Since the early 20th century, Christmas has evolved from a religious holiday to a hugely popular cultural holiday observed by ...

Today, people consider "Yule" synonymous with "Christmas." But centuries ago, Yule meant something different — a pagan mid-winter festival, dating back to pre-Christian Germanic people.

In Stamford and West Hartford, members of the diaspora collect and display stitched artwork and teach classes to keep the tradition alive ...

A federal appeals court has ordered the Department of Veterans Affairs to build more than 2,500 housing units on its West Los Angeles campus. The plaintiff’s attorneys say the decision could ...

CHRISTMAS is a Christian holiday that observes the birth of Jesus. But did you know that the earliest followers of Jesus did not annually commemorate his birth? Or that Santa Claus is inspired by the ...

Christmas the world around has a long history that will surprise with both delight and dismay. Sit down in a comfortable chair, lean back with your favorite Christmas beverage and enjoy. Just when ...

The Trump administration will resume garnishing wages from student loan borrowers in default in early 2026, the U.S. Education Department confirmed to NPR.

Originally a Christian holiday celebrating the birth of Jesus, Christmas has evolved into a global cultural event.

Twelfth Night is simply the last day of the Christmas period - as made famous by the song The 12 Days of Christmas. It is traditionally when most people take down their Christmas decorations and its ...

Seven months into his papacy, Pope Leo XIV’s Chicago roots have helped frame both his spirituality and priorities.

Christmas is a Christian holiday that occurs on December 25th and celebrates the birth of Jesus. In the liturgical year ...