When people wish others a happy holiday season or just say, “Happy Holidays,” what exactly do they mean? The “season” usually begins around Thanksgiving and lasts through New Years Day.

Perhaps a nod to her own name, the tree was decorated with blue and silver striped balls, as well as teal-colored trinkets, elephant adornments, and large shimmering snowflakes. The "XO" singer ...

‘Tis the season for some to take offense when a store clerk says “happy holidays” instead of “merry Christmas,” or when a coffee chain converts to plain red cups for the holida ...