Dec 16 How to support grieving loved ones at the holidays By J. Kim Penberthy, The Conversation Holidays and special occasions can amplify the pain, leaving those grieving feeling isolated and overwhelmed. Continue reading
Nov 28 Watch 6:00 Love it or hate it, pumpkin spice is everywhere this time of year. How did it take over? By Paul Solman, Maea Lenei Buhre While this season’s politics and headlines may lead to heated exchanges over the Thanksgiving table, economics correspondent Paul Solman looks at the history of a different controversy that is ubiquitous during the holidays: pumpkin spice. Continue watching
Nov 27 3 ways empathy can help you handle conflict during the holidays By Casey Kuhn Even if you think the other person will not be empathetic to your side of a discussion, if you model that empathetic behavior, you’re more likely to see the other person mirror it back. Continue reading
Jun 12 What is Flag Day? Here's a guide By Teresa Crawford, John O'Connor, Associated Press This unincorporated Wisconsin town about 35 miles north of Milwaukee takes the day seriously. Continue reading
Mar 16 From religious roots to global holiday, here's what to know about St. Patrick's Day By Deepti Hajela, Associated Press If it's March, and it's green, it must be St. Patrick's Day. The day honoring the patron saint of Ireland is a global celebration of Irish heritage. Continue reading
Dec 07 WATCH: Marking start of Hanukkah, Emhoff condemns antisemitism, says Biden and Harris 'have your back' By Associated Press Emhoff, the first Jewish person to be the spouse of one of the country's nationally elected leaders, highlighted fear in the Jewish community, moments before the menorah was lit on the Ellipse, just south of the White House. Continue reading
Nov 30 When is Hanukkah, and how is it celebrated around the world? By Giovanna Dell'Orto, Associated Press In Hebrew, Hanukkah means “dedication."… Continue reading
Nov 10 What is Diwali, and how is it celebrated in India and the diaspora? By Deepa Bharath, Associated Press Diwali is derived from the word “Deepavali,” which means “a row of lights.”… Continue reading
Oct 08 5 things to know about Indigenous Peoples Day By Hallie Golden, Christine Fernando, Associated Press “This day is about reclaiming histories.”… Continue reading
Aug 31 Labor Day travelers can expect lots of company By David Koenig, Associated Press The Federal Aviation Administration predicts that this will be the third busiest holiday weekend of the year so far. Continue reading