History
In the Bible, Angels Can Be Deadly
Placing angels on our tree might seem an odd tradition given this complex history. Yet perhaps that complexity is itself the point.
The Candles of Advent Herald a Birth and a Second Coming
Early traditions of Advent focused on more than the manger.
Calf’s Head Consommé With Truffle Quenelles
A history of what the royals ate for Christmas, from the exotic to the everyday.
Who Were the Magi?
A brief mention in one gospel spawned some of the most iconic Christmas imagery.
The Millennia-Long Journey from Christmas to Exmass
For centuries, Christians barely took notice of Jesus’ birth.
The Critical Race Theory of Court Intellectuals
Court intellectuals construct a deterministic history in which only facts that help the case count as relevant facts.
Syria: Not Our Fault, Not Our Problem
When refugee activists demand we take more Syrians, tell ’em to get stuffed.
How Does the Sun Affect Climate?
Contrary to the climate change narrative, the Sun is pretty important.
The Growing List of Trump’s Conquered Dynasties
He has left a trail of wrecked legacies in his wake.
Did the Atomic Bombs Save American Lives?
A look at the death estimates at the time and alternative solutions.