Top 10 Most Popular Christmas Day Activities ... According to a new survey by Daily Jang

1. Open presents

2. Eat Christmas dinner

3. Watch the King's speech

4. Play board games

5. Prefer Christmas dinner at 2pm (26%)

6. Watch "Home Alone"

7. Watch "Elf"

8. Watch "Love Actually"

9. Listen to Wham!'s "Last Christmas"

10. Listen to Fairytale of New York by The Pogues and Mariah Carey's "All I Want for Christmas Is You"

Monday Morning Mystery - FOR WHAT IT'S WORTH BUFFALO SPRINGFIELD #7 in 1967 STEPHEN STILLS NEIL YOUNG RICHIE FURAY

All-star rock band formed in Los Angeles, California: Stephen Stills (vocals, guitar), Neil Young and Richie Furay (guitars), Bruce Palmer (bass) and Dewey Martin (drums). Jim Messina replaced Palmer after second album. Disbanded in 1968. Stills and Young with Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young . Furay and Messina formed Poco . Palmer died of a heart attack on 10/4/2004 (age 58). Martin died on 1/31/2009 (age 68). AWARD: R&R Hall of Fame: 1997

Top 10 Things Kids Get Excited About During the Holidays … According to a new survey by Talker Research

Gifts – 81%

Holiday lights/decorations – 72%

Holiday foods/treats – 67%

Winter break/time off school – 66%

Holiday entertainment – 62%

Family traditions – 60%

Snow – 52%

Outdoor activities – 51%

Staying up past their typical bedtime – 44%

Seeing extended family – 43%

A new survey by Travelodge reveals that 36% of people have accidentally spoiled their own Christmas present surprise by walking in on the wrapping process. Other findings:

- 52% of adults wish they had more privacy while wrapping gifts

- 40% of parents worry about their kids finding out what they've received early

- 33% of people feel that discovering presents before the big day ruins the magic of Christmas

- 26% of people would consider booking a hotel room for extra privacy while wrapping gifts
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If you're still putting up holiday decorations, or if you're a procrastinator who hasn't started yet, here's a reminder to be very careful doing it. According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission, nearly 160 people are injured every day while putting up holiday decorations, resulting in thousands of hospitalizations. And those numbers have been ticking up each year. More than half of the injuries are from falls. Others are from slips, trips, burns, shocks, scrapes, and cuts. And, of course, some are the result of decorating while under the influence of alcohol.
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Cruise Hive says MSC Cruises recently banned smart glasses, including Ray-Ban Meta glasses, in public areas. The cruise line is prioritizing passenger privacy and wants to prevent secret recordings from taking place. Guests risk having their devices confiscated if caught wearing them in shared spaces.
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To celebrate National Syrup Day on Wednesday (December 17th), Denny’s is dropping some wildly impractical high-top sneakers filled with real syrup sealed into clear side panels. The $195 “Sticky Kicks,” available in adult sizes 8 to 13, feature syrup-colored patent leather, bright yellow accents, and classic Denny’s branding, and go on sale at noon exclusively on DinerDrip.com with early access for rewards members. Designed by footwear artist Mache, the shoes are meant to be equal parts streetwear and diner art. Just don’t get hungry, because the syrup is strictly for looks and absolutely not for eating.
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Trendhunter says Bud Light is brewing beer that contains snow from NFL stadiums. The Bud Light Blizzard Brew is a limited edition beer that features snow from the Buffalo Bills’ Highmark Stadium. The snow was sourced after this season's first snowfall.
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Reese’s Puffs cereal is getting a new flavor for the first time. The combo of peanut butter and Hershey’s milk chocolate debuted in 1994 and until now there have been no changes or new editions. General Mills decided to shift gears and add Reese’s Puffs Dark Chocolate Naturally Flavored cereal to the franchise. To promote the cereal, that’s now on shelves, the brand has partnered with Vault49 to introduce “Reese’s After Dark,” a new glow-in-the-dark chocolate universe that can be found on the back of the box. Cut the lights off to bring the universe to life, where you’ll find glowing UFO-shaped Reese’s Cups, secret neon messages, and more.
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WUSA says 1,435 couples recently gathered in Washington, D.C. to break the world record for the most couples kissing simultaneously under a mistletoe. They beat the previous record of 480. Couples had to kiss for five seconds under the mistletoe to qualify
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The Sun says a Germantown, Maryland family is facing daily $50 fines for their festive holiday decorations which include lights, nutcracker statues, and a Nativity scene. Their HOA says the display is in violation of nuisance rules. Homeowner Pahan Salgado defended the display, stating it doesn't disrupt or disturb neighbors and is strictly within property lines. Neighbors who appreciate the lights wonder why the HOA is targeting the family.
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The NY Post says Chandler, Arizona celebrates Christmas with a unique tumbleweed tree. Residents collect 2,000 tumbleweeds and then shape them with a chicken wire mold. The tumbleweed tree is covered in 25 gallons of paint, 65 pounds of glitter and 20 gallons of fire retardant. The 35-foot tree lights up with 1,200 colorful lights. The Tumbleweed Tree tradition dates back to 1957
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NBC says two reindeer recently ran wild along the 5 Freeway in San Fernando, California. One deer was hit by a vehicle while the other ran off. The reindeer that was struck is okay and was caught by his owner. No word on what happened to the other reindeer
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WDAM says a woman in Hattiesburg, Mississippi recently crashed into a roundabout Christmas tree. The tree was also hit in 2022 and toppled by a car crash. The roundabout has been closed.
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WSB says a Henry County, Georgia couple recently trashed a Dollar General after disputing the price of aluminum foil. The couple argued with a clerk and then got belligerent because they thought the foil cost too much. They threatened the clerk and trashed the store Cops are looking for the customers.
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A Delaware man made it very easy for police to catch him after he stole a car. On Tuesday, police in New Castle got a report that a Hyundai Sonata had been stolen after the owner left it running outside. The next day, 21-year-old Kayonne Baxter called police himself, admitted he stole the car, but said it had been towed and that he wanted to get his belongings out of it. Police arrested Baxter on the same street where the car was taken. He was charged with felony vehicle theft and later released after being arraigned; no word on if he got his stuff back.