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8 Books About Historical Cannibalism
You might want to skip dinner after reading these.
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.
11 Things You Might Not Know About Reindeer
Beyond their sled-pulling capabilities and discrimination against those with red noses, what do you really know about reindeer?
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.
12 Festive Facts About ‘A Christmas Story’
The holiday classic—which could have starred Jack Nicholson as The Old Man Parker—has cemented its legacy as a Christmas classic.
10 Dog Breeds That Have Changed Drastically Over the Years
These breeds aren’t what they used to be.
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.
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.
25 Surprising Facts About ‘Home Alone’
Discover these fascinating facts about "Home Alone," the John Hughes Christmastime classic about a couple of bungling burglars and a kid left behind for the holidays.
The 20 Most Popular Winter Holiday Destinations
Planning a holiday vacation retreat? Here are the top winter destinations to hit up, regardless of whether you prefer warm or cold weather.
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.
The 7 Worst Birthdays to Have, According to Moms
If moms had a choice, they wouldn’t go into labor around the holidays.
10 Facts About Your Favorite Thanksgiving Foods
From canned cranberries to the world's largest helping of mac and cheese, these fun food facts will wow your Thanksgiving guests.
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.
13 Old-Timey Turkey Terms to Bring Back This Thanksgiving
Use them while you're talking turkey.
8 Centuries-Old Etiquette Rules for Talking Politics
Keep these tips in mind when discussing politics during the holidays.
9 People Who Shaped Christmas
Historical figures like Charles Dickens, Thomas Nast, Washington Irving, and even Queen Charlotte all helped create Christmas as we know it.
19 Retired NBA Mascots
Some of these former mascots were beloved—and some have been gladly forgotten.
The 25 U.S. Cities Most Likely to Have a White Christmas
Northern states, such as Alaska and Minnesota, will likely see snow on Christmas.