Pope Leo XIV addresses 26,000 with call for empathy in Christmas message
VATICAN CITY (AP) — Pope Leo XIV during his first Christmas Day message on Thursday urged the faithful…
5 major trends set to shape travel in 2026
Traveling is no longer just about the destination – or even the journey. It’s about the experience you…
For this prominent Democrat, it’s family first, but policy disagreements linger with sons
Politics around the holidays can be challenging for families, and for some politicians, it can be even harder.…
AP photos of Christmas celebrations around the world
From Bethlehem to Beijing, people around the world are celebrating the Christmas season. A polar bear mascot boards…
Friendsmas and local community celebrations combat loneliness this Christmas
Our screens are brimming with commercials of happy families celebrating Christmas, but for some Australians the festive season…
Christmas Eve attracts thousands to Bethlehem
BETHLEHEM, West Bank (AP) — Thousands of people flocked to Bethlehem’s Manger Square on Christmas Eve as families…
What’s open, closed on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day in San Antonio
Major grocers such as H-E-B and Target will be closed on Thursday, Dec. 25 Christmas Day in San…
Gaza’s Christians try to capture the holiday spirit
Attallah Tarazi recently received Christmas presents that included socks and a scarf to shield him against the Gaza…
Christmas spirit returns to Bethlehem after ceasefire in Gaza
BETHLEHEM, West Bank (AP) — At midnight on Christmas Eve, the words of the traditional hymn “The Night…
Weather: Heavy rain, strong winds, then a sharp cool change for the week ahead
MetService said the front was expected to move on to the North Island from late morning, which will…
Financial controller who spent $289,000 on travel, Uber Eats spared jail
Transactions described in the police summary of facts and a determination of the Institute of Chartered Accountants Disciplinary…
Is the long summer break hurting our economy?
A ‘circle back in February’ mentality may be contributing to New Zealand’s stubbornly low productivity, writes Catherine McGregor…