Israel-Hamas War
Donald Trump
Christmas
Disney
Media Literacy
Christmas

Ever Wondered What Happens to the Rockefeller Christmas Tree After the Holidays?

Written by:
Taija PerryCook
Dec 20, 2023 Every year, the iconic New York Christmas tradition takes on new life.
Read More

Sadly, This Gorgeous Pic of Red-and-White 'Santa Cardinal' Is Fake

Written by:
Aleksandra Wrona
Dec 18, 2023 "Just in time for Christmas, a rare red and white cardinal makes an appearance in Canada," one s ...
Read More
Online users discussed how Hobby Lobby was selling a shotgun shell ammunition and gun or firearm-themed Christmas ornament.

Did Hobby Lobby Sell a 'Shotgun Shell Ornament' for Christmas in 2023?

Written by:
Jordan Liles
Dec 14, 2023 Snopes received reader mail asking if it was true that the Christian-owned company was selling a ...
Read More
Is the war on Christmas real?

100 Years of the So-Called 'War on Christmas'

Written by:
David Emery
Dec 11, 2023 The one and only time Christmas was actually banned on what would later become U.S. soil, it was ...
Read More

In Search of the 1st Christmas Tree: Origins of a Tradition

Written by:
Jack Izzo
Dec 10, 2023 This is a very festive rabbit hole.
Read More
A rumor said that the liquid in snow globes was dangerous to pets and children.

Do Snow Globes Contain Antifreeze Chemical Ethylene Glycol That's Dangerous to Pets?

Written by:
Jordan Liles
Dec 10, 2023 Here's what we know about the clear liquid that's inside snow globes and its purported risks to ...
Read More

Alabama Was the First US State To Declare Christmas a Holiday?

Written by:
Jessica Lee
Dec 3, 2023 The rumor dates back to at least 1954, according to Alabama historical records.
Read More

Are the Lyrics to 'I'll Be Home for Christmas' an Example of the Mandela Effect?

Written by:
Izz Scott LaMagdeleine
Nov 5, 2023 A post about lyrics in the Christmas classic went viral on TikTok in late October 2023.
Read More

Is Disney World Stopping Its Annual Christmas Celebrations in 2024?

Written by:
Jack Izzo
Oct 31, 2023 The change purportedly was a move towards a more inclusive celebration.
Read More
A long black gun is displayed in a case. Shelves full of gun equipment surround the case.

Did a Republican Lawmaker Accidentally Shoot His Wife While Taking Christmas Pic With AR-15s?

Written by:
Izz Scott LaMagdeleine
Oct 23, 2023 According to the rumor, the politician shot his wife in the foot while posing with guns for thei ...
Read More
A Florida man was arrested after throwing a Christmas tree at his wife.

Was a Florida Man Arrested After Throwing a Christmas Tree at His Wife?

Written by:
Jordan Liles
Jan 4, 2023 We received inquiries from readers who wanted to know if this story really happened.
Read More
The mystery of Mrs. Claus' first name is one with quite a bit of history.

Mrs. Claus' First Name: What Was It Originally?

Written by:
Jordan Liles
Dec 14, 2022 A quick internet search told us there was an answer from 1849, but that turned out to be a bit o ...
Read More
Some snow globes are toxic and deadly to dogs and cats and other pets due to the antifreeze chemical ethylene glycol.

Do Snow Globes Contain the Antifreeze Chemical Ethylene Glycol, Which Is Dangerous to Pets and Kids?

Written by:
Jordan Liles
Dec 9, 2022 A Facebook post about the tragic deaths of two dogs led to questions from readers about the dang ...
Read More
Christmas cards origin

The Origin Story of Christmas Cards

Written by:
David Mikkelson Barbara Mikkelson
Nov 22, 1999 The first formal card was designed by an Englishman in 1843.
Read More
Man pouring woman's drink as she looks at the camera

Is 'Baby, It's Cold Outside' About Date Rape?

Written by:
Kim LaCapria David Emery
Dec 18, 2017 Recent events have played a role in changing the public's perception of the 1944 holiday standard.
Read More

Terminally Ill Teen Requests Christmas Cards for the Holiday

Written by:
David Emery
Nov 27, 2018 The late Maddox Hyde of Pennsylvania did issue a request for cards after doctors said his cancer ...
Read More
Person, Human, People

Was Alabama the 1st US State To Declare Christmas an Official Holiday?

Written by:
Jessica Lee
Jan 15, 2022 "One of the original fake news stories," said a former archivist of historical records.
Read More
it's a wonderful life

Did the FBI Once Deem 'It's a Wonderful Life' Communist Propaganda?

Written by:
Dan MacGuill
Dec 22, 2021 Another fascinating chapter in the history of an American holiday classic.
Read More
Advertisement, Person, Human

Did Coca-Cola Announce Change to 'More Relevant' Black Santa Claus?

Written by:
Dan MacGuill
Dec 15, 2021 Did the company's CEO James Quincey really say "The time has come for a Santa Claus that's more ...
Read More

Sorry, There Were No Animals in the Bible’s Nativity Scene

Written by:
The Conversation
Dec 23, 2020 Animals are commonly found in creche sets, but surprisingly, not in the Bible.
Read More