Operation Christmas Drop, Christmas NFL Games, and What's Open Today

Seven nations' air forces collaborated in Operation Christmas Drop 2024, delivering over 77,000 pounds of humanitarian aid to remote Pacific islands in the DOD's longest-running airlift mission.

 

                
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A Georgia woman received a surprise trip to Paris for Christmas from her son after he discovered she had been studying French. (See Surprise)  

Hanukkah begins this evening, offering interfaith families a rare opportunity to celebrate "Chrismukkah," a combination of traditions from both holidays. (More)  

Christmas Island, an Australian territory near Java, offers a unique holiday escape with opportunities to swim with whale sharks and witness the famous crab migration. (More)  

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Quick Hits

➤ Italy's Feast of the Seven Fishes and Poland's 12-course meal are some of the Christmas dinners found on this list of global Christmas Dinner traditions. (See List

➤ Researchers in South Korea have developed a lightweight wearable "Iron Man" robot to help paraplegic users in walking and climbing stairs. (See Photo

➤ Everyone has a favorite Christmas cookie, and often it varies by geography. Here's a list of the most popular Christmas cookies in each of the  50 states. (See List

Animated features, holiday classics, and new favorites are among this list of family movies to enjoy throughout Christmas Day. (See List)  

Here's a list of 19 top destinations for New Year's Eve, perfect for those planning to celebrate the new year away from home. (See List)  

U.S. News considered attractions, accommodations, and dining options and put together this list of best places to visit in the U.S. for 2025. (See List)  

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Did you have any last-minute shopping to do on Christmas Eve?

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