

Holidays

The Story Behind Juneteenth’s Famous Red Drinks and Food
Commemorate the significant day in history with red tea and snacks. Here’s why the color red is such a big part of the holiday.
The 4 Best Scenic Drives for Memorial Day Weekend
From Route 66 to Texas Hill Country, these Memorial Day weekend road trips make for unforgettable drives any time of year.
The History of How Leprechauns Became Associated with Gold
Folklore, literature, and archaeology all play into why leprechauns are often pictured with pots of gold.Christmas

6 Eco-Friendly Ways to Dispose of Your Christmas Tree
When it’s time to say goodbye to this year’s Christmas tree, don’t just dump it in the trash. Try one of these eco-friendly methods instead.
How to Properly Dispose of Wrapping Paper
Can wrapping paper be recycled? As you may have guessed, correctly disposing of wrapping paper can be a bit complicated.
25 Non-Christmas Things That Have Happened on December 25
Other momentous events have happened on December 25, like Washington crossing the Delaware and the birth of Jimmy Buffett.
12 Things You Might Not Know About “The Twelve Days of Christmas”
The actual 12 days of Christmas start on December 25—here are some fun facts about the song you can enjoy during the festivities.
25 Things to Look for During the 24-Hour ‘A Christmas Story’ Marathon
Watch ‘A Christmas Story’ in a whole new way—however many times you want—with these blink-and-you’ll-miss-‘em gaffes, anachronisms, and fun facts.
8 Famous Christmas Babies
Jesus likely wasn’t born on December 25—but these people most definitely were.
Why Do We Kiss Under Mistletoe During the Holidays?
The everlasting tradition of kissing under the mistletoe during the Christmas holiday season goes back to ancient times.
Quiz: How Quickly Can You Identify These Christmas Movie Staples?
It’s time to spread some holiday cheer as you enjoy these annual staples with your loved ones. How well do you know Christmas classics like ‘How the Grinch Stole Christmas’ and more?Halloween

This Recipe Is the Perfect Way to Use Your Leftover Halloween Candy
Looking for a way to make use of your leftover Halloween candy? We’ve found the perfect recipe to turn that leftover candy into the perfect sweet treat!
Here’s How Long You Can Save Your Halloween Candy Before It Goes Bad
If you store your candy correctly, you can stretch this year’s Halloween candy haul well into next year.
What Happens to Unsold Halloween Pumpkins?
The unwanted gourds can wind up in a variety of places, including your local zoo.Hanukkah

9 Holiday TV Episodes That Feel Just Like Classic Christmas Movies
You’ve seen the classic holiday movies multiple times. Now it’s time to check out these special TV episodes.Thanksgiving

45 Brilliant Uses For Thanksgiving Leftovers
Instead of pushing untouched stuffing and turkey into the depths of the fridge, try out these Thanksgiving leftover ideas to spread Turkey Day cheer a little bit longer.
Why Do the Lions and Cowboys Always Play on Thanksgiving?
Why do the Detroit Lions and Dallas Cowboys always take to the field for a Thanksgiving football game? Because it’s tradition! But how did this tradition begin?
47 Fun Facts About the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade
Yes, all of the celebrity guests lip-sync their performances during the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. Here are some more secrets from the seasonal spectacle.
10 Tips for Packaging and Transporting a Thanksgiving Feast
To prevent spilled dishes and spoiled perishables from ruining the meal, check out these tips for safely packing and transporting food to Thanksgiving dinner.July 4th

5 Unofficial Rules Native English Speakers Don't Realize They Know
It can be shocking to realize that we are able to follow rules that no one ever taught us explicitly.
5 Ways the English Language Breaks Its Own Rules
English, the language of Shakespeare and the internet, is often touted for its flexibility and adaptability. But with great flexibility comes great inconsistenc
77 Common Mispronunciations
You're going to be astonished how many of these you hopefully already know, but I'm sharing them because many millions of people don't. It's not Aw-ree, for instance, it's ah-wry (awry)
6 Grammar Rules You Can Break
We’re taking Strunk and White and grammarians everywhere to task in the latest episode of The List Show.Weird Holidays

Ask an Expert: Why Have Friday the 13th Superstitions Stuck Around So Long?
A folklorist explains why one of the world’s most famous unlucky days still has such a hold on so many of us.
29 Offbeat Holidays to Celebrate This February
The shortest month of the year still includes a lot of obscure, offbeat holidays to celebrate.
25 Offbeat Holidays You Can Celebrate in January
Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Eve may be over, but Thomas Crapper Day is on the horizon.




