Dec. 26 can become a day off for federal employees when the president issues a temporary order, like President Donald Trump ...

Christmas Eve often becomes a day off for federal employees when the president issues a temporary order, like Trump did this ...

With just about six in 10 voters turning out to vote in the U.S., some civil rights advocates are arguing that it's about time to give Americans the day off to vote. The U.S. lags scores of other ...

Hectic though the holidays may be, they're also one of the best times of year to truly embrace the party spirit—which is probably why your calendar is already filling up with seasonal fetes. If you're ...

The holiday season can trigger depression for a number a reasons. You may not be able to make it home for the holidays, or you may be in a rough financial situation. If you’re going through a ...

I love getting holiday cards from my friends and loved ones. Every year, when the season is over, instead of throwing the cards out, I save them. In the future, I'll send the cards back in an album so ...

Nora sat by the window, watching the snow accumulate on top of the cars and neighborhood rooftops. December was always a difficult month for her, ever since the passing of her sister, three years ago.

Food is the cornerstone of the holiday season. It brings friends and family together to share memories, cultural traditions, and great flavors. From figgy pudding to fruit cake, many foods may bring ...

Jodie Kautzmann is an editor, baker, and confectioner with more than 15 years of experience in content creation, recipe development, and pastry production. She's obsessed with the fine details and ...