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Mysterious googly eyes go viral after appearing on public art in Oregon

Merit Street Media | Dec 28, 2024

Portland, Ore. — Googly eyes have been appearing on sculptures around the central Oregon city of Bend, delighting many residents and sparking a viral...

Holiday shoppers increased spending by 3.8% despite higher prices

Merit Street Media | Dec 26, 2024

U.S. — Sales rose this year during the holiday shopping season even as Americans wrestled with elevated prices for many groceries and other...

Celebrate Hanukkah with this traditional latkes recipe

Annie Gimbel | Dec 24, 2024

Pocket-friendly stocking stuffers for any good boy or girl

Annie Gimbel | Dec 23, 2024

Quick n' easy last minute holiday gifts to snag online

Annie Gimbel | Dec 23, 2024

Roanoke, TX — The clock is ticking! The final shopping hours before Christmas & Hanukkah have arrived. And some shoppers are still looking for unique...

Skip holiday debt by wrapping up a plan before you spend

Annie Gimbel | Dec 22, 2024

Blake Lively accuses 'It Ends With Us' director Justin Baldoni of harassment

Merit Street Media | Dec 21, 2024

New York — Blake Lively has accused her “It Ends With Us” director and co-star Justin Baldoni of sexual harassment on the set of the movie and a...

In calendar rarity, Hanukkah starts on Christmas Day this year

Merit Street Media | Dec 21, 2024

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

Just breathe: How to avoid financial stress during the holiday season

Merit Street Media | Dec 18, 2024

U.S. — The holidays are meant to be a time of celebration with family and friends. But they can also bring pressure to spend money on gifts,...

Have yourself a merry little cocktail!

Annie Gimbel | Dec 18, 2024