It turns out that our brains have what scientists call a “Christmas spirit network,” which connects our memories to each new holiday cue. When festive music plays from store speakers…

The holiday season is not just about delicious food, but also about traditional festive drinks. However, nutrition experts warn that many holiday beverages contain far more calories and sugar than…

Research by British psychologists found that children’s excitement about Christmas peaks at age six. So parents of six-year-olds are especially likely to want to make this Christmas unforgettable, because children’s…

Preparing for the holidays can be a whirlwind of worries. Some of us feel the holiday pressure more acutely than others. In fact, 62 percent of surveyed mothers and over…

To avoid any decorating mishaps, try a new interactive tool that calculates the exact number of ornaments and lights you need, determines the optimal height for the topper, and measures…

show coniferous trees filled with a variety of scents. Some of those scents can enhance our health and well-being. What You Need to Know Before Heading Out for a Tree…

As they do every year, the island’s 1,200 residents have prepared for the mass migration of tens of millions of red crabs. This island, located in the Indian Ocean, is…

Nativity scenes give people a visual representation of the birth of Jesus Christ. But some scholars say not everything in those displays comes from the Bible. Chris Greenough, a professor…

Researchers at Initial Washroom Hygiene (UK) say Christmas and New Year decorations harbor five times more germs than the average toilet seat. The findings could prompt many people to rethink…

Scientists who study food and future tech say the traditional Christmas feast could look very different soon. A team at UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) has sketched a vision for…

Researchers warn that holiday treats aren’t suitable for our furry companions because they pack huge numbers of calories. Nearly everyone who has a pet feels compelled to share something from…

It’s no surprise that people start preparing for the winter holidays well in advance. Supermarkets start pumping Christmas and New Year cheer as early as September and October. It’s clear…

Every year, just before the winter holidays, veterinarians warn cat owners about the dangers—often deadly—that come with having a Christmas tree in the house. For veterinarians, this holiday season is…

Picture a Christmas dinner reworked for the near future: seaweed “pigs in blankets,” lab-grown turkey, pea-based cheese, and “super” potatoes. A team at UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) has imagined…

Researchers led by designer Cícero Moraes have reconstructed the face of the man who inspired the gift-bringing figure of Christmas. Cícero Moraes is a Brazilian 3D designer known for forensic…