HOLIDAY
Why People Are Going on Holidays in the Midst of a Pandemic
Many seem to have maxed out their capacity to stay home, even as cases continue to dangerously spike.
Here’s Exactly What Black People Were Promised on Juneteenth 155 Years Ago
“An absolute equality of personal rights and rights of property between former masters and slaves.”
How Elf on the Shelf Became a Surveillance State Apparatus
It is a silent observer, a CCTV camera with pointy ears.
Why I'm Skipping Christmas This Year
"No one ever gets me anything, and I’ve never bought a gift for anyone in my life."
People Share Their Most Fucked Up Airbnb Stories
"The host led me up some pitch black steps to the door, and said: 'We have one rule: no speaking'."
17 Thanksgiving Desserts That'll Upstage Your Turkey
Whether it's apple pie, pumpkin pie, pecan pie, or all of the above, Turkey Day is ultimately all about the dessert.
Halloween Sucks in Your Twenties
Sorry to be a miserable bitch about it, but this ancient celebration of the dead is not what it used to be. And that's all linked to growing older.
Here Are All the Holiday Shows and Movies Heading to Netflix This Winter
An animated Santa origin story starring Jason Schwartzman, holiday-themed seasons of 'Great British Baking Show' and 'Nailed It,' and more.
Here's How the Weak Pound Is Screwing Your Europe Minibreak
Thanks for ruining my lovely holiday weekend in Berlin, Brexit!
The Truth Behind That Boozy 'Clown Brawl' on a Cruise Ship
We spoke to someone on the P&O Britannia cruise that resulted in a blood-soaked fight, two arrests and shame on the country.
British Club Promoters are Fist-Fighting Over Flyering Territory in Magaluf
A video shared on a Spanish newspaper's website shows the men fighting as a group surround them and cheer, "Come on!"
Japanese Workers Are Very Upset About Their Upcoming 10-Day Holiday
"To be honest, I don’t know how to spend the time when we are suddenly given 10 days of holidays," said one worker.