Just a few years ago, scientists in Antarctica discovered a fruitcake that had survived for more than 100 years in the ice and cold, likely brought there by British explorer Robert Falcon Scott during ...

When columnist Elisabeth Keener and her family hosted an Italian exchange student years ago, Elisabeth got an authentic ...

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A joyful Christmas feast turned tragic when a man in Italy choked to death on a piece of sweet bread while celebrating with his family, authorities said Friday. A joyful Christmas feast turned tragic ...

The holiday spirit is bringing people together, with celebrations of lights, dance and Santa. In Photos The holiday spirit is bringing people together, with celebrations of lights, dance and Santa. In ...

Whether it's a carton of milk or a gift for your cousin who has just decided to come home for Christmas, there are always last-minute items you need to make your holiday complete. Several U.S. stores ...

Christmas is mere days away, and we are fully embracing the festive spirit. So what better way to get the Christmas vibes going even more than with our ultimate Christmas quiz? Whether you're planning ...

From department stores to grocery stores, most retailers across the U.S. close early on Christmas Eve and shut their doors entirely on Christmas Day — while others opt to cut back hours. But there’s ...

Christmas Eve is almost here, but now, you can look forward to the day as another federal holiday. President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Thursday, Dec. 18, making Christmas Eve (Dec. 24) ...

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Finest baked goods handmade by felons? You can order the traditional Italian Christmas cake "panettone" in a supermax - guaranteed to be something special. Moment 100-ft crewless 'ghost boat' drifts ...

Panettone is still the darling of the Bay Area’s holiday sweetbread scene. Classic versions featuring a soft, silky dough studded with raisins and candied orange peel abound, but the emphasis these ...