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Last-minute holiday gifts for kids: From fun to functional
From creative toys that inspire imagination to useful gear that makes life a little easier, we’ve rounded up the best holiday gift ideas for kids of all ages.
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Here's how matching family pajamas became a thing for the holidays
If you’re looking to start a new tradition, this one is as cozy and wholesome as it gets.
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68-year-old's living room side hustle makes up to $14,700 a week—it started with a Santa suit he bought for $550
Eddy Rich started his Santa Claus side hustle nearly three decades ago. Now, he and his son make money by selling personalized videos from Santa on Cameo.
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Explore the world's largest Christmas light maze!
California Live correspondent Blanche Shaheen visits PayPal Park in the heart of Silicon Valley, which has been transformed into a magical holiday wonderland. It’s all a part of “Enchant Christmas” in San Jose, CA. You’ll find the world’s largest Christmas light maze, an ice-skating trail, and so much more at this whimsical holiday destination.
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Salvation Army asks for toys, food donations to help San Diego families this Christmas
For decades, the Salvation Army has been helping San Diego families who may not be able to afford Christmas presents. But this year, the organization needs help. NBC 7 and Telemundo 20’s Karla Gonzalez reports on Dec. 12, 2024.
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Learn how to make a traditional Filipino Christmas decoration, the Parol!
California Live’s Jobeth Devera is with MC Canlas, the founder of the “Parol Lantern Festival” in San Francisco, learning about the history of this unique Christmas decoration for many Filipino families and how one is made.
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12 last-minute Elf on the Shelf ideas that are easy-peasy
Thinking of a new and creative Elf on the Shelf idea every day can be an exhausting task on top of the hustle and bustle of the holiday season.
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Follow these easy tips to keep your real Christmas tree in tip-top shape
Here are a few tips to keep in mind so your Christmas tree is as fresh as can be these next few weeks.
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Go inside the world of Hallmark Christmas movies with “Finding Mr. Christmas.”
The hilarious Jonathan Bennett & Melissa Peterman join California Live’s Jessica Vilchis to chat about Hallmark’s first ever reality competition series!
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Is Secret Santa stressing you out? Here's your holiday gift-exchange survival guide
Secret Santa gift exchanges among friends, family or co-workers can be a fun way to get in the holiday spirit. Or they can be just another seasonal stressor.
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Why we do we hang Christmas stockings? The history behind the tradition
Read up on the history of the humble Christmas stocking and get some ideas for thoughtful stocking stuffers.
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Family gives health update on widower who suffered stroke after donating his tree to Rockefeller Center
Earl Albert’s daughter-in-law shared on TODAY that he was able to have a “little watch party” of the tree lighting ceremony from his room.
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WATCH: Child psychologist breaks down how to talk to your kids about Santa
Dr. Eileen Kennedy-Moore, PhD, host of the Kids Ask Dr. Friendtastic Podcast shares advice on broaching the subject this holiday season.
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Should you tell your kids the truth about Santa? Here's what one expert says
As the holiday season rolls around, one of the most debated parenting topics resurfaces: Should parents tell their kids that Santa isn’t real? Dr. Eileen Kennedy-Moore, a clinical psychologist and creator of the “Kids Ask Dr. Friendtastic” podcast, sheds light on this hot topic in an interview with NBC.
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It's the final holiday stretch at the Biden White House. The theme is ‘A Season of Peace and Light'
The first lady welcomed National Guard families to the White House on Monday to be among the first members of the public to see the decorations.
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How to watch the 2024 Rockefeller Center Christmas tree lighting
The long-awaited Rockefeller Center Christmas tree lighting is set to take place Wednesday, Dec. 4. Here’s how you can watch the festivities on NBC and Peacock.
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White House decorated with ‘peace and light' for 2024 holiday season
The 2024 White House holiday decorations include 83 Christmas trees and more than 28,000 ornaments.
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A Hallmark movie inspired by Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce? Sort of
The NFL and Hallmark teamed up for the film “Holiday Touchdown: A Chiefs Love Story,” which features cameos by Donna Kelce and several Chiefs stars.
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WATCH: White House Christmas tree received by Jill Biden for the last time
First Lady Jill Biden received this year’s White House Christmas tree, named “Tree-mendous,” on Monday from a farm in North Carolina that was devastated by Hurricane Helene
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North Carolina Christmas tree selected for White House
A 19-foot-tall Frasier fir from Cartner’s Christmas Tree Farm in Newland, North Carolina, was selected to be the White House Christmas tree.