Christmas
All the updates on the Christmas holiday. An annual Christian holiday observing the birth of Jesus Christ, it is a public holiday in many countries, observed by Christians and non-Christians in different ways. Many public traditions stem from observing Christmas over the years, from tree lightings to holiday markets and the singing of religious and Christmas themed carols.
Prince Louis' cheekiest milestone year in photos as he turns five
Louis undertook his busiest year of public appearances to date over 2022, from Platinum Jubilee celebrations to first days at a new school.
Pastor says prayer regrew woman's toes—but people want proof
A church in the Ozarks did not provide any evidence while claiming that the power of prayer cause a woman's amputated toes to regrow.
Suicide rates start spiking in spring, this is why and how to get help
Despite the popular myth that suicide rates rise around the Christmas holidays, experts and evidence strongly suggest otherwise.
Queen Elizabeth II's reaction to energetic Prince George goes viral: "Run!"
Elizabeth's humorous reaction to Prince William's eldest son's cooking skills has been viewed more than 400,000 times since it was posted to TikTok.
Backlash as University swaps religious names like Easter for spring term
"These new names use more accessible and widely recognized terminology," an LSE spokesperson told Newsweek.
Girl finds enormous megalodon tooth on Maryland beach on Christmas Day
Molly, 9, dove into freezing cold water to retrieve the 5-inch tooth, the largest to be found in the area.
Russia plans to attack churches during Putin's Christmas ceasefire: Ukraine
"I urge citizens to be careful and avoid visiting places with large crowds," Ukraine's Deputy Prime Minister Iryna Vereshchuk wrote on Facebook on Friday.
Russia breaks Putin's ceasefire with new attacks: Ukraine
Russian President Vladimir Putin had called on both sides to cease fighting for Orthodox Christmas earlier this week.
Putin's ceasefire an attempt to discredit Ukraine: ISW
Russian President Vladimir Putin ordered a truce "along the entire line of contact" in the war in Ukraine between January 6 and 7.
Dad dragged for giving daughter "better" gift worth $3,200 more than son
"By lumping a large amount of cash into her Christmas gift, you invite unfavorable comparisons," said one commenter on the viral Reddit post.
Putin orders Ukraine ceasefire
The head of the Russian Orthodox Church, Patriarch Kirill, had earlier issued an appeal calling for a "Christmas truce."
Putin's top priest urges ceasefire to Russia-Ukraine war
Patriarch Kirill, head of the Russian Orthodox Church, has justified Putin's decision to invade Ukraine in February 2022 on spiritual and ideological grounds.
Blasphemy No Longer: Celebrating Christmas in Saudi Arabia
This past Christmas in Riyadh was unrecognizable to anyone who knew the city five years ago. Hitherto, openly celebrating non-Muslim holidays had been regarded as blasphemy.
Woman regifting boyfriend's $1k laptop to sister slammed: "Appreciation"
Several users on Reddit were sympathetic towards the boyfriend in the latest viral post, saying "once you gift something—it doesn't belong to you anymore."
Christmas power station attacks caused $3 million in damage as two charged
Matthew Greenwood and Jeremy Crahan face up to 30 years in prison for conspiracy to attack energy facilities and possession of an unregistered firearm.
Ken Block enjoyed "great" Christmas trip with family before death
Days before he died in a snowmobile accident, the rally driver revealed that he went on an "epic holiday trip" to Canada.
Highly venomous "beast" snake found inside family home
The red-bellied black snake was found beneath the family's Christmas tree.
'Petty' wife not waking up husband causing him to miss flight praised
"What kind of husband leaves his wife to go have Christmas with his family?" one user said.
What stores are open and closed on New Year's Day? Target, Kroger and more
At the turn of the year, people need to restock their kitchens or buy other provisions for their houses.
"I'm a mental toughness expert, here's 5 ways to stick to your resolutions"
Former rally champion Penny Mallory reveals how to develop your confidence, commitment and focus.
Hearts break as shelter given 1-month-old puppy: "Unwanted Christmas gifts"
"Don't give out pets as gifts to someone who didn't ask for one or done research on how to care for it," a caption on a video featuring a puppy in an animal shelter warned.
What U.S. federal holidays are there in 2023?
The U.S. federal government recognizes 11 holidays, on which federal workers are all paid, and which apply to all 50 states and the District of Columbia.
Four senior Russians died suddenly over Christmas
Since the war between Russia and Ukraine began, several high-profile Russian businessmen have reportedly died by suicide or under unexplained circumstances.
"They set our tree on fire": Christmas crime victims' heartbreaking stories
Three victims of Christmas crime revealed their heartbreaking stories to Newsweek, including one man who was robbed twice during the festive season.
Is Walmart open on New Year's Eve and Day? Holiday opening hours
Most locations typically operate between 6 a.m. and 11 p.m. daily, and most stores are open on regular hours on most federal holidays.
"Miracle" as kids survive 2 days in mangled car after crash killed parents
The three children involved in the car crash were not rescued for 55 hours and have since been taken to hospital.
"If you're newly single over the holidays, I have 3 tips to help you cope"
As a divorce attorney for 20 years, I thought I knew it all. As a divorced mother, I learned even more.
Southwest airlines videos show thousands of lost luggage: 'Sea of bags'
Videos showing piles of bags at airports from Southwest Airlines customers have been posted online after the company cancelled thousands of flights.
Southwest airlines CEO says cancellations "giant puzzle" amid investigation
More than 2,500 Southwest Airlines flights were canceled by Tuesday with more cancellations to come on Wednesday and Thursday.
Tom Brady's Christmas with his kids: what we know
Brady has enjoyed the first Christmas since his divorce from ex-wife Gisele Bündchen, and has shared snaps of his smiling kids while Gisele returns to Brazil.
