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Why Is Friday the 13th Considered Unlucky?
These are the reasons behind the superstition about this calendar date—do you believe them?
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The History of 12 Popular Mardi Gras Traditions
The details aren't random. Every bit of this legendary celebration has a story.
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Why Mardi Gras Float Riders Have to Wear Masks
There's a reason Mardi Gras in New Orleans is called "The Greatest Free Show on Earth." It's a larger-than-life party...
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Why Are the Mardi Gras Colors Purple, Gold, and Green?
If you want to unearth the history of the origins of Mardi Gras colors are a good place to start.
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15 Super Bowl Party Mistakes You Didn’t Know You Were Making
If you’re one of the millions of Americans watching Super Bowl LIV on February 2, don’t let these Super Bowl...
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101 Romantic Date Ideas That Spark (or Strengthen) a Meaningful Connection
From the fun to the flirty, these date ideas will help you make unforgettable memories with your significant other
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13 Rarely Seen Photos of the First Women Voters in 1920
Get a glimpse of history—and the women who made it.
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14 Huge Sales You Won’t Want to Miss This Super Bowl Weekend
You don't have to watch the big game to score a great deal. Whether you're getting ready for a blowout...
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50 Most Romantic Hotels in Every State
These romantic hotels really set the scene for romance
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13 Animals That Can (Supposedly) Predict the Weather
The humble groundhog isn't the only beast with prognostication skills.
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10 Famous Groundhogs Besides Punxsutawney Phil
Will spring come early this year? These famous groundhogs will let us know!
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This Is the Day You’re Most Likely to Call in Sick
Sick days are sometimes contagious, as any boss can tell you. Find out when workers are more likely to be...
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Why You Shouldn’t Tip Your Mail Carrier in Cash
It might seem rude not to slip them some green for the holidays, but there's a very good reason to...
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Chinese Dragons: Why They’re So Important in Chinese Culture
The Chinese dragon is more than just a lucky symbol!
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How Martin Luther King Jr.’s Birthday Became a Federal Holiday
Although King's birthday officially became a federal holiday in 1983, it was more than a decade in the making
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The Best Christmas Cookie from Every State
Which cookies are baking up in your neck of the woods this holiday? Find out with our state-by-state most popular...
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Why Do We Say “Merry Christmas” but “Happy” Everything Else?
It's true that Christmas tends to get the most fanfare of all the holidays, at least in the United States....
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When Is the Next Leap Year? Leap Year Facts You Probably Didn’t Know
When is the next leap year? Here are some fascinating leap year facts, along with all the details about why...
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10 Royal Family Holiday Traditions You Might Want to Steal Yourself
Their family time on Christmas, Easter, and more isn't as lavish as you'd expect.
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The Surprising History Behind Your Favorite Christmas Carols
"Reginald The Red-Nosed Reindeer"? Frosty and the "One Horse Open Sleigh" had nothing to do with Christmas? These and more...
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44 Adorable Vintage Photos of Kids Meeting Santa
One of the most magical Christmas traditions for children hasn't changed for generations—visiting the Jolly Old Elf.
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See the Winners of the Largest Gingerbread House Competition in America
'Tis the season for the coolest seasonal activities around. You won’t believe what some amazing folks can do with gingerbread!
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18 Photos That Show What Christmas Looked Like 100 Years Ago
It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas, but would you recognize what Christmas looked like a century ago?
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Why Do We Put Up Christmas Trees?
A fresh fir tree filled with twinkly lights and ornaments is the most iconic symbol of the holiday season, but...
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24 Stories About Meeting Santa That Will Fill You with the Christmas Spirit
Santa Claus has a lot of kids to visit each year, but he never fails to get his job done....
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16 Christmas Movie Locations That Exist in Real Life
Many holiday films were shot in studios or on backlots, but here are ones you can actually visit. Christmas vacation...
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23 Things Target Employees Wish You Knew About Holiday Shopping
Target is the center of holiday shopping for people across the country. We talked to current and former employees for...
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White House Christmas Ornaments Through the Years
Here's the history behind every official White House Christmas ornament ever made.
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If You See This Post on Social Media, Ignore it! It’s a Scam
This scam has been circling the Internet for years.