Black Friday online spending hits record $11.8B

AI-driven traffic to retail websites jumped 805% as Americans avoided crowded stores.

Krispy Kreme marks Peanuts’ 75th anniversary with three limited-edition doughnuts

Krispy Kreme’s Peanuts collection features three new festive doughnuts inspired by the world of the Peanuts gang – and the return of two holiday favorites.

Here's why Travel Tuesday can be misleading

Travel Tuesday — the post-Thanksgiving day that promises one-day deals on flights, hotels and cruises — has taken off in recent years.

When's the best time to eat Thanksgiving dinner? Experts share their verdict

Even though the grand meal is called "Thanksgiving dinner," the dining time often falls between lunch and dinner. Are there practical reasons for this early dinnertime, or is it just traditional?

The most popular Thanksgiving side dishes of 2025

You’re almost certain to pile up a mound of mashed potatoes and gravy next to that drumstick. And stuffing is a sure bet. But what about yams? Or even macaroni and cheese?

What's open and closed on Thanksgiving this year

From grocery stores to retailers, here’s a list of what is open and closed on Thanksgiving Day 2025.

6 classic Thanksgiving side dishes that have disappeared from American tables

Traditional Thanksgiving side dishes like oyster stuffing, ambrosia salad and giblet gravy were once holiday staples before falling out of favor for modern alternatives. Here are six.

Chipotle offering BOGO deal on Thanksgiving Eve

Chipotle is offering three holiday promotions, including a BOGO deal on Thanksgiving Eve and $10 off its new Build-Your-Own Chipotle family meal kit.

Thanksgiving Travel: Holiday travel numbers surge in the DMV

This Thanksgiving is shaping up to be one of the busiest travel periods of the year, with AAA predicting more than 1.5 million people from the D.C. region hitting the road as thousands more take to the skies.

When do stores open on Black Friday this year?

Shoppers can get an early start on searching for deals on popular items as major retailers release their store hours for one of the biggest holiday shopping days of the year.

‘Dress a little better’: Transportation secretary urges Americans to ditch pajamas, slippers at airport

Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy is urging travelers to try “dressing with some respect," asking Americans to ditch pajamas and slippers during the busy Thanksgiving travel rush.

Annual Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots collection underway, how to make a donation

The annual Toys for Tots campaign is underway with the Marine Corps Reserve collecting toys, books, and games to distribute to less fortunate children at Christmas.