What is Boxing Day? All about the celebration's origin and traditions

What to know about returning unwanted holiday gifts

The National Retail Federation expects about 17% of sales to be returned this year.

CBS News - 2h

We need to think again about what the ‘A’ in AI signifies

Looking at the technology through a different cultural lens casts its threat and promise in a new light

Financial Times - 2h

Starmer pays tribute to brother who died on Boxing Day

Nick Starmer has died after being diagnosed with cancer.

BBC News - 3h

Holiday Briefing: A Day to Celebrate

A special edition for a special day.

The New York Times - 1d

What We Know About the Ship Finland Seized Over Fears of Sabotage

Finland seized an oil tanker that authorities believe might have deliberately cut vital undersea cables. Finnish authorities believe the tanker may be linked to Russia.

The New York Times - 3h

What We Know About the Plane Crash in Kazakhstan

The Embraer 190 was traveling to Grozny, Russia, but crashed near Aktau, Kazakhstan, killing 38 people onboard. Investigators are focusing on Russian air defense as the likely cause.

The New York Times - 4h

Cowboys' Rico Dowdle closing in on 1,000-yard season: 'Think about it all the time'

Dowdle is on the verge of hitting a critical landmark that would truly establish himself as an RB1 ahead of free agency

CBS Sports - 4h

Keir Starmer pays tribute to brother who died on Boxing Day

Nick Starmer, 60, who had cancer, ‘met all the challenges life threw at him with courage and good humour’, says PM. Keir Starmer has paid tribute to his brother, Nick, who had cancer and died on ...

The Guardian - 5h

Boxing Day Test 2024: Australia vs India fourth men’s cricket Test, day two – live updates

Local hero Scott Boland ripped through India’s middle order after a Steve Smith century gave Australia a commanding 310-run lead in the Boxing Day Test. 89th over: Australia 324-6 (Smith 74, ...

The Guardian - 12h

What gaming really tells us about the human condition

From Mesopotamia to our kitchen tables, our love affair with games is undiminished

Financial Times - 15h

Bracketology: Trojans back to a No. 1 seed -- but what about UConn?

After losses to Notre Dame and USC, the Huskies' path to a 1-seed got a whole lot harder.

ESPN - 16h

What to know about the newest bills Biden signed into law

President Biden celebrated the holidays with a bill-signing blitz on Christmas Eve. The 50 measures becoming law include the "Stop Institutional Child Abuse Act," championed by Paris Hilton, the ...

CBS News - 21h

Murder investigation after Boxing Day death in County Down

Two women, aged 58 and 33, and a 36-year-old man have been arrested over the death of a 50-year-old man.

BBC News - 21h

High Street suffers Boxing Day hit as shoppers stay home

Boxing Day shoppers stay away from the High Street and shopping malls compared with 2023, data shows.

BBC News - 23h

‘I keep hearing about break-ins in my neighborhood’: Should I keep valuable items in a safe-deposit box? What are my options?

“I read that the bank discourages people from storing jewelry and coins in the boxes, so I did not rent one.”

MarketWatch - 23h

What to know about after-Christmas sales from Amazon, Walmart and more

Bargain hunters are busy amid seasonal discounts and "going out of business" sales by at least two retailing chains.

CBS News - 1d

Artemi Panarin Does Not ‘Know What To Say’ About Chris Kreider Benching

Artemi Panarin was asked about Chris Kreider getting scratched and his answer was short as he really did not know what to say.

Yahoo Sports - 1d

What to know about this year's post-holiday sales as retailers brace for returns

Millions of Americans are expected to do online shopping during their off time between Christmas and New Year's Day and in stores, several clearance products will be hitting shelves. Jordyn Holman, ...

CBS News - 1d

What to know about the Panama Canal's history amid Trump comments

Here's what to know about the United States' involvement with building and operating the Panama Canal.

CBS News - 1d

Lakers' LeBron James calls out NFL while defending NBA's Christmas Day tradition: 'Our day'

The NBA's Christmas slate lived up to the billing on Wednesday with five entertaining games

CBS Sports - 1d

Watch: Hundreds run into sea at Boxing Day dips

Aerial footage captures the moment hardy swimmers take the plunge as part of the festive tradition.

BBC News - 1d

EFL on Boxing Day: Where to watch The Golazo Show, USMNT talents to watch, Leeds vs. Stoke, what to know

A big day of action on Boxing Day is ahead, and CBS Sports has you covered with every goal from the 10 Championship games set for 10 a.m. on CBS Sports Golazo Network

CBS Sports - 1d

20 years after a devastating tsunami, a survivor celebrates what the disaster has given him

The Dec. 26, 2004, tsunami began with a 9.3-magnitude earthquake. A series of waves devastated coastal communities in Indonesia, Sri Lanka, India, Thailand.

NBC News - 1d

Boxing Day Tsunami: An elephant took me to safety

Yahoo News - 1d

Devin Booker out, other All-Stars questionable for NBA's Christmas day slate

Booker's not the only All-Star at risk of being sidelined for the NBA's Christmas showcase.

Yahoo Sports - 2d

NYC Subway Fire: What We Know About the Fatal Burning of a Woman

The woman, who has not been identified, died after a man set her on fire on an F train on Sunday morning. The police have charged a man from Guatemala with murder and arson.

The New York Times - 2d

What to know about FSA, HSA and maximizing contributions

Americans who still have money in their Flexible Spending Account have until Dec. 31 to spend it before they lose it. CBS News contributor Javier David discusses tips on contributing to an FSA and ...

CBS News - 3d

Q&A: Mina Kimes' 'Christmas gift' is talking NFL all day on Netflix — and hopefully no glitching

Mina Kimes will be a studio analyst for Netflix's two NFL games on Christmas Day. She's hopeful the streamer has fixed its technical glitches from the Mike Tyson-Jake Paul fight.

Los Angeles Times - 3d

All the Cool New Features Announced During OpenAI’s 12 Days of ‘Shipmas’

Over the 12 Days of OpenAI, Sam Altman gave to us—lots of neat new AI tools, including some that could help you run your business.

Inc. - 3d

Edinburgh derby kicks off Boxing Day Premiership action

When the Christmas Day leftovers are in the fridge and the wrapping paper is heading to the recycling bin, there's a full Boxing Day Scottish Premiership fixture card to be savoured.

BBC News - 3d

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 ...

The Guardian - 3d

Konstas, 19, to make Australia debut in Boxing Day Test

Opener Sam Konstas is set to become Australia men's youngest Test batting debutant in 71 years in the Boxing Day Test against India.

BBC News - 3d

I’m ashamed of what I said about Blake Lively. Her allegations should shock us all | Laura Snapes

A complaint filed by the actor against her It Ends With Us co-star Justin Baldoni paints a disturbing picture – and suggests the public is far too easily fooled . “She’s really giving throwback ...

The Guardian - 3d

What to know from every game: Big questions, key performances and what it all means

NFL Nation reporters react to all the action, answering the biggest questions coming out of each game. Here's what we learned from Week 16.

ESPN - 3d

What is neijuan, and why is China worried about it?

The buzzword – which went viral after a student was filmed working on his laptop while riding his bicycle – reflects a mix of competitiveness and hopelessness amid China’s slowing economy. On the ...

The Guardian - 3d

Here's what to know about the Corporate Transparency Act ruling

The Corporate Transparency Act, or CTA, requires businesses to register with FINCEN, or face fines. Here's what to know.

CBS News - 3d

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 - 4d

Liverpool fly towards Boxing Day with Premier League title theirs to lose; Man City, Man United keep strugging

Elsewhere on the Golazo Starting XI newsletter, don't miss all the Boxing Day EFL action on CBS Sports Golazo Network

CBS Sports - 4d

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

CBS Sports - 4d

What is Boxing Day? All about the celebration's origin and traditions

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