Younger drinkers go booze-free, but not everyone's toasting the holiday mocktail takeover

Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins announced on CNBC that Americans can expect 'real relief' regarding affordability in the near future, highlighting ongoing efforts to address rising food prices and inflation. This statement comes as part of a broader initiative to improve economic conditions for consumers.

Nearly 20 million travelers are expected to pass through TSA checkpoints this week, marking one of the busiest Thanksgiving travel periods in 15 years, according to the Department of Transportation's flight forecast. The surge in air travel is anticipated to occur during the seven-day period starting November 23, 2025.

The flu season has begun earlier than expected in several regions of the United States, raising alarms among healthcare professionals about a potential surge in cases as millions prepare to travel for Thanksgiving and other holidays. Doctors are particularly concerned about the implications of increased gatherings during this time.

President Trump’s advisers are considering a proposal to implement income caps for enrollees of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) to qualify for enhanced healthcare subsidies, aiming to prevent sharp increases in health insurance costs for millions of Americans next year. This discussion is central to ongoing negotiations following a recent government shutdown.

The recent government shutdown has ended, allowing flights to resume just in time for the Thanksgiving holiday. However, travelers may still experience anxiety due to the disruptions caused by the shutdown, which led to widespread flight cancellations and delays.

The Thanksgiving holiday rush is anticipated to set new records, with AAA estimating that 82 million Americans will travel at least 50 miles from November 23 to December 1, 2025. This surge in travel is expected despite potential disruptions from two forecasted storm systems bringing snow and rain across the country.

President Trump commenced Thanksgiving week with the traditional turkey pardon ceremony at the White House, a festive event that highlights the holiday spirit. The First Lady engaged the public by inviting them to vote on names for the pardoned turkeys through social media platforms.

President Trump highlighted Walmart's promotion of lower grocery prices as evidence of his administration's success in reducing the cost of living ahead of Thanksgiving. However, economists caution that holiday food prices are unpredictable and largely depend on consumer shopping behavior.