Tag: holidays

Biden Opens Holidays, Pardons Turkeys Chocolate and Chip

WASHINGTON—President Joe Biden continued a 75-year tradition Monday and pardoned a pair of Thanksgiving turkeys named after his favorite flavor of ice cream. Biden welcomed Chocolate and Chip before hundreds of people gathered on the South Lawn in unseasonably cold weather. Chocolate and Chip, each weighing nearly 50 pounds, were driven up from North Carolina…


Rolled Stuffed Turkey Breast with Sausage & Herb Stuffing

View the print-ready version of this recipe. If you’re looking for an alternative to roasting a huge bird for the holidays, I highly recommend this rolled turkey breast with sausage stuffing adapted from Food Network’s Patrick and Gina Neely. It’s much more flavorful than your typical roast turkey and cooks in just 1-1/4 hours. What’s more,…


How to Create a Home Winter Wonderland, Even in Florida!

In the 1920s, there was no internet or neighborhood shopping centers, meaning that holiday decorations were crafted from easily obtained materials. Today, we can have everything delivered, but consider some DIY projects to add some winter wow to your home. The easy place to begin to create a winter wonderland is the front yard. There…


Simple Christmas Traditions to Share With Your Family

Christmas will be here before we know it. If you ask me, the best way to celebrate the spirit of this peaceful and beautiful season is to share simple traditions with your family. Here are a few ideas to inspire your holiday plans. Seasonal Music Be sure to have your favorite Christmas playlist ready to…


Couple With 9 Newfoundland Dogs Plan Calendar Photo Shoot Every Year—The Results Are Adorable

Each year, a Pennsylvania couple arrange a calendar photo shoot for their Newfoundland dogs: no less than nine big, shaggy, gentle characters. So far, “The Newf Crew” have done pool party, Easter bunny, St. Patrick’s Day, and Valentine’s themes, among others. Their hardworking owners are Mackenzie Makatche and T.J. Czapp, both 31, from Delaware County….


The Rise of Political Activism | Counterculture

In this episode of Counterculture with Danielle D’Souza Gill, Danielle argues that political activism, which used to be more of a phenomenon on the Left, is now experiencing a revival on the Right. Danielle interviews former Hoover scholar Scott Powell about the importance of American holidays and tradition. Follow EpochTV on social media: Facebook: www.facebook.com/EpochTVus…


Why Is the Stock Market Open on New Year’s Eve?

New Year’s Eve isn’t a federal holiday, so why are some people surprised they have to work Friday? It’s because New Year’s Day—which is a federal holiday—falls on Saturday this year. When a holiday falls on the weekend, it’s almost always observed depending on which day it lands. If the holiday is on Saturday, it’s observed on the…


Thousands of Flights Canceled as Airlines Struggle With Staffing

Thousands of flights were canceled on Wednesday as airlines struggle with inclement weather and getting enough workers to work over the holidays. Over 2,700 flights were canceled worldwide, including nearly 1,000 that had been set to operate into, within, or out of the United States, according to FlightAware, a flight tracking service. Over 10,000 other…


‘Let Your Heart Be Light’: Putting Your Cares Away

Raise your hand if you thought the world would be feeling a little less heavy by now. It wasn’t just me, was it? As 2021 winds down to a close, so many are wishing for a joyful and peaceful holiday season. Here are a few ways to ensure “your troubles will be miles away.” Turn…


Spread Cheer Into the New Year With Homemade Wassail

You’ve undoubtedly heard the “Wassail Song,” or “Here We Come A-wassailing,” which seems to be on replay throughout all of December. “Love and joy come to you, / And to you your wassail too,” begins the refrain. With verses that celebrate food, drink, generosity, and merriment, it’s a cheerful tune intended to bring blessings to…