HOLIDAYS

Why Is It So Hard to Go Back to Work After a Vacation?

Lots of people experience the “post-holiday blues” or post-vacation depression. Here’s how to identify the signs and overcome the dread of returning to work.

David Schwimmer and Courteney Cox boogie down for the new year on 'Friends.'

18 of the Most Memorable New Year-Themed TV Episodes

Revisit classic New Year-themed episodes of beloved TV shows like ‘Friends,’ ‘The Office,’ ‘30 Rock,’ ‘The X-Files,’ ‘M.A.S.H.,’ and beyond.

New Year’s babies used to be showered with gifts and publicity. Not anymore.

The Fleeting Fame of the New Year’s Baby

New Year’s babies used to get showered with gifts and prizes, but today their fame is fleeting.

Jamie Kennedy takes the stage during a wayward New Year's Eve special in 2013.

‘Where’s Our Camera Guy?’: When Jamie Kennedy Hosted a Catastrophic New Year’s Eve Special

Kennedy’s infamous 2013 debacle might be the ‘Star Wars Holiday Special’ of New Year’s Eve broadcasts.

5 of the Best Cities for New Year’s Eve Celebrations

Want a New Year’s Eve party like no other? Discover which cities host the best celebrations across the U.S., according to a recent WalletHub report.

Why Do We Count Down to the New Year?

The ritual of marking time until the new year hits is a relatively recent phenomenon. It also has a lot to do with NASA.

Some dishes are worth passing over on the holiday.

8 Foods That Are Considered Bad Luck on New Year’s

If you’re superstitious, consider leaving these unlucky food items off your New Year’s menu.

6 Surprising Facts About Boxing Day

Boxing Day occurs on December 26, and continues to be a big day for shopping.

Can You Solve This Old-Timey Riddle? #18

This riddle dates back to the 1860s—can you figure out the answer?

What’s the Difference Between Flapjacks and Pancakes?

What is a flapjack? If you’re in England, it’s not a fluffy round cake made from batter and fried in a pan.

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.

See if you can decipher this twisted tune.

Tune Twist Quiz #22

It’s time to play Tune Twist, where we translate the lyrics of popular songs into multiple languages and then back into English. Can you figure out what the song is, or who performed it?

Say “thank you” now, return the gift later.

6 Simple Tips for Returning or Exchanging Gifts

There are many perfectly valid reasons for wanting to exchange or return a present. These simple tips should help point you in the right direction.

Elmo & Patsy - Grandma Got Run over by a Reindeer

How “Grandma Got Run Over By a Reindeer” Became a Holiday Staple

The song embraced a darker, more humorous side of the holiday. Plus, the singer knew how to hustle.

Where does the word 'poinsettia' come from, anyway?

The Origins of 13 Christmas Words

From worthless trinkets to misnamed chickens, here are the histories and etymologies of 13 Christmassy words.

This feel-good scene was just one ending the creators considered.

‘It’s a Wonderful Life’ Almost Had a Darker Ending

The feel-good family classic could have easily finished on a less wholesome note.

Menorahs are a staple of this festive celebration.

11 Illuminating Facts About Hanukkah

Every winter, Jewish people around the world spend eight nights lighting candles, eating latkes, and spinning dreidels. But what’s Hanukkah really all about?

Peppermint bark is both elegant and fun.

Making Peppermint Bark at Home Is the Perfect Holiday Activity

Surprise your guests with this chocolate and peppermint treat.

Airfares are often cheaper on the holiday itself.

10 Tips for Stress-Free Holiday Travel

While we can’t promise that your journey to grandma’s house this year will be enjoyable, we know of a few travel tips to make it less stressful.

Paul McCartney is simply having a "Wonderful Christmastime" ... but are you?

Why People Hate Paul McCartney’s “Wonderful Christmastime,“ According to a Musicologist

Paul McCartney’s “Wonderful Christmastime“ is both a song people love to hate and a song people love to love. Musicologist Nate Sloan has some ideas as to why the song is so polarizing.

It can serve all kinds of purposes you might not have expected.

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.

What Exactly is Christmas Tree Flocking?

There’s something so nostalgic about a well-flocked Christmas tree. Here’s how professionals manufacture this holiday sight for sore eyes.

14 Gifts That Changed the World

These gifts made a huge impact.

In Iceland, Christmas Eve is one for the books.

The Christmas Book Flood: Iceland’s Literature-Loving Holiday Tradition

Jólabókaflóðið, Iceland's long-running Christmas tradition, involves books, bed, and chocolate—all our favorite things.

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