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Thanksgiving Traditions: From Turkey To Parades And Football

Thanksgiving, celebrated annually on the fourth Thursday of November, is one of the most anticipated holidays in the United States. The tradition dates back to a harvest feast shared by early European settlers and Native Americans in 1621. The holiday, observed on November 27 this year, centers on delicious food and fun traditions. Here is a brief history of how some of these customs began....

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Thanksgiving Traditions: From Turkey To Parades And Football

"Fall Back!" Daylight Saving Time Ends This Weekend

Planning to stay up late on Halloween? Then you will be pleased to know that November 2, 2025, marks the end of Daylight Saving Time (DST). On this day, most North Americans will set their clocks back by an hour, gaining extra time to sleep or play. This simple change will also shift daylight into the morning, making it a little easier to wake up for school or work during the shorter winter days....

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"Fall Back!" Daylight Saving Time Ends This Weekend