Why Christmas Is So Deadly

by Kent Sepkowitz Dec 24, 2012 4:45 AM EST

It’s the year’s most lethal day, but don’t blame stress or gluttony.... MORE

The Jesus Novels

by David Masciotra Dec 24, 2012 4:45 AM EST

Besides the Gospels, what’s the best literary treatment of the Messiah?... MORE

Merry Christmas to Me!

by Daniel Gross Dec 17, 2012 12:00 AM EST

There’s no shame in the epidemic of self-gifting. MORE

Top Christmas Toy Fads of All-time

Dec 13, 2012 3:00 PM EST

The Daily Beast combed the records of Christmases past for a look at the top-selling toy crazes... MORE

Most Kitschy Christmas Towns

by Nina Strochlic Dec 12, 2012 4:45 AM EST

From Santa theme parks to real elves answering letters, Nina Strochlic on the ultimate in holiday... MORE

12 Biggest Christmas Song Fails

by Kevin Fallon Dec 10, 2012 4:45 AM EST

Kevin Fallon rounds up the worst attempts by music’s biggest stars to create the next Christmas hit.... MORE

The Good Giving Guide

by Abby Haglage Dec 10, 2012 4:45 AM EST

From trendy ties to a sleek iPad case, here are 12 gifts that—literally—keep on giving. MORE

The War on Christmas Is Over

by David Sessions Dec 10, 2012 12:00 AM EST

Christmas won. MORE

Christmas Music Sucks (Mostly)

by Malcolm Jones Dec 7, 2012 4:45 AM EST

Halfhearted Christmas albums, lousy overplayed songs.... MORE

National Christmas Tree Lit

Dec 6, 2012 7:06 PM EST

Neil Patrick Harris hosts the event. MORE

Holiday Books Gift Guide

by Jimmy So, Lucas Wittmann Nov 30, 2012 4:45 AM EST

From what to get your bratty cousin to the perfect gift for Dad, herewith our ultimate gift guide... MORE

Sandy vs. Santa

by Laura Colarusso Nov 28, 2012 4:45 AM EST

Hurricane Sandy has come and gone, and while thousands lost their homes, holiday planning continues... MORE