Sending Christmas cards to Canada? Think again

The Canada Post strike has prompted the USPS to halt international mail acceptance to Canada, impacting holiday shipping. Learn what this means and explore alternative options.

Top 2024 holiday markets in NYC for unique gifts, festive finds

The holiday season has officially kicked off in New York City, and it's time to start tackling those shopping lists! Here's a list of some of the best holiday markets in our area:

Here are the 10 places known for a white Christmas

It’s only an official white Christmas if one inch or more of snow is on the ground Christmas morning. Here's where it's most likely to happen.

Advent calendars grow up: From chocolate treats to skincare

From its humble beginnings of chocolate treats for kids in the runup to Christmas Day, to the indulgent skincare and luxury surprises seen today, advent calendars have significantly evolved since the 19th century.

NYC street closures for the 2024 Rockefeller Center tree lighting: LIST

The annual Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony is just one day away. Here's a list of what streets will be closed during the ceremony:

When does winter really start? It depends on who you ask

When does winter start? It depends who you ask, because meteorological season's start date is different than the winter solstice.

How to shop Small Business Saturday in NYC: Guide

From bodegas to hardware stores, small businesses power NYC. This Small Business Saturday, shop local to find unique gifts and invest in the communities that keep the city thriving.

Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree lighting ceremony countdown begins

Crews are set to adorn the conifer with five miles of light strands, totaling more than 50,000 multicolored LED bulbs. A dazzling Swarovski star, featuring 3 million crystals, will crown the tree as its sparkling finale.

Unique Thanksgiving Day dishes and traditions

From pumpkin empanadas to giving out thank-you cards to mailmen, here are some unique Thanksgiving Day traditions in the U.S. and around the world.

Watch: Christmas train creates "magical" scene in England

A Christmas train lit up the night in England recently, creating a dazzlingly colorful scene that looked like something straight out of ‘The Polar Express.’

Thanksgiving 2024: What's open and closed in NYC?

Most stores and attractions will be closed on Thanksgiving this year. Here’s what will be open and closed for Thanksgiving this year in New York City:

The 'turkey trot,' a tradition since 1896, is more popular than ever

A record number of runners (and walkers) were expected to hit the street this morning, burning off a few calories before tearing into their turkey. The annual ‘turkey trot’ tradition goes back longer than you might think.

2024 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade: Time, route, balloons, more

The 98th annual Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade is here and it's the largest yet. Here's the full list of this year's performers, balloons, floats, and more: