The Christmas tree ‘Silver Belle’ shines on the West Lawn in Washington, D.C.
Capitol Christmas Tree Ceremony Highlights Nevada’s First Tree On December 2, 2025, House Speaker Mike Johnson and members of Nevada’s congressional delegation lit the Christmas tree at the U.S. Capitol, marking the start of the holiday season in Washington, D.C. The tree, affectionately named “Silver Bell” in tribute to Nevada’s nickname, was revealed during a […]
Dollywood becomes a winter wonderland featuring 6 million Christmas lights.
Dollywood’s Holiday Transformation In the heart of Tennessee’s Great Smoky Mountains, Dollywood shifts into a magical winter paradise each Christmas. The park features holiday treats, exciting rides, and an impressive display of 6 million sparkling Christmas lights. Co-owned by country music icon Dolly Parton, Dollywood attracts millions of visitors annually. Recently, Fox Nation’s Madison Alworth […]
Meghan Markle continues to observe a Christmas custom favored by the royal family, despite her strained relationship with Prince Harry’s relatives.
Meghan Markle Celebrates Christmas Traditions Despite Family Tensions Meghan Markle continues to embrace the royal family’s cherished Christmas customs, even amid ongoing tensions with her husband Prince Harry’s family. The Duchess of Sussex, who stepped back from royal duties and relocated to the United States in 2020, shared her fondness for Christmas crackers during the […]
London brokerage is reducing jobs for Christmas
Stifel Announces Job Cuts in London Stifel, the brokerage firm that has recently been growing its workforce, is now planning to reduce its staff once again. Sources indicate that Stifel is scaling back its trading operations in London, potentially impacting around 20 jobs, particularly within the execution and market-making teams. A spokesperson for Stifel noted […]
What is the air date for ‘Dancing With the Holidays’? A guide to watching Disney’s new Christmas special of ‘Dancing With The Stars’ live.
Sad news for fans of Dancing with the Stars: Season 34 has wrapped up. But here’s some good news for those who still crave glitz and rhythm—a new holiday special is on the way, which is pretty exciting! Just a week after wildlife enthusiast Robert Irwin took home the Mirrorball Trophy, ABC is bringing more […]
‘Christmas Tree Law’ prohibits sidewalk sales in NYC before a certain date, yet early sales continue to thrive
Even before Thanksgiving, a significant number of Christmas tree vendors began appearing throughout New York City, flouting a seldom-enforced city law. This law, established back in 1938, forbids the sale of trees on sidewalks until December. Despite the ruling, various vendors have been selling spruce, balsam, and fir trees in considerable amounts across the city […]
Melania Trump unveils this year’s White House Christmas decorations: ‘Home is Where the Heart Is’
First Lady Melania Trump Unveils 2025 White House Christmas Decorations On Monday, First Lady Melania Trump greeted guests at the White House, showcasing the elaborate holiday decorations for the 2025 season. “Home is where the heart is,” she remarked. This year’s theme honors the birth of Jesus and reflects American generosity, patriotism, and gratitude, while […]
Portland’s Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony Skips Mention of ‘Christmas’
Christmas Becomes a Political Issue in Portland Portland, Oregon, marked its 41st annual holiday celebration Friday night, but the event stirred some political controversy. Speeches and presentations at Pioneer Courthouse Square notably avoided the term “Christmas,” instead referring to the large tree simply as a “tree.” This choice was met with disappointment from many on […]
Portland skips Christmas in yearly tree event due to controversy
Portland’s Annual Tree Lighting Sparks Controversy Portland, Oregon, recently hosted its annual Christmas tree lighting ceremony, but this year it faced backlash for omitting any references to Christmas. Instead, attendees witnessed leaders at the event waving Palestinian flags and chanting. During the ceremony, a woman displayed a Palestinian flag and led the crowd in chants […]
Exclusive | Beyond the mafia — ruthless Christmas tree vendors face genuine turf wars in NYC
Christmas Trees in New York City: A Unique Industry Selling Christmas trees in NYC is pretty straightforward, or at least it seems that way. However, the trees that stand tall in Manhattan apartments or Brooklyn brownstones don’t exactly come with a budget-friendly price tag. Interestingly, there’s a lot more happening behind the scenes than most […]