Thanksgiving Volunteer Efforts in Philadelphia

On Thanksgiving morning in Philadelphia's Kensington neighborhood, St. Francis Inn serves its only meal of the day to the needy with the help of volunteers, including members of the Thoroughbreds Law Enforcement Motorcycle Club. The People's Kitchen in South Philly takes a different approach by providing to-go meals the day before Thanksgiving. Both organizations emphasize the importance of year-round volunteering.

Holiday Travel Chaos in the United States

Americans face potential travel chaos this holiday season due to storms, snow, delayed flights, and industrial action. Two major storm systems are expected to cause disruptions across the country, with service workers at airports going on strike for better wages and benefits. Despite the challenges, TSA is prepared for the busiest Thanksgiving ever in terms of air travel.

Tips for Hosting a Cost-Effective Thanksgiving Dinner

Tips for hosting a cost-effective Thanksgiving dinner, including sticking to familiar recipes, sharing responsibilities with guests, creating a menu before shopping, using coupons, and having leftover plans.

Thanksgiving Turkey Pardon

President Joe Biden pardoned Thanksgiving turkeys Peach and Blossom for the final time as his presidency comes to an end, upholding the annual tradition. He joked about their personalities and pardoned them based on their temperament and commitment to being productive members of society.

Thanksgiving Food Safety Tips

Fox News provides tips on having a safe and healthy Thanksgiving, highlighting three food items recalled due to potential contamination by E. coli and listeria.

Survey on Least Favorite Thanksgiving Foods

A survey conducted by vacation website The Vacationer reveals that nearly 35% of Americans consider turkey to be their least favorite food on Thanksgiving. Other disliked traditional Thanksgiving foods include stuffing, ham, sweet potatoes, cranberry sauce, and more.

Thanksgiving Week Travel Forecast

Thanksgiving week is expected to see record travel with nearly 80 million Americans traveling, mostly by car. Airports and highways are projected to be congested, potentially causing delays. TSA expects to screen 18.3 million people at U.S. airports, with Sunday predicted to be the busiest day. Air traffic controllers shortage may lead to flight delays. Remote work and changed travel patterns due to the pandemic have influenced the holiday travel period.

Cooking the Juiciest Thanksgiving Turkey with Darryl Postelnick

Darryl Postelnick shares his secret for making the juiciest Thanksgiving turkey ever by brining it in a milk and buttermilk mixture before grilling it. He also recommends spatchcocking the turkey for faster and more even cooking.

Affordability of Thanksgiving Dinner in 2024

Thanksgiving dinner costs have dropped by 5% this year, making it more affordable than in previous years. The true test of affordability is reflected in inflation-adjusted costs, which have improved due to wage inflation. Despite some increases in prices for certain foods, overall Thanksgiving meal prices have decreased, offering good news for shoppers.

Faith leader Robert Jeffress' message of hope and healing post-election

Faith leader Robert Jeffress of First Baptist Church in Dallas shares message of hope and healing post-election, discusses recent conversation with President-elect Donald Trump. Jeffress emphasizes the importance of gratitude and unity during the holiday season.

Thanksgiving Food Transportation Guidelines by TSA

The Transportation Security Administration has guidelines for carrying Thanksgiving foods through TSA checkpoints. Most foods can be brought through while others need to be checked. Leftovers must be preserved at the right temperature to prevent food poisoning. Some foods may not be suitable for consumption on flights due to strong smells.

Impact of Price Increases on Thanksgiving Plans

A survey found that 37% of Americans say their Thanksgiving plans are affected by price increases. Republicans are most impacted, with 47% affected, while Democrats are least affected at 29%. 25% of Vice President Kamala Harris voters and 48% of Trump voters say price increases affect their plans. Democrats are most likely to expect political arguments at Thanksgiving gatherings.

Various Topics including Thanksgiving, Winter Car Essentials, and Crossword Puzzle

The article covers various topics including Thanksgiving recipes, winter car essentials, and a crossword puzzle. It also includes information about the reopening of the Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris.

Thanksgiving Travel Weather Forecast 2024

Nearly 80 million people are expected to travel during Thanksgiving week in 2024, with rain, wind, and snow potentially causing travel disruptions across the United States.

The History of Thanksgiving: Sarah Josepha Hale's Influence

Sarah Josepha Hale campaigned for a national day of thanksgiving during the Civil War and wrote a letter to President Lincoln in 1863. Lincoln declared Thanksgiving a national holiday five days after reading her letter. The Thanksgiving story we know today was influenced by Hale's efforts.