December 3, 2024

NATION

Parts of the Great Lakes region saw new snow Monday and faced the prospect of even more this week after U.S. travelers battled harsh weather to get home after Thanksgiving, forecasters said.

WORLD

Many of us have felt it, and now it’s official: “brain rot” is the Oxford dictionaries’ word of the year. Oxford University Press said Monday that the evocative phrase “gained new prominence in 2024,” with its frequency of use increasing 230% from the year before.

BUSINESS

HEALTH

If you’re a candle lover, you have probably seen some brands offer soy or beeswax versions as natural alternatives to typical wax options. But are conventional candles actually bad for you? And if they are, how much better could the ones marketed as “healthier” or “nontoxic” really be?

ENTERTAINMENT

Ahead of the season 1 finale of 1923, Paramount+ confirmed that a second season of the show is coming. However, production on the series was delayed by the dual WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes, and as of the end of 2024, the new episodes are still in production. Still, that doesn’t mean that there isn’t a lot to look forward to when season 2 does begin. See the article for everything you need to know about season 2 of 1923.

TRAVEL

Overall this Thanksgiving, more than 15.2 million travelers passed through airport security checkpoints across the country from Tuesday, Nov. 26, through Sunday, Dec. 1

FOOD

Costco has introduced a convenient heat-and-eat green bean casserole in their deli section, aiming to simplify holiday meal preparations. This ready-made dish weighs nearly three and a half pounds and features a traditional green bean casserole topped with French fried onions. Notably, Costco's version includes red bell pepper, an unconventional addition that has received mixed reactions from customers.

NOSTALGIA

"Miracle on 34th Street," the cherished holiday classic, is available for viewing through various platforms, see article for details

FUN STUFF

TODAY IN HISTORY

WORD OF THE DAY

NATIONAL DAY