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Divorce Day, observed on January 6, marks a spike in divorce filings as couples often wait until after the holiday season to separate, with January also recognized as 'Divorce Month' due to increased divorce activity and the desire for a fresh start after Christmas.
Holiday heart syndrome, often triggered by binge drinking and salty foods during holidays, can cause atrial fibrillation, a serious heart rhythm disorder. While modern treatments and monitoring have improved outcomes, awareness and moderation are key to preventing these preventable episodes, especially for those with underlying risk factors.
A Salvation Army bell ringer in Florida was arrested after attempting to attack a store manager with a donation tripod while intoxicated and disturbing customers during the holiday season.
Consumers are showing contradictory behaviors during the holiday season, which presents mixed signals for the retail industry and economic outlook leading into 2026, with variations depending on product categories and brands.
Store Santa job postings have decreased by 35% in 2025 due to retail cutbacks, mall closures, and a shift to online shopping, but wages have increased to a median of $25 per hour, with employers now favoring candidates with real beards, reflecting a shrinking but higher-paid Santa workforce.
This holiday season, U.S. drivers are benefiting from the lowest gas prices since 2020, with the national average below $3 per gallon, driven by strong supply and mild crude oil prices, providing relief amid ongoing inflation concerns.
During the holiday season, traffic is expected to increase significantly in Virginia and Maryland, with record-breaking numbers of travelers. Both states are implementing traffic management measures, including lane closures and suspensions of work zones, to help ease congestion. Travelers are advised to plan ahead, check travel advisories, and drive safely.
A single man watches all 24 Hallmark Christmas movies to explore their appeal and what they reveal about holiday culture, discovering themes of predictability, coziness, and the network's unique, enduring holiday magic, while reflecting on personal and societal views on Christmas and romance.
During the holiday season, increased stress, heavier foods, alcohol consumption, and reduced exercise contribute to a spike in heart attacks, known as 'holiday heart syndrome,' with advice emphasizing moderation, stress management, and timely medical consultation to reduce risks.
New York City is urging residents to get vaccinated and practice good hygiene to prevent a severe flu season during the holidays, with a new campaign highlighting the importance of precautions like hand-washing and mask-wearing amid rising cases and a potentially less vaccine-sensitive flu variant.
Layoffs during the holiday season are increasing, with data indicating a potential shift from traditional practices of avoiding layoffs during this period, driven by economic pressures and companies' need to cut costs, although macroeconomic data has yet to fully reflect this trend.
American Eagle Outfitters reported strong sales, especially at its Aerie lingerie and loungewear brand, leading to an upward revision of its full-year outlook. The company's quarterly revenue and earnings surpassed expectations, driven by robust holiday sales and increased demand across its brands, prompting a positive outlook for the upcoming quarter and year.
The White House is decorated for Christmas with a theme of 'Home is Where the Heart Is,' featuring 51 trees, thousands of butterflies, a Lego portrait of the president, and various intricate ornaments, despite a more subdued setup this year.
Thieves stole €90,000 worth of escargot snails from a French farm supplying high-end restaurants, just before the holiday season, causing a significant setback for the farm's holiday stock and supply chain.
Black Friday 2025 saw a stronger-than-expected increase in retail sales, with a 4.1% rise excluding autos, driven by online and in-store shopping, indicating resilient consumer demand despite economic uncertainties. Online sales surged by 10.4%, and in-store visits increased slightly, supporting optimistic retail forecasts for the holiday season.