The Finnish word for Santa Claus, joulupukki, means “Christmas goat” and has its roots in old pagan traditions, including the ...

But who is Santa Claus? How has he become a part of the American Christmas season, and why do we picture him as we do? Just like the Christmas Tree, Christmas cards, and gift-giving, Santa—or “Old St.

Long before Santa Claus became the jolly man in red we know today, there lived a real person named Nicholas in the ancient city of Myra, located in what's now Turkey. Born around 280 AD to wealthy ...

There's a lot you may not know about 25! Read these Christmas facts to learn about the origins of the holiday, Santa Claus, ...

According to the North Pole Flight Command, Santa targets arrival between midnight and 4 a.m. on Christmas. On average, he ...

Christmas is almost here! And that means Santa Claus will be coming to town! Right now, he and his elves are resting before heading out on his annual trek to deliver joy to children all around the ...

Everybody knows Santa Claus. But how many people know the inspiration for the jolly Father Christmas was in fact a bishop ...

Here's what we know about Santa Claus. He goes by many names – Kris Kringle, Father Christmas, Pere Noel, Papa Noel, St. Nick, Grandpa Frost, Jultomten or Babbo Natale – but the basis of Santa Claus ...

Santa hits Natchez streets at 8 a.m. Christmas Eve for a nearly century-old parade delivering candy to local children. See ...