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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 - 1d

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

Holiday Movies Quiz

Find out if you deserve the expert’s Santa hat or a big old lump of coal.

The New York Times - 1d

NHL Power Rankings: Each Team's Ultimate Wish On Their Holiday List As Capitals Soar To No. 1

A swift return for the Capitals' Alex Ovechkin, the Maple Leafs advancing past Round 2 and a new name for Utah HC are some holiday wishes in this week's NHL power rankings.

Yahoo Sports - 14h

Assad claims he wished to keep fighting as Syrian regime fell but Russians evacuated him – Middle East crisis live

Syrian dictator says he left country on evening of 8 December in first comments since his regime was toppled by rebel offensive. Syria’s Kurds , who run a semi-autonomous administration in the ...

The Guardian - 2d

Dan Campbell on onside kick with 12 minutes left: In hindsight, wish I didn't do that

Lions head coach Dan Campbell has never shied away from taking risks, but he'd like to have one roll of the dice from Sunday's loss to the Bills back.

Yahoo Sports - 2d

Holiday travel expected to break records

The end of 2024 is expected to be the busiest holiday travel period on record, as experts predict it will narrowly beat the record set in 2019. Kris Van Cleave has more on the nation's travel plans.

CBS News - 3d

Two Americans on Holiday Are Killed in Western Mexico

The killings, and other violent episodes this year, have marred the first few months in office of Mexico’s new president, who has vowed to tackle the country’s bloodshed.

The New York Times - 5d

An Easy Holiday Manicure With a Secret Ingredient

The nail artist Mei Kawajiri shares a festive nail design you can recreate at home in just five steps, using products you probably already own.

The New York Times - 5d

Holiday Tipping Guide: Whom to Tip, and How Much

Consumers have said they are confused and frustrated with tipping expectations generally. But, one expert says, “people generally want to feel more generous around the holidays.”

The New York Times - 5d

'I wish he'd lived to see new Syria' - crowds bury anti-Assad activist

Mazen al-Hamada, who returned to Syria from the Netherlands, had publicly testified on the torture he faced while in prison.

BBC News - 6d

An inside look at UPS as holiday shipping deadlines near

CBS News correspondent Nancy Chen tagged along at a UPS training facility with a driver amid the holiday season rush.

CBS News - 6d

A Local’s Guide to Celebrating the Holidays in New York

Facing crushing throngs and high prices can be as off-putting as a rock-hard bagel. Here’s how New Yorkers enjoy their hometown’s seasonal traditions without much challenge to their patience or ...

The New York Times - 6d

A Wish List From CEOs for the Trump Administration

The Wall Street Journal’s CEO Council has plenty of advice for the incoming president. Here are their requests for the economy, healthcare, technology and energy.

The Wall Street Journal - 6d

Consumers feeling inflation pinch this holiday shopping season

The Labor Department reported Wednesday that consumer prices rose 2.7% year-over-year in November. The news comes as consumers do their holiday shopping and the Federal Reserve weighs its final ...

CBS News - 6d

The Couple Living and Working in a Holiday ‘Emerald City’

Each year, Emily Eerdmans, a design historian, and her husband, Andrew McKeon, an environmentalist, transform their rented Manhattan duplex apartment into a freewheeling holiday bazaar.

The New York Times - 6d

Doing Less for the Holidays

Some people respond to the stress of the season by adopting a Marie Kondo approach: relinquishing the rituals that no longer bring them joy.

The New York Times - Dec. 12

Making Danish Holiday Crafts

In the land of hygge, handmade paper decorations have long brought holiday cheer — and a chance to share the simple joys of crafting.

The New York Times - Dec. 11

Is making a holiday wishlist practical or tacky?

Nearly 5bn lb of gift returns end up in landfills every year and yet there is a certain taboo around compiling a gift list. The first Christmas that I was with my boyfriend, his family asked for my ...

The Guardian - Dec. 11

Holiday travel expected to break records again

The end-of-the-year holiday travel rush begins next week and AAA is expecting more than 119 million travelers. Most, 107 million, will drive, with gas prices nearly $.15 cheaper than a year ago.

CBS News - Dec. 11

Man fulfils dying wish accompanying daughter down aisle

Bride Jess was ready to cancel the wedding - but the help allowed people to say goodbye to her dad.

BBC News - Dec. 11

'I wish I never got that loan': Small businesses say Covid loan repayments became a nightmare

Small-business owners say their Covid disaster loans were wrongly deemed delinquent or in default as a result of errors by the Small Business Administration.

NBC News - Dec. 10

How to make root beer ham this holiday season

New York Times Cooking is celebrating the season with a simple recipe for root beer ham. Preparation work takes less than 20 minutes and the rest is done in the oven.

CBS News - Dec. 10

Tips for tipping this holiday season

A new survey from Bankrate found that the majority of people who have housekeepers, childcare providers and teachers are planning to give them a tip for the holidays. And at least a quarter of U.S. ...

CBS News - 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

Highlights, controversies and 2025 wishes - BBC team on F1 season

The BBC Radio 5 Live F1 team pick out their highlights from the 2024 season and name their wishes for 2025.

BBC News - Dec. 9

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

It’s Not Too Late to Rein In Holiday Spending

Research suggests that you’ll spend less than you otherwise would by setting a strict budget — even if you go over the budget.

The New York Times - 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

Stock buybacks soar as holiday rally breaks records

Buyback plans surge to a fresh record as stock market heads for biggest two-year gain in a quarter-century

MarketWatch - Dec. 5

Trump’s populist 'mandate' could disrupt business tax reform wish list

Congress, and the GOP, has changed since then-President Trump and Republicans crafted the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act. And while Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) and GOP leadership are gunning to get a ...

The Hill - Dec. 5

Review: 'Black Doves' is a holiday thriller of the heart

Led by Keira Knightley, Sarah Lancashire and Ben Whishaw, this London-set Christmastime thriller is full of feelings.

Los Angeles Times - Dec. 4

Mexico says Canada wishes it had its ‘cultural riches’ amid tariffs feud

Leaders cast the other as ill-prepared after Trump threatens to apply 25% taxes on goods from both countries. Mexico’s president has said Canadians “could only wish they had the cultural riches” of ...

The Guardian - Dec. 4

Wish it away: will the live-action Snow White be a new low for Disney?

A hauntingly bad new trailer for the studio’s next live-action remake promises a nightmarish procession of CGI dwarves. Here are two things that recently happened in very quick succession: my ...

The Guardian - Dec. 4