20 Celebrations this holiday season besides Christmas

20 Celebrations this holiday season besides Christmas

Stacker compiled a list of fall and winter holidays celebrated all over the world, including religious festivals, ceremonies honoring the change of seasons, and secular events.

Overall Holiday Consumer Spending Expected to Set Record for 2023

Overall Holiday Consumer Spending Expected to Set Record for 2023

Consumers who are celebrating winter holidays told the National Retail Federation that they expected to spend an average of $875 this year on gifts, food, decorations and related expenses.

Biden Lights National Christmas Tree as D.C. Holiday Festivities Continue

Biden Lights National Christmas Tree as D.C. Holiday Festivities Continue

President Joe Biden and his wife, Jill, participated Thursday in the lighting of the National Christmas Tree on the south side of the White House.

Outdoor Ice Rink Added to White House Christmas Season Activities

Outdoor Ice Rink Added to White House Christmas Season Activities

A temporary ice rink for children to play on has been set on the White House South Lawn, introduced by first lady Jill Biden as part of her Christmas season activities.

U.S. Population is Aging, And Finding Few Affordable Housing Options

U.S. Population is Aging, And Finding Few Affordable Housing Options

The United States is ill-prepared to adequately house for an aging population that also faces financial stress, says a new report by Harvard University’s Joint Center for Housing Studies.

Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree Lights Up for the Holiday Season

Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree Lights Up for the Holiday Season

The Christmas tree at New York’s Rockefeller Center was adorned by more than 50,000 multicolored lights Wednesday night as crowds cheered during the lighting ceremony.

Christmas Toy Charity in Western Michigan Turns to Gift Cards After Fire

Christmas Toy Charity in Western Michigan Turns to Gift Cards After Fire

A charity that has been giving away Christmas gifts in the Grand Rapids area for more than 100 years will turn to gift cards. after fire damaged a building where 5,000 packages were stored.

Updated 'Hardiness Zone Map' Meant to Help Growers With Planting Choices

Updated 'Hardiness Zone Map' Meant to Help Growers With Planting Choices

Half of the U.S. now faces a slightly warmer climate than decades ago – resulting in redrawn maps that help guide gardeners and growers understand which plants will thrive in their regions.

National Christmas Tree Outside White House Falls, Was Reset Upright

National Christmas Tree Outside White House Falls, Was Reset Upright

Before the National Christmas Tree could be officially be lit Thursday, the tree fell to the ground. It has since been reset in its spot in front of the White House.

Texas Governor Skydives For First Time, Alongside 106-Year-Old World War II Veteran

Texas Governor Skydives For First Time, Alongside 106-Year-Old World War II Veteran

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott’ parachuted from a plane, joined on the plane by 106-year-old World War II veteran Al Blaschke.

First Lady Jill Biden Welcomes Visitors to the White House Christmas Displays

First Lady Jill Biden Welcomes Visitors to the White House Christmas Displays

The White House Christmas display theme for 2023 is "Magic, Wonder and Joy," featuring scenes of toy trains, gingerbread creations, Santa's workshop and cherished children's stories.

Merriam-Webster Dictionary Announces Word of the Year for 2023

Merriam-Webster Dictionary Announces Word of the Year for 2023

Online dictionary lookup patterns resulted in “authentic” chosen as the Merriam-Webster dictionary word of the year for 2023.

A Sequel Book is Available to ‘How The Grinch Stole Christmas’ Story

A Sequel Book is Available to ‘How The Grinch Stole Christmas’ Story

Dr. Seuss fans have asked Random House Children's Books for years: 'What do you think happened to the Grinch after he stole Christmas?' A newly released book tells that tale.

A Christmas Pop Music List As the Holiday Season Hits Full Swing

A Christmas Pop Music List As the Holiday Season Hits Full Swing

Christmas pop music has become a genre all its own with musicians such as Mariah Carey, Nat King Cole and Elton John showing up on holiday playlists every year.

Retro Toys Take the Lead in Holiday Trends for 2023

Retro Toys Take the Lead in Holiday Trends for 2023

If you’re looking for a toy gift that’s likely to be a hit in 2023, it’s time to get inspiration from the trends and pop culture of the 1990s.