Are poinsettias and mistletoe really dangerous?

Learn the truth about the safety of popular holiday plants like poinsettias, mistletoe, and holly. Are they as dangerous as you’ve been told, and what precautions should you take?

Wikipedia's most-viewed articles in 2024

Politics dominated Wikipedia’s most-viewed articles this year, but here’s a look at what else people were interested in reading about in 2024.

Sending Christmas cards to Canada? Think again

The Canada Post strike has prompted the USPS to halt international mail acceptance to Canada, impacting holiday shipping. Learn what this means and explore alternative options.

Advent calendars grow up: From chocolate treats to skincare

From its humble beginnings of chocolate treats for kids in the runup to Christmas Day, to the indulgent skincare and luxury surprises seen today, advent calendars have significantly evolved since the 19th century.

NORAD launches Santa Tracker countdown

With NORAD's new Santa Tracker, you can check on Saint Nick at his North Pole village and count down the days until he arrives.