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What is a biblically accurate angel? And do you need one to top your Christmas tree?
About 7 in 10 U.S. adults say they believe in angels, but what, exactly, is an angel? Typical portrayals in Western art depict them as human-looking, but with wings. They are usually white and often blonde. But some people are rejecting those portrayals for what they call “biblically accurate angels.” These strange creatures take their cues from biblical descriptions of...
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How much money does Mariah Carey make from ‘All I Want For Christmas Is You'? ‘It's a lot,' music expert says
The yuletide anthem makes millions of dollars every year, estimates suggest. The “Queen of Christmas” likely keeps a big chunk of that haul, experts say.
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Feeling ‘tip creep' this holiday season? Here's how to prioritize year-end gifts, according to etiquette experts
If you followed every online guide, you’d be tipping three dozen people during the holiday season. Here’s how to narrow things down if your budget is tight.
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Santa Claus joins sharks for a holiday swim at a Rio de Janeiro aquarium
Santa Claus has arrived in Rio de Janeiro — under water. Starting on Saturday, he’ll be spotted at AquaRio Marine Aquarium swimming with sharks during their daily fish feeding sessions as part of the city’s Christmas festivities.
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In a calendar rarity, Hanukkah starts this year on Christmas Day
Hanukkah, Judaism’s eight-day Festival of Lights, begins this year on Christmas Day. That’s only happened four times since 1900.
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3 ways to lower stress this holiday season: ‘Sometimes less celebration means more joy,' happiness expert says
The holidays can be anxiety-inducing. Try having micro moments of connection with family and friends, says happiness expert Jessica Weiss.
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You're still in time: 7 spots to order Cuban catering for Christmas Eve
It’s that time of year! But instead of joy and cheer, you’re freaking out over what to get your in-laws–or how you’re going to feed a small army because you decided to host this year. Lucky for you, you’re still in time to order from quite a few South Florida hotspots serving up Cuban classics that’ll make for a...
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Biden and the first lady bring holiday cheer to patients and families at a children's hospital
President Joe Biden and his wife, Jill, brought some holiday cheer to patients and families at a children’s hospital in Washington.
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Hot Dr Pepper is the hottest holiday drink, but is it any good?
The holidays always bring a bevy of beverages for seasonal sipping. In recent years, we’ve tried the Gingerbread Martini, the Rudolph, and the Snowglobe. This year, apparently, we’re making hot Dr Pepper.
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The best Christmas movies for every mood
No one needs us to remind you about the obvious holiday movies playing on repeat on cable, but perhaps you are looking to go beyond the obvious this year.
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Are you traveling over the holidays? Here's what you should know
Transportation leaders expect a record number of travelers this holiday — up 3.5% from last year.
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A guide to an NFL Christmas 2024 featuring Beyoncé
Who, when and where to watch. Here’s everything you need to know about the NFL slate on Christmas Day.
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Here's what it's like to spend the day like Kevin McCallister on a ‘Home Alone' trip in NYC
You can spend a day in the life of Kevin McCallister while experiencing the Plaza Hotel’s “Home Alone: Fun in New York” package.
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The sinister side of South Florida holiday season: Look for signs of human trafficking
Advocates want to warn the public to be on alert for signs of human trafficking this holiday season.
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Human trafficking warning during holiday season
As Christmas and Hanukah approach next week we are entering another one of the busiest travel times of the year. And that presents challenges when it comes to human trafficking.
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Teachers are sharing the one holiday gift they do NOT want
Teachers are calling this common holiday gift “the last thing we need.”
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A brief history of latkes, the Hanukkah staple
The potato pancake is an Ashkenazi Jewish food traditionally prepared for Hanukkah.
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This company is giving workers a full month of holiday PTO: ‘Everyone is going to be coming back with a clear mind'
The roughly 30 full- and part-time workers at Cakes Body, an online retailer, will be offline from Dec. 15 to Jan. 15 while receiving their normal pay.
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What is Hanukkah? Everything to know about the ‘Festival of Lights'
Hanukkah is a Jewish holiday lasts for eight nights. But many people might not know the rich history and traditions that go along with the annual observance known as the “Festival of Lights.”
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What is Boxing Day?
The holiday originated in the United Kingdom and is now also celebrated in some other Commonwealth countries including Canada, New Zealand and Australia.