How Halloween is celebrated around the world
Here's a look at how the time around Halloween is celebrated in seven countries outside of the United States.
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Diwali will be honored as an official holiday in New York City schools
Diwali celebrates lightness over darkness and is celebrated by more than 1 billion Hindu people each year. It also has its own versions in the Buddhism, Sikhism and Jainism religions.
Wake Forest University Creates Immersive Virtual Lovefeast
For over 50 years, Wake Forest University has celebrated a Moravian holiday tradition known as Lovefeast.
Smartphone Data: Many Americans Ignored Thanksgiving Travel Warnings From The CDC
NPR analyzed data by SafeGraph to determine the percentage of people who stayed at their "home" location for Thanksgiving as well as the percentage who traveled 31 miles or more.
David Sedaris Reads From 'Santaland Diaries'
The holiday tradition continues. Writer David Sedaris reads from his "Santaland Diaries," recounting his time spent working as a Macy's department store elf named Crumpet.
Hanson For The Holidays: Tiny Desk Concert
Frantic time-lapse set decoration. An intrusive snow machine. Ugly holiday sweaters. It's time to hunker down and soak up a raucous and reverent Christmas party, courtesy of Hanson.
Is Your Thanksgiving More 'Norman Rockwell' Or 'Game Of Thrones'?
As we get bombarded by ads and advice to host the "perfect" feast, remember that traditions come from all kinds of families — and the bizarre mix of quirks and temperaments they bring to the table.
Diwali Dilemma: My Complicated Relationship With The Swastika
While most Westerners see the swastika as a symbol of Nazi Germany or white supremacy, it has been a symbol of good fortune in Asia thousands of years before Hitler.
Good News For Procrastinators: 3 Extra Days To File Taxes
This is all because of an overlap of federal and state holidays with the usual April 15 IRS deadline.