Viral New Year reset routine is helping people adopt healthier habits
A new trend has offline hobbies replacing phones amid the new year mindset, backed by the science behind changing and rewiring habits.
Mummers parade results: Fancy and Wench brigade winners announced, string band competition postponed
Since 1901 string bands have had a presence in the Philadelphia’s annual Mummers Parade, but on this 125th year, participants experienced a first in their history: a suspension of the competition.
Mummers String Band competition suspended due to high winds
Strong winds caused safety concerns, forcing organizers to suspend the Mummers String Band competition on New Year's Day.
New Year's babies: Philly hospitals share photos of babies born as clock struck midnight
As the clock struck midnight in Philadelphia, life changed forever for moms and dads across the area who rang in the new year by welcoming their new bundles of joy.
What’s open and closed on New Year’s Day 2026
Whether your stocking up on supplies or want to get an early start on new year's shopping, here's a list of what's open and closed in your area.
Mummers Parade: Road closures, parking restrictions for New Year's Day celebration
Most of the traffic adjustments took effect overnight and won't end until the conclusion of the parade.
New Year's Eve celebrations and fireworks around the world
Watch live fireworks all day and ring in 2026 with New Year’s Eve celebrations from across the world.
New laws taking effect in 2026: What you need to know
A wide range of new state laws will take effect in 2026, bringing changes that impact workers, students, renters and consumers across the country.
New Year's Eve and Day in Philly: Road closures, SEPTA service changes
The City of Philadelphia and SEPTA are reminding people about road closures and service changes for New Year's Eve and New Year's Day, as Philadelphia prepares for a concert and fireworks show at Eakins Oval.
Philly's free New Year's Eve concert: Safety measures and preparations
Preparations are underway for Philadelphia's free New Year's Eve concert featuring LL Cool J and DJ Jazzy Jeff, followed by a massive fireworks display. Philly police explain the safety measures they are taking for the large event.
From '6 7' to 'Skibidi': 15 of the most-used Gen Alpha slang terms of 2025
For anyone dreading sitting across from their teenage cousin and feeling like the oldest person to ever walk the earth as families gather over the next few weeks for the holidays, this one is for you.
Some stores are charging for holiday gift returns: See the list
If you need to return holiday gifts this year, be ready to pay a price for avoiding return lines in some stores.
Kwanzaa kicks off in Philadelphia with unity celebration
The City of Philadelphia is alive with the spirit of Kwanzaa as celebrations begin with the lighting of the kinara.
Boxing Day frenzy: Cherry Hill shoppers flood stores for returns and deals
Shoppers returned to the malls on Friday, not just for deals, but also to handle returns after Christmas.
Here's what's open and closed on Christmas this year
Most stores and restaurants are closed on Christmas this year, but there are a few stores open with limited hours for last-minute grocery or pharmacy needs.
Pope Leo XIV calls for 'peace and consolation' in first Christmas Mass
Pope Leo XIV presided over his first Christmas Mass, calling for “peace and consolation" for victims of wars, injustice, political stability, religious persecution and terrorism.
Last minute shoppers take on Cherry Hill Mall on Christmas Eve
Shoppers flocked to Cherry Hill Mall on Christmas Eve to get those last-minute gifts.
Angel Tree wish from young Eagles fan in North Texas goes viral
A young North Texas Eagles fan will receive gifts from around the country after his Angel Tree wish blew up on TikTok.
Viral: Cousins surprise California grandparents with Christmas sleepover
What the video shows is the couple's grandchildren re-creating "Grandparents' Christmas" held in Los Gatos, Calif. – a tribute to an annual tradition of more than a quarter-century, which for several years had gone by the wayside.
Taylor Swift donates more than $2M in holiday gifting spree
Taylor Swift is in the spirit of giving. Multiple organizations are sharing they’ve received donations from the pop star – with some amounting to as much as $1 million.