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From trees to decorative chickens, holiday decor could boost retailers as shoppers pull back on gifts
Retailers are trying to capitalize on customers going big on decorating, especially as discretionary spending is still under pressure.CNBC - 5h -
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 - 14h -
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 - 1d -
How Christmas Trees Could Become a Source of Low-Carbon Protein
In the nascent field of mycoforestry, tree-growers are combining saplings with symbiotic fungi to grow timber and mushrooms on the same plots of land.Wired - 2d -
Retail sales jump on strong auto and internet buying. Economy in good shape for holiday season.
There’s no quit in American shoppers. Retail sales rose faster than expected at the start of the holiday shopping season in November and pointed to steady growth in the U.S. economy.MarketWatch - 1d -
How to Boost Holiday Profits with Tech and Strategy
From Jingle Bells to ringing sales, here are strategic tips for a profitable season.Inc. - 2d -
Cautious Shoppers Seek ‘Cozy’ and ‘Festive’ Gifts This Season
Small businesses are seeing trends in holiday shopping.Inc. - 2d -
Britain's iconic red mailboxes get holiday decorations
Volunteers are out in force decorating Britain's iconic red mailboxes for the holidays. Tina Kraus takes a look at how the festive makeover happens.CBS News - 2d -
Jim Gaffigan on the gifts no one should give for the holidays
Holiday shopping can be stressful. So as a public service, comedian Jim Gaffigan offers his advice on what NOT to give those on your list – and some very welcome advice on what would be an ...CBS News - 3d -
2024 holiday gift ideas from Techno Claus
As the holiday nears, "Sunday Morning" is paid a visit by Techno Claus (a.k.a. David Pogue), who offers valuable gift-giving tips for the gadget lovers on your list.CBS News - 3d -
How to reduce holiday waste with sustainable gift-giving
According to the Center for Biological Diversity, the U.S. creates nearly 6 billion tons more waste in December than in other months. The nonprofit says about 25% of returned products end up in ...CBS News - 4d -
Important holiday shipping deadlines to know for timely gift arrivals
Americans are expected to spend a record amount this holiday season, but the deadline for those presents to reach their destination is quickly approaching. CBS News correspondent Danya Bacchus has ...CBS 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. - 5d -
Decorated champion Lindsey Vonn to compete at skiing World Cup in Switzerland as comeback continues
The Olympic gold medalist is attempting a comeback at the age of 40CBS Sports - 5d -
Russia appears to pull back its forces in Syria
Satellite imagery and Ukrainian intelligence suggest activity consistent with drawdown at Moscow’s key air baseFinancial Times - 5d -
A ‘Second Tree of Life’ Could Wreak Havoc, Scientists Warn
Research on so-called mirror cells, which defy fundamental properties of living organisms, should be prohibited as too dangerous, biologists said.The New York Times - 5d -
Insurance companies pull back wildfire coverage in California
Increasingly intense wildfires have become more common in California, upending the lives of thousands. Many insurers are dwindling coverage options, leaving several homes in danger. Business ...CBS News - 5d -
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 - 6d -
Upcoming Nasdaq-100 changes could boost the stocks of these 11 companies
There are also a bunch of companies that may be removed from the Nasdaq-100 as part of its reconstitution before the end of the year.MarketWatch - 6d -
Will Trump pull America back from the world?
So-called restrainers reject post-Cold War foreign policy consensusFinancial Times - 6d -
WATCH: Mom and kids sneak downstairs to see Santa leaving gifts under Christmas tree
Tyler Montemurro, a mom of five, started this tradition with her family in 2021 when her dad had the idea to dress up as Santa Claus.ABC News - Dec. 11 -
Chicken wing and Shakira-backed debt floods Wall Street
Plus, Evergrande’s liquidators go after a private jet and an $800bn asset manager prepares to sue over Credit Suisse debt wipeoutFinancial Times - Dec. 11 -
Alaska Air is latest airline to boost guidance on strong holiday travel demand
Alaska Airlines Inc.’s stock was up 1.6% early Tuesday, after the regional carrier joined rivals in raising its fourth-quarter guidance as revenue rose more than expected and costs came down.MarketWatch - Dec. 10 -
These Lego Jigsaw Puzzles Are A Great Holiday Gift Idea
Shopping for a Lego fan this year, but want to get them something more unique than a traditional set of bricks? Then check out the surprisingly long list of Lego jigsaw puzzles up for grabs. These ...GameSpot - 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 -
41+ last-minute holiday gifts that ship fast
The best last-minute gifts from brands like Brooklinen, Theragun and Lego.NBC News - Dec. 9 -
Musk’s Efficiency Role Could Boost Tech-Defense Partnerships
Smaller military technology companies may be involved in more joint projects with big defense contractors.Inc. - 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 -
25 Work From Home Gift Ideas
Upgrade your loved one’s home office with these picks that make every day a little easier—and a little more fun.Wired - Dec. 8 -
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 -
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Michigan high school choir belts out holiday tunes from a towering Christmas tree
MUSKEGON, Mich. (AP) — A western Michigan community is celebrating the 40th anniversary of its beloved singing Christmas tree.Yahoo Sports - Dec. 7 -
Holiday gift suggestions for your gamer | The DeanBeat
OK, I've been a little late coming up with my holiday gift guide, as we've already passed both Black Friday and Cyber Monday.VentureBeat - Dec. 6 -
The Office Holiday Party Is Back. But What to Wear?
Tips from The Times’ fashion director on how to navigate the sartorial anxieties of the season.The New York Times - Dec. 6 -
GameStop Jumps After Cryptic Post From ‘Roaring Kitty’ Boosts Retail Hype
GameStop’s stock is up around 76 percent so far this year.Inc. - Dec. 5 -
'Happy Holidays': Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree Lights Up
The Rockefeller Center Christmas tree was lit in New York City on Wednesday, December 4, kicking off the holiday season for New Yorkers.The 70-year-old, 74-foot-high (23-meter-high) tree from ...Yahoo Sports - Dec. 5 -
Fewer shoppers turned out for Thanksgiving-weekend deals, retail group says. Here’s why.
The five-day period between Thanksgiving and Cyber Monday saw fewer shoppers than a year ago, a major retail-industry group said Tuesday, due in part to the later timing of the holiday this year ...MarketWatch - Dec. 4 -
This Giving Tuesday, Workplace Giving Could Be Getting a Boost
Celebrated the Tuesday after Thanksgiving, Giving Tuesday offers companies a chance to give back. Here’s a look at the state of workplace giving in 2024.Inc. - Dec. 3 -
How a gold investment could boost your portfolio in 2025
Gold can be a valuable asset to add to your portfolio ahead of the new year. Here's why.CBS News - Dec. 3 -
MicroStrategy has kept buying bitcoin as prices have pulled back
The software company has spent nearly $7 billion buying bitcoin in the past two weeks as prices have pulled back.MarketWatch - Dec. 2
