Latest in Holidays Strangers
Sort by
76 items
-
WATCH: Typewriter poet's impromptu poetry helps strangers heal
London-based typewriter poet Olivia Dodd connects with strangers and writes meaningful poetry for them in a matter of minutes.ABC News - 2d -
Biden heads to St. Croix for final holiday as president
President Biden's final holiday in office will take place largely out of the public eye.CBS News - 2d -
As Retailers Offered Holiday Discounts, Shoppers Showed Up
Total spending from Nov. 1 through Dec. 24 rose 3.8 percent, data released by Mastercard SpendingPulse showed.The New York Times - 3d -
Bad weather complicates holiday travel
Friday was one of the busiest travel days of the holiday season, the Transportation Security Administration says. The agency is preparing for a busy Monday, but the weather is complicating the ...CBS News - 21h -
‘The impact has been out of this world’: the stranger who gave away a £100,000 inheritance to his neighbours
When David Clarke’s mother died, it took him 10 years to work out what to do with the money she left him. This year, a panel of locals in Liverpool made the decision for him. It was a quiet act of ...The Guardian - 1d -
Good Samaritan found dead in Arizona after offering help to a 'stranger with stranded vehicle'
A good Samaritan was found dead in Arizona after he offered to help a man on Monday who claimed to be having car trouble, authorities said.NBC News - 1d -
Hundreds of flights delayed as Americans continue holiday travel
More than 700 flights have been delayed nationwide, according to FlightAware. This comes as severe weather slams parts of the U.S. CBS News' Skyler Henry reports from Atlanta, Georgia.CBS News - 1d -
Kiosk catches fire at popular NYC holiday market
A fire broke out inside a holiday market kiosk in Midtown Manhattan Friday morning, officials said.NBC News - 1d -
What to know about returning unwanted holiday gifts
The National Retail Federation expects about 17% of sales to be returned this year.CBS News - 1d -
Fire engulfs section of popular Manhattan holiday market
An outdoor holiday market in New York City’s Bryant Park briefly caught fire, sending flames and plumes of smoke above the popular midtown Manhattan tourist drawABC News - 1d -
Weather impact on holiday travelers returning home
Across the country, some major airports face weather delays as Christmas travelers head home. With storms sweeping the South, Texas is expected to be hit the hardest. CBS News correspondent Skyler ...CBS News - 2d -
'Home swap holidays with strangers have shown us a different world'
Home exchanges give travellers the chance to experience someone else's way of life abroad.BBC News - 2d -
A record number of holiday travelers will be on the move, AAA predicts
The post-holiday rush is underway, whether it's traveling home from the holidays or off to a vacation. CBS News correspondent Skyler Henry reports, and then Clint Henderson, managing editor for ...CBS News - 2d -
-
Biden heads to St. Croix for final holiday as president
President Biden's final holiday in office will take place largely out of the public eye.CBS News - 2d -
How Bath & Body Works Comes Up With Its Holiday Scents
Every year, Bath & Body Works introduces a scent that it hopes will break through during the shopping season. It doesn’t have to smell like gingerbread.The New York Times - 3d -
As Retailers Offered Holiday Discounts, Shoppers Showed Up
Total spending from Nov. 1 through Dec. 24 rose 3.8 percent, data released by Mastercard SpendingPulse showed.The New York Times - 3d -
How the holidays are being celebrated around the globe
Jericka Duncan takes a look at how Christmas and Hanukkah are being marked around the world and even aboard the International Space Station.CBS News - 3d -
Sharing a Bedroom With My Partner and Her Siblings for the Holidays: Odd or Not?
A reader is less than comfortable sleeping feet away from her partner’s adult siblings (and their partners), but is it worth it to keep the peace?The New York Times - 4d -
Oil prices rise in pre-holiday bounce
Oil futures ended higher in thin holiday trading conditions Tuesday, with support tied in part to lingering geopolitical worries around Russia and the Middle East, though upside remains capped by ...MarketWatch - 4d -
Tallulah Willis confirms holiday engagement to musician Justin Acee
Tallulah Willis, youngest daughter of actors Bruce Willis and his ex-wife Demi Moore, confirmed Monday that she and musician Justin Acee are engaged.Los Angeles Times - 4d -
12:30 Report — Holiday travel hampered
{beacon} 12:30 REPORT Merry Christmas Eve!! 🎄I hope you’re all having a fun, relaxing day. Before you get back to your festivities, here’s a quick primer of what’s happening in the world: American ...The Hill - 4d -
Eye Opener: Holiday travel disrupted by rough weather
Rough weather across the West and Northeast affects holiday travel plans. Also, Luigi Mangione pleads not guilty to charges in the killing of United Healthcare's CEO. All that and all that matters ...CBS News - 5d -
Winter storms and cold temperatures disrupt holiday travel plans
A blast of winter weather is disrupting last minute travel plans with travelers facing snow storms and bitter cold. NBC’s Adrienne Broaddus reports and TODAY’s Dylan Dreyer tracks the chances for a ...NBC News - 5d -
It’s time for a new approach to dealing with Trumpy relatives during the holidays | Jill Filipovic
We can share a Christmas ham with people who cast different ballots, even if their decisions frustrate or pain us. As Donald Trump prepares to enter his second term as president, one thing is ...The Guardian - 5d -
Holiday tips are topping out at pandemic-era levels
Many people are tipping their babysitters, housekeepers and teachers this holiday season, but often by the same amounts as three years ago.NBC News - 5d -
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.CBS News - 5d -
Holiday shoppers on the lookout for bigger and bigger TVs
TVs are some of the most popular items to fly off store shelves during the holidays. But this year, experts say shoppers are going bigger than ever. CBS News' Jeff Wagner explains.CBS News - 5d -
Movies and TV shows to stream this holiday season
It's award season and the holiday season, which means it's time to hunker down and watch something fun. But if you don't want to brave the cold this week, there's lots of great content to stream in ...CBS News - 5d -
Holiday weather forecast for across the U.S.
Millions across the West Coast and Central Plains are expecting a warm holiday season while the East is bracing for another round of cold weather. CBS News Philadelphia meteorologist Andrew Kozak ...CBS News - 5d -
'#CarspiracyTheory'? Jordan Love dons Toyotathon holiday sweater
The Packers quarterback's play has peaked around Toyotathon over the past couple of seasons.ESPN - 5d -
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.CBS News - 5d -
AP poll takeaways: Who's on the 'nice' list for the holidays?
Who will be UConn's third option? Is South Carolina a contender again? There were plenty of big questions ahead of this season. Some have already been answered; others remain a quandary.Yahoo Sports - 5d -
Winter weather could snarl holiday travel in parts of the U.S.
Winter storm threats are lurking in parts of the northern U.S. and could impact holiday travel plans for the millions expected to hit the roads and skies this week. CBS News senior national weather ...CBS News - 5d -
Meet the man behind Bergdorf Goodman's iconic holiday windows
This year's holiday displays at Bergdorf Goodman honor Fifth Avenue's bicentennial and will be on display through Jan. 6.CBS News - 6d -
Record number of Americans expected to travel this holiday season
More than 119 million Americans will travel for the holiday season, according to AAA. Megan Spurrell, associate director of articles for Condé Nast Traveler, has tips on what to expect.CBS News - 6d -
Christmas week forecast: What to expect for the holiday week
A blast of winter weather is threatening to freeze holiday travelers in their tracks with snow, ice and bitter cold. Millions in the Northeast are dealing with a bitter blast of winter with ...NBC News - 6d -
Jenny Lewis Holiday Gifts
The Rilo Kiley and Postal Service singer says that her “philosophy in life is ‘one up from the cheapest.’”The New York Times - Dec. 22