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FATHER'S DAY


Give your dad a shout out for Father’s Day

Life wouldn’t be the same without our dads, right?

What phrase will you always associate with your dad?

Just like a smell can take us back to a place in time, there are words that will forever be associated with people we love.

Missing woman made phone call to her husband as Surfside condo collapsed

In the early hours of Thursday, Mike Stratton, who was on a business trip, suddenly received a phone call from his wife back home in Surfside. Suddenly, he heard his wife, Cassondra, speaking frantically about their oceanfront condo building trembling.

The best ‘dad-vice’ you ever received: These 7 responses are just too good

With Father’s Day set for this weekend, it got us thinking about dads and advice: What’s the best lesson you ever learned from your father, or a father figure in your life?

5 thoughtful things you can do for your father that cost little to no money

If there’s anything we learned when we asked dads what they really want for Father’s Day, it’s that, often, expensive gifts aren't necessarily it.

What’s the best advice you ever received from your dad? We’d love to hear

As we approach Father’s Day weekend, it seems dads are on the brain -- and it got us thinking: What’s the best piece of advice you’ve ever gotten from your father?

What do dads really want for Father’s Day? We asked, you answered

Do you know what you’re getting your dad or husband -- or any similar father figure in your life -- for Father’s Day?

Why did it take so long for Father’s Day to be created?

On May 9, 1914, President Woodrow Wilson signed a proclamation declaring the second Sunday of each May would be “a public expressions of our love and reverence for the mothers of our country,” also known as, the creation of Mother’s Day.

Hey dads: What do you REALLY want for Father’s Day?

Calling all fathers, dads-to-be and paternal figures: We have an important question for you.

Shout out your dad this year for Father’s Day

Dads -- aren’t they just the best?

Golf gift guide 101: Take this quiz to score the ultimate hole-in-one on Father’s Day

Golf is a notable Father’s Day pastime that’s not going anywhere any time soon.

What should you get your dad for Father’s Day? This quiz can help you decide

Is your dad more sporty, more outdoorsy, more artistic or something else entirely?

Unique Father’s Day rituals around world

Some countries celebrate Father's Day a little differently than in the U.S.

Always with us: Ways to honor deceased dads on Father’s Day

For some, Father’s Day might not be a time to celebrate. Some fathers aren’t here anymore, and that might bring some sadness.

What your dad really wants for Father’s Day: 5 of the best ideas (all cheap or free!)

Father’s Day is almost here, but if it’s been a tight year, money-wise, just know that you’re probably not alone in feeling like you’d rather save the more expensive festivities for another time.

When do countries around the world celebrate Father’s Day?

Just like in 84 countries around the world, Father’s Day is celebrated in the United States the third Sunday of every June.

Submit a photo to show us what your Father’s Day looked like

What better time to show the fathers we love how much they mean than on Father’s Day? It’s been an interesting year, and although some of the country is reopening, many people are still staying home to stay safe. Because of that, this year might be a little different than others -- as far as the celebrations go -- but that doesn’t make it any less important. We’d love to catch a glimpse into your special day. Share a photo by submitting below.

What gifts NOT to buy on Father’s Day, according to one survey

For those who are stumped about what kind of gift to buy for Father’s Day, maybe one suggestion that could help is this: Start with what not to buy for the occasion. Coupon Lawn surveyed more than 1,000 fathers in the United States to see what their most unwanted gifts were for Father’s Day. The survey found that 46% of people buy clothes as Father’s Day gifts. The responses found that 30% of fathers dislike receiving these, even though 59% of people who get gifts on Father’s Day buy cards. Coupon Lawn said as part of its survey that $5.3 billion is spent on unwanted Father’s Day gifts, although that is half of the $10.5 billion the site said is spent on unwanted Mother’s Day gifts.

‘Dad, how do I?’ Man creates instructional YouTube channel for anyone who needs some meaningful father advice

Rob Kenney had a plan when he started his YouTube Dadvice channel: to pass his knowledge onto people who, like him, didn’t grow up with a father figure.

Grilling this Father’s Day? A breakdown, by meat, to help you decide what to buy

Grilling is about as synonymous with Father’s Day as the month of June, so you have to imagine that many, many grills will be fired up around the country.

What Would Have Been: US Open final round for Father's Day

FILE - In this June 16, 2019, file photo, Gary Woodland poses with the trophy after winning the U.S. Open Championship golf tournament in Pebble Beach, Calif. Due to the coronavirus pandemic, the golf to watch on Father's Day this year will not be the U.S. Open as is usually the case. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip, File)The golf to watch on Father's Day this year won't be the U.S. Open as is usually the case. There also will be no live baseball to watch this week from either the major leagues or the College World Series in Omaha, Nebraska. TRIVIA BREAK: When was the last time the U.S. Open wasn't played on Father's Day? TRIVIA ANSWER: 1975, when the U.S. Open finished on June 22, the week after Father's Day.

5 reasons why you might want to consider skipping a restaurant on Father’s Day

While restaurant reservation books are usually filled for Mother’s Day, there traditionally isn’t as much ink required for those same books on Father’s Day, according to one website. Father’s Day does see an uptick for restaurant activity, according to Womply, which said the holiday brings in 22% more revenue for restaurants. In fact, only 29% of fathers surveyed said they wanted to be taken out to eat on Father’s Day, according to Zagat. While they’re happy to spoil mothers on their special day and spend money at a restaurant, many fathers said they’d prefer to keep some money in the bank, Father’s Day or no Father’s Day. Cooking up some burgers or hot dogs is a joy for many fathers, and Father’s Day provides a great excuse to do exactly that.

When do countries around the world celebrate Father’s Day?

Here is when some other countries celebrate Father’s Day. RomaniaWhile many countries have Mother’s Day on the second Sunday in May, Romania reserves that day to have its Father’s Day. GermanyThis country coincides Father’s Day every year with Ascension Day, which is the 40th day of Easter. Jordan, Egypt and LebanonAlong with Kosovo, Syria and the United Arab Emirates, these countries celebrate Father’s Day every June 21. Scandinavian countriesSweden, Finland, Norway, Iceland and Estonia all celebrate Father’s Day on the second day of November.

Bizarre Father’s Day rituals around world

Here are some rituals and traditions other countries have when they celebrate Father’s Day. Germany"No women allowed" is often a theme of Father’s Day in Germany. NepalA ceremony is performed in which boys touch their heads to their father’s feet, while girls touch their heads to their father’s hands. Each Father’s Day in Mexico City, a 21K (or 13-mile) run takes place for fathers. South AfricaChildren often spend the day fishing in hopes of catching dinner for their fathers.

Why did it take so long for Father’s Day to be created?

So, what on earth took so long for Father’s Day to be a recognized event in the United States? The federal government certainly was opposed to the official creation of Father’s Day for the longest time, despite numerous initial attempts to have a Father’s Day established. For decades, Congress rejected attempts to make Father’s Day an official holiday, but slowly, over that time, that sentiment changed as the role of fathers evolved. According to the National Retail Federation, roughly $15 billion was spent on Father’s Day in 2018. No doubt, Father’s Day has come a long way from its surprising decades of resistance.

Dad angered over Father's Day cake kills 5-year-old son, prosecutors say

MILWAUKEE - A Milwaukee father is accused of fatally punching his 5-year-old son because the boy ate some of the cheesecake he had gotten for Father's Day, according to prosecutors. Travis Stackhouse is charged with first-degree reckless homicide in the child's death last Saturday. The Milwaukee County Medical Examiner's Office determined the boy died from blunt force trauma to the abdomen. A complaint said the 29-year-old father initially told police his son was injured after falling down the stairs. Authorities said Stackhouse became angry his children were eating his cheesecake, went to a bar and returned about 2 a.m., at which time the mother of the child called 911.

Why did it take so long for Fathers Day to be created?

So, what on earth took so long for Fathers Day to be a recognized event in the United States? The federal government certainly was opposed to the official creation of Fathers Day for the longest time, despite numerous initial attempts to have a Fathers Day established. For decades, Congress rejected attempts to make Fathers Day an official holiday, but slowly, over that time, that sentiment changed as the role of fathers evolved. According to the National Retail Federation, roughly $15 billion was spent on Fathers Day in 2018. No doubt, Fathers Day has come a long way from its surprising decades of resistance.

Bizarre Fathers Day rituals around world

Here are some rituals and traditions other countries have when they celebrate Fathers Day. Germany"No women allowed" is often a theme of Fathers Day in Germany. NepalA ceremony is performed in which boys touch their heads to their fathers feet, while girls touch their heads to their fathers hands. Each Fathers Day in Mexico City, a 21K (or 13-mile) run takes place for fathers. South AfricaChildren often spend the day fishing in hopes of catching dinner for their fathers.

When do countries around the world celebrate Fathers Day?

Here is when some other countries celebrate Fathers Day. RomaniaWhile many countries have Mothers Day on the second Sunday in May, Romania reserves that day to have its Fathers Day. GermanyThis country coincides Fathers Day every year with Ascension Day, which is the 40th day of Easter. Jordan, Egypt and LebanonAlong with Kosovo, Syria and the United Arab Emirates, these countries celebrate Fathers Day every June 21. Scandinavian countriesSweden, Finland, Norway, Iceland and Estonia all celebrate Fathers Day on the second day of November.

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