America250 explained: What to know ahead of July 4 in NYC

America250 is the official nonpartisan organization established in effort to commemorate the United States’ semiquincentennial in 2026, 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence.

What is the 25th Amendment? Trump criticized over Easter Iran message

Several lawmakers are saying President Trump’s Easter message about Iran is cause for his removal, and want the 25th Amendment invoked. Here’s what to know about the procedure.

NYC Easter Parade, Bonnet Festival returns to Fifth Avenue

The Easter Parade and Bonnet Festival took place along Fifth Avenue, beginning at St. Patrick’s Cathedral and running from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Artemis II: First photos of Earth from Orion spacecraft

What does Earth look like from the vantage point of Artemis II's astronauts? NASA released a handful of images on Friday of Earth, taken from space by Commander Reid Wiseman and others aboard the Orion spacecraft as they continue to make their way towards the moon's orbit.

Easter Sunday 2026: What’s open and closed

Easter Sunday is this weekend and many stores across the country will be closed or varying their hours to observe the Christian holiday. Here's a list of what will be open and closed on April 5.

Easter and Passover food safety tips: How to reduce the risk of foodborne illness

Families and friends will be gathering around the dinner table to mark Easter, Passover, Mother’s Day, and other occasions. With so many people cooking these at home, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) wants to ensure they know how to prepare them to avoid contamination by foodborne bacteria.

Most popular Easter candy in your state this year revealed

The Easter Bunny’s annual visit is just days away, so what will likely be in your Easter basket this year? Depends on where you live – and whom you ask. Here's a look at the top Easter candy by state in 2026.

St. Patrick's Day Parade 2026 in NYC

The 265th edition of NYC's annual St. Patrick's Day Parade begins at 11 a.m. on 5th Avenue at 44th Street and ends around 4 p.m. on 5th Avenue at 79th Street.

New Jersey celebrates St. Patrick's Day 'the hardest,' study says

A new study revealed where St. Patrick's Day celebrations are intensifying in the United States, and where they are losing momentum.

NYC 2026 Lunar New Year Guide: Things to do, traditions and superstitions

Lunar New Year begins Tuesday, ushering in the Year of the Horse and weeks of celebrations across New York City. Here's your guide to the holiday season in the city.

Lunar New Year, Ramadan and Lent all begin this week

Three cultural and faithful traditions begin this week: Lunar New Year, Ramadan and Lent. Here’s why this week is spiritually significant for so many Americans.

Was Saint Valentine real? The murky history of Valentine's Day

From drunken debauchery to a feast for a saint, there are multiple theories about the history of Valentine’s Day.

What’s open and closed on Presidents' Day 2026

With Presidents' Day falling on Monday, Feb. 16, many Americans are gearing up for a long weekend. Here's what's open and closed.

New York City spends the most on Valentine's Day: Here's how much

Valentine's Day spending is expected to reach record highs this year, and New Yorkers typically shell out the biggest bucks!