Saying 'thanks' can improve your health – and may even lengthen your life
Practicing gratitude is known to have a significant impact on our brains, bodies and overall well-being – and a new study found it may even help lengthen lives.
Watch: Christmas train creates "magical" scene in England
A Christmas train lit up the night in England recently, creating a dazzlingly colorful scene that looked like something straight out of ‘The Polar Express.’
Arizona grandma and stranger she mistakenly texted in 2016 will celebrate 9th Thanksgiving together
In 2016, Wanda Dench meant to invite her grandson to her Thanksgiving and accidentally texted Jamal Hinton of Phoenix.
The 'turkey trot,' a tradition since 1896, is more popular than ever
A record number of runners (and walkers) were expected to hit the street this morning, burning off a few calories before tearing into their turkey. The annual ‘turkey trot’ tradition goes back longer than you might think.
Gary Sinise celebrates Thanksgiving with the Tennessee National Guard
The ‘Forrest Gump’ actor’s foundation provided a Thanksgiving lunch to guardsmen at the Tennessee National Guard’s Joint Force Headquarters. Sinise himself was on hand to serve up the barbeque.
Watch live: Thanksgiving Day parades from New York & around the U.S.
Watching New York’s Thanksgiving Day parade is as much of a Thanksgiving tradition as turkey and pumpkin pie. Here’s how you can stream the parade, and others, this holiday.
Struggling with your Thanksgiving turkey? This company has a helpline
The 2024 holiday season marks the 43rd year Butterball has operated the Turkey Talk-Line. It will remain open though December 24.
Alone for the holidays? This can help
Discover practical strategies to overcome loneliness during the holidays, from mindfulness and gratitude to building new traditions and connecting with others.
Don't wash your turkey; other food safety tips
Avoid getting yourself (and your guests) sick this holiday season and take these food safety tips into consideration.
These stores are closed on Thanksgiving this year
Thanksgiving is one day away and whether you are hosting or attending a gathering, now is the time to stock up on goods because multiple retail stores are closing for the holiday.
Here's how much shoppers say they plan to spend on holiday gifts this year
Consumers eager to get an early start on their holiday shopping are willing to spare no expense on gifts, according to a new poll.
Plumbers brace for 'Brown Friday'—tips to avoid a post-Thanksgiving call
The day after Thanksgiving, nicknamed “Brown Friday" by plumbers, is the busiest day of the year for plumbing issues.
Navigating the holidays while on weight-loss medications like Wegovy and Ozempic
Tips for managing GLP-1 and GIP weight-loss medications during the holidays without derailing progress.
Budget-friendly gift ideas that won’t cause you financial stress this holiday season
The holidays can be a very expensive time of the year for families. Here are some budget-friendly gift ideas to help avoid starting the new year off in financial trouble.
World's fastest turkey carver shares his tips for Thanksgiving
Here are some tips, along with the most common mistakes people make when preparing their Thanksgiving centerpiece.
What’s open and closed on Thanksgiving?
Here's what will be open and closed on Thanksgiving Day.
Krispy Kreme goes full Grinch with holiday doughnut lineup
Krispy Kreme is bringing holiday cheer with its "Merry Grinchmas Doughnut Collection," launching November 29.
Butterball’s ‘cook from frozen’ turkey is available for Thanksgiving: What to know
Butterball’s new ‘cook from frozen’ turkey is now available. Here’s how to cook it and where to pick it up.
Restaurants open on Thanksgiving 2024
As always, hours can vary by location, but here is a list of some major restaurants whose doors will be open on Thanksgiving.
Food recalls ahead of Thanksgiving: 3 you should know about
The FDA and USDA announced three recent recalls on food items that have been potentially contaminated with E. coli and listeria as Thanksgiving approaches.



















