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Roz Chast Holiday Gifts
The award-winning cartoonist, who admits to having a “very fraught” relationship with gift-giving, still loves handmade gifts from her children.The New York Times - 5h -
Julio Torres on Holiday Gifts
“A good gift is like a bridge between two people,” the creator of “Los Espookys” said. “It’s a way of communicating, ‘You are on my mind when you’re not in front of me.’”The New York Times - 18h -
A mix of merriment, music and mayhem makes panto a beloved British holiday tradition
Panto is as much a part of Christmas in Britain as turkey, tinsel and mince piesABC News - 19h -
Holiday Movies Quiz
Find out if you deserve the expert’s Santa hat or a big old lump of coal.The New York Times - 22h -
5 Best WIRED-Tested Humidifiers for Home and Away (2024)
Breathe easy with our top WIRED-tested picks for room comfort and preventing illness.Wired - 1d -
A mix of merriment, music and mayhem makes panto a beloved British holiday tradition
Panto is as much a part of Christmas in Britain as turkey, tinsel and mince piesABC News - 19h -
Filipino death row prisoner to return home after 15 years in Indonesian jail
Mary Jane Veloso was sentenced to death after she was found guilty of drug trafficking in 2010. A Filipino migrant worker who has spent almost 15 years on death row in Indonesia is expected to ...The Guardian - 1d -
South Dakota's Nora Store hosts decades-long caroling tradition
For nearly 40 years, Mike Pedersen has brought Christmas cheer to one of South Dakota's smallest towns, hosting caroling at the Nora Store. David Begnaud has the story.CBS News - 1d -
Hallmark’s First ‘Mr. Christmas’ Goes Home for the Holidays
And he’s single.The New York Times - 1d -
Holiday travel expected to break records
The end of 2024 is expected to be the busiest holiday travel period on record, as experts predict it will narrowly beat the record set in 2019. Kris Van Cleave has more on the nation's travel plans.CBS News - 2d -
Filipino woman on Indonesia death row recalls a stunning last minute reprieve and 'miracle' transfer
Filipino death row inmate Mary Jane Fiesta Veloso knelt to pray when officers came to take her to an execution site in May 2015, just feet from her isolation cell on an Indonesian prison island, ...ABC News - 3d -
Why More Brides Are Skipping the Traditional March Song
More couples are skipping the traditional processional to Richard Wagner’s “Bridal Chorus.”The New York Times - 4d -
The best ways to plan for travel during the holiday season
AAA says they are expecting 3 million more people to travel through the holidays this year than last year. "The Points Guy" editor at large Nicky Kelvin joins CBS News to discuss how to make the ...CBS News - 4d -
An Easy Holiday Manicure With a Secret Ingredient
The nail artist Mei Kawajiri shares a festive nail design you can recreate at home in just five steps, using products you probably already own.The New York Times - 4d -
The best dumbbells for your home workout routine
What are the best dumbbells for working out at home? Build your strength and muscle with the best fixed and adjustable weights from brands like PowerBlock, Bowflex, Amazon and more.NBC News - 4d -
Legos, Vacations, and Paper Maché Dragons: The Best Holiday Gift Ideas From Inc. 5000 Founders
Most employees hope to receive something special this holiday season — and these Inc. 5000 founders are going above and beyond.Inc. - 4d -
Why Christopher Wray’s Resignation May Signal a Shift in FBI Tradition
Mr. Wray’s voluntary departure could usher in a new era at the nation’s premier law enforcement agency, one in which the job of director changes with the administration.The New York Times - 5d -
Let me go home, says teenager held in Dubai after holiday romance
Marcus Fakana was sentenced to one year in prison over a sexual relationship with a British girl.BBC News - 5d -
Doing Less for the Holidays
Some people respond to the stress of the season by adopting a Marie Kondo approach: relinquishing the rituals that no longer bring them joy.The New York Times - 6d -
Making Danish Holiday Crafts
In the land of hygge, handmade paper decorations have long brought holiday cheer — and a chance to share the simple joys of crafting.The New York Times - 6d -
Is making a holiday wishlist practical or tacky?
Nearly 5bn lb of gift returns end up in landfills every year and yet there is a certain taboo around compiling a gift list. The first Christmas that I was with my boyfriend, his family asked for my ...The Guardian - 6d -
AP PHOTOS: In India’s northeast, Nagas showcase traditional culture at Hornbill Festival
The men were dressed like warriors as they stabbed their spears in the air, reenacting a form of tribal warfare their ancestors used in battles. Many others, wearing tribal costumes, sang and ...ABC News - 6d -
Movie Review: A 'Lord of the Rings' tradition turns small-scale in the anime 'Rohirrim'
It’s a discombobulating experience, after a “Lord of the Rings” trilogy that was built, down to every frame and hobbit hair, for the big screen, to see something so comparatively minor, ...ABC News - Dec. 10 -
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Josh Allen Made a Change. Now He’s the N.F.L.’s Best Quarterback.
Allen’s growth has the Bills looking like legitimate Super Bowl contenders, a columnist for The Athletic writes.The New York Times - Dec. 10 -
Tips for tipping this holiday season
A new survey from Bankrate found that the majority of people who have housekeepers, childcare providers and teachers are planning to give them a tip for the holidays. And at least a quarter of U.S. ...CBS News - Dec. 10 -
Kristen Arnett on Holiday Gifts
The author keeps a list on her phone of gift ideas. “During the year, if someone close to me mentioned something that they really like or really want, I put a note in right then.”The New York Times - Dec. 9 -
The Shining, burritos and $5 gifts: readers’ unusual holiday traditions
Their answers are a reminder that the holidays can be whatever you want them to be. Holidays and tradition go hand in hand: Thanksgiving feasts, Christmas trees, menorah lighting, New Year’s Eve ...The Guardian - Dec. 9 -
College Football’s Conference Title Games Are a Nonsensical Tradition
These matchups are vestiges of a bygone era in the sport, a columnist for The Athletic writes.The New York Times - Dec. 8 -
Misrule and martyrs: 10 dark midwinter traditions
This year, why not welcome the shadowy side of winter with an ancient ritual or two?. We spend much of our midwinter in joyous celebrations – of Christmas, of New Year, with friends and family, ...The Guardian - Dec. 8 -
‘Gun control is dead, and we killed it’: the growing threat of firearms that can be made at home
One far-right cell wanted to use 3D-printed guns to cause ‘maximum confusion and fear’ on the streets of Finland. Could the police intercept them in time?. . Long before he started making guns with ...The Guardian - Dec. 7 -
A Filipino Holiday Tradition, Perhaps Best Not Made at Home
This year, I found a new way to celebrate my heritage through parols, colorful star-shaped lanterns.The New York Times - Dec. 7 -
3,955-Piece Home Alone Lego Set Gets Huge Discount At Best Buy, Will Sell Out (Again)
Lego Ideas: Home Alone (3,955 Pieces) $240 (was ...GameSpot - Dec. 6 -
It’s Not Too Late to Rein In Holiday Spending
Research suggests that you’ll spend less than you otherwise would by setting a strict budget — even if you go over the budget.The New York Times - Dec. 6 -
Therapy ponies for nursing homes
There are many kinds of therapy for those struggling with their mental health. CBS News' Leah Mishkin shows us a unique approach making a big impact at nursing homes in England - therapy ponies.CBS News - Dec. 6 -
Indonesia agrees to repatriate Filipino woman who spent years on death row over drug trafficking
Indonesia and the Philippines signed a deal on Friday to repatriate a Filipino death-row drug convict, as the new administration of President Prabowo Subianto seeks to shore up diplomatic ties with ...ABC News - Dec. 6 -
Pam Bondi’s Journey From Traditional Republican to Warrior for Trump
The president-elect’s choice for attorney general is known for her charm and fealty to him.The New York Times - Dec. 5 -
Disneyland's holiday fest dazzles with Latin traditions and a candlelit 'Silent Night'
Disney California Adventure's Festival of Holidays is a 'tapestry of diversity,' focusing on the cultures that inspired Disney films.Los Angeles Times - Dec. 5 -
Justice Dept.’s Apolitical Tradition Is Challenged by 2 Presidents
The post-Watergate norm that political leaders should steer clear of criminal cases is being tested from opposite ends of the political spectrum.The New York Times - Dec. 3 -
17 Best Housewarming Gifts for Any New Home
Make a house into a home with these gifts, whether they’re moving into their first house or a great new apartment.Wired - Dec. 3
