A few years ago, a comedy-horror film was released during December. If you’re like me, you might be shaking your head and thinking, “Horror films? During the holidays?” Yes. And it was rather strange. The film was called Krampus, based on the Austrian folklore story about a beast-like demon creature that [...]

As we consider how other people around the world celebrate Christmas, give Sweden credit. They are the original G.O.A.T. Or… they at least know how to build one. Since 1966, a 42-foot tall Yule Goat has been built in the center of Gävle’s Castle Square for Advent. And what exactly is a “Yule [...]

In just 11 days, we’ll be celebrating Christmas. Aside from the cute Hallmark films, it’s fun to see how the rest of the world celebrates the holiday. Whether you celebrate a religious festival or something more secular—you probably have a few of your own rituals or customs that makes this time [...]

In Finland, home saunas are popular. They’re as common as having a dining room. In fact, they’re considered the sauna region of the world. During Christmas, the sauna becomes a sacred space associated with long deceased ancestors. On Christmas Eve, it’s customary to disrobe and spend a respectful amount of time [...]

Ready for a mental pause? Let’s all take a moment to celebrate the app. Yes, believe it or not, December 11 is National App Day. It started in 2017 but no one knows who started it. Most likely some whiz kid in his parent’s basement. Who would have thought that the [...]

Today kicks of Hanukkah—otherwise known as “The Festival of Lights”—which starts today and ends Friday, December 18. Traditionally, a nine-branched candle holder is used during the holiday. Each night, a candle is lit. The root word of menorah is “to shine.” The Jewish holiday of Hanukkah has been celebrated across the [...]

If you have young kids, you know that leaving them behind can be a massive challenge. Whether it’s to go to work or to your first date night in three months, the kid will usually throw a fit, begging you not to leave. It can be heartbreaking, even if you’ll only [...]

Today is the day that, according to U.S. President Franklin D. Roosevelt, “…will live in infamy.” 79 years ago, the U.S. naval base at Pearl Harbor in Hawaii, was attacked by the Japanese, which prompted the United States to finally enter World War II. The more time passes, the less you [...]

What would be your guess if I asked you to name the oldest Christmas carol? Not “Silent Night.” Not “Away In a Manger.” And definitely not “The Little Drummer Boy.” In fact, it’s a song you likely have never heard! First, Christians have celebrated Christmas since at least 375 A.D., when [...]