Mega Millions jackpot tops $1B; what's open and closed on Christmas | Morning News Brief

Merry Christmas! Here's a look at some of our top headlines for the holiday on December 25:

1. Mega Millions drawing: Jackpot tops $1B after no big winner

(Photo by Tayfun Coskun/Anadolu Agency via Getty Images)

(Photo by Tayfun Coskun/Anadolu Agency via Getty Images)

Mega Millions left a lump of coal in players' stockings for last night's big Christmas Eve drawing, but the good news is that a much bigger prize is now up for grabs! Read more.

2. What's open and closed on Christmas 2024

If you find yourself in need of some last-minute groceries or gifts on Christmas Day, you may be out of luck. Most stores, restaurants and other businesses are closed on Christmas Day to give workers a chance to spend time with their own families, but there are a few you’ll find with their doors open (albeit with limited hours). Read more.

3. Restaurants open on Christmas Day 2024

If cooking isn’t in the cards for the Christmas holiday, there's no shortage of restaurants serving meals on Christmas Day. As always, hours can vary by location, but here is a list of some major restaurants whose doors will be open: Read more.

4. Here’s where you can stream your favorite Christmas movies

With the explosion of streaming services like Netflix, Hulu, and Tubi, finding where your favorite holiday films are available can sometimes feel like hunting for a needle in a haystack. Whether you're in the mood for a nostalgic family favorite or a new holiday release, here’s a look at where you can find many holiday films, saving you the hassle of scrolling endlessly through menus. Read more.

5. Top ‘unique’ Christmas cookies by state, according to Google

Sugar, thumbprint and gingerbread; these are some of the more common cookie recipes some may think of during the holidays. While those classic flavors are tried and true and Santa certainly seems to like them, some Americans like to shake things up during the holidays and venture to try a more unique cookie recipe. Read more.
 

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