Christmas in NYC 2023: Markets, shows, tree lightings, bars to see this holiday season

Whether you're shopping at the Bryant Park holiday market, admiring the Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree or celebrating at one of NYC's many Christmas-themed bars, this guide has got you covered.

Holiday debt hangover poised to be 'particularly nasty' this year, analyst says

While retail sales are strong, an industry economist is warning about about an uptick in usage for buy now, pay later services as consumers battle growing debt obligations.

10-year-old boy receives 'Iron Man'-themed bionic arm in early Christmas miracle

A 10-year-old boy named Harry from Lancashire, England, born without the lower part of his arm, received a remarkable early Christmas gift—a bionic arm.

Oklahoma man puts up Christmas lights for his entire neighborhood

When Stephen Dunkelberg put up his Christmas lights this year, he noticed his was the only house lit up in his dark neighborhood. That's when he decided to spread his own form of holiday cheer.

Boston mayor sends holiday party invite meant only for 'electeds of color,' dividing city councilors

The revelation about the holiday party quickly received responses from Boston's city council. A mayor's office spokesperson stressed the event was just one of several happening throughout the season.

Boss surprises team with lottery tickets as Christmas gifts, leading to $50K jackpot win

Sheila Colter, an employee at Med Center Health Environmental Services in Kentucky, gifted her team scratch-off tickets for Christmas, leading to an unexpected $50,000 jackpot win.

Biden to host Hanukkah ceremony at White House amid fears of rising antisemitism

Antisemitism has only intensified since the Oct. 7 attack by Hamas and other militants sparked Israel's ongoing war in Gaza -- which faces heightened criticism for the mounting Palestinian death toll.

2023’s most popular Christmas cookie by state

Google trends data collected by Menu Price found the most searched Christmas cookie recipes according to state.

NYC SantaCon 2023 is this weekend: What you need to know

The MTA banned alcohol on Metro-North and Long Island Rail Road trains from 4 a.m. Saturday until noon on Sunday. There is also an increased police presence at Penn Station and Grand Central Terminal to enforce the weekend alcohol restriction.

Unconventional holiday decor trends to try this season

Some are switching from red and green to pink this holiday season, while others are opting to hang their trees from the ceiling.

Mariah Carey reacts to being dethroned from the top Hot 100 spot

Brenda Lee scored the No. 1 spot this week after peaking at No. 2 the last four holiday seasons behind Mariah Carey’s iconic “All I Want for Christmas Is You.”

What's open and closed on Christmas Day 2023

If you forgot a food item or batteries on Christmas Day, there are several stores that plan to remain open, many with adjusted holiday hours.

New Yorkers gather in Central Park for world's largest menorah lighting

For the first night of Hanukkah, New Yorkers gathered in Central Park on Thursday evening to see the lighting of the world's largest menorah.

Wreaths Across America Day: How to help honor fallen soldiers this holiday season

Wreaths Across America Day is a humbling annual tradition that lays millions of holiday wreaths on the graves of fallen service members. Here's how you can help.