Horses are instinctively wired to run from danger. So how did medieval armies train them to thunder towards enemy lines ...

Discover the Christmas charm of Ribeauvillé, a medieval town in Alsace, northeastern France. With twinkling lights, historic ...

When people think of the European Middle Ages, it often brings to mind grinding poverty, superstition and darkness. But the ...

At Christmas, Ribeauvillé becomes one of Alsace’s most enchanting destinations. This 4K walk takes you through charming ...

Legends about Jesus’ early years circulated widely in the Middle Ages. Mary Dzon reflects on some of the stories.

Originally a Christian holiday celebrating the birth of Jesus, Christmas has evolved into a global cultural event.

Since the early 20th century, Christmas has evolved from a religious holiday to a hugely popular cultural holiday observed by ...

By: Mary Dzon, University of Tennessee Manger scenes displayed around Christmastime usually feature an ox and an ass beside ...

At the end of the year, celebrations of different meanings overlap and intertwine in what are often called around the world ...

A researcher has documented a cleft lip in an ancient mummified head from the Andes, a condition that may have been seen as a ...

Get more details on the Boar's Head and Yule Log Festival at the Episcopal Church of Bethesda-by-the-Sea in Palm Beach.