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Why 1 in 5 Christmas Gifts Gets Returned – And How to Dodge the Hassle

Jonathan P. Miller December 29, 2025

> At a Glance > - 20% of Christmas gifts are returned after the holidays. > - Store return rules have shifted; the "customer is always right" rule no...

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Couples Earn $100k+ Cut Back, Switch to Aldi as Inflation Hits

Amanda S. Bennett December 28, 2025

At a Glance Newlyweds with $100k+ income still feel stretched. They've shifted to Aldi and cut eating out to save. Rising food, housing, and energy...

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Holiday Spending Shifts to Thrift Stores, Returns Drop as Shoppers Go List-Focused

Amanda S. Bennett December 28, 2025

The frantic holiday shopping sprint that ends each December has already slowed, giving way to a quieter post‑Christmas run for deals and returns. Yet...

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Home Depot’s Noise Machines in Cypress Park Spark Protests from Day Laborers

Daniel J. Whitman December 28, 2025

Home Depot’s noise machines in Cypress Park spark protests from day laborers, who say the high‑pitched tones cause headaches and keep them from...

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Fruitcake’s Sweet Return: Texas Bakery Keeps Tradition Alive

Amanda S. Bennett December 24, 2025

Hook Fruitcake, once a staple of holiday tables, has become a rarity in recent decades. Its decline has sparked both nostalgia and debate among...

Shoppers hurry through street with bright Walmart sign and looming Costco warehouse.

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Which U.S. Stores Are Open or Closed on Christmas Day?

Daniel J. Whitman December 24, 2025

When the holiday season rolls around, most shoppers wonder where they can still get their last‑minute gifts or a quick bite. While department and...

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Which Restaurants Will Be Open on Christmas Day? A Complete Guide

Ethan R. Coleman December 24, 2025

Discover which restaurants will be open on Christmas Day, from fast‑food chains to fine dining, with hours and whether they offer holiday...

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TSA Warns Holiday Travelers to Skip Sparkly Sweaters and Provides a Detailed Packing Guide

Jonathan P. Miller December 24, 2025

TSA warns holiday travelers to ditch sparkly sweaters as a way to make airport security smoother. In a Dec. 18 Facebook post, the agency said: “TSA...

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Consumer Confidence Falls to 89.1 as Tariffs and Prices Weigh

Daniel J. Whitman December 23, 2025

U.S. consumer confidence slipped to 89.1 in December, the lowest level since the tariffs were rolled out in April, as prices and job prospects weigh...

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Kobe Bryant’s Green Sneakers: From Christmas Day Debut to Today’s Collectible Phenomenon

Marcus L. Bennett December 23, 2025

On Christmas Day 2010, the Los Angeles Lakers’ star Kobe Bryant stepped onto the floor of Staples Center wearing a pair of bright green shoes that...