Mother's Day looks different around the world

Traditionally on Mother's Day in the United States, flowers are being delivered and online orders are being placed as people scramble to get last-minute gifts to show mom how much they love her. 

'This is scandalous': Pope decries war, weapons spending amid the pandemic in Easter message

“The pandemic is still spreading, while the social and economic crisis remains severe, especially for the poor. Nevertheless — and this is scandalous — armed conflicts have not ended, and military arsenals are being strengthened,'' Francis said, sounding angry. “That is today's scandal.”

Christians celebrate second Easter marred by COVID-19 pandemic

Christianity’s most joyous feast day is being celebrated worldwide with faithful sitting far apart in pews and singing choruses of “Hallelujah” through face coverings for the second Easter Sunday.

Iraqi Christians reenact Jesus carrying the cross on Good Friday

An Iraqi man was filmed carrying a wood cross through a small village in northern Iraq, one of many observances held to commemorate the Christian holiday of Good Friday.

Easter celebration concerns during the pandemic

Health experts are worried about people gathering to celebrate Easter as more contagious variants of the coronavirus continue to spread.

'No joke': April Fools' Day snow blankets parts of Northeast, Midwest amid cold snap

Parts of the U.S. saw snow on the first day of April, while forecasters said record-breaking temperatures were expected across the Midwest, South and up to the Northeast over the next few days.

Animal rights advocates urge against giving ducklings, rabbits as Easter gifts

Bunnies, chicks and ducklings may seem like a cute surprise for the kids on Easter, but after the holiday is over, many of the animals end up abandoned as the novelty wears off. Now, a local rescue group is urging people to think twice about the popular gift idea.

Families to celebrate another Passover amid pandemic

The coronavirus pandemic will affect Passover again. But some families say vaccinations could make this year's celebration better and safer.

Food pantry offers kosher meals to families in Brooklyn

Masbia executive director Alexander Rappaport said families who are food insecure deserve to be able to properly celebrate the Jewish holidays.

St. Patrick's Day in New York, subdued once again

New York City's world-famous St. Patrick's Day Parade was canceled once again. And the holiday usually means big business for the city's bars and pubs, especially those with an Irish theme and Irish American history.

White House fountains dyed green for St. Patrick’s Day, dancers line up at Irish embassy

In celebration of St. Patrick’s Day, the White House featured a display of green water in the fountains on the north and south lawns. Meanwhile, Irish dancers lined up to perform in front of Ireland’s embassy to mark the holiday.

McDonald's Shamrock Shake celebrates St. Patrick's Day and beyond

McDonald’s said the green mint-flavored drinks will be available while supplies last, which could possibly be through the weekend.

Bronx neighborhood marks St. Patrick's Day with COVID-safe celebration

This coming Wednesday is St. Patrick's Day and while the celebrations may look a little different due to the coronavirus, one neighborhood in the Bronx didn't let that deter them.

New bipartisan push to make Daylight Saving Time permanent

Daylight Saving Time starts this Sunday, March 14, and lasts through November 7, but some senators are pushing to stop moving clocks back and forth twice a year.