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It wasn't always associated with the holidays.

The hardy plant’s ability to stay vibrant through the winter made it a natural choice for pre-Christian winter festivals, but why is holly now associated with Christmas?

‘The Carol Singers,’ a 1927 print by D.M. Wheeler.

These obscure Christmas songs from the early 20th century might become your new favorite carols.

In 1994, Coca-Cola introduced a soda for the grunge era. It left a bitter taste.

George Washington's preferred eggnog recipe calls for four kinds of booze—and none of them in small quantities.

Everyone thought Pleasant Rowland’s idea was terrible. Thankfully, she didn’t listen. Now there’s a new American Girl movie in development, making it the perfect time to read up on what you might not have known about these beloved dolls.

It's Barbie's world—and there are plenty of themed gifts to go around.

This holiday season, think pink with these incredible Barbie gifts for fans of the toy and Greta Gerwig's recent blockbuster.

You may want to think twice about sneaking a cookie.

A recent study found a link between artificial sweeteners in ultra-processed foods and an increased risk of depression.

Traveling with two sharp sticks can get a little tricky.

From a profane parrot to an exploding corpse to swapped (and dropped) bodies, the funerals on this list went terribly awry.

If you want to make the London Eye part of your British vacation, be prepared to wait.

If you want to get the full tourist experience, waiting in line is unavoidable.

The Yule Lads didn't always look like Santa.

Thirteen bearded wild men descend upon Icelandic homes to reward children who behave and punish those who don’t.

Make these for Santa and guarantee your spot on the nice list.

They look gourmet, but with help from a frozen ingredient chefs swear by, these cookies come together fast.

Good news! Wearing yoga pants may inspire you to go to the gym more often.

Got a New Year’s resolution to go to the gym more often? Here are a few tips to help you stick to your goals.

HSAs and FSAs don’t work in exactly the same ways.

The differences between HSAs and FSAs include how they’re set up, how much you can contribute, and who qualifies.

Several health ailments hindered the Tudors.

The powerful royal family was not immune to the many illnesses of the 16th century.

St. Nicholas and the dastardly Père Fouettard.

Père Fouettard, or “Father Whipper,” is a butcher whose favorite pastime is eating children. And hanging out with St. Nicholas.

Your favorite homebody is sure to appreciate any of the gifts on this list.

Liven up your singing of "The Twelve Days of Christmas" by subbing in these old—and occasionally strange—lyrics.

René Magritte’s surrealist masterpiece is his most recognized painting—but you may never get to see the real thing.

'Tis the season to watch your favorite Christmas movie.

How many states opted for 'Elf' over 'A Christmas Story'? Did 'National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation' get the shaft? Discover the topography of holiday movies here.

From smart speakers to fitness trackers, give mom the splurge gifts she really wants this year.

Stressed about what to give to mom this year? From fitness trackers to DNA testing kits, the best gifts for moms run the gamut, but they can help make her holiday season even more meaningful.