The Christmas season is a wonderful time of the year. From its European roots in the Winter solstice to the birth of Jesus of Nazareth, Christmas is celebrated all over the world in many different forms and fashions. Below is a list of Christmas traditions that reflect the special meaning that Christmas has for all […]
“The President and I want to wish each and every American a very merry Christmas,” our 1st Lady said Wednesday. “We say a special prayer for those military service members stationed far from home and we renew our hope for peace among nations and joy to the world.” On Christmas eve President Trump and 1st […]
Germany is renowned for its festive Christmas markets. Below are 5 of our top picks around the country to awaken your holiday spirit at the last minute if you are traveling there, as follows; Lübeck (November 25th-December 30th) The Lübecker Christmas market next to the town hall. This Christmas market is one of the best known […]
Notre Dame kept Christmas going even during 2 world wars, a beacon of hope amid the bloodshed. Yet an accidental fire in peacetime finally stopped the Paris cathedral from celebrating Midnight Mass this year, for the 1st time in over two centuries. As the lights stay dim in the once-invincible 855-year-old landmark, officials are trying hard to […]
A recent study from the Journal of Environmental Psychology says research shows decorating for the holidays early can be good for one’s mental health. It demonstrates you are sociable and open to making new friends and supports a nostalgic feelings about one’s childhood. That same feeling of Christmas happiness is felt in holiday traditions. A […]
$DIA, $SPY, $QQQ, $RUTX, $VXX Stocks finished higher Monday, and wrapped up the month and year. Buying conviction was reserved during the session with no news catalysts or economic data to drive investors, that until the last minute buyers came in to drive the indices to near session highs. The trading session is over and so […]
$DIA, $SPY, $QQQ, $RUTX Stocks finished higher on the week, and wrapped up a disappointing month and year. The S&P 500 is off 7% in Y 2018 after peaking with a 10% YTD gainer in late September prior to the consolidation. The Fed’s tightening and heightened uncertainty into Y 2019 have brought valuations on the […]
The annual tradition of putting up a Christmas tree is a treasured in many cities around the world. Many have a special story, and all provide a little Joy to the people. Here are some the most beautiful Christmas trees around the world/ London, England The tree that stands in Trafalgar Square is gifted each year from […]
Silent night, Holy night, All is calm, All is bright Round yon virgin mother and child. Holy infant so tender and mild, Sleep in heavenly peace. Sleep in heavenly peace. Silent night, Holy night, Shepherds quake at the sight, Glories stream from heaven afar, Heavenly hosts sing alleluia; Christ the Savior, is born! Christ the […]
President Donald Trump’s approval rating went up 2 percentage points from last week to 40%, according to the latest Gallup poll released Monday. 55% of respondents disapprove of the President’s performance. President Trump’s 38% approval last week was tied for his lowest rating in the poll since last February. His worst point ever in Gallup polling is […]
$DJIA, $SPY, $QQQ, $RUTX, $XRT, $AMZN, $VXX The S&P 500 rallied 5.0% Wednesday from extremely oversold conditions Rebounding Crude Oil prices, strong holiday sales, and some short covering drover the S&P 500 to its best 1-day gainer since March 2009. The Dow Jones Industrial Average gained 5.0%, the NAS Comp gained 5.8%, and the Russell 2000 […]
$CMCSA, $TWX, $DIS, $VIA, $SNE, $AMZN, $FOX Robert Zemeckis’ dramedy starring Steve Carell came DOA on hammering by critics Robert Zemeckis’ Welcome to Marwen came DOA at the weekend in its domestic box office debut with a scant $2.4-M from 1,191 cinemas marking the worst opening of Y 2018 for a major Hollywood studio release. The film […]
America’s children can rest easy today, as the partial government shutdown will not affect how the US military tracks Santa Claus’ worldwide journey this Christmas Eve. In a Tweet, NORAD (North American Aerospace Defense Command) and U.S. Northern Command reassured children and parents everywhere that the Santa tracking mission will continue “In the event of a government shutdown, NORAD will continue with […]
$RACE Still at this late date, some Ferrari (NYSE:RACE) aficionados are wondering how to decorate the Christmas tree, some others have different ways to celebrate the Holidays. For instance, take the owner of the Ferrari 488 Pista that has been liveried in traditional Christmas colors of Red and Green. This track ready 488 Pista has perhaps the most seasonal liveries I have ever seen on […]
During the Christmas season here, many people attended Christmas themed activities in Dubai With the Christmas season just around the corner, why not start having a look at the Christmas themed activities coming to Dubai this Winter 1. Habtoor Palace Christmas Market The Habtoor palace hotel is hosted a festive Christmas market from 4 to […]
Every town across the US has its way to celebrate the holidays. So, this year check out one of these picture perfect American towns and holiday away from home. Leavenworth, Washington Like the idea of the world-famous Christmas Markets in Germany, but cannot or do not want to travel to Europe for the Holidays? Then […]
10:00p on Christmas Eve is when the risk of heart attacks peaks The Holidays and the stress it brings to many can be hard on the Heart. New research from Sweden found the odds of a heart attack spike nearly 40% on Christmas Eve. “Traditional holidays were associated with increased risk of heart attack. The […]
