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Everyone knows the legend of the three wise men's visit to Bethlehem as retold every Christmas. Three Arabian princes followed a star to find baby Jesus, wrapped in swaddling clothes and lying in a manger. They presented him with gifts of gold, frankincen...

Christmas is a week away! For some adults, me included, it’s easy to be cynical and dismiss Nativity stories. Skeptics in your family? Maybe you’ll want to keep and share

Christmas is a time when cultures around the globe come alive with festive traditions and heart-warming stories. Beyond the familiar tales of Santa Claus and Christmas trees, there exists a plethora of captivating legends that have been passed down through generations. Here's five from around the world which add a unique touch to the holiday season:

You’ve heard of frankincense and myrrh from the biblical account of the Three Wise Men who brought them as gifts to the baby Jesus. I vividly remember the crib my mother placed in our living room and the Wise Men carrying these items, with the frankincense and myrrh in coloured pots and, of course, gold. I knew gold was valuable, but I was clueless about the other two. It turns out frankincense and myrrh were precious in the ancient world because of medicinal properties, mostly their ability t...

Grab the family, pack up some ice-cold Yoo-hoo, and set out to see some of these dazzling displays of lights and other decorations.

Baptist pastor Rob James shares his thoughts in his A Good Word column.

Europe has many wonderful ways to celebrate the holidays—from seafood dinners to ice bathing, some are easier to get on board with than others...

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Learn all about Hallmark's new film, "Friends & Family Christmas," including where it was filmed and the cast involved.

Parenthood can be a wonderful example of the active waiting that is done during Advent season.