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Why Are Christmas Colors Red and Green?

Now that the Christmas season is here, you’re probably seeing red and green decorations and merchandise all over the place. These colors aren’t just the ones scientifically proven to be the most striking to the human eye when put together, though that may be the reason they stand out more … »
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Winter Solstice 2023

It’s so chilly out some days that it feels like winter must already be here. However, the official first day of winter falls on the same date every year: December 21, which is a Thursday this year. The first day of winter is also known as the Winter Solstice, the shortest … »
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Happy Hanukkah!

Hanukkah (which means “dedication” and which you may also see spelled Chanukah due to the translation from Hebrew to English) is a winter holiday in Judaism.While you may hear some people refer to it as “the Jewish version of Christmas” because both holidays fall towards the end of the year, … »
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Veterans Day 2023

The United States observes several holidays honoring those who serve in the military: Memorial Day is observed in May and honors service members killed in action and deceased veterans, and Armed Forces Day honors members currently serving. Veterans Day was established to celebrate the members who received an honorable discharge, … »
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