Mother's Day 2024: near-record spending of $33.5 billion expected
According to the latest annual consumer survey by the National Retail Federation (NRF), Mother's Day spending is projected to hit $33.5 billion this year.
Macy's 2024 July 4th fireworks location revealed: How to watch in NYC, NJ
For the first time in 10 years, the Macy's 2024 July 4 fireworks will launch from the NYC's Hudson River.
Passover NYC: Closures, parking, traffic alerts, kosher markets
Passover is a major Jewish holiday celebrated over the course of a week. In NYC, various closures and parking alerts are in effect during Passover.
War, hostages, antisemitism: A somber backdrop to this year's Passover observances
This year, for many Jews, the mood for Passover will be somber due to the Israel-Hamas war in Gaza and the rise of antisemitic incidents elsewhere.
What is Eid al-Fitr and how is it celebrated?
Eid al-Fitr is a holiday celebrated by Muslims to mark the end of the holy month of Ramadan.
April Fools' Day: The top prankster US cities and states, according to survey
April Fools’ Day 2024 means practical jokes and hoaxes for some. Here are the cities and states with the highest participation rate.
NYC Easter parade, Bonnet Festival happening Sunday: What to know
Several Easter festivities are happening today in New York City, including church services, a parade and a festival.
Pro-Palestine protesters evicted after interrupting mass at St. Patrick’s Cathedral
Pro-Palestine protesters interrupted a mass at St. Patrick’s Cathedral on Saturday in NYC, according to Storyful.
Here's what's open and closed on Good Friday 2024
Good Friday, a Christian holiday observed on the Friday before Easter, is a day to commemorate the crucifixion of Jesus. Here’s what’s likely to be open and closed.
Map: The top Easter candy in your state for 2024
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.
Three reasons why egg prices are so high ahead of Easter
Egg prices are reaching near-historic highs globally as Easter and Passover approach, reflecting market turbulence driven by disease, high demand, and rising costs for farmers.
‘Stoner eclipse’: 420 Day this year is a palindrome that won’t happen again for 1,000 years
420 Day as a palindrome won't happen again for 1,000 years.
Easter spending expected to hit $177 per person this year
A recent survey of consumers reveals that they feel inspired to shop for Easter-related items because it's a tradition and an enjoyable activity to do with family and friends.
Home Depot to bring back 12-Foot Skelly, new spooky friends for Halloween
Home Depot is reviving the Halloween spirit more than six months early by announcing the return of the popular 12-foot skeleton decoration, known as Skelly, along with introducing new companions and friends for the upcoming season
Easter 2024: Why is holiday so early this year?
Each year, Easter is celebrated on a different day – and this year it’s coming a little early.
Staten Island holds first inclusive St. Patrick's Day Parade
Staten Island will be holding its first inclusive St. Patrick's Day Parade on Sunday after excluding the LGBTQ community for years.
Heroic FDNY brothers honored at St. Patrick's Day Parade
Tom and Tim Haskell, two brothers from Seaford, New York, and members of the FDNY, perished on 9/11 while rescuing others from the Twin Towers.
Spring 2024 starts Tuesday: What to know about the vernal equinox
The spring equinox is almost here. In the U.S., get ready for earlier sunrises and later sunsets until the summer solstice in June.
St. Patrick's Day fun facts: Things you may not know about the Irish celebration
While St. Patrick's Day still has religious ties, it has become more about Irish pride and heritage than religion.
NYC St. Patrick's Day Parade: 2024 map, street closures, more
Sláinte! New York City's St. Patrick's Day Parade is March 16. Here's what you need to know about it, and other things you can do to celebrate.