Jimmy addresses the latest news, like Trump hosting the National Christmas Tree lighting at the White House, before performing a spoiler-free recap of Stranger Things Season 5 Vol. 1 with The Roots.

Whether someone is searching for a little Charlie Brown fir or majestic spruce, a good Christmas tree is the one that's perfect for their home and family, according to Zach Behrens, Carson National Forest spokesman.

The record for the tallest ever Christmas tree belongs to a tree put up in Seattle in the US at Northgate Shopping Center in 1950. That tree, which was not bedded into the ground as Cragside's is, was 64.6m (212ft) tall.

Feel the magic of the season tonight. The spectacular 2025 National Christmas Tree Lighting airs Friday, December 5 at 8 p.m. ET / 7

LONDON (AP) — London’s Christmas tree in Trafalgar Square will be lit up Thursday as part of a British tradition with roots in the Norwegian forest. The tree symbolizes the friendship between London and Oslo in an annual ceremony that highlights the history of the countries’ alliance.

The crown jewel of the U.S. Capitol’s holiday décor is officially shining bright as the 2025 Capitol Christmas Tree is lit for the first time this season.

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Melania Trump has continued a decades-old first lady tradition of visiting with hospitalized children for the holidays