NYC food pantries stepping up to feed hungry New Yorkers for the holidays
A new report shows a surging number of New Yorkers are facing food insecurity. But one city food bank is giving back.
Biden delivers Thanksgiving address urging US unity in battle against COVID-19
President-elect Joe Biden delivered a Thanksgiving address on Wednesday, discussing the current coronavirus surge and calling on Americans to help limit the spread of the disease.
Owl found in Rockefeller Center Christmas tree set free
A small owl found inside the Rockefeller Center Christmas tree was set free by the wildlife center where it had been convalescing.
Cuomo: Make hard but smart choice for holidays
Gov. Andrew Cuomo donned a turkey-themed face mask at a press conference in Long Island, where he disclosed he will no longer be celebrating Thanksgiving with his 89-year-old mother in-person.
Thanksgiving could make or break US COVID-19 response
Governors and mayors are ratcheting up mask mandates and imposing restrictions on small indoor gatherings that have been blamed for accelerating the spread of the coronavirus.
More families buying smaller turkeys, paring down Thanksgiving dinner
More and more people are opting to buy smaller turkeys this year as the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has the CDC and health experts discouraging travel and large family gatherings.
US medical associations urge 'scaled-back' Thanksgiving in open letter to Americans
U.S. doctors, nurses and hospital officials have collectively penned an open letter to the American people, urging that any holiday gatherings are “scaled-back” amid the coronavirus surge.
Toddler runs in terror after 'Grinch' surprises her during Christmas photo shoot
The Grinch has become one of the most iconic pop culture characters connected with Christmas. It turns out, while the cartoon version might be enjoyable to children, seeing the Grinch in real life might not be as much fun.
Melania Trump welcomes Christmas tree, kicks off holiday season at White House
Melania Trump has ushered in the holiday season at the White House.
Staying home for Thanksgiving? Tubi has a feast of free holiday shows and movies to stream
Need some entertainment for your socially distanced Thanksgiving celebration? Tubi is streaming free holiday movies and shows to enjoy at home with your whole household.
Food bank distributes Thanksgiving boxes on Long Island
The economic strain of the coronavirus pandemic has more than 400,000 Long Islanders turning to food banks to feed their families.
Wash your hands this Thanksgiving, but not your turkey, USDA says
The United States Department of Agriculture says you should not be washing your turkey, or any meats for that matter.
Many Americans flying for holiday despite CDC pleas
Millions of Americans bought tickets to fly somewhere for Thanksgiving before the nation’s top public health agency pleaded with them not to travel for the holiday.
Brewery to deliver beer by reindeer this holiday season
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Americans expect to gain this much weight over the holidays: Survey
43% of Americans are planning to break their diet and expect to gain 7 pounds by the time the holidays are over.
Skates (and masks) on! Rockefeller Center ice rink opens
The iconic Rockefeller Center ice-skating rink is set to open.
Tyler Perry offers Thanksgiving meals to 5,000 families on Sunday
Tyler Perry is continuing his long-standing efforts to give back to the Atlanta community. He announced his studio will be giving out Thanksgiving meals to 5,000 families this Sunday.
Long Island charity aims to give away 14,000 turkeys for the holidays
The Island Harvest annual Bethpage Turkey Drive is aiming to distribute 14,000 turkeys to Long Islanders this year.
Fauci says Santa Claus is immune to COVID-19
According to Dr. Anthony Fauci, Santa Claus is coming to town, and thankfully, has “innate immunity” to the novel coronavirus infection.
Steve Noviello's 2020 Holiday Gift Guide
2020 has been a pretty crazy year. But one thing you can count on is Steve Noviello's Holiday Gift Guide. Get ideas for adults, tweens and everyone in between. He even has gifts to bring the family closer even if you have to be far apart, plus tech and holiday housewares that will want to make you stay indoors.