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When the Warminster 'Thing' Terrorized a Small English Town
Though more than 50 years have passed since the strange events and UFO sightings began, there is still no theory to explain the origin of the Warminster “Thing.”
The Most Popular Holiday Dessert in Each State, Mapped
Gingerbread men, candy canes, and other classic Christmas desserts made the cut. Thanks to Utah, so did Jolly Ranchers.
What Are Sugar Plums?
Sugar plums didn't originally contain plums, and their name once doubled as a not-so-sweet euphemism.
Was Frosty the Snowman Actually an Evil Demon? One Fan Theory Says Yes
According to a theory about the song, Frosty the Snowman was brought to life by a group of evil children.
10 Ways You Can Help Small Businesses This Holiday Season
While the most obvious way to support small businesses is to buy their goods or services online or in person, there are other ways to help small businesses as well.
How Zoom Santas Are Connecting With Kids Virtually in 2020
Sitting on Santa's lap isn't an option in 2020, but kids can still see him virtually this Christmas through Zoom, Cameo, and more.
You Can Make the Royal Family's Traditional Christmas Pudding At Home
This Christmas, add some class to your dinner table by making the royal family's traditional figgy pudding recipe.
The World’s Favorite Christmas Movies, Mapped
If you’re discussing the best Christmas movies with friends from France, they might be arguing hard for 1984’s ‘Gremlins.’
Can You Find All of Kevin McCallister’s Booby Traps From Home Alone?
This 3D model of the house from 'Home Alone' is filled with more than a dozen booby traps. See if you fare better than The Wet Bandits did by spotting them all.
Black Friday Deals on Retro Gaming Consoles and Drones Are Here
Get low prices on retro gaming consoles and drones during the Mental Floss Shop's Black Friday sale.
The Best Black Friday and Cyber Monday Deals on Electronics, Clothing, Kitchen Products, and More
This Black Friday and Cyber Monday, check out the best deals on the internet from places like Moosejaw, iRobot, and more.
Take the Stress Out of the Holidays With Live Christmas Tree Delivery and Light Installation From Walmart
If you're a Grinch about putting up holiday decorations, now you can ask Walmart to deliver your Christmas tree and install your lights.
Sorry, Kids—Sitting on Santa’s Lap Will Be Forbidden in 2020
While some good boys and girls will have to tell Santa Claus what they want for Christmas via Zoom this year, other venues are coming up with innovative ways to keep St. Nick—and his fans—safe from COVID-19.
You Could Get Paid to Watch 25 Christmas Movies in 25 Days
If you’re already planning on holding your own ‘25 Days of Christmas’ movie marathon, this dream job is perfect for you.
9 Gifts That Will Make Anyone's Home More Secure
Help your loved one feel safer at home this holiday season with these smart security gifts from Amazon.
Do You Hear What I Hear? Radio Stations Have Already Started Playing Christmas Music
If you’ve started blasting Mariah Carey’s “All I Want for Christmas Is You” already, the radio stations are right there with you.
Reward Your Dog This Holiday Season With an Advent Calendar Filled With Treats
This holiday season, give your dog daily healthy supplements in their very own Advent calendar created by GoodBoy.
10 Gifts Your Husband Will Love
Don't know what to buy your husband for the holidays? We've got you covered with this comprehensive gift guide.
15 Gifts Your Dad Will Love
Don't know what to get dear ol' dad this holiday season? We've got ideas for every personality and budget.
16 Great Gifts for Teens
We’ve culled the internet to figure out what’s cool these days, and we found 16 items to suit any teen (and any price point).
Peanuts Holiday Specials Won’t Air on Network TV for the First Time in More Than 50 Years
Families have celebrated Halloween, Thanksgiving, and Christmas with Charlie Brown and friends for years (and they still can).
You Can Buy These Screen-Used Puppets From Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer—But Bring Your Checkbook
The original stop-motion puppets used in the production of the 1964 holiday special have been in private hands for decades. They can now be your most expensive holiday decoration ever.
LEGO Is Creating Its Own Star Wars Holiday Special
Rey unlocks a time warp and ends up running into characters from all Star Wars eras—including a much younger Luke Skywalker.