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Naughty or nice, have you ever wondered how Santa's sleigh works? Rustic on the outside and state-of-the-art on the inside, there's no doubt that St. Nick has a sweet ride. Learn more about the advanced technology in Santa's sleigh, as well as its backup system, reindeer.
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Underappreciated and overworked during the holidays, the amount of labor elves clock in is pretty astounding. Then there's the other duties they must fulfill, like tending to diva reindeer like Rudolph. So do elves thrive on stress, and do they ever get disgruntled?
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Imagine having to deliver toys (and coal) to children all over the world -- in just one night. How does the big guy do it? Moxie? Magic? How about a little something under the hood called a stardust antimatter propulsion unit? That's just how Santa rolls.
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He's been called a diva, a hero and a misfit. He's Rudolph the red-nose reindeer. And his ruby-red honker has long been celebrated for guiding Santa and his team of reindeer through the night. Learn what bioluminescence, evolution, and maybe even atavism, have to do with this doe-eyed deer.
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Ever wonder where Christmas traditions come from or how Santa manages his load of toys every year?
Ever wonder where Christmas traditions come from or how Santa manages his load of toys every year?
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Christmas can be the warmest and happiest season of the year for many people -- even though time always seems at a premium.
Christmas can be the warmest and happiest season of the year for many people -- even though time always seems at a premium.
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Spread the cheer this Christmas by baking gingerbread people cookies, and delivering them to friends.
Spread the cheer this Christmas by baking gingerbread people cookies, and delivering them to friends.
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Crafting handmade Christmas ornaments can be great family fun or an exciting activity for friends of all ages to enjoy.
Crafting handmade Christmas ornaments can be great family fun or an exciting activity for friends of all ages to enjoy.
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