bulletin that mass gatherings for the upcoming religious holidays could be potential targets.
Krispy Kreme offers limited-edition Thanksgiving-themed doughnuts
Krispy Kreme unveiled four limited-edition Thanksgiving-themed doughnut flavors, including its classic chocolate icing doughnut with festive Thanksgiving sprinkles.
Krispy Kreme unveiled four limited-edition Thanksgiving-themed doughnut flavors, including its classic chocolate icing doughnut with festive Thanksgiving sprinkles.
Thanksgiving turkey prices skyrocketing amid supply chain, labor shortage issues
Thanksgiving is just three weeks away, and concerns are food prices are rising.
Thanksgiving is just three weeks away, and concerns are food prices are rising.
Diwali 2021: What to know about the festival of lights
The Hindu festival of Diwali, which symbolizes new beginnings and the triumph of good over evil, is being celebrated by millions across the world.
The Hindu festival of Diwali, which symbolizes new beginnings and the triumph of good over evil, is being celebrated by millions across the world.
Black Friday 2021: Stores closed, open on Thanksgiving Day
Many major retailers will once again be shutting their doors on Thanksgiving Day 2021. Here’s a list of which stores will be closed or open on the holiday.
Many major retailers will once again be shutting their doors on Thanksgiving Day 2021. Here’s a list of which stores will be closed or open on the holiday.
Thanksgiving cooking help: Butterball Turkey Talk-Line opens for 2021 season
The Butterball Turkey “Talk-Line is officially open. Experts are available to answer questions for 2021 Thanksgiving hosts about all things turkey.
The Butterball Turkey “Talk-Line is officially open. Experts are available to answer questions for 2021 Thanksgiving hosts about all things turkey.
Mariah Carey ushers in Christmas season and not a moment too soon
As soon as Halloween ended, Mariah Carey posted a teaser to her hit Christmas song “All I Want for Christmas Is You” and declared, “it’s time.”
As soon as Halloween ended, Mariah Carey posted a teaser to her hit Christmas song “All I Want for Christmas Is You” and declared, “it’s time.”
From dozens of giant balloons, floats, bands, Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade to return full-scale
The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade will be live and in-person to kick off the 2021 holiday season, the department store announced Wednesday.
The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade will be live and in-person to kick off the 2021 holiday season, the department store announced Wednesday.
Silver Spring Halloween yard giving visitors COVID-safe scares
Halloween is just days away and one display in Silver Spring is not for the faint of heart.
Halloween is just days away and one display in Silver Spring is not for the faint of heart.
2021 holiday sales projected to hit new records
Sales are projected to grow as much as 10.5%
Sales are projected to grow as much as 10.5%


















