The Mari Lwyd makes a welcome appearance in Chepstow.
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The Mari Lwyd and the plygain are two prominent Welsh traditions celebrated over Christmas and the new year.
Despite the Hollywood stereotype, many single people are happy and not desperate for a romantic partner.
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Many Christmas-themed movies centre around single people searching for love. But many people are increasingly happy being single and in no rush to find a partner.
Ethan Hawke plays a minister in ‘First Reformed,’ (2017) a film that prompts viewers to rethink what they assume they already know, from politics to religion to the climate crisis.
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‘Somebody has to do something’: Top feature film and documentary picks from scholars examining climate change and cinema offer courage to hold contradictory truths and pursue climate solutions.
Many people veer from their healthy lifestyle routines during the holidays.
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The holidays can disrupt healthy lifestyle habits, like nutrition and exercise routines. Here’s how to enjoy the season without derailing your physical or mental health.
Different foods have different target temperatures to eliminate pathogens, so use a reliable food safety chart and a digital food thermometer when cooking each dish, and whenever you reheat leftovers.
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A food thermometer is your holiday feast’s unsung hero, ensuring that poultry, meats and other dishes, including vegetable-based, reach the internal temperatures needed to eliminate harmful pathogens.
Big video game companies often time the release of their most popular titles around the holidays, and that means Christmas shoppers can make an impact by reflecting on the games they buy.
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Video game companies often time the release of their most popular titles for the holiday season. Now is the time to reflect on the political economy of video games and which games we buy.
High prices for groceries, housing and entertainment are leaving shoppers with reduced funds as the holiday season descends upon us.
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There are a number of ways shoppers can resist the temptation of expensive gift options that might strain their budgets this holiday season.
The music for ‘A Charlie Brown Christmas,’ composed by pianist Vince Guaraldi, is a major part of what endears viewers.
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Annual holiday specials aren’t all fluffy nostalgia. While families enjoy these together, part of the attraction is how these shows’ soundtracks and plots acknowledge life’s compromised conclusions.
Due to the current affordability crisis, many Canadians can’t afford to tip extra this holiday season.
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With the current affordability crisis and tip inflation, many Canadians can’t afford to tip extra this holiday season.
The Christmas pudding, a legacy of the British Empire, is enjoyed around the world – including in former British colonies.
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The Christmas pudding, once known as the ‘Empire Pudding,’ reflects the lasting legacy of the British Empire.
As online shopping increases over the festive period, so does the risk of cyber-scams.
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Cyber-scams tend to ramp up at this time of year, with criminals and scammers eager to exploit people’s generosity and excitement.
The high cost of living and interest rates are causing some Canadians to recalibrate their holiday traditions.
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The cost of feeding a table full of people may be too much for the average Canadian to bear this holiday season.
Working together, we can create a positive holiday experience for our children.
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Holiday traditions involve expectations that can be especially challenging for parents post-divorce or post-separation. Proactive planning helps.
The reason for our holiday generosity is obvious to us as adults. For children, it can sometimes be less clear why, when and how they should show kindness to others.
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As we approach the season of giving, a child psychology researcher offers suggestions on how parents can teach their kids to be generous and kind.
Actor Zawe Ashton is one of the celebrities fronting M&S’s Christmas campaigns for 2023.
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The excesses Christmas promotes are still underpinned by the idea that generosity, compassion and empathy are values that matter.
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More time to buy Christmas products could be a good thing for both consumers and brands.