J.J. McCorvey from The Wall Street Journal offers advice for tipping around the holidays, particularly amid inflation and pandemic-related economic hardship.

Rachel Lerman from The Washington Post looks at the online shopping rush this holiday season, where even e-commerce giants are overwhelmed and countless orders are arriving late.

Seven months into the pandemic, there are still many unanswered questions. Jorge Ortiz from USA Today answers some key ones, like whether six feet of distance is enough and how to safely organize holiday gatherings.

Andrew Keshner from MarketWatch offers some gift ideas for those looking to disconnect from their smartphones and technology.

Elizabeth Weise from USA Today explains how to properly dispose of bows and wrapping paper after the holidays.

Security expert Lou Palumbo offers tips on how you and your loved ones can stay safe while in public during the holiday season.

Elizabeth Winkler from The Wall Street Journal explains how retailers can encourage customers to keep shopping at physical stores at Christmastime.

Don't get buried in a stuffed animal avalanche this holiday season. The Wall Street Journal's Ellen Byron gives you some tips on how to cull the herd.

Getting together with friends this Thanksgiving? That's called Freindsgiving and marketers are latching on. The Boston Globe's Janelle Nanos says Friendsgiving has real revenue potential.

Consumer advocate Christopher Elliot gives insight into how to navigate holiday gift returns.

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How situational awareness can save your life in a terror attack, what you need to know about holiday gift returns, and the real story of "Winter Wonderland."

What is the deal with Hatchimals? Rachel Rabkin Peachman from the New York Times has the story.

Jonnelle Marte from The Washington Post provides advice for the overwhelming number of consumers who spent too much on presents during the holiday shopping season.