'Office Christmas Party' Is King Among Raunchy Christmas Movies
Taking the No. 2 spot this week is the one movie all employed adults can relate to. "Office Christmas Party" brought in an estimated $17.5 million.
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The History Of The National Christmas Tree
The storied tradition dates back to 1923.
We Lie To Whole Generations Of Kids About Santa, And That's Fine
The Santa Claus myth doesn't appear to do any harm — and it can actually help kids with their critical thinking skills.
New Zealand Takes Secret Santa To A Whole New Level
This year, almost 2,000 people are participating.
Different Table, Different Story: Let's Talk Thanksgiving Traditions
From turkey (roasted or fried) to cranberry sauce (canned or fresh), some Thanksgiving traditions are quintessential.
Since The First Thanksgiving, American Food Has Been Immigrant Food
In this episode of "Americanize Me," we head to Plymouth to learn the immigrant history of the Thanksgiving dinner.
Why Isn't Election Day A Holiday?
Tuesday isn't exactly a convenient day for most people to vote.
Why Do We Like Getting Scared?
Parts of our innate fight-or-flight response can also cause feelings of pleasure.
Americans Have Italian Food All Wrong
Italian food has become a huge part of American culture, but our visit to this NYC restaurant shows we've had it wrong all this time.
A Real Salem Witch Tells Us What Pop Culture Gets Wrong (And Right)
Teri Kalgren educates the public about what it's like to be a modern witch.
We Know What The Middle Finger Means, But Where Did It Come From?
The one-finger salute might be humanity's longest-running insult gesture.
These Haunted Destinations Will Scare The Pants Off Of You
From a New Orleans cemetery to a California mansion with staircases to nowhere, haunted places are all over the U.S.
Brace Yourselves: Girl Scouts Just Announced New Cookies
The new additions commemorate the 100th anniversary of the organization's cookie sales.
Here's Why You Should Be Eating Ice Cream Right Now
We have a former president to thank for National Ice Cream Month (and Day).
Photography Legend Bill Cunningham Dies At Age 87
Cunningham once said, "If we all went out looking like slobs, like me, it'd be a pretty dreary world."
Italy Wants Neapolitan Pizza UNESCO-Protected; World Rejoices
Italy has applied to the United Nations organization to protect the cultural heritage of the art of Neapolitan pizza making.
Hold The Bacon: March 7 Is National Cereal Day
You can mark the occasion by digging in to one of these best-selling breakfast cereals.
How Do I Save Money On My Electric Bill?
Depending on where you live, heating costs can influence your bill a lot, but appliances and electronics account for a big chunk of that cost, too.
Want To Get Your Research Paper Some Press? Tie It To Valentine's Day
It's hard to find a connection between Valentine's Day and rare minerals or a new species of plant, but these researchers managed it.
You Likely Won't Be Getting Cheaper Airfare, Despite Earnings Boom
Airlines reported record earnings for 2015, but travelers shouldn't expect to see lower airfare. Instead, companies are investing in newer planes.
Your Favorite Wine Could Contain More Alcohol Than You Think
A new study says that over half of wines have higher alcohol content than advertised.
The New Year's Eve Ball Drop, Explained
More than a billion people worldwide watch the ball drop every New Year's Eve.
American Artist Ellsworth Kelly Dies
Kelly is known for bright colors and minimalist shapes.
US Uses More Energy On Christmas Lights Than Some Nations Do All Year
The U.S. uses 6.6 billion kilowatt hours to power Christmas lights each year. Countries like El Salvador and Honduras use less than that in a year.
Why Are All These New Christmas Songs So Depressing?
Several big-name artists surprised fans with sad, depressing Christmas anthems this year, including LCD Soundsystem and Miley Cyrus.
Apparently, It Really 'Tis The Season To Get Engaged
You're not imagining it. Everyone gets engaged during the holidays.
Why Does NORAD Stalk Santa's Epic Sleigh Ride Across The Globe?
The 60-year-old tradition started with a typo in a Sears advertisement.
Festive Films: Which Christmas Movie Made The Most Money?
Take a peek at the top five grossing Christmas films ever made.
Run, Run, Rudolph; Google's Going To Replace You With A Robot
Google's Boston Dynamics tossed some antlers on Spot to wish everyone happy holidays. It's not creepy at all.
Inside SantaCon, New York City's Massive Christmas Party
This year's SantaCon was a more tame affair than the drunken revels that made the convention infamous.
