In November, when the main winter holiday is still far away, Russia already smells of magic — on November 18, the country officially celebrates the birthday of the most famous winter wizard. The exact ...

Santa Claus is one of the most recognizable characters in Slavic folklore, whose Western prototype is considered to be Santa Claus. His image was formed under the influence of ancient Slavic spirits ...

Kentucky has produced some of the most well-known songs in the English language. The Happy Birthday song was created at the Little Loom House on South Louisville’s Kenwood Hill in 1893. There’s ...

Writing letters to Santa Claus may not be the oldest Christmas tradition observed around the world – but it’s one that most ...

At Folklore Bookshop in Midway on Saturday, Jeff and Tami Gray greeted a horde of eager children. But, that day, they went by their other names: Santa and Mrs. Claus.

Coca-Cola may have helped popularize Santa's look, but his modern image was already taking shape long before the soft drink ...

According to the North Pole Flight Command, Santa targets arrival between midnight and 4 a.m. on Christmas. On average, he arrives around 2:17 a.m. According to NORAD Track Santa, only Santa knows his ...

When Santa comes to town in late December for investors, it's usually a good indicator for the following year.

History says a Santa Claus rally can prompt months of stock market outperformance. But what about a no-show from St. Nick?