When you think of Christmas, most think of Santa Claus. Although the legendary character Santa is part of Christmas, it ...

The legend of Eostre and the hare is believed by many to be one of the earliest origins of the Easter bunny tradition. Eostre was a spring goddess associated with renewal, fertility, and the return of ...

When is Mother's Day 2026 in the UK? Origins and global celebration dates explained - Unlike Christmas, Valentine’s Day, and Halloween, Mothering Sunday falls on different dates in different countries ...

From medieval Lent traditions to the first chocolate eggs by Fry's and Cadbury in the 1870s, here's the history behind Easter ...

If you’ve heard of Mardi Gras, you’ve heard of Fat Tuesday. Known as Mardi Gras in French-speaking cultures, Fat Tuesday is also called Carnival Tuesday, Shrove Tuesday and Pancake Tuesday. Regardless ...

Reidsville (23-1) has won 83 of its last 84 boys basketball games, might have the nation’s quickest high school guard in ...

The names of the days in Greek represent a historical shift, with Christian traditions deliberately overwriting the pagan calendar.

To celebrate Purim, many Jews bake and eat a pastry called hamantaschen. The three-cornered cookie is named after Haman's hat ...

Purim, a colorful Jewish holiday celebrating resilience and bravery, begins at sundown.

CHICAGO (WLS) -- Presidents Day can be a time to reflect on leaders who shaped the American story, like Abraham Lincoln. His ties to Illinois and Chicago help connect that history to the region. As ...

Your wallet may still be straining from holidays, heating bills, and salt-and-slush-stained boots, but as this new month rolls in, the Hub’s fun and free lineup is warming up. Whether you’re looking ...

INDIANAPOLIS — During Black History Month, an Indiana tutor and newly published author is helping kids discover important figures in Black history, one day at a time. It's a simple project making a ...