Economy Nov 28 Why retailers still see Black Friday as the high point of the holiday shopping season In the U.S., analysts envision a solid holiday shopping season, though perhaps not as robust as last year’s, with many shoppers under financial pressure and cautious with their discretionary spending despite the easing of inflation. By Anne D'Innocenzio
Nation Dec 22 Few airport delays as busiest holiday travel season in years is off to a smooth start U.S. airlines are predicting a blockbuster holiday season and have projected confidence they can handle the crowds after hiring thousands of pilots, flight attendants and other workers, seeking to avoid the delays and suspensions that marred travel last year. By Alexandra Olson, Associated Press
Nation May 29 Watch 3:24 Remembering and honoring the nation’s fallen on Memorial Day On this Memorial Day, we hear from President Biden, Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin and Chair of the Joint Chiefs Gen. Mark Milley. They all participated in the annual commemoration of this solemn day at Arlington National Cemetery and spoke… By Amna Nawaz, Tommy Walters
Politics Nov 28 WATCH: Jill Biden shows off White House ‘We the People’ holiday decorations The White House says first lady Jill Biden has drawn inspiration from the nation's founding documents to decorate for the holidays. The first lady's theme is "We the People."… By Darlene Superville, Associated Press
Nov 22 No turkey shortage for Thanksgiving, but higher prices expected By Dee-Ann Durbin, Associated Press The American Farm Bureau estimates a Thanksgiving feast for 10 will cost $53.31 this year, up 14% from a year ago. Butterball CEO Jay Jandrain says labor, transportation and feed costs all soared this year and remain elevated. Continue reading
Sep 04 Will long Labor Day weekend mean another coronavirus spike? By Pat Eaton-Robb, Thalia Beaty, Associated Press The rise in infections, deaths and hospitalizations over the summer was blamed in part on Americans behaving heedlessly over other long holiday weekends. Continue reading
Dec 21 What to do with all of your holiday trash By Jamie Leventhal Many Americans will toss their mountainous pile of holiday waste into the recycling bin, which can do more harm than good. Here's how to properly dispose of holiday wrappings, decorations and Christmas lights. Continue reading
Dec 20 4 scientific tips to make your holiday cookies burst with flavor By Jamie Leventhal By using some chemistry and physics when baking, you can unlock a completely new range of delicious flavors in your holiday cookies. Continue reading
Nov 19 7 easy ways to give back this holiday season By Larisa Epatko As the holidays approach, we look at some simple ways to contribute to charitable efforts in your community and bring others a little cheer. Continue reading