According to Greek folklore, a group of tiny goblins, called kalikantzaroi, come out during Christmas hoping to wreak some ...

The Christmas tree, often an evergreen such as spruce, pine, or fir, holds deep historical and symbolic meaning, symbolising ...

But did you know that the tale of Christmas probably goes back to the ancient city of Rome? Yep, without the Saturnalia ...

Greece is steeped in fascinating holiday traditions, with its Christmas carols, or kalanda, being some of the most ...

A new book explores how Christmas in Czechia embraces ancient pagan and Catholic traditions despite its reputation as one of ...

The 12th day after Christmas Day is traditionally celebrated as the Feast of the Epiphany, but was known in Ireland as ...

Dan traces the unusual history of ancient winter folk traditions in England.

Discover how ancient languages, pagan traditions, and Christian influences shaped the names Yule, Noel, and Christmas into ...

The church bells still ring in Syria’s ancient Christian enclaves, but their sound carries a bittersweet resonance. Two weeks ...

Joe Burrow put much thought into his Christmas gifts this season. The former LSU national champion and Heisman Trophy winner ...