The Mari Lwyd and the plygain are two prominent Welsh traditions celebrated over Christmas and the new year.
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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.
‘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.
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.
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.
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.
There are a number of ways shoppers can resist the temptation of expensive gift options that might strain their budgets this holiday season.
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.
With the current affordability crisis and tip inflation, many Canadians can’t afford to tip extra this holiday season.
The Christmas pudding, once known as the ‘Empire Pudding,’ reflects the lasting legacy of the British Empire.
Cyber-scams tend to ramp up at this time of year, with criminals and scammers eager to exploit people’s generosity and excitement.
The cost of feeding a table full of people may be too much for the average Canadian to bear this holiday season.
Holiday traditions involve expectations that can be especially challenging for parents post-divorce or post-separation. Proactive planning helps.
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.
The excesses Christmas promotes are still underpinned by the idea that generosity, compassion and empathy are values that matter.
More time to buy Christmas products could be a good thing for both consumers and brands.
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