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Inside 27 Unique Christmas Traditions From Across The Globe — And The Bizarre Stories Behind Them

In parts of Spain, children celebrate Christmas by beating a log until it "poops" out gifts — and that's far from the only unusual holiday tradition that can be found around the world to this day.

By Austin Harvey • Dec 21, 2023

Inside 27 Unique Christmas Traditions From Across The Globe — And The Bizarre Stories Behind Them

In parts of Spain, children celebrate Christmas by beating a log until it "poops" out gifts — and that's far from the only unusual holiday tradition that can be found around the world to this day.

By Austin Harvey • December 21, 2023

Evening Dress Worn By Princess Diana Sells For A Record-Breaking $1.15 Million

Diana wore the dress to a dinner in Florence, Italy in 1985 and again to the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra in 1986.

By Austin Harvey • Dec 19, 2023

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Evening Dress Worn By Princess Diana Sells For A Record-Breaking $1.15 Million

Diana wore the dress to a dinner in Florence, Italy in 1985 and again to the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra in 1986.

By Austin Harvey • December 19, 2023

44 Powerful Photos Of How The World Celebrated Christmas Amid The Chaos And Bloodshed Of World War II

From makeshift trees on the front lines to bombs painted with "Merry Xmas Adolf," see how soldiers and their loved ones back home celebrated Christmas in the U.S., Europe, and the Pacific during World War II.

By Kaleena Fraga • Dec 18, 2023

44 Powerful Photos Of How The World Celebrated Christmas Amid The Chaos And Bloodshed Of World War II

From makeshift trees on the front lines to bombs painted with "Merry Xmas Adolf," see how soldiers and their loved ones back home celebrated Christmas in the U.S., Europe, and the Pacific during World War II.

By Kaleena Fraga • December 18, 2023

21 True Crime Podcasts That Cover Brutal Serial Killers, Infamous Cold Cases, And Everything In Between

From "Dr. Death" to "My Favorite Murder," these crime podcasts delve into a wide variety of history's most chilling cases — each one more disturbing than the next.

By Austin Harvey • Dec 17, 2023

21 True Crime Podcasts That Cover Brutal Serial Killers, Infamous Cold Cases, And Everything In Between

From "Dr. Death" to "My Favorite Murder," these crime podcasts delve into a wide variety of history's most chilling cases — each one more disturbing than the next.

By Austin Harvey • December 17, 2023

27 Of The Most Frightening Demons — And What Makes Them So Horrifying

From infamous fallen angels like Satan to supernatural beings worshipped by the occult, meet some of the worst demons from history.

By Austin Harvey • Dec 15, 2023

27 Of The Most Frightening Demons — And What Makes Them So Horrifying

From infamous fallen angels like Satan to supernatural beings worshipped by the occult, meet some of the worst demons from history.

By Austin Harvey • December 15, 2023

Hellenistic-Era ‘Dancing Muses’ Statue Unearthed After 22 Centuries

The newly discovered statue is a rare original piece by Philiskos of Rhodes, a famed sculptor whose work was often replicated.

By Austin Harvey • Dec 14, 2023

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Hellenistic-Era ‘Dancing Muses’ Statue Unearthed After 22 Centuries

The newly discovered statue is a rare original piece by Philiskos of Rhodes, a famed sculptor whose work was often replicated.

By Austin Harvey • December 14, 2023

The Wild Life Of Eden Ahbez, The Vagabond Songwriter Behind Nat King Cole’s ‘Nature Boy’

The little-known songwriter behind one of the biggest hits of the 1940s was also a country-wandering nomad who once lived under the Hollywood sign in Los Angeles.

By Hannah Reilly Holtz • Dec 12, 2023

The Wild Life Of Eden Ahbez, The Vagabond Songwriter Behind Nat King Cole’s ‘Nature Boy’

The little-known songwriter behind one of the biggest hits of the 1940s was also a country-wandering nomad who once lived under the Hollywood sign in Los Angeles.

By Hannah Reilly Holtz • December 12, 2023

The Haunted History Of Buckner Mansion, The Opulent House Featured In American Horror Story: Coven

Built in New Orleans’ lush Garden District in the 19th century, Buckner Mansion has a long, spooky history rife with rumors of ghosts and other paranormal activity.

By Donna Sarkar • Dec 12, 2023

The Haunted History Of Buckner Mansion, The Opulent House Featured In American Horror Story: Coven

Built in New Orleans’ lush Garden District in the 19th century, Buckner Mansion has a long, spooky history rife with rumors of ghosts and other paranormal activity.

By Donna Sarkar • December 12, 2023

Rockefeller Center Is Giving Guests The Opportunity To Recreate The Famous ‘Lunch Atop A Skyscraper’ Photo

"The Beam" raises visitors up about 12 feet and spins them around for a gorgeous, panoramic view of New York City.

By Austin Harvey • Dec 8, 2023

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Rockefeller Center Is Giving Guests The Opportunity To Recreate The Famous ‘Lunch Atop A Skyscraper’ Photo

"The Beam" raises visitors up about 12 feet and spins them around for a gorgeous, panoramic view of New York City.

By Austin Harvey • December 8, 2023

Inside The Book Of Kells, The Stunningly Illuminated Gospels Displayed In Dublin’s Trinity College Library

Created by monks in medieval Scotland, the exquisitely illustrated Book of Kells is widely regarded as the "chief treasure of the Western world."

By Erin Kelly • Dec 7, 2023

Inside The Book Of Kells, The Stunningly Illuminated Gospels Displayed In Dublin’s Trinity College Library

Created by monks in medieval Scotland, the exquisitely illustrated Book of Kells is widely regarded as the "chief treasure of the Western world."

By Erin Kelly • December 7, 2023