Trump just declared Christmas Eve a national holiday. Here’s what’s open and closed?
President Donald Trump delivered an early gift to the federal workforce, signing an executive order that effectively grants a five-day...
A center for homeless residents was set to close. Rick Steves bought it.
Travel writer and TV host Rick Steves was catching up on local news last month from his home in Edmonds,...
The Who, Chicago and ’80s galore: My favorite concerts of 2025
As many readers know, I’m on a mission to see all my music heroes live before they depart the stage...
How to Talk to Your Family About Politics Over the Holidays
The holidays can be a stressful time—and if you’re planning to spend it with loved ones who have clashing political...
More than 4,100 stores and restaurants are closing across the US this year. Here’s the list.
Zara's parent company, Inditex, said it closed 132 stores across its portfolio in 2025. Kevin Carter/Getty ImagesNearly 20 retail brands...
Expedia CEO Ariane Gorin on the fight to ensure AI doesn’t turn her brands into invisible pipes consumers never see
In today’s CEO Daily: Diane Brady talks to Ariane Gorin, CEO of Expedia Group. The big story: U.S. sending more...
Australia is reeling — and overreaching
Australians lack the First Amendment rights Americans take for granted, but free speech is a universal value, and the rush...
Pinterest Users Are Tired of All the AI Slop
For five years, Caitlyn Jones has used Pinterest on a weekly basis to find recipes for her son. In September,...
There’s one job nobody wants — no wonder this nonentity loves it
As we count our blessings this week, we can exult in the undisputed fact that JD Vance is vice president...
Blast Kills Three in Moscow Near Site of General’s Car Bombing
Three people, including two police officers, were killed on Wednesday by a bomb in Moscow after the officers tried to...
