A brief history of the presidential turkey pardon
It's customary for the president of the United States to spare the life of a turkey each year for Thanksgiving. But when and how did the strange tradition begin?
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Black Friday 2021: Store hours and online hacks
Black Friday is rapidly morphing into “Hallothanksmas.” Still, some people like to shop on the day itself. Here are the details on store hours during Black Friday 2021.
Talking turkey! How the Thanksgiving bird got its name (and then lent it to film flops)
From turkey trot to going cold turkey, the center of Thanksgiving dinners lent its name to many things. But it also borrowed its name from elsewhere.
Sharpen your knife skills to avoid injury in holiday meal prep
The kitchen can be chaotic place during the holidays, and knife mishaps can occur. Here's advice on how to avoid a kitchen knife injury.
The most infamous balloon mishaps from the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade
You know what they say, the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade is all fun and games until one of the balloons goes down.
These are the new balloons at this year's Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade
From cultural icons to animated heroes, here are all the new balloons joining the lineup in 2021.
6 tips for carving a Thanksgiving turkey like a pro
Here's everything you need to know before slicing into that turkey on Thanksgiving Day.
Hitting a holiday party? Be a hero with one of these host gifts
Never worry about showing up empty-handed with these eight crowd-pleasing goodies.
Explainer: What is the Strategic Petroleum Reserve?
A Q&A on what President Biden's plan to tap the Strategic Petroleum Reserve will mean for Americans.
10 Easy Ways to Save Money on Holiday Decorations This Year
Host Teri Barr talks with Lexi Pelchen, Home Finance Expert with Forbes Advisor/Forbes Home, to learn about the easy ways to save money on your holiday decorations. DIY? Trade? Forage? So many great ideas to help you keep more cash in your pockets this year. And a bonus tip, too! How to save money by planning ahead for 2022. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Match game: Do you know college football's oldest rivals?
These college conference rivals have played against each other for more than 100 years. Can you pair them up?
Great Barrier Reef explodes into life in 'magical' spawning event
The Great Barrier Reef has "given birth" in its annual coral spawn, creating a cacophony of color on the Australian landmark.
US to require vaccines for all border crossers in January
President Joe Biden will require essential, nonresident travelers crossing U.S. land borders, such as truck drivers, government and emergency response officials, to be fully vaccinated beginning on Jan. 22.
Here's why Ocean Spray cranberry sauce labels are upside down
Perhaps one of the great Thanksgiving mysteries is the cranberry sauce, and not why people eat it: Why are the labels on Ocean Spray cans upside down?
Gifts for every kind of baker — from beginner to expert
Our top picks for your baker friends to take their creations to the next level.
Lawyer: Brian Laundrie fatally shot himself in the head
An attorney for the family of Brian Laundrie said Tuesday that he fatally shot himself in the head.
Dollar Tree will soon be the $1.25 store
Dollar Tree, one of the last remaining true dollar stores, said it will raise prices from $1 to $1.25 on most products by the first quarter of 2022.
'Mama, are you OK?' In Waukesha, minutes of terror recounted
The joyous, mingled bedlam of the parade — the drums of different bands, the cheers of the crowd, the recorded music for various dance groups — seemed to just stop.
'Good Morning America' host, NFL great Michael Strahan going to space
"GMA" co-host Michael Strahan will join astronaut Alan Shepard's daughter Laura and four paying customers on a Dec. 9 Blue Origin flight to space.
Watch Now: Couple gets engaged at Australian aquarium with help of seal
Watch a sea lion deliver a "Will you marry me?" note during a surprise proposal at the SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast Aquarium in Mooloolaba, Australia.
