One sure sign that the holiday season is on its way is the first time you spot Christmas lights. For many, the holidays are the most joyful time of the year, and some people are eager to decorate well ...

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Last night, the 75-foot Norway Spruce was lit at Rockefeller Center. According to its website, The Rockefeller Christmas Tree has over 50,000 multicolor LED lights (that’s five miles of string lights) ...

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Winter is approaching, and with each passing day, it gets darker earlier. But there’s a bright spot on the horizon: It’s time to decorate your home with festive holiday lights. Before you haul out the ...

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