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Crom Dubh na Nollaig looks incredibly similar to Krampus, pictured here.

Meet Crom Dubh na Nollaig, Scotland’s ‘Dark Crooked One of Christmas’

Scotland‘s Crom Dubh na Nollaig is a Christmas monster who scares children into behaving well.

The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City is one of the institutions fooled by an expert art forger.

8 of the Most Notorious Art Forgeries in History

Some of history's most notorious forgeries include a Vermeer that tricked a Nazi and a fake sculpture by Michelangelo.

‘Searching for Franklin,’ ‘The Indifferent Stars Above,’ and ‘Cannibalism.’

8 Books About Historical Cannibalism

You might want to skip dinner after reading these.

A giant Santa statue in North Pole, Alaska.

14 U.S. Towns With Christmassy Names

From North Pole to Bethlehem to Eggnog, here are 14 places in the United States with names that will remind you of the winter holidays.

11 Defunct Sports Teams

From the Macon Whoopees to the Piedmont-Westernport Drybugs and beyond.

Why Do Christmas Crackers Come With Paper Crowns?

Let’s crack the history wide open.

11 TV Shows That Changed the Course of History

These shows did way more than just provide entertainment.

The Ultimate Christmas Trivia List

Dazzle your holiday party guests with these facts about Christmas movies, music, traditions, and more.

Christmas trees are an essential part of the holiday.

How Did Evergreen Trees Become a Christmas Symbol?

Discover the origins of the Christmas tree tradition that brings joy to millions each season.

English bulldog today and English bulldog circa 1930

10 Dog Breeds That Have Changed Drastically Over the Years

These breeds aren’t what they used to be.

Eggnog is an old-fashioned holiday classic.

9 Olde-Timey Holiday Drinks to Whip Up This Winter

From traditional eggnog to boozy apple toddies, these old-fashioned holiday bevvies from vintage cookbooks will warm you up on winter days.

Said the little lamb to the shepherd boy ...

Talk is Sheep: Behind the Christmas Eve Myth That Animals Speak at Midnight

The Christmas legend that animals gain the power of speech on Christmas Eve has roots all the way back in the manger.

(L-R) Thomas Edison, Temple Grandin, and Charles Steinmetz .

12 Scientists With Disabilities Who Made the World a Better Place

You don’t have to follow science news to be familiar with Thomas Edison or Temple Grandin, who are just two of the many innovative scientists who have experienced disabilities and viewed them as assets.

You'd be surprised about a few of these theories.

Why Are Red and Green the Colors of Christmas?

While there may be no definite consensus on how red and green became the official colors of Christmas, there are a few interesting explanations.

Our closest evolutionary cousin, the chimpanzee.

7 Misconceptions About Evolution

‘Survival of the fittest’ is Darwin 101. But did you know that Charles Darwin didn’t actually coin that phrase? Let’s explore some common myths and misconceptions about evolution.

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?

The hustle and bustle around these events was next level.

6 of History’s Most Tragic Shopping Stampedes

Black Friday shopping may stress you out, but as these tragic shopping stampedes from history show, things could always end up looking a lot worse.

A historical landmark comes back to life this December.

Notre-Dame Cathedral Is Ready to Reopen Five Years After Fire

The long wait for the Notre-Dame Cathedral to reopen will be over in December.

Who Exactly Was D.B. Cooper?

The man going by D.B. Cooper hijacked a plane in 1971 and got away (almost) without a trace. Now, new evidence has been uncovered that might point to his identity.