The History Of The National Christmas TreeThe History Of The National Christmas Tree
The History Of The National Christmas TreeThe storied tradition dates back to 1923.
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We Lie To Whole Generations Of Kids About Santa, And That's FineWe Lie To Whole Generations Of Kids About Santa, And That's Fine
We Lie To Whole Generations Of Kids About Santa, And That's FineThe Santa Claus myth doesn't appear to do any harm — and it can actually help kids with their critical thinking skills.
New Zealand Takes Secret Santa To A Whole New LevelNew Zealand Takes Secret Santa To A Whole New Level
New Zealand Takes Secret Santa To A Whole New LevelThis year, almost 2,000 people are participating.
Why Isn't Election Day A Holiday?Why Isn't Election Day A Holiday?
Why Isn't Election Day A Holiday?Tuesday isn't exactly a convenient day for most people to vote.
Hold The Bacon: March 7 Is National Cereal DayHold The Bacon: March 7 Is National Cereal Day
Hold The Bacon: March 7 Is National Cereal DayYou can mark the occasion by digging in to one of these best-selling breakfast cereals.
Want To Get Your Research Paper Some Press? Tie It To Valentine's DayWant To Get Your Research Paper Some Press? Tie It To Valentine's Day
Want To Get Your Research Paper Some Press? Tie It To Valentine's DayIt's hard to find a connection between Valentine's Day and rare minerals or a new species of plant, but these researchers managed it.
The New Year's Eve Ball Drop, ExplainedThe New Year's Eve Ball Drop, Explained
The New Year's Eve Ball Drop, ExplainedMore than a billion people worldwide watch the ball drop every New Year's Eve.
US Uses More Energy On Christmas Lights Than Some Nations Do All YearUS Uses More Energy On Christmas Lights Than Some Nations Do All Year
US Uses More Energy On Christmas Lights Than Some Nations Do All YearThe U.S. uses 6.6 billion kilowatt hours to power Christmas lights each year. Countries like El Salvador and Honduras use less than that in a year.
Why Are All These New Christmas Songs So Depressing?Why Are All These New Christmas Songs So Depressing?
Why Are All These New Christmas Songs So Depressing?Several big-name artists surprised fans with sad, depressing Christmas anthems this year, including LCD Soundsystem and Miley Cyrus.
Apparently, It Really 'Tis The Season To Get EngagedApparently, It Really 'Tis The Season To Get Engaged
Apparently, It Really 'Tis The Season To Get EngagedYou're not imagining it. Everyone gets engaged during the holidays.
Why Does NORAD Stalk Santa's Epic Sleigh Ride Across The Globe?Why Does NORAD Stalk Santa's Epic Sleigh Ride Across The Globe?
Why Does NORAD Stalk Santa's Epic Sleigh Ride Across The Globe?The 60-year-old tradition started with a typo in a Sears advertisement.
Festive Films: Which Christmas Movie Made The Most Money?Festive Films: Which Christmas Movie Made The Most Money?
Festive Films: Which Christmas Movie Made The Most Money?Take a peek at the top five grossing Christmas films ever made.
Run, Run, Rudolph; Google's Going To Replace You With A RobotRun, Run, Rudolph; Google's Going To Replace You With A Robot
Run, Run, Rudolph; Google's Going To Replace You With A RobotGoogle's Boston Dynamics tossed some antlers on Spot to wish everyone happy holidays. It's not creepy at all.
Inside SantaCon, New York City's Massive Christmas PartyInside SantaCon, New York City's Massive Christmas Party
Inside SantaCon, New York City's Massive Christmas PartyThis year's SantaCon was a more tame affair than the drunken revels that made the convention infamous.
Toronto's 'Fashion Santa' Gets Some Hilarious Mixed ReactionsToronto's 'Fashion Santa' Gets Some Hilarious Mixed Reactions
Toronto's 'Fashion Santa' Gets Some Hilarious Mixed ReactionsSome people aren't sure whether to be naughty or nice to "Fashion Santa," aka Paul Mason, who poses as a chic St. Nick in a Toronto mall.
What Is Gelt? A Brief History of the Hanukkah TreatWhat Is Gelt? A Brief History of the Hanukkah Treat
What Is Gelt? A Brief History of the Hanukkah TreatGelt has evolved from chewy chocolate to consumer-conscious, meticulously crafted, melt-in-your-mouth money.
Out With 'Columbus Day,' In With 'Indigenous Peoples Day'Out With 'Columbus Day,' In With 'Indigenous Peoples Day'
Out With 'Columbus Day,' In With 'Indigenous Peoples Day'Native American communities are pushing for Columbus Day to be renamed "Indigenous Peoples Day," and several cities are listening.
Holiday Movies Pretty Much Cover The Whole Calendar NowHoliday Movies Pretty Much Cover The Whole Calendar Now
Holiday Movies Pretty Much Cover The Whole Calendar NowWith Julia Roberts signing on to star in the film "Mother's Day," you can binge-watch holiday movies spanning almost the entire calendar year.
What Are You Supposed To Do On The Summer Solstice?What Are You Supposed To Do On The Summer Solstice?
What Are You Supposed To Do On The Summer Solstice?The annual summer solstice occurs when the sun is at its highest point in the sky and the daylight seems never-ending in the Northern Hemisphere.
National Doughnut Day, One Of 365 Made-Up Food DaysNational Doughnut Day, One Of 365 Made-Up Food Days
National Doughnut Day, One Of 365 Made-Up Food DaysJune 5 was National Doughnut Day, created by The Salvation Army. But it's just one day out of more than 365 food holidays.
| Jasmine Bailey
Fleece Navidad! Christmas-Sweater-Wearing Sheep Saga EndsFleece Navidad! Christmas-Sweater-Wearing Sheep Saga Ends
Fleece Navidad! Christmas-Sweater-Wearing Sheep Saga EndsThe sheep found by the Nebraska Human Society wandering around Omaha wearing a Christmas sweater was returned to its rightful owner.
Top 3 'We Can Finally Celebrate Christmas' StoriesTop 3 'We Can Finally Celebrate Christmas' Stories
Top 3 'We Can Finally Celebrate Christmas' StoriesThis week's top three stories include a teen getting stuck in a chimney, kids calling 911 to talk to Santa Claus and some snazzy Christmas attire.
Where'd The Bunny Come From? Easter ExplainedWhere'd The Bunny Come From? Easter Explained
Where'd The Bunny Come From? Easter ExplainedYes, Easter is fun, and the candy and the bunny are all great. But what does any of it have to do with this Christian holiday? Newsy Explains.
A Krampus Story: Austria's Terrifying Christmas TraditionA Krampus Story: Austria's Terrifying Christmas Tradition
A Krampus Story: Austria's Terrifying Christmas TraditionBefore St. Nicholas' Day, Austrians take to the streets as Krampus, a demon who terrifies naughty children.
There's How Many Calories In A Thanksgiving Dinner?!There's How Many Calories In A Thanksgiving Dinner?!
There's How Many Calories In A Thanksgiving Dinner?!The Calorie Control Council released an estimate of the number of calories in an average Thanksgiving dinner, and the number might shock you.
Thanksgivukkah, The Rarest HolidayThanksgivukkah, The Rarest Holiday
Thanksgivukkah, The Rarest HolidayThis year, Thanksgiving falls on the first day of the Festival of Lights, a rare combination that won't happen again for nearly 80,000 years.
| Christina Honan
