'We The People' Is The White House's Theme For The Holidays
Jill Biden chose a holiday theme to remind Americans of what unites them. The decorations will be unveiled during an event Monday.
| AP
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Operation Santa: How You And The USPS Can Help People In Need
Operation Santa has helped deliver gifts from Ol' Saint Nick to kids of all ages. And over the years, the process has moved online.
| Aimee Reece and Lindsay Tuchman
Naughty Or Nice: Potential Santa Shortage This Christmas Season
The demand for Santa Claus and all his helpers is up by over 30% from last year.
| Stephen Graddick IV and Aimee Reece
How to Extend the Shelf Life of Food Beyond the 'Best By' Date
Expiration confusion is one of the top causes of food waste. Here are some ways you can extend the life of products beyond the "best by" date.
How To Avoid Online Scams This Holiday Season
Experts say online scams around the holidays are growing because of Americans' increased reliance on e-commerce for shopping.
Biden Brings Thanksgiving Pies To Nantucket First Responders
President Joe Biden has a more than 40-year tradition of spending Thanksgiving on the Massachusetts island.
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FeedingNYC Has Fed 100,000 Families Since 2001 For Thanksgiving
FeedingNYC, a non-profit organization, provides hundreds of meals to shelters that include migrant families.
When Is It Too Early To Play Christmas Music?
When is it too early to ring in the holiday season on speakers and over the airwaves?
| Patrick McGovern
Holiday Shopping Kicks Off With Inflation Dampening Spirits
Shoppers are dipping more into their savings, turning increasingly to “buy now, pay later” services.
| AP and Stephanie Sandoval
High-Flying Balloon Characters Star In Thanksgiving Parade
This year’s Macy's Thanksgiving parade will feature 16 giant balloons, 28 floats, 40 novelty and heritage inflatables.
| AP and Scott Withers
The Impact Of Food Waste Spans Beyond The Kitchen
Americans waste anywhere from 30% to 40% of food that's produced in the U.S., says an environmental science professor at American University.
Hunters In New Jersey Help Feed The Hungry This Holiday Season
Over the last decade and a half, Hunters Helping the Hungry has delivered 2.2 million quarter-pound servings of fresh venison to families.
How Contract Post Office Closures Affect Communities
Some post offices are run by contractors — and if the contract stops, so does the mail.
The Potential Future Of Daylight Saving Time
Right now, 19 states have legislation in place to adopt daylight time year-round if the Sunshine Protection Act becomes law.
| Brandi Scarber
Pet Cat Discovered In Luggage By TSA X-Ray At Airport
Luckily for this kitty, he made it back home safely after he was found among the checked baggage at JFK.
Cats Know Your Voice And Can Tell When You're Talking To Them
Research just proved what a lot of cat owners already know —they're not as aloof as people think they are.
| Simplemost and Bridget Sharkey
Holiday Travel Rush Is Back With Some New Habits
AAA expects more than 54 million people to travel at least 50 miles from home in the U.S. this week, a 1.5% bump over Thanksgiving last year.
| AP and Scott Withers and Scripps News Staff
What Are Giblets, Anyway? Here's How To Cook With Them On Thanksgiving
This oft-overlooked bit of turkey meat can make for flavorful additions to Thanksgiving dinner.
How To Snoop Around In Your Phone If You Think Someone Has Used It
If you suspect others have been accessing your cellphone, you can take a few easy steps to learn what they were up to on your device.
Food Prices Are Affecting Many Americans' Typical Thanksgiving Meal
As Thanksgiving approaches, inflation isn't the only reason the holiday dinner may be more expensive this year.
Are Airlines Prepared For Holiday Travel?
Will airlines be ready for the holiday rush after a summer bummer?
Why Do We Eat Cranberries At Thanksgiving?
How did this fruit end up becoming such a Thanksgiving staple?
Black Friday vs. Cyber Monday Deals: Which Are Better?
Black Friday and Cyber Monday are two of the biggest shopping days of the year. But does one day offer deeper discounts?
How To Download Your Twitter Archive And Save Your Tweets
If you're considering leaving Twitter or you're worried about the platform shutting down, this is how you can save your tweets and other account data.
Biden's Granddaughter Naomi, Peter Neal Wed At White House
It is the first White House wedding with a president’s granddaughter as the bride, and the first one ever on the South Lawn.
| AP and Scripps News Staff
Why Do Presidents Pardon Turkeys?
It's a centuries-old tradition with origins that are a little ... feathery. Some believe it started with Lincoln — not the president, but his son.
Biden's Granddaughter To Exchange Vows In White House's 19th Wedding
Naomi Biden and Peter Neal's wedding will be the first to take place on the South Lawn, but the 19th wedding hosted at the White House.
You Can Finally Kick Someone Off Your Netflix—Here's How
Netflix's latest tool is designed to make it easier to log out when you're traveling—but it also makes it easy too boot someone off your account.
Average Long-Term U.S. Mortgage Rates Tumble To 6.6%
Mortgage buyer Freddie Mac reported Thursday that the average on the key 30-year rate fell to 6.61% from 7.08% last week.
| AP and Scripps News Staff
Do Income Programs Work?
How much should payments be, how are these programs funded, and most importantly — are they sustainable?
