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Krampus seems more suited to Halloween than Christmas.

Fans of 'The Office' may recognize Belsnickel, but you should also get to know other Christmas monsters like Krampus and the Yule Lads.

Miss Cellania




Huskies are known for their blue eyes.

Siberian huskies are known for their wolfish good looks, but deep down, they’re all dog.

Rebecca OConnell


Merry and bright Christmas lights.

From Thomas Edison’s ingenious marketing strategy to Carson Williams’ viral “Wizards of Winter” display, here are some facts about fairy lights to keep you warm throughout the season.

Liz Loerke




Not all Christmas songs are beloved.

The debate about banning “Baby It’s Cold Outside” rages on, but it’s not the only problematic Christmas carol to land on the do-not-play list.

Ellen Gutoskey






A 2000 reveler decorates for mutually assured nuclear destruction.

Nuclear war. Prisons unraveling. And using toilet paper for money. People were freaked out about Y2K.

Jake Rossen