USPS, FedEx release 2021 holiday shipping deadlines

The USPS and FedEx have released this year’s holiday shipping deadlines to help Americans make sure their holiday presents arrive on time.

Sausage mummy recipe for Halloween – with optional candy eyeballs

With this Halloween recipe, you can make mummy-themed sausages for your spooky festivity -- complete with those edible candy eyeballs.

‘It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown’ and other ‘Peanuts’ classics return to TV

In 2020, AppleTV+ became the home for all “Peanuts” content, but partnered with PBS to air both the Christmas and Thanksgiving specials. It will happen once again in 2021, with the addition of the Halloween special.

CDC unveils new safety guidelines for holiday season

The CDC is suggesting that families hold virtual holiday celebrations, or, if celebrating indoors, using a window fan to keep the air at an indoor party as fresh as possible.

CDC removes holiday guidance suggesting ‘virtual’ celebrations from website

A CDC spokesperson on Tuesday said guidance that was posted on the agency’s website suggesting “that families hold virtual holiday celebrations,” was outdated and removed from the agency’s website.

Americans could pay 20%  more for holiday gifts this year, analysts say

Salesforce, a global software company, says holiday price hikes come as the U.S. economy rebounds from the COVID-19 pandemic and contends with a backup of cargo ships at America’s ports.

Hottest toys to grab in 2021 and how much they cost

Toys"R"Us and Macy’s have released a list of the top 75 toys of this holiday season, which includes dollhouses, toy cars, scooters and board games.

Pumpkin spice’s nostalgic aroma fuels the seasonal craze, doctor says

There’s no pumpkin in pumpkin spice, but there is something about it that triggers nostalgia and comfort – even if it’s still humid in Florida.

Walmart won’t offer layaway option this holiday season

Layaway won’t be an option for holiday shoppers at Walmart, but the company is introducing another way to purchase through installments.

Why Hispanic Heritage Month begins in the middle of September

Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15, but why does it start in the middle of the month?

Law enforcement warns boaters, beachgoers to be cautious during Labor Day weekend

Ahead of what’s expected to be a busy Labor Day weekend, Florida officials want to warn the public of safety measures they should remember while on the water.

Friday the 13th: Origins of why the day is considered unlucky

August 13 marks the one and only Friday the 13th of 2021 — a day that tends to evoke a range of emotions for the superstitious.