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. 

Hartsfield-Jackson hits holiday peak with 350,000 passengers on Friday

Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport saw a peak of 350,000 travelers on the Friday following Christmas, with winter weather causing hundreds of delays.

Hosea Helps feeds 1,500 people on Christmas as demand for aid surges

Hosea Helps volunteers fed 1,500 people on Christmas as the Atlanta nonprofit reported record demand driven by SNAP benefit cuts and financial strain.

2026: Things that happened 120 years ago

In 2026, the United States marks the 120-year anniversaries of several major events that shaped the nation’s history, innovation, and culture.

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.

Powerball's $1.7B jackpot could make Christmas Eve unforgettable

Does it seem like lottery jackpots get bigger than they used to? It’s true - the odds are tougher now after a systematic change. But one lucky player could still have an unforgettable Christmas Eve.

Buckhead toy store sees record holiday sales despite tariff price hikes

A Buckhead toy store owner reports rising holiday sales despite price hikes from tariffs as shoppers flock to local businesses on Christmas Eve.

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.

Holiday travel surge fills Atlanta airport with travelers

The holiday travel rush continues today as millions of Americans head to their destinations, bringing heavy crowds and busy terminals nationwide.

Christmas, holiday dining in metro Atlanta | December 2025

Here are some restaurants in the metro Atlanta area that are offering special menus or menu items on Christmas Eve and/or Christmas Day.

2025 Holiday Shipping Deadlines: USPS, FedEx, UPS important dates to remember

With the holidays right around the corner, you need to be sure to mail packages early to ensure on-time delivery. Keep these essential 2025 shipping deadlines in mind from USPS, FedEx, and UPS to ensure your cards and gifts reach their destinations in time for Hanukkah, Christmas, Kwanzaa and other holidays.

What's open and closed on Christmas Day 2025

If you’re in need of some last-minute groceries or gifts on Christmas Day, your options will be limited.