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Tyler Perry paid off $400000 worth of layaway balances at an Atlanta-area Walmart, then Kid Rock followed suit in Tennessee to the tune of $81000.

Christmas and the general holiday season are often busy, fun-filled and sometimes, stressful. It can be easy to get caught up in the distraction of it all and that ...

The average person gains weight between Thanksgiving and New Year's Day. Here are 10 tips to avoid being one.

As holiday lights go up and the temperature continues to go down, so are gas prices.

Seattle really rolls out the red carpet for this most wonderful time of the year. Whether you are new to town or have been celebrating the holidays here for ...

BLOOMINGTON — When Sharon Evans of Bloomington hands out holiday gifts this season, the recipients are going to know that she put in a little of her own ...

Wawa's newest secret menu items feature a seasonal flavor favorite this year. The hidden menu is called "Mint-er Wonderland" and is bringing us three ...

NATIONAL (NBC/KAIT) - One habit could mean two weeks before Christmas is also two more weeks to get in trouble, financially. Overspending on gifts and ...

LOUISVILLE, KY (WAVE) - Several WAVE Country animal shelters are either reducing or eliminating adoption fees for dogs this holiday season. At the Kentucky ...

Trying to avoid a mountain of debt as we head into a new year? These expert tips are just what you need to save money.

Living in a Homer, Alaska household without electricity or running water, a young Jewel Kilcher and family didn't have enough money to buy Christmas presents.

The Crazy Rich Asians star is celebrating a lot this holiday, including a move to LA and a Golden Globe nomination.

According to the United States Secret *Service*, counterfeit circulation sees a bump around the holiday season. But worry not, because these bills, sophisticated ...

Research shows that going to the hospital in July or over the weekend can be riskier for patients because of factors such as medical errors, understaffing or staff ...

More studies are proving what parents already know: too much screen time has negative impacts on the development of a child's brain. And with Christmas fast ...

Liam Payne opened up about his former One Direction bandmates in a new interview and revealed that he hopes to see them over the holidays — find out more!

New e-mail scams are circulating ahead of the holidays. According to ConsumerAffairs, two new phishing e-mails are hitting inboxes. The e-mails appear to ...

Johnny C. Taylor Jr., a human-resources expert, is tackling your questions as part of a series for USA TODAY. Taylor is president and CEO of the Society for ...

Michigan is one of only eight states that put no end date on its annual legislative calendar. Experts say that's a big reason we're treated to this biennial ...

CLICK HERE if you are having trouble viewing these photos on a mobile device. Thanksgiving and the winter holidays bring houseguest season. You've ...

Wide receiver Mike Evans hosts three holiday events while defensive tackle Gerald McCoy launches his foundation on the heels of his Walter Payton Man of the ...

The holidays are coming up soon, and for those who prefer to dine at home rather than hustling for a last-minute table somewhere really crowded, Eater has it ...

Make conscious choices, learn to “surf the urge” and have a plan for food pushers.

There are a lot of people that are essential to our everyday lives. But it's not always clear if you should tip them for the holidays — and if so, how much.

Yes, Illinois, there is a Satan. If you're looking for him, just check near the Christmas tree and the menorah in the state Capitol. It is there, among the twinkling ...

While Christmas decorations have already been festooned throughout big box retailers since the start of November, the holiday season is finally in full swing no.

Turn away. Make holiday wreaths, perhaps by knotting up your old Washington NFL jerseys, then twisting them into a burgundy-and-gold seasonal garland.

According to the National Retail Federation's annual consumer spending survey, Americans could spend nearly $721 billion on gifts, decor, travel and more ...

Troops at the border missed Thanksgiving to carry out an ill-defined and unjustifiable mission. They weren't alone.

The program's pet food distribution started in 2015 with at least half of the program's recipients needing pet food every year.

Investors are checking out of retail with the sector on track to post its worst quarter since the financial crisis, and one top technician says Costco could be the next ...

These must have wines meet all your holiday needs.

Ahead of the holiday season, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is urging consumers not to eat raw cookie dough, cake mix or bread.

The display named "Snaketivity," which features a woman's hand holding an apple and a snake, joins a nativity scene and menorah.

Adopt This Newly Trained Dog Before The Holidays - Chicago, IL - In its Tails of Redemption program, the Sheriff's Office pairs dogs with detainees to get them ...

The Friends of UW Health's Love Lights event on Saturday helped people who have lost loved ones over the past year cope with the difficulties of the holidays.

Thinking about firing people around the holidays? That's a short-sighted decision.

The BBB has tips on avoiding five holiday scams that could really put a damper on your festivities this season.

From annoying relatives to hectic travel, the holiday blues are real – and there are real strategies to help you deal with them.

When you focus on what you value most about the holidays, it's far easier to moderate your spending, writes Tanja Hester who subscribes to a frugal lifestyle.

Our editors review and recommend products to help you buy the stuff you need. If you make a purchase by clicking one of our links, we may earn a small share ...

Shop at IKEA once and get all the decorations and gift wrap you need for the holidays.

Group sessions at a New York senior center during the holidays are attuned to the unique pressures that some older people can feel: loneliness over lost loved ...

How do the locals celebrate the holidays in Asbury Park?

A significant spike in house fires year-over-year during the holidays has the Phoenix Fire Department and the American Red Cross warning families of potential ...

NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- It's supposed to be the most wonderful time of the year, but a new study shows drivers are 200 percent more aggressive during the ...

Holiday gift-giving has gotten out of hand. WalletHub reports that the average person will spend over $1,000 this holiday season, while more than 25 percent of ...

There's still time for you to get out and enjoy the "Golden Girls Live!"

The complaints, which echo those made last year and across the country, are part of a problem that's been investigated by federal officials off and on since 2015.

Now we've seen some creativity when it comes to Hurricane Michael debris, but this one takes the cake.

Everyone has that crazy uncle who drinks a little too much eggnog on Christmas Eve, but many question why this drink continues to be a holiday tradition.

During the holiday season, however, when pies, cookies and indulgent recipes are everywhere you look, it can be even more challenging to keep your sugar ...

If you love Ellen DeGeneres (and let's face it, who doesn't?) then you're probably interested in her must-have items for the holiday season. The talk show host ...

For many, this time of year can be stressful and busy. Here's how to reframe your thinking and enjoy the holiday season.

It's the most wonderful time of the year unless you're traveling.

The luminarias lining the sidewalk of the church across the street beckon me. This is my first Blue Christmas *service*. I've been melancholy about the ...

Find out the depression symptoms and coping techniques that these women feeling during the holidays.

Recommendations of holiday gifts for your favorite runner.

The answer is yes, if you can make sure you get them something they like, and you're not saddling your loved one with a monthly bill. Here's how to do it right.

Sen. Cory Booker hasn't made a decision yet on whether he'll run for president in 2020, but he said in New Hampshire on Saturday that he'll make a verdict in ...

In the Illinois Capitol rotunda this month, several traditions are being celebrated. There's a Nativity scene for Christmas, a menorah for Hanukkah, and then ...

CLEVELAND - Some residents are angry and concerned about so-called 'porch pirates' lurking about this holiday season. "It makes me angry, it makes me ...

"We have come to banish darkness," begins a popular Hebrew children's song for the holiday. Once day turns to night, earlier and chillier than a mere few weeks ...

It's supposed to be the most wonderful time of the year, but between hosting holiday festivities, shopping for presents and working full time, it can feel like the ...

When Ed Fuller and his wife, Sandra, first saw their home in the Clearpoint neighborhood of Ventura, Calif., back in 2011, they were sold. The house needed lots ...

In the workplace it can be hard to balance a festive atmosphere while simultaneously keeping employees focused and productive.

Changemakers is a *content* series produced by Cole Haan and Forbes. It provides a platform for industry leaders who are disrupting business and society by ...

No matter which treat you prefer, however, everyone can agree that free treats are the absolute best. Here are all of the limited edition holiday menu items and ...

The holidays are officially here. And you know what that means: Piracy is about to kick into high gear. But these pirates aren't cruising the waters of the ...

Royals: No matter how celebrity magazines can sometimes make it look, they are not just like us — especially during the holidays. In fact, some of the things ...

More than 800 pets found a new home for the holidays after the weekend-long Mega Adoption Event in Fort Worth, according to the Humane Society of North ...

Pope Francis has given Romans a holiday pep talk, encouraging them to do their share to make the trash-plagued, traffic-clogged city more livable.

Less than a month after unboxing Season 6 of The Great British Baking Show, Netflix has released a two-episode holiday special featuring eight contestants ...

After annual conflict among relatives, wife forgoes party but blames husband.

The Diet enacted a bill Saturday that will give workers and students 10 straight days off next year — from April 27 to May 6 — including the day of Crown Prince ...

Your Forbes Travel Guide-approved wish list for a luxe escape with all the festive trimmings.

One kindhearted Good Samaritan with a whole lot of airline miles has given them away to five lucky strangers who otherwise would not have been able to head ...

Make the most of the holiday season with our roundup of all things festive in the Capital Region. Find nearby events that will be sure to get you in the holiday ...

It's no secret that holiday travel can be expensive, but these companies are ready to make your holiday travel a little easier (and cheaper!) For those of you who ...

Celebrate the holiday season this weekend in Central New York.

The NBC15 Share Your Holidays Grand Finale raised 3.9 million meals as of 10:30 Thursday night. Some donations are still being counted.

The Tuscaloosa Metro Animal Shelter sent dogs and cats home for the holidays. About two weeks ago, the shelter was dealing with overcrowding. Many foster ...

It's the busiest time of year for retail. Shoppers are flooding into stores, but not everyone is out for the right reasons. Pensacola Police are beefing up security and ...

BELLEFONTE, Pa. – Despite it being about 28 degrees, dozens of people have been coming through this area to enjoy a night under the lights. "It's the perfect ...

The 2018 holiday reading list from the philanthropist is here, covering everything from killer robots to meditation.

You pay dearly for your Amazon Prime account, $119 a year after the latest $20 price hike. The holiday season is prime time to tap that bad boy for more than the ...

Shouts & Murmurs by Alexis Wilkinson: Human life is terribly short, so on this day we celebrate staving off death for another revolution around the sun.

It's Day Two of The Glow Up's 12 Days of Gifting—and, as promised, we're back with more ideas for you!

The holidays might be a joyous time of the year, but they're also an expensive one -- so much so that more than 25% of U.S. adults have landed in holiday debt ...

The Syracuse Downtown Committee and Advance Media New York hosted the second annual Holidays in the City on Saturday.

First of all, I apologize for the picture you see above. Why? Because it is emblematic of the pressure society puts on everyone throughout the holiday season.

The best holiday gifts, we'd like to think, are food gifts. Not just gifts you could eat or drink, but gifts that improve your life through food in some tangible way.

The oldest example in this long-term exhibition of eighty Hanukkah lamps is a low rectangle of copper alloy capped with a lion's head, from sixteenth-century ...

If looking at your calendar this month is stressing you out, here's a plan for figuring out how to reclaim some of your time.

STOCKTON — The air was crisp and the sky was overcast as the law enforcement officers surrounded the north Stockton home early Wednesday morning.

Alcohol is a part of many holiday traditions, and some may turn to it during times of stress. How those struggling with alcohol addiction can prepare for the ...

Most close the third week of December but return different weeks in January.

It's normal for the holidays to make you feel sad. Here are 5 ways to beat the holiday blues this season.

We hear about the holiday blues. But should that concern you as a leader?

Think you've secured your spot on the Nice list? There's still time to shake Santa up, especially if you hit one of the city's many holiday-themed watering holes.