The iconic American holiday dates back to the early 17th century, when the Pilgrims arrived in what is now the United States and only survived thanks to the Wampanoag Native Americans.
With a rise in the popularity of veganism and several animal rights movement, consumption of turkey is condemned by various sections. One of them was People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) as well.
On Thanksgiving Day, online spending in the US has reached an estimated $5.6 billion. Thanksgiving in the United States on Thursday marked the commencement of the holiday shopping season, with consumers and online retailers engaging in a digital commerce dance.