Got a pet fish for Christmas? Not sure what to do? Step 1: Don’t put it in a bowl this small.
7 Chilling 80S Vampire Movies for Spooking up Your Holidays
Of course we’re watching ’80s vampire movies for the holidays because really, why not?
From Ours to Yours: The History of the Christmas Card and Why Itโs Here to Stay (For Now)
The Christmas card was meant to save time while allowing its sender to maintain social customs around letter-writing and visitation. As our social and technological norms evolve, so too does the Christmas card.
From Rome to Royals: The Illustrious History of Fruitcake and Why We Hate It Now
Fruitcake’s illustrious history stretches from the Roman Empire to U.K. royal weddings, but despite its staying power, everyone seems to hate it.
I Don’t “Believe” in Tarot but I Read Cards AnywayโHere’s Why You Might Want to Try It This 2023
There’s a side to tarot that’s more meditative and analytical. Here’s why you can gain from it even if you don’t believe in its “predictive abilities”.
These Cute Low Maintenance Fish Make Perfect Pets for First Time Fishkeepers
Taking care of fish can be a very expensive hobby, but if youโre looking for a place to start, these low-maintenance fish are the best ones.
Christmas Dishes From Around the World to Shake Up Your Christmas Menu
Running out of ideas for Christmas dishes to serve up? Weโve got your back with these recipes from around the world.
Enjoying the Holidays Without Gaining (Too Much) Weight, Experts Weigh In On Minimizing December Set Backs
Say no to post-holidays yoyo dieting! Weโve asked experts for tips on how to minimize fitness setbacks during the holidays.
7 December Holidays That Arenโt Christmas
Christmas may be the star of the show but itโs not the only December holiday out there. These lesser known December holidays will give you a reason to celebrate throughout the month.
Here’s How to Make a Structurally Sound Gingerbread House According to an Engineer
Tired of your gingerbread houses collapsing? Time to get serious and learn how to make a structurally sound gingerbread house.
10 Christmas Board Games to Distract Your Family From Arguing
Home for the holidays and want to keep your family from arguing over politics again? Time to distract them with a board game.
What’s a Feast of the Seven Fishes?: An Intro to an Italian-American Christmas Tradition
The Feast of the Seven Fishes traces its roots to Southern Italy. Today, its menu has been changed to adapt to a wider range of palettes, letting Italian-Americans share it with everyone.
8 Weird Christmas Ornaments That Will Weird Out Your Housemates
How do you feel about a happy, jolly, bizarre Christmas tree? These weird Christmas ornaments are cute yet quirky additions to your holiday decor.
If You’re Reading This, Stop Gifting Pets for Christmas or, at Least, Do It Right
Pets are cute but unless you’re sure someone is ready for them, they’re easily the worst gift idea ever.
No Pride Flags!: 2022 Christmas Gifts You Can Get for LGBTQ+ Folks That Are Actually Cool
No Pride flags and tacky merch here! Acceptance is the best gift for the queer people in your life, but these Christmas gift ideas can make a decent second placer.
MyProAna and the Eating Disorder Spaces of the Internet
MyProAna, once the biggest ED space on the internet, was a place where people could receive support and dangerous tips on how to worsen their condition.
Why Daemon Targaryen Baffles and Dazzles Us
Daemon Targaryen’s behavior swings wildly from the honorable to the reprehensible and that’s part of his charm.
Why Video Games Are So Good at Existential Horror
Existential horror has found a new home in video games, a medium that seems to be built for the kind of fear it evokes.
Rhaegar Targaryen and the Targaryen Obsession With Prophecy
Rhaegar Targaryen’s obsession with the three heads of the dragon drove Westeros to war and it’s not even the first time a propechy-obsessed Targaryen did something morally dubious.
Arcane’s Viktor Is Complicated and Complex: A Breakdown of His Motives and Goals
In the wise words of Taylor Swift, Viktor is going to teach us what it really means to root for the anti-hero.
What Is Parachute Science?: How Neo-Colonialism Influences Research and Authorship et al.
Dive into parachute science, a parasitic approach to data gathering that cuts host country researchers off from opportunities in their field.
2022 Christmas Gifts for Your Group of Friends
Finding a Christmas gift is one thing, but finding a gift that will suit your entire friend group is another. Here are some suggestions on what you can get all your buds.
The Full Jane Foster Timeline: From Thor’s Girlfriend to the Mighty Thor Herself
Jane Foster’s abrupt return to the MCU as Thor has left fans scratching their heads as to where she’s been the entire time…or worse, who she is.
Kaeya Genshin Impact Guide for Artifacts, Weapons, and Talents
Kaeya is a Cryo 4-star character given early in Genshin Impact as a starter unit. Here’s how you can get the most out of Kaeya.