Amazon workers on strike at peak of holiday shopping season

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 ...

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A behind-the-scenes look at how shippers handle the holiday season

Nancy Chen went behind-the-scenes with one of the largest shipping companies in the U.S. for a look at how they tackle the busy holiday season.

CBS News - Dec. 12

Raise a glass: A lot of top-shelf booze is more affordable this holiday season

Beer prices are rising, but some spirits — including many tequilas and whiskeys — are seeing price drops that make even top-shelf bottles a bit more affordable.

NBC News - Dec. 12

Consumers feeling inflation pinch this holiday shopping season

The Labor Department reported Wednesday that consumer prices rose 2.7% year-over-year in November. The news comes as consumers do their holiday shopping and the Federal Reserve weighs its final ...

CBS News - Dec. 12

Only 16% of holiday shoppers plan to spend more this season because of inflation, CNBC survey shows

Participants in the CNBC All-America Economic Survey say that prices for holiday gifts are higher this year than last. That may be affecting spending patterns.

CNBC - Dec. 12

A Beloved Toy Store Is Closing This Holiday Season. Are Shifting Social Media Algorithms to Blame?

Keewa Nurullah’s Kido boutique in Chicago’s South Loop found its stride online. Now, Instagram may be the Grinch.

Inc. - Dec. 12

Apple's latest iPhones get the gift of more AI as holiday shopping season heats up

Apple is pumping more artificial intelligence into the latest iPhones during the holiday shopping season

ABC News - Dec. 11

Amazon-Exclusive Pokemon TCG Holiday Premium Collection Gets Big Discount

Pokemon TCG: Paradox Fury Premium Collection (Amazon's Holiday Gift Set) $49.77 (was ...

GameSpot - Dec. 11

How consumers can protect themselves against porch pirates this holiday season

A new consumer survey shows package thieves have stolen from 14 million Americans in just the last three months. National consumer correspondent Usher Quraishi shows how to protect yourself from ...

CBS News - Dec. 11

Geminids meteor shower peaks this weekend: How to watch

People across the globe could see up to 120 meteors per hour during the peak of the Geminids meteor shower this week.

The Hill - Dec. 11

Avanti West Coast workers to strike over Christmas

Train managers have voted for walkouts on 22, 23 and 29 December in a row over rest days.

BBC News - Dec. 10

Small Businesses Handling Shorter Holiday Shopping Season With Earlier Events and Promotions

A quirk of the calendar means there are only 27 shopping days between Thanksgiving and Christmas, forcing business owners to hustle for shoppers’ business.

Inc. - Dec. 10

Best Buy Apple Shopping Event deals

Now until December 12th, Best Buy is offering discounts on popular Apple products like MacBooks, iPads and more.

NBC News - Dec. 10

How to make root beer ham this holiday season

New York Times Cooking is celebrating the season with a simple recipe for root beer ham. Preparation work takes less than 20 minutes and the rest is done in the oven.

CBS News - 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

Museum Gift Shops Elevate Their Watch Lines

Recent designs include a collaboration with an award-winning architect and an elaborate pocket watch.

The New York Times - Dec. 10

WWF: 2024 Amazon forest fire season burns area roughly size of Italy

Yahoo News - Dec. 9

Spending on TikTok Shop Rises as App Faces Ban

TikTok Shop sales had reached $100 million on Black Friday.

Inc. - Dec. 8

Teamsters union calls for Amazon to set bargaining dates after Thanksgiving strike

The International Brotherhood of Teamsters urged Amazon to agree to set bargaining dates for a union contract by Dec. 15. “The Teamsters are done asking nicely for Amazon to stop breaking the law. ...

The Hill - Dec. 7

The stock market is about to gift investors with two holiday season rallies

December brings both the ‘Santa Claus Rally’ and the ‘January Effect.’

MarketWatch - Dec. 7

13 of the best and most beautiful shops in Paris

Chocolatier, fromagerie, parfumerie … Parisian shops sound as gorgeous as they look. We choose stores with a history of exquisite craftsmanship. There are multiple locations of much-loved ...

The Guardian - Dec. 7

Woolworths workers vote to return to work, ending two week strike action

More than 1,500 Woolworths warehouse workers in two states went on strike from 21 November, seeking better pay and safety on the job

Yahoo Sports - Dec. 7

21+ best Lego gifts to shop this year

For the best Lego gifts this year, we looked to Lego Duplo, Lego Creator and Lego Ideas.

NBC News - Dec. 6

7 reasons to consolidate your credit card debt this holiday season

If you're trying to get rid of high-rate credit card debt, consolidation could be a smart move right now.

CBS News - Dec. 6

Whoopi Goldberg plays the baddie onstage in 'Annie' this holiday season in New York

Whoopi Goldberg is about to break two ironclad rules of show business — never work with animals or children

ABC News - Dec. 6

Donate This Holiday Season: Haitian Immigrants Need Our Help

Organizations supporting vulnerable Haitian immigrants are under tremendous strain.

The New York Times - Dec. 6

Donate This Holiday Season: Ex-Convicts Need Your Help

New Jersey Re-entry Corporation helps people stay out of prison after they’ve been in.

The New York Times - Dec. 5

Shop online for pre-Christmas delivery

Yahoo News - Dec. 5

One in five shop purchases now made in cash

Notes and coins used in a fifth of transactions, say retailers - a second consecutive annual rise.

BBC News - Dec. 5

Where To Buy Disney And Pixar Lego Sets This Holiday Season

The holidays are almost here, and if you’re shopping for a Disney fan, consider checking out the many Lego Disney sets available for purchase. These cover iconic films like The Lion King, Snow ...

GameSpot - Dec. 5

Peak US-phoria? Not yet

And Trump’s cheap energy dream

Financial Times - Dec. 5

How to avoid ticket scams during concert and holiday show season

Americans lost over $2.3 million to online ticket scams this year, according to the FBI. Lucas Gutterman from U.S. Public Interest Research Group shares tips to protect yourself.

CBS News - Dec. 4

The top books and experiences for the wealthy this holiday season

J.P. Morgan Private Bank's "NextList2025" includes four museums, two wineries, four Broadway shows and 10 books.

CNBC - Dec. 3

CoD: Black Ops 6 And Warzone Season 1 Reloaded Includes Holiday Events, Snowball Fights, And New Zombies Map

Season 1 Reloaded arrives in Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 and Warzone on December 5, bringing plenty of midseason content. This includes the brand-new Citadelle des Morts Zombies map, Warzone ...

GameSpot - Dec. 3

Wisconsin judge strikes down law stripping government workers of collective bargaining rights

A Wisconsin judge overturned a state law that prevented public employees from collective bargaining on Monday. The legislation, known as Act 10 and passed in 2011 under former Gov. Scott Walker ...

The Hill - Dec. 3