Rude behavior on the rise, especially at work: report

A new study by a Georgetown University professor says rude behavior is on the rise, and like the common cold, it's contagious and spreading quickly.

New federal food label law has unintended effect: Sesame now in more foods

Many manufacturers now find it simpler and less expensive to add sesame to a product — and to label it — than to try to keep it away from other foods or equipment with sesame.

Tesla offers rare year-end discounts on 2 top-selling models

Tesla started offering a $3,750 incentive on its Model 3 sedan and Model Y SUV on its website earlier this month, but on Wednesday doubled the discount to $7,500 for those who take delivery between now and Dec. 31.

Ali Ahmed Aslam, often credited as inventor of chicken tikka masala, dies at 77

Ali Ahmed Aslam said in a 2009 interview that he first came up with the dish in the 1970s when a customer asked if there was a way of making his chicken tikka less dry.

Santa’s house at the North Pole is now worth $1.15 million, Zillow says

Santa and Mrs. Claus first claimed their home on Zillow’s website in 2016, giving people around the world a glimpse into their enchanted lives.

Holiday travelers ditch DMV area ahead of winter storm

As a blistering winter storm approaches the region, holiday travelers are keeping a close eye on the weather, and at local airports, an even closer eye on the cancelation boards.

Christmas cookie map: The most popular searches by state

Gingerbread? Polish Christmas? Find out which type of Christmas cookie is being mostly searched in your state.

Traveling with dog during holiday? Make sure to plan, experts say

Traveling with dogs can be stressful. Throw in holiday home stays at one of the most chaotic times of the year and double that stress for humans and animals alike.

'Sad cat’ named Ellie surrendered by owner because animal 'wanted to cuddle,' then goes viral

A tweet featuring Ellie, a black-and-white cat living in Virginia, went viral after it revealed an owner surrendered Ellie for being too cuddly. Ellie is now set to be adopted.

Rising car repossessions trend warning sign for economy, report says

The number of car repossessions across the United States is on the rise and expected to continue into the new year. Some industry experts say it is a sign of the economy.

113 million Americans expected to travel this holiday season as major winter storm looms

The FOX Forecast Center is keeping its eyes on the likelihood of a significant Christmas week winter storm that could impact millions of travelers because of snow, strong winds, rain and dangerously low temperatures.

TSA reports record number of firearms at airport security checkpoints, agency says

The Transportation Security Administration has recorded a record number of firearms found at airport security checkpoints throughout the country in 2022.