Thanksgiving
Solutions to fix Thanksgiving dinner disasters
A list of tips and tricks for common Thanksgiving dinner concerns.
Tips for keeping your weight off during the holidays
As the holiday season approaches, so does the fear of gaining all the weight back that you lost for the summer.
Black Friday shopping prank (VIDEO)
The Black Friday shopping madness begins in less than two weeks.
Younger drivers more likely to nod off on the road
Younger drivers are more likely to drive drowsy at the wheel than their parents and other older drivers on the road, AAA finds in a new survey.
Travelers face high flying airfares for Thanksgiving
Some of the busiest travel days of the year surround the Thanksgiving holiday. And passengers still looking to purchase plane tickets will likely find full flights and high prices.
How to avoid packing on pounds during holidays
This is the heaviest season of the year. Halloween through New Year's tends to be the time when many put on a few extra pounds.
Is there still time to board your dog for the holidays?
You found a deal on airplane tickets. Your presents are bought and mailed. But what about Spot, man's best friend? How will he spend the holidays? WTOP has some tips on how to find a kennel as you finalize your busy holiday itinerary.
Don't let your Thanksgiving leftovers last too long
Forget about slapping leftover turkey between two slices of bread. The days of repeat and reheat are over.
What it takes to burn off a Thanksgiving meal
The average American consumes about 4,500 calories and 229 grams of fat on Thanksgiving, according to the Calorie Control Council. The average marathon runner doesn't burn off that many.
Tips for tackling the Turkey Bowl -- without getting hurt
Thanksgiving is the favorite time of year for many people, with its heaps of food, good family conversation and of course -- the annual backyard football game.
Don't let your Thanksgiving feast turn into a fire (VIDEO)
Is your cooking dangerous? We're not trying to insult your culinary skills, but you may be doing things in the kitchen that put your home and family at risk this Thanksgiving.
The common fears of throwing a holiday party
Jura Koncias, Home & Design Reporter, Washington Post
Giving thanks helps your psychological outlook
Count your blessings this Thanksgiving. It's good for you.
Why frozen turkeys might be a better option
There is a difference in how frozen turkeys are handled after they are butchered.
Where's the salt? Hidden in your Thanksgiving menu
No need for a salt shaker on the Thanksgiving table: Unless you really cooked from scratch, there's lots of sodium already hidden in the menu.
Why Thanksgiving is always celebrated on Thursday
WTOP's Kathy Stewart reports
Simple tricks to stay slim over the holidays
It may seem impossible to lose weight during the holiday season -- after all, the binge begins at Thanksgiving and often lasts through New Year's. But there are some tricks to help you lose weight that won't leave you feeling deprived.
Tips for defrosting, cooking turkeys
Fresh birds might be between 26 and 40 degrees when you buy them. WTOP offers tips for cooking both fresh and frozen turkeys.
Airport security: 411 on 3-1-1
With lots of people traveling for Thanksgiving, here's a look at what's allowed in your carry-on bag.
Shopping malls a holiday hot spot for germs
Read this before you take money out of the mall's ATM machine or touch that escalator.




