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Latest Stories

The "pot of gold" St. Paddy's prep guide: Your ultimate sham-rocking checklist

Get ready to turn everything emerald green! Whether you're looking for festive touches, this guide ensures you avoid the pinch and find the luck of the Irish on March 17th.

Feb 23

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A look at Ramadan and how Muslims observe the holy month

For Muslims, Ramadan is a time for increased worship, religious reflection and charity.

Feb 20

MTA New Year's holiday subway, train, bus, LIRR, Metro-North service

The MTA has announced its service schedules for New Year's Eve and New Year's Day. Here are all the details.

Dec 31, 2025

Millions of lights enchant visitors at San Francisco's Botanical Gardens

If you're looking for a magical way to celebrate the holidays, Gardens of Golden Gate Park hosts an unforgettable event that will definitely bring light to the season.

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Inside San Francisco's iconic gingerbread house at the Fairmont Hotel

For generations of San Franciscans and Bay Area residents, the holidays don't truly begin until a visit is made to the Fairmont Hotel's gingerbread house. Towering in the hotel's iconic lobby, the larger-than-life creation has become a must-do seasonal tradition that draws families, couples, and visitors year after year to experience the magic up close.

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