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Biden pardons two turkeys ahead of Thanksgiving

President Biden pardoned two turkeys from Minnesota as part of a White House tradition ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday weekend. CBS News' Ed O'Keefe has more on Mr. Biden's last moves as president.

Federal authorities on alert for threats ahead of Thanksgiving

Federal and local authorities are reportedly warning the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York City could be a target for would-be terrorists. Law enforcement officials will also need to be on ...

What grocery stores are open for Thanksgiving 2024?

Whether you forgot an item or need a replacement meal for a burnt turkey, the retailers open to serve your needs on Thanksgiving Day may be a bit limited.

Politics - The Hill - Yesterday

Thanksgiving Is Great for the Stock Market. Just Look at History

Dating back a century, the week of Thanksgiving and the stretch through New Year’s tends to be positive for stocks.

Business - Inc. - Yesterday

What fast food restaurants will be open for Thanksgiving 2024?

Need a quick bite? Here's what is — and isnt' — open on Thanksgiving.

Politics - The Hill - Yesterday

Indigenous scholars reclaim the true history of Thanksgiving

NBC News' Zinhle Essamuah visits Plymouth, Massachusetts, the site traditionally associated with the origins of Thanksgiving. Indigenous scholars are reclaiming what they describe as the true ...

Why a Pasture-Raised Thanksgiving Turkey Costs $95

Humanely raised turkeys are often more expensive because they eat high-quality food, require more space, and take extra time to raise.

Top stories - The New York Times - Yesterday

Why we eat turkey on Thanksgiving, according to history

Why is Thanksgiving traditionally associated with turkey and other specific foods? We asked a history expert why we eat what we do on the holiday.

What to know for the NFL's Thanksgiving Day slate of games

This year’s NFL Thanksgiving slate may not make you as sleepy as all that turkey you’re going to eat, but it’s definitely lost some luster since before the season.

What Thanksgiving food dishes will TSA allow on flights?

Turkey can go in your carry-on bag, but you’re gonna have to check the gravy.

Breaking down the Thanksgiving Day football lineup

This Thanksgiving, the Chicago Bears and Detroit Lions face off in a classic rivalry game. CBS Sports' Keiana Martin breaks down the day's football action for seasoned fans and newcomers.

The team at "CBS Mornings" picks their Thanksgiving favorites

Thanksgiving is all about the food, and the "CBS Mornings" team shares their favorite dishes while debating holiday staples like turkey, stuffing and sides.

Will we see the northern lights on Thanksgiving, Black Friday?

What better way to round out the holiday week than a chance at seeing the northern lights?

Politics - The Hill - 20 hours ago

The Physics of the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade Balloons

How do these giant balloons work? What makes them both easier and more complicated than a normal-size balloon?

Tech - Wired - 20 hours ago

Tips for talking stocks around the Thanksgiving dinner table

Goldman Sachs’ Scott Rubner has a few pointers for talking stocks this Thanksgiving

Business - MarketWatch - 16 hours ago

How to Watch the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade

For the 98th time, Macy’s brings New Yorkers its annual parade. This year, there will be 22 floats, 17 character balloons and performances by the Temptations and T-Pain.

Top stories - The New York Times - 2 days ago

How to cut down on Thanksgiving food waste

Experts share tips on how families preparing for Thanksgiving can take steps to cut down on the amount of food wasted during the holiday season.

Your Thanksgiving questions answered: Prep, turkey, desserts

Whether you’re putting together last-minute touches or looking for quick tips, Erin French, chef of Lost Kitchen in Freedom, Maine, joins TODAY to answer viewer questions surrounding pre-game prep, ...

Easy last minute Thanksgiving sides: Get the recipes!

“Top Chef” winner and author of “Sun-Kissed Cooking: Vegetables Front and Center” Brooke Williamson stops by the TODAY kitchen to share two recipes for easy last minute Thanksgiving sides ...

Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade balloons coming to life

The 2024 Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade balloons are coming to life. CBS News New York's Jessica Moore reports on the preparations.

A look at White House Thanksgiving celebrations through the years

There is a major debate about who was the first president to start the turkey pardon tradition. Nevertheless, the tradition stuck and has become a beloved event at the White House. CBS News ...

How Americans feel about talking politics this Thanksgiving

Will the political knives be out on Thanksgiving this year? New CBS News polling is shedding light on whether Americans plan on bringing up politics during dinner. CBS News executive director of ...

Macy's Thanksgiving Day balloons inflate ahead of the parade

Something is in the air in New York City --it's the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade balloons! CBS News New York reporter Alecia Reid has more on the characters to expect and what's behind the fun ...