From wreaths to candles called “Frosted Midnight Forest,” stores are eager to pull you into the holiday spirit—perhaps sooner than you’d expect. This lighthearted opinion piece reflects on the subtle (and sometimes not-so-subtle) hints that Christmas is just around the corner.

Americans are shelling out more money than ever on McDonald’s, according to a new study. Convenience and delivery apps are fueling the spike, with fast-food cravings hitting consumer wallets especially hard.