When is the official start of winter? Here's why meteorological winter begins on December 1
Calendars found in homes across the country usually say winter begins on Dec. 21, when in reality the season starts three weeks earlier on Dec. 1.
Calendars found in homes across the country usually say winter begins on Dec. 21, when in reality the season starts three weeks earlier on Dec. 1.
Watch these kids have the best reaction to dad's Christmas lights
Video captured the special moment three kids in Pennsylvania had a touching reaction to their family’s outdoor Christmas lights.
Video captured the special moment three kids in Pennsylvania had a touching reaction to their family’s outdoor Christmas lights.
Watch: Table with massive Thanksgiving spread suddenly collapses
A family’s massive Thanksgiving feast came crashing down before their eyes in an unexpected moment that was caught on camera.
A family’s massive Thanksgiving feast came crashing down before their eyes in an unexpected moment that was caught on camera.
Black Friday online spending hits record $11.8B
AI-driven traffic to retail websites jumped 805% as Americans avoided crowded stores.
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.
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.
Travel Tuesday — the post-Thanksgiving day that promises one-day deals on flights, hotels and cruises — has taken off in recent years.
'Too early for Christmas'? Americans clash as stores push holiday tree sales
When do you decorate for Christmas? Expert reveal their opinion for the best timing, as others differ wildly. Is your tree up?
When do you decorate for Christmas? Expert reveal their opinion for the best timing, as others differ wildly. Is your tree up?
Angel Tree program receives 'overwhelming' support this year
The Salvation Army Angel Tree program makes sure Santa comes to every house.
The Salvation Army Angel Tree program makes sure Santa comes to every house.
Tom Brady and Gopuff team up with nonprofit dedicated to making day after Super Bowl national holiday
'The Super Monday Off Coalition' is the nonprofit at the center of the 'real action' movement.
'The Super Monday Off Coalition' is the nonprofit at the center of the 'real action' movement.
Retail stores kick off holidays with exclusive deals, AI assistance tools make online shopping easier
Friday is retail's biggest day of the year—to kick off the holiday shopping season.
Friday is retail's biggest day of the year—to kick off the holiday shopping season.
Black Friday theft threat turns holiday weekend into shoplifters' 'Super Bowl': former detective
Patrick Brosnan warns organized retail theft is multibillion-dollar business as 186 million Americans shop holiday weekend
Patrick Brosnan warns organized retail theft is multibillion-dollar business as 186 million Americans shop holiday weekend
Watch: 'Magical' Christmas lights shine deep in Louisville's Mega Cavern
In Kentucky, Christmas magic is already on display in the form of a sparkling light show deep within a 100-acre cavern.
In Kentucky, Christmas magic is already on display in the form of a sparkling light show deep within a 100-acre cavern.
Feeding Tampa Bay serves up 1,500 Thanksgiving meals and shares turkey tips
More than 1,500 people across Tampa Bay will sit down for a warm Thanksgiving meal thanks to Feeding Tampa Bay. The chefs and volunteers have been hard at work since before sunrise.
More than 1,500 people across Tampa Bay will sit down for a warm Thanksgiving meal thanks to Feeding Tampa Bay. The chefs and volunteers have been hard at work since before sunrise.
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?
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?
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.
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.
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.
Watch live: Thanksgiving Day parades from New York & around the US
Join us all morning on Thanksgiving for live, unfiltered coverage of parades and celebrations nationwide, including the New York Thanksgiving Parade live at 8:30 a.m. ET.
Join us all morning on Thanksgiving for live, unfiltered coverage of parades and celebrations nationwide, including the New York Thanksgiving Parade live at 8:30 a.m. ET.
How to navigate difficult relationships during the holidays
Thanksgiving is a good time to gather around the table with your family and enjoy the holiday. But experts know, sometimes that doesn't happen.
Thanksgiving is a good time to gather around the table with your family and enjoy the holiday. But experts know, sometimes that doesn't happen.
Thanksgiving threat: Safety tips for your holiday leftovers
Experts are explaining how to properly store leftovers in an effort to prevent foodborne illnesses this Thanksgiving.
Experts are explaining how to properly store leftovers in an effort to prevent foodborne illnesses this Thanksgiving.