Experts discuss the mental health benefits of celebrating holidays
Celebrating the holidays this year could give a much needed boost to your mental health, even if the celebrations don’t look like years past.
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Jobless claims show number of Americans out of work on the rise
Americans applying for unemployment benefits rose for a second straight week to more than 770,000
(CNN) New jobless numbers point to more and more Americans out of work as coronavirus cases continue to rise. According to the latest statistics, the number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits rose for a second straight week to 778,000. experts say it’s due to the continued burden on the economy from the coronavirus and a recent surge in cases….
Health experts warn against false sense of security from negative COVID-19 tests
Many people aren’t ready to give up their holiday plans and are trying to figure out how to together safely with loved ones.
Your guide to navigating those awkward political dinner conversations this Thanksgiving
Politics can leave a bitter taste in everyone’s mouth during Thanksgiving. How do you handle political conversations if you are with family members who strongly disagree with you?
Atlanta airport prepares for holiday travel during pandemic
For those Americans who are preparing to fly this holiday weekend, one of the busiest airports in the country is taking precautions.
Co-Founder of the ALS ‘Ice Bucket Challenge’, Pat Quinn dies at 37
The 37 year old who came up with the idea of the challenge died Sunday
(CNN) — The co-founder of the ALS ice bucket challenge has died of the disease he raised millions to fight. The ALS Association says Pat Quinn died at 37-years old Sunday. Quinn was diagnosed in 2013 with what’s also known as Lou Gehrig’s disease. The Association says Quinn’s ice bucket challenge raised about $115 million dollars to support its work….
Florida pet owner proves puppy love is stronger than the jaws of an alligator
For this dog owner it was his worst night mare come true, all caught on tape
(CNN) — A dog owner in Florida had his worst nightmare come true as his dog was taken into the jaws of an alligator. And he wasn’t going to let that gator win that easily so he jumped in to try to save his pup. Justin Kase shows us the scary encounter and how puppy love can sometimes be stronger…
Owlet hitches ride to the city that never sleeps in Rockefeller Center Christmas tree
The night-bird was spotted as the tree was getting ready to be erected in New York City for the annual tradition
(CNN) — A truck driver who drove a 75-foot Norway spruce tree from Canada to New York found something he said he’s never seen in person. The baby owl who was stuck in the New York Rockefeller Center Christmas tree. Michelle Brown has the story. Categories: National News
CDC urges people not to travel for Thanksgiving holiday
The CDC wants people to spend Thanksgiving at home, but have safety tips if you decide to gather
(CNN) — The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is advising Americans not to travel for the Thanksgiving holiday. The recommendation comes, as coronavirus cases surge through out the United States. The CDC says traveling right now could spread the virus from one part of the country to another. But for those who are still planning to travel,…
Pfizer, BioNTech to ask for authorization of emergency use of COVID-19 vaccine
German company, BioNTech, and its partner, Pfizer, will ask the U.S. on Friday to allow emergency use of their COVID-19 vaccine.
