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November 29

'Too early for Christmas'? Americans clash as stores push holiday tree sales

Experts reveal the best time to put up Christmas trees, with most recommending late November to early December. Balsam Hill and etiquette pros share timing tips.

November 28

Rare great white shark encounter off Maine coast captured in heart-stopping National Geographic photo

National Geographic has unveiled its Pictures of the Year, showcasing 25 stunning photos taken in 2025, including this shark image and more shots captured in the United States.

November 27

How the White House turkey pardon became an American tradition

President Donald Trump pardoned two North Carolina turkeys in the Rose Garden on Tuesday, maintaining the annual Thanksgiving tradition dating back decades.

November 21

Samaritan’s Purse to deliver 13M gift boxes to children around the world through ‘Operation Christmas Child’

Samaritan’s Purse president and CEO Rev. Franklin Graham explains why the act of giving is crucial for children to learn during the ‘All-American Christmas Tree Lighting at FOX Square.'

November 21

Rabbi Kalman Samuels explains what makes 'true celebration' possible

Rabbi Kalman Samuels shares a Hanukkah message of hope from Israel to the 'All-American Christmas Tree Lighting at FOX Square.'

November 20

American trucker says transporting Capitol Christmas tree 3,000 miles to Washington, DC, is 'huge honor'

Arizona truck driver Michael Porter has embarked on an epic 3,000-mile journey to deliver Capitol Christmas Tree "Silver Belle" from Nevada to Washington D.C.

November 16

American Culture Quiz: Test yourself on gridiron glory and presidential pastimes

The American Culture Quiz is a weekly test of our unique national traits, trends, history and people. This time, test your knowledge of gridiron glory and presidential pastimes.

November 9

Fifty years after Edmund Fitzgerald claimed 29 lives, Gordon Lightfoot's musical memorial endures

Fifty years ago, the SS Edmund Fitzgerald sank in Lake Superior, killing 29 crew members. Gordon Lightfoot's haunting ballad immortalized the tragedy forever.

October 24

Body found during search for missing Vermont college student Lia Smith near Middlebury campus

Body discovered during search for missing Vermont college student Lia Smith, 21, who vanished from Middlebury College campus. Autopsy scheduled to determine identity.

October 22

Vermont police search for student who vanished from Middlebury College

Vermont authorities use drones in ongoing investigation to find missing Middlebury College senior Lia Purcell Smith, last seen on campus Friday night.