2 hours ago The fun — and confusion — of celebrating Christmas and Hanukkah on the same date

Christmas and Hanukkah rarely fall on the same date, but this year they do. One mixed-faith family in Oakland, Calif., doubles down for double whammy holiday.

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4 hours ago The Reddit community revives the holiday spirit after popular Secret Santa events end

Swapping presents with strangers on the internet is a favorite pastime for many Reddit users. After two popular holiday gift exchanges ended, bereft merrymakers are set on keeping the tradition going.

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5 hours ago Scott Peterson arrest months after Laci disappeared Christmas Eve may have been strategic: former homicide cop

Ted Williams explained why law enforcement officers don't always wait to find a body before bringing a murder charge, as in the case of missing Texas realtor Suzanne Simpson.

Events

5 hours ago Flight passenger goes viral for revealing how crew member 'saved' her with hack to relieve 'airplane ear'

While on a recent flight, a Kentucky mom experienced "excruciating" pain in her ears, which led to a flight attendant sharing the "hot cup" hack to help relieve her pain.

Technology

5 hours ago Middle East live updates: Israel to act against Houthis in Yemen, Netanyahu says

Rebel forces in Syria are building a transitional government after toppling the regime of President Bashar Assad in a lightning-quick advance across the country.

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6 hours ago Holiday shopping: Bay Area retail shows where some malls are empty and struggling, others are packed and thriving

Holiday shopping: Bay Area retail shows where some malls are empty and struggling, others are packed and thriving  ABC7 Bay Area

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8 hours ago 'Extremely concerning' discovery made by TSA officers at Los Angeles airport

'Extremely concerning' discovery made by TSA officers at Los Angeles airport  Daily Mail

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10 hours ago Brockton cancels holiday event for homeless students amid financial troubles

School Committee members said the city didn’t pay vendor invoices, which the mayor denies. The post Brockton cancels holiday event for homeless students amid financial troubles appeared first on Boston.com.

Politics

10 hours ago Holiday mail surge has some taking to social media to voice frustration on deliveries

Holiday mail surge has some taking to social media to voice frustration on deliveries  WAFB

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