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The NFL Is Trying to Steal Christmas Day From the NBA

Does anyone really want to spend December 25th watching the Broncos and Rams?

How to Spend a Perfect Holiday Weekend in Düsseldorf

This German city has a snowstorm of festive markets, a traditional Japanese food scene and the longest bar in the world

Nobody Does Christmas in Chicago Like the Music Box

We spoke with the team behind the theater's 39th annual holiday sing-along and double feature

How To Celebrate Feast of the 7 Fishes Like an Italian American

The classic Christmas Eve meal is about as festive as it gets

If COVID Hasn’t Ruined Your Holiday Plans, This Winter Storm Might

Bitter cold temps, snow, rain and wind are expected to sweep the country this week

No Sitcom Nailed Christmas More Perfectly Than “30 Rock”

On Colleen and Jack Donaghy and finding comfort within the conflict

6 Rare Sneakers You Can Find on eBay Right Now

New releases, rare collectibles and trending collabs backed by an Authenticity Guarantee.

For a Last-Minute Gift, Try a Seasonal Arrangement

Same- and next-day deliveries are available on a number of holiday bouquets and gifts

10 Texas-Made Holiday Gifts for Everyone on Your List

Stuff some stockings with handmade leather goods, ceramics and cocktail syrups

A Chat With DC’s Best Stand-Up Comic Who Also Plays Santa

Plus, how much stuffing the suit really needs

A Return to Scary Normalcy: Krampusnacht Is Back

A holiday tradition that's not about the fat guy in the red suit

Harry and Marv Should’ve Died in “Home Alone”

We investigate their many grisly injuries, and the shoddy morality of Kevin

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10 Texas-Made Holiday Gifts for Everyone on Your List

Stuff some stockings with handmade leather goods, ceramics and cocktail syrups

A Chat With DC’s Best Stand-Up Comic Who Also Plays Santa

Plus, how much stuffing the suit really needs

A Return to Scary Normalcy: Krampusnacht Is Back

A holiday tradition that's not about the fat guy in the red suit

Harry and Marv Should’ve Died in “Home Alone”

We investigate their many grisly injuries, and the shoddy morality of Kevin

The Dead Rabbit Is Opening an Irish Christmas Pop-Up Bar

Behold, the seasonally festive Jingle Jangle. Plus, four other holiday cocktail dens debuting in New York this month

The 12 Best Airbnbs to Host Your Next Big Holiday Celebration

From Miami, Florida to Briggsville, Wisconsin, these are the best rental properties around the country for hosting a big, festive dinner

Mrs. Claus Porn Was a Big Hit This Christmas

Mrs. Claus porn saw a significant increase in search traffic leading up to Christmas this year, according to Pornhub

Did the FBI Once Consider "It's a Wonderful Life" Communist Propaganda?

Turns out that oft-reported story is a little more complicated, but true enough

Why Is It So Sad When Characters in Christmas Movies Sing in Unison?

Christmas classics like Charlie Brown and the Grinch make use of the same spontaneous singing trope that seems tailor-made to tug on the heartstrings

What's the Darkest Animated Christmas Special?

Believe it or not, we've got a ton of contenders. From "Frosty" to "The Little Drummer Boy," here's our definitive ranking.

Larry David Explains Why He Hates Christmas

Should we be at all surprised that TV's best curmudgeon identifies strongly with Scrooge?

Is the Grinch a Sex Thing?

The Grinch is the latest character to join the growing cast of seasonal sex symbols

Santa Is the Original Sugar Daddy

From "Santa Baby" to sexy Santa costumes, Father Christmas is not as innocent as you think

How Krampus, the German Christmas Demon, Took Over America

He whips naughty children with branches and eats them, and he's winning our hearts

Martha Stewart Is Selling Replicas of the Nativity Set She Made in Jail

The only woman who can turn Christmas in prison into profitable holiday decor

Is It Weird for Couples to Spend the Holidays Apart?

More couples today are embracing separate bedrooms and separate vacations. Why not separate holidays?