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Watching the roads during the holiday travel rush
Tuesday is expected to be one of the busiest travel days of the holiday season. Here’s a look at the roads in Massachusetts.
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The polite way to gift cash this holiday season, according to etiquette pros — you can even use Venmo
Giving and asking for cash for the holidays can feel gauche. But it’s within the bounds of good manners when done correctly, etiquette pros say.
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‘Returnuary' — after the peak shopping season comes the busiest return month of the year
After this season’s peak shopping days, retailers expect their return rate to be 17% higher, on average, than usual.
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Holiday travelers may face wintry weather conditions
Traveling could be messy for some on Christmas Eve, as a snowstorm is expected to drop anywhere from a dusting to 8 inches of snow on parts of New England. AAA says 90% of all travelers this holiday season will be driving to their destination. And they’ll likely be on roads that lead north or west like the Massachusetts Turnpike....
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WATCH: 174 people rescued after ski lift malfunction at Colorado resort
Over the course of five hours, 174 skiers and snowboarders were brought down by rope from gondolas at a Colorado ski resort due to a ski lift malfunction.
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NORAD's Santa tracker was a Cold War morale boost. Now it attracts millions of kids
NORAD’s Santa tracker is a Christmas tradition that’s become nearly global in scope. Each year, at least 100,000 kids call into the North American Aerospace Defense Command in Colorado.
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How is climate change affecting the Rose Parade?
Climate reporter Chase Cain talked to a rose farm owner to discuss the effects of climate change in the growth of roses for the iconic parade.
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Everything you need to know about the 2025 Rose Parade
The 2025 Rose Parade theme is “Best Day Ever” and will celebrate life’s most memorable moments.
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How much does it cost to make a float for the Rose Parade?
Here’s how much it costs to construct an entry into the iconic Rose Parade, one of the United States’ most treasured holiday celebrations.
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How to kick back, relax and embrace a less-than-perfect holiday
Experts suggest you banish your inner perfectionist and actually enjoy the holiday season. Here’s how.
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How much does a Rose Parade float cost?
The average high-quality float costs $275,000.
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What's open and what's closed on Christmas Day?
Before you run out the door this Christmas — whether it’s to buy last-minute gifts or simply get out of the house — it’s wise to double-check operating hours.
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Happy Festivus! What is it and how to celebrate the ‘Seinfeld' holiday
The anti-holiday holiday made famous on “Seinfeld” is celebrated annually on Dec. 23.
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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.
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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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Santa's little helpers in Bridgewater handing out presents to children in need
A couple from Bridgewater, Massachusetts, have again taken on the roles of Santa’s little helpers this Christmas, handing out hundreds of presents to economically disadvantaged children. Their holiday deeds began when Stephanie and Mark Sabourin bought a decorative holiday mailbox from Lowes last year, which people began filling with letters to Santa. “What we didn’t expect was that people would...