Charles Schulz thought ‘A Charlie Brown Christmas’ was a “disaster.” CBS hated it. But it’s among the most beloved Christmas specials of all time.

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Funny enough, the most popular song was also ranked most annoying by adults in the United States. See what the most popular Christmas song is in your state.
It wasn’t always the most wonderful time of the year. In centuries past, Christmas was often violent, scary, and disgusting. So for all those Grinches who are skeptical of today’s Yuletide customs, be thankful you weren’t alive centuries ago.
Despite getting you into the holiday spirit, it’s easy for Christmas music to turn bothersome. Americans determine the 10 most annoying songs.
Myths about elves predate Christmas and Christianity itself.
A look at all the new holiday movies you can watch on Netflix before the month ends.
The feel-good family classic could have easily finished on a less wholesome note.
Kalle Anka, or Donald Duck, is a big part of Sweden’s culture. Here’s how a 1958 made-for-TV special made its way into tradition.
Having pets doesn’t mean sacrificing the well-being of your Christmas tree. There are easy measures you can take to keep your Christmas tree pet-proof.
’Tis the season to learn how to say “Merry Christmas” in many languages.
Don’t forget to leave your milk and cookies out for Santa on Christmas Eve. Now, just when did that tradition start?
So much of how we celebrate Christmas comes from the Victorian era, but it might be for the best that some of these traditions were left in the past.
Take a trip down dessert history lane with these tasty holiday recipes.
Following a gluten-free diet is important for many people, but following that diet isn't always that simple. Don't overlook these sneaky sources of gluten this holiday season.
You’ve heard of these food items in classic Christmas songs, but do you have any idea what they are?
Such was the success of 'A Christmas Carol' that the four festive stories Dickens published after it—some overlooked classics, others critical flops and missteps—have since largely become eclipsed by their better-known predecessor.
While Disneyland puts on a spectacle with its holiday festivities now, its first Christmas was less extravagant thanks to financial uncertainty and conflicting ideas.
The family photos people now send in the mail are much less creepy than the Christmas cards of yore.
It’s no doubt one of the most popular holiday movies to watch each year—but how well do you know it?
Whether it’s a fun, festive tradition or an extremely annoying event to avoid is up for debate.
Thomas Nast’s illustrations of Santa for ‘Harper’s Weekly’ shaped the Father Christmas we know today.
The history of Christmas carp and how to prepare it in European countries such as Poland and Slovakia.
Chocolate is chocolate, isn’t it? If so, then why does the chocolate you find in many Advent calendars taste so weird?
It’s time to revisit some of the Disney holiday classics we grew up with. How well do you remember these movies?