Thanksgiving

Hemp has long been a cornerstone of American industry, from its vital role in the Mayflower's journey to its symbolic importance in the fight for independence. As we celebrate Thanksgiving, it’s fitting to reflect on how this versatile crop helped build the foundation of the U.S., in the past...

Over half of Americans — 56% — say they plan to host guests for Thanksgiving this year. With costs rising 19% from last year, consumers are feeling the pinch.  What To Know: The cost of hosting Thanksgiving dinner in 2024 is up 19% from last year with an average of $431 spent on food, drink and...

When Andy Williams released the song "It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year" on his first 1963 Christmas album, the S&P 500 was singing a bullish tune of its own. The index had just hit a record high of 74 points, shaking off the scars of the 1962 bear market. Fast-forward 61 years, and...

As the Thanksgiving travel season approaches, Uber Technologies Inc. (NYSE:UBER) has unveiled its new “XXL” rides service. This initiative is designed to accommodate the expected increase in travel demand, particularly at airports. What Happened: The XXL service, offering...

Dollar General Corp. (NYSE:DG) has launched several holiday sales promotions in an effort to win back inflation-weary consumers as mega-retailers Walmart, Inc. (NYSE:WMT) and Amazon.com, Inc. (NASDAQ:AMZN) aggressively lower prices. The Details:  Dollar General has been losing customers to...

Longshoremen are expected to drop their cargo hooks Tuesday, potentially freezing activity at some of the U.S.’s busiest ports. What Happened: According to the New York Times, a union showdown on the East and Gulf coasts with their employers could halt billions of dollars worth of goods,...

The latest animated offering from Walt Disney Co. (NYSE:DIS), “Wish,” fell short of its projected success at the Thanksgiving box office. In contrast, Ridley Scott‘s “Napoleon” — financed by Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:AAPL) — outperformed its forecasted gross, according to...

A Thanksgiving message from Donald Trump Jr. has ignited debate due to its critical tone toward the Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI). What Happened: On Friday, Trump shared an image on X showing a family inside a home with an FBI agent outside observing them. He wrote,...

In recent news, Peloton Interactive Inc.’s (NASDAQ:PTON) annual Thanksgiving ride was plagued by technical issues, leading to an apology from the company’s CEO, Barry McCarthy. As per a report from The Verge, Peloton’s 10th annual "Turkey Burn" event, which was set to break the...

In a spirited Thanksgiving Day message on Truth Social, former President Donald Trump blasted his legal adversaries and political critics. What Happened: As per a report by The Hill, Trump took aim at New York’s Attorney General Letitia James, Judge Arthur Engoron, Chief Clerk Alison...

During the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, President Joe Biden called on Americans to rise above political disagreements and uphold the values of unity and decency. What Happened: As covered by The Hill, President Biden and first lady Jill Biden joined the Thanksgiving Day Parade from...

As President Joe Biden celebrated his 81st birthday this week by pardoning National Thanksgiving Turkeys and cracking jokes about his age, the White House put forth a rosy picture of the nation’s grocery inflation, claiming it to be at its lowest level in more than two years. However, a...

For many Americans across the country, today (Thursday) means meals with families to celebrate the Thanksgiving holiday. One topic of conversation that has likely come up in recent years at holiday family gatherings is cryptocurrency. Here's a look at how crypto has performed since last year's...

As Thanksgiving Day dawns, bringing with it an air of festivity and gratitude, the U.S. stock market prepares to take its annual pause, allowing traders and investors a moment of respite in an otherwise relentless financial calendar. The Market's Thanksgiving Schedule Are markets closed on...

The 97th Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade is one of several events taking place on television on the Thanksgiving Day holiday, which will see the U.S. stock markets closed. Here's a look at what's new for the 2023 Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade and some of the companies featured in the annual event....