The Christmas that went wrong: We went into last minute lockdown – and I had to spend the big day with my ex

A full list of stores open on Christmas Day 2024

These retailers will be welcoming customers on Dec. 25.

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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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Extreme heat and bushfire risk across Australia’s south-east on Christmas and Boxing days as Grampians blaze rages

Three states face dangerous fire conditions as a wave of hot and dry weather triggers total fire bans and warnings of power outages. Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news ...

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The Evening: Signs of Trouble for Trump’s Spending Cuts

Plus, celebrating “Chrismukkah.”

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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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What rights do I have if my credit card debt is in collections?

By knowing these rights, you may be able to avoid some of the common pitfalls associated with debt collection.

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Fixing the NBA Christmas Day schedule: Five matchups we'd like to see at this point in the 2024-25 season

Knicks vs. Cavs, Thunder vs. Celtics and Nuggets vs. Bucks are some of the games that make our cut

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How Manchester City went from world’s best to straw men in 12 months | Barney Ronay

Rodri’s injury, Erling Haaland and Pep Guardiola all play a role in this champion team’s profound collapse. Eight weeks, 12 games and nine defeats into Manchester City’s descent into the ...

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Trump won last week's spending battle on points

Donald Trump's intervention in the funding fight led to the passage of a vastly scaled-back continuing resolution, demonstrating his power and ability to disrupt the status quo, while the ...

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‘I worked hard for my savings’: I’m 71 and a retired teacher. I want to give my kids money — but my daughter spends lavishly and my son is wealthy.

“I have been reading about the idea of giving your children money when they need it the most, rather than waiting until you die.”

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Alien takes Manhattan! The 5 most interesting players to watch on NBA Christmas Day

The league's annual holiday extravaganza is overflowing with enticing talent.

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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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All I want for Christmas is ... these four additional PGA Tour changes

So much is changing on the PGA Tour, and yet there remains so much potential. Here's a wish list for what else I'd like to see the PGA Tour change.

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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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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.

MarketWatch - 2d

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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‘I had half a mind to’ — Why Macaulay Culkin didn’t buy the $5.25 million ‘Home Alone’ house

Culkin has revealed that he came close to buying the iconic Illinois mansion that is featured in the hit holiday movie.

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You can keep your rigid Christmas traditions – I’ll be tucking into my Boxing Day carbonara | Rhiannon Lucy Cosslett

We’ve started building up our own yearly rituals, and asking what we really want to get out of the festive period. When people ask what I’m doing for Christmas this year, I’ve been replying, with ...

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Wemby’s MVP stretch, Fox’s future, MPJ trades & more NBA Christmas wishes with Big Wos | Kevin O'Connor Show

In this festive episode of The Kevin O'Connor Show, Kevin O'Connor and Wosny Lambre share their NBA Christmas wishes that they want to see come true this season.

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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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What are my mortgage options while I work abroad?

I plan to keep a property in the UK

Financial Times - 2d

The Christmas that went wrong: I had a massive abscess and spent my first ever night in hospital

The year already ranked among my very worst – then I wound up on a tinsel-draped drip, while my family texted fun photos from the pub. It hadn’t been a vintage year. I was in the middle of a ...

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'I cook my Christmas dinner in five air fryers'

A cookery writer from Kent is ditching her oven to cook a festive feast for 11 of her loved ones.

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

Yahoo News - 2d

Last-minute holiday gift ideas

The days are winding down for you to get those holiday gifts. Jordyn Holman, business reporter for The New York Times, joins CBS News with some options you have in these final few days.

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Giannis Antetokounmpo, Bucks miffed they were left off NBA's Christmas Day slate: 'I'm pissed'

It's fair for the Bucks to feel snubbed. Then again, there are worse things in the world than having Christmas off from work.

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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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Premier League Boxing Day schedule, where to watch: Why is the day after Christmas so important for EPL?

Boxing Day serves as the annual kickoff for the Premier League's festive fixtures

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Starbucks strike expands to more cities just days before Christmas

Starbucks baristas and Amazon delivery drivers are on strike in handful of U.S. cities as they seek wage increases.

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Why some people are spending the holidays sans family: ‘My friends are more fun than my relatives’

Not everyone can – or wants to – celebrate with family. Some choose traditions with friends and neighbors instead. The holidays are often thought of as a time for family – a time to pack bags and ...

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