NFL on Netflix Christmas Day: Why games are being played on a Wednesday, streamed on Netflix

Hanukkah this year starts on Christmas Day in rare occurrence

The eight-day Jewish holiday of Hanukkah starts on Christmas Day in 2024, an occurrence that happens very infrequently.

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‘Squid Game’ returns. Here’s what else is worth streaming from Netflix, Disney and more in December 2024.

‘Squid Game’ is back, plus ‘Star Wars: Skeleton Crew’ and a ‘Dexter’ prequel highlight a slow month. Plus, here are the best series of the year, and recommendations for best escapist shows.

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Fantasy Football Playoffs Week 17 Quarterback Preview: Championship streaming options, DFS plays, and more

Everything you need to know about quarterback for Week 17

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Significance of Christmas and Hanukkah falling on the same day

Wednesday marks a rare holiday occurrence — when Hanukkah begins at sundown on Christmas night. It's just the fifth time in the last 114 years that both holidays are taking place on the same day, ...

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Netflix airing 2 NFL games, Beyoncé halftime show on Christmas Day

Netflix will be airing two NFL games on Christmas, a first for the streaming giant. The Pittsburgh Steelers will face off against the Kansas City Chiefs, followed by a game between the Baltimore ...

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Netflix is hosting the NFL and Beyoncé. But is its tech ready for prime time?

Netflix will air two marquee NFL events on Christmas Day, a key test of its technological ability as it doubles down on live event programming.

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Fantasy Football: Week 17 advice and Christmas Day sleepers

Scott Pianowski gives fantasy football managers the gift of advice (and Christmas Day sleepers) to help dominate in Week 17.

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Texans vs. Ravens where to watch: NFL kickoff time, live stream, odds, prediction for Christmas Day showdown

Everything you need to know for this holiday head-to-head

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Cowboys' Jerry Jones wants NFL to continue playing on Christmas no matter the day: 'We're going to be there'

The NFL doesn't care what day Christmas is on; it will ensure its schedule lines up for there to be games

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If Netflix is going to play the Christmas Day game, the product better be good

The NFL gifted Netflix two playoff-implication games and a Beyoncé halftime show. Fans are hoping the streaming service doesn't deliver coal.

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The Christmas that went wrong: Why on earth was Santa wearing my uncle’s sneakers?

Even at four, I could see Father Christmas for who he really was – especially as he smelled of Old Spice . As a child, I was an amateur detective; a master of argument and the suspicious ...

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The NFL used to avoid playing on Christmas and Wednesdays. Well, forget that

Lucrative revenue streams have a way of creating new holiday traditions, with Netflix splurging for a pair of games featuring Super Bowl contenders.

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India to play Champions Trophy games in Dubai after refusal to visit Pakistan

India declined to send team to host nation Pakistan Final to move from Lahore to Dubai if India qualify India’s matches at the 2025 Champions Trophy will be held in Dubai, the International ...

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Why ‘A Christmas Carol’ Endures

More than 180 years after its publication, “A Christmas Carol” by Charles Dickens is more relevant than ever.

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Steelers vs. Chiefs where to watch on Christmas Day: NFL kickoff time, live stream, odds, pick for AFC battle

Expect a close game between two playoff teams

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Patrick Mahomes ankle injury: Chiefs QB provides update ahead of Christmas Day game vs. Steelers

Mahomes looked just fine in his first game after suffering a high ankle sprain

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Netflix will be playing for prestige on Christmas Day

Payout of $150 million for exclusive rights to a pair of NFL games is about streaming leader Netflix’s future growth prospects, expert suggests.

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Netflix carrying 2 NFL games on Christmas Day. It's a big step.

Netflix will have one of its biggest days Wednesday since the site launched in 1998 when it airs two NFL games for the first time.

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Why couples in Japan treat Christmas like a second Valentine’s Day

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Morrisons Christmas delays extend to second day

The supermarket says its systems are back to normal after pre-Christmas chaos on Monday.

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A Day for Games

Here are a few you can play during the holidays.

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What time are the NFL Christmas games and when does Beyoncé perform?

What time does it start? Why Netflix? And when does Beyoncé start? We (mostly) have the answers. The NFL Christmas games are taking place on, you guessed it, Christmas. And if you’re anything like ...

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‘I’m obsessed’: parkrun becomes a Christmas Day ritual for some

For enthusiasts, the festive period would not be complete without doing the 5km run alongside jogging Santas. For some, the idea of a Christmas that contains any more exertion than reaching for the ...

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Why the Cowboys will continue to start Cooper Rush over Trey Lance despite being eliminated from the playoffs

Dallas has won four of five games, but will not be in the postseason

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Detained Ugandan politician's wife condemns ban on Christmas Day visit

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Packers vs. Saints where to watch: NFL kickoff time, live stream, odds, prediction for 'MNF' game

Green Bay looks to solidify its spot as an NFC wild-card team with a win

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Watch Memphis Grizzlies vs. Los Angeles Clippers: How to live stream, TV channel, start time for Monday's NBA game

How to watch Grizzlies vs. Clippers basketball game

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What to know about holiday travel before Christmas Day

Denver International Airport is prepared to receive Americans hoping to travel for the holidays. CBS News Colorado's Ashley Portillo has more on what's expected for those traveling this season.

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