Employees at large retail chains were instructed to avoid “Merry Christmas,” a greeting now deemed too specific and too religious. What emerged was designed to include everyone by addressing no one, ...

Why does “Merry Christmas” vs. “Happy Holidays” spark such strong reactions every December? A human look at identity, ...

There are many things that define a ‘90s kid, including a love for Disney Channel Original Movies and a Beanie Babies collection. But at the holidays, a ‘90s baby can be spotted when they blast ‘NSync ...

That's why Christmas cards are such a big hit! Not only are they bright and colorful, but they'll carry some of the most ...

From inspirational to funny, these short Christmas wishes will delight family, friends, colleagues and other loved ones in ...

We wish you a very Merry Christmas and a Happy Holidays, and hope you spend today with those you love. Thanks to artist Sara Ludy for putting us in the holiday spirit. This three-day gathering ...

I was visiting a Christian hospital the other day that glittered with Christmas decorations. The whole vibe was in the Christmas spirit, except for one thing. Instead of “Merry Christmas,” people kept ...

It seems the great public divide has no bounds. Several years ago a poll by the Public Religion Research Institute found that 66% of Democrats said stores and businesses should say “Happy Holidays” to ...

Soldiers and civilians attend a Christmas Eve candlelight service on Forward Operating Base Salerno, Afghanistan, 2012. (DVIDS) The seasonal greeting “Merry Christmas” is made possible by the reality ...