It’s the thought that counts, but a woman has been left wondering what exactly she’s received as a secret Santa present. The “baffling” gift, which was given to her by an anonymous colleague, was so disturbing that she admitted: “To be honest, I’m disgusted by it.” But she’s also not sure if she being “ungrateful” … Read more
Kate Middleton shared a hopeful and inspiring message for her Christmas carol service after battling cancer. According to The Sun, the Princess of Wales, 42, recorded the message as part of her annual “Together at Christmas” service that she hosted earlier this month and will be televised on Christmas Eve. Kate Middleton at her 2024 Christmas carol … Read more
Over half of Americans have needed to use their “resting gift face” (RGF) during the holidays — masking their disappointment with a poorly presented gift. The poll of 2,000 U.S. adults who celebrate winter holidays looked at the phenomenon of “resting gift face” RGF, which is the expression someone gives — intentionally or unintentionally — … Read more
Sydney mom Kirsty Stead used to allow her son to charge his e-bike right next to him in his room overnight. Now that she knows what can happen, she wouldn’t do it even in her worst nightmares. “I shudder to think how my son charged his bike in his bedroom every night, as he slept,” she said. … Read more
The holidays are stressful enough without worrying about checking off all the items on your child’s endless wish list and managing their disappointment when all they wanted isn’t under the tree … well, how would you even wrap a hippopotamus? But many parents have added anxiety regarding how their children will handle opening presents — … Read more
At Alexa, Patty has lined up covers with J Balvin, Sarah Paulson, Shania Twain, Ariana DeBose, Anya Taylor-Joy, Nick and Joe Jonas and Machine Gun Kelly, and has written Favorite Things columns with stars such as Alicia Keys, Jessica Alba, Naomi Watts and Patricia Field. She has booked celebrity guests for TV shows for MSNBC … Read more
A 17-year-old teenager is making over $19K a month with his personalized sticker business, thanks to a craft kit he got for Christmas from his mom. Caelan McDonald was given a $191.37 Cricut Joy – a digital drawing, cutting, and printing machine – for Christmas two years ago by mom Karen Newsham, 49. He started … Read more
A reunion worth recording. A couple’s 1966 wedding vinyl recording was reunited with its rightful owners after being mistakenly sold at a Texas thrift store. Katie Ornelas bought a record from a thrift store in Austin and was surprised when she opened “The Modern Jazz Quartet at Music Inn” slip to find “Phil’s and Donna’s … Read more
This will be one happy meal for Swifties. McDonald’s has debuted a new value meal seemingly inspired by the friendship bracelets exchanged at Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour. The “Bestie Bundle,” which rings in at $13 CAD plus tax, includes two of everything — Junior Chicken sandwiches, small fries and small fountain drinks — perfect for splitting with … Read more
“Animal Farm,” “Snakes in Suits: When Psychopaths Go to Work” and “MI6 Spy Skills for Civilians” rank among the most eccentric books to give as a gift, according to a recent survey. In time for the holiday season, the survey of 2,000 American readers looked at book gifting trends, including some of the strangest books … Read more
Josh Allen and Hailee Steinfeld had to think on their feet to avoid accidentally cursing each other with their Christmas gifts last year. The Bills’ star quarterback and the actress have been together since last year, but there came a point where Allen apparently expressed some concern that measures had to be taken to avoid … Read more
Beggars can’t be choosers — unless it’s your wedding day. Many newlyweds are opting out of traditional cash-fund gifts and adding the option of helping to pay for a home purchase instead. Wedding resource websites like The Knot and Zillow Home Loans found that 55% more couples are adding a “home fund” to their wedding … Read more
Paul Skenes may be just as good at gift-giving as he is on the mound. The Pirates phenom gave his girlfriend, LSU gymnast Olivia “Livvy” Dunne, a customized Topps baseball card of her and their dog Roux. Dunne, who turned 22 on Tuesday, took to Snapchat to show off her special present. Livvy Dunne gets … Read more
Parents are paying it forward. While TikTok trends often get a bad rap, one viral movement is making it cool to be kind — and cashed-strapped mamas are the beneficiaries. Denaesha Gonzales, a mother based in Nashville, Tennessee, pioneered the new trend after shopping for baby items earlier this month. In a 17-second TikTok clip, … Read more
Their presence is the present, sweetie. Showing up to a wedding empty-handed is no longer a déclassé “don’t” thanks to ungenerous Gen Z’s who’ve shamelessly abandoned gift-giving. And their refusal to break the bank is breaking one bride’s heart. “[I] recently had a wedding and had probably 70% of guests not give a gift/a card,” … Read more
The Nevada Burger King cook who received a measly gift from management for his nearly 30 years of fast food service without ever missing a day is starting a new venture in the culinary industry. Kevin Ford plans to open a food truck with his daughter after he received more than $400,000 from a fundraising … Read more
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry did not arrive in Colombia empty-handed as they showered the country’s Vice President Francia Márquez with mystery gifts upon arrival. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex touched down in the South American country Thursday to kick off their four-day trip. After arriving in the capital city of Bogotá, the “Suits” … Read more
A spoonful of luxury helps the medicine go down. One pricey NYC hospital reportedly charging multiple times the going rate per birth in the US is raising eyebrows over the lavish post-partum practice of doling out Chanel gift bags to lucky mothers. Past guests of New York-Presbyterian Alexandra Cohen Hospital for Women and Newborns at Weill … Read more
New York Post may be compensated and/or receive an affiliate commission if you buy through our links. As if the anxiety of getting to the Hamptons, Hudson Valley, Berkshires, Jersey Shore or a plethora of other destinations for a weekend away from one’s normal life isn’t enough, there’s the added agita of the hostess gift. … Read more
At least they’re not showing up empty-handed for a change. Loose change and a few of bucks rarely meet the standard as a satisfactory big day gift. But a cheeky pair of considerate wedding crashers’ small offering became a big hit a Virginia bride and groom’s recent nuptials. Brother of the bride, Ben Carroll, shared visuals … Read more