Holidays

About 7 in 10 U.S. adults say they believe in angels, but what, exactly, is an angel? Typical portrayals in Western art depict them as human-looking, but with wings. They are usually white and often blonde. But some people are rejecting those portrayals for what they call “biblically accurate angels.” These strange creatures take their cues from biblical descriptions of...

The yuletide anthem makes millions of dollars every year, estimates suggest. The “Queen of Christmas” likely keeps a big chunk of that haul, experts say.

If you followed every online guide, you’d be tipping three dozen people during the holiday season. Here’s how to narrow things down if your budget is tight.

Whether for a holiday gathering or a casual get-together, a charcuterie board invites guests to graze and explore, all while showcasing a variety of complementary flavors.

Santa Claus has arrived in Rio de Janeiro — under water. Starting on Saturday, he’ll be spotted at AquaRio Marine Aquarium swimming with sharks during their daily fish feeding sessions as part of the city’s Christmas festivities.

Officially crunch time! It’s Super Saturday, the last Saturday before Christmas, and the beginning of Hannukah, one of the busiest shopping days of the holiday season. NBC10’s Siobhan McGirl spoke with people who flocked to stores across South Jersey.

Hanukkah, Judaism’s eight-day Festival of Lights, begins this year on Christmas Day. That’s only happened four times since 1900.

Super Saturday is here, one of the busiest shopping days of the holiday season. And if you waited until the last minute to get the perfect gift…you’re not alone! NBC10’s Neil Fischer shares how many shoppers will be expected to be out and about today.

The holiday travel season has officially begun. NBC10’s Aaron Baskerville reports on what to expect. 

Some good news for those who are traveling for the holidays. NBC10 Responds found that 2024 is projected to have the lowest flight cancellation rate in a decade. NBC10 Responds reporter Tracy Davidson has the details from the FAA.

Christmas trees on the beach in Ocean City have become a holiday trend that many look forward to each year. NBC10 Jersey Shore Bureau reporter Ted Greenberg explains how the trees inspire the spirit of giving.

Airports will be packed with passengers from now until the new year. At Philadelphia International, they want to make sure travelers are ready for the larger crowds. NBC10’s Miguel Martinez-Valle reports.

The Salvation Army in Delaware reports that donations are down 38% this holiday season. NBC10 Delaware Bureau reporter Tim Furlong reports as an anonymous donor agrees to match every donation this Saturday. 

President Joe Biden and his wife, Jill, brought some holiday cheer to patients and families at a children’s hospital in Washington.

Whether you’re part of a local club taking part in the festivities, you’re headed out to watch in the crowd, or you’re just an uninterested Philadelphian wondering how you’ll get around on Jan. 1, here’s everything you need to know about the 2025 Mummers Parade.

The holidays always bring a bevy of beverages for seasonal sipping. In recent years, we’ve tried the Gingerbread Martini, the Rudolph, and the Snowglobe. This year, apparently, we’re making hot Dr Pepper.

Philadelphia pop-ups Tinsel, the Uptown Express and the White Elephant are offering customers a chance at drinking some holiday-themed drinks amid Christmas décor.

No one needs us to remind you about the obvious holiday movies playing on repeat on cable, but perhaps you are looking to go beyond the obvious this year.

Federal government employees will be able to spend Christmas Eve with their families this year following a new executive order issued by President Joe Biden on Thursday. Christmas Eve — December 24 — is not a federal holiday, even though Christmas Day is, according to the Office of Personnel Management. “All executive departments and agencies of the Federal Government shall...

Transportation leaders expect a record number of travelers this holiday — up 3.5% from last year.

Who, when and where to watch. Here’s everything you need to know about the NFL slate on Christmas Day.