The strange habits of Santa Claus are ripe for interrogation, from his use of the chimney as a thoroughfare to his use of coal as a disciplinary measure. His trademark ho ho ho raises questions, too, ...

OAKLAND, Calif. - Ever wondered what it's like to become Santa Claus? What it's like to transform yourself into a jolly fat man dressed in a furry red suit and long white beard? There may be no better ...

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Stefan Dössereck (centre right, seminar leader) and Markus von Juterczenka (centre left) teach participants during the training for aspiring Santa Clauses. Thomas Banneyer/dpa When 10 men sit together ...

Santa’s voice has been added to ChatGPT’s voice mode presets. You’ll be able to talk to digital Kris Kringle until early January. The feature is available on mobile, desktop, and web. You can finally ...

Back in 1931, millions of Americans were introduced to the modern image of Santa Claus through Coca-Cola ads featuring a bearded, rosy-cheeked fellow clad in a red suit with white trim. Santa Clauses ...

It’s the most wonderful time of the year, and ol’ St. Nick is spreading holiday cheer for all to hear Smithsonian Photo Contest Galleries Photographs selected by Allison Scates Text by Tracy Scott ...