#History

What's the real story behind 'The Twelve Days of Christmas'? We explore the theories, from a secret Catholic code to a children's game, and reveal the song's actual cost in 2025.

Ever wondered why we kiss under the mistletoe? Delve into the tradition's origins, from the magical beliefs of ancient Druids and the tragedy of Norse mythology to Victorian England's quirky rules.

On Christmas Eve 1869, a 30-pound prize turkey meant for 'A Christmas Carol' author Charles Dickens vanished in a train fire. Discover the full story of this funny, ironic, and strangely heartwarming historical incident.

Did you know that in Shakespeare's time, 'nice' meant foolish and 'brave' meant well-dressed? Explore 12 common words whose meanings have completely changed over the last 400 years.

Explore the most bizarre and dangerous diet fads in history, from chewing food to pulp to smoking cigarettes for weight loss. See how trends from the past echo today's wellness crazes.

Think you know the Christmas story? Discover 5 surprising myths about the nativity, from the three wise men to the winter birth, that are challenged by historical and biblical evidence.

From PepsiCo briefly owning the world's 6th largest navy to a press conference error that brought down the Berlin Wall, discover historical facts so strange they sound completely made up.

Feeling 'awvish'? Suffering from a 'kiffle'? Dive into 10 forgotten English words for winter sickness, from a 'meldrop' on your nose to the 'alysm' of being stuck in bed.

From its surprising origin as a tool to quiet church-goers to its status as a multi-billion unit holiday staple, discover the fascinating history and surprising facts behind the iconic candy cane.

Ever wonder about the origin of Santa's 'ho ho ho'? Discover the surprising history of the iconic laugh, which evolved from an expression of derision and triumph to the Christmas catchphrase we know today.

From a secret heart attack in the White House to a massacre in a football stadium, discover 5 of the most chaotic and disastrous Christmas gatherings in political history.