Plainville has found itself in a heated discussion about a nativity scene that has been a part of the town's holiday tradition for over 25 years. This year, the scene was missing, and not everyone is happy about it. The Plainville Republicans took to Facebook to express their displeasure. They beli
In Naples, Italy, Christmas traditions take a quirky turn. Artisans craft detailed nativity scenes, known as presepi, for generations. These scenes often feature miniatures of famous figures. In the past, people loved statues of soccer star Diego Maradona and former Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi.
Churches are using Nativity scenes to make strong statements about immigration. In Charlotte, a church's Nativity scene includes ICE agents approaching the Holy Family. This was done to highlight the recent immigration enforcement actions in the city. The scene was vandalized by an unidentified man
You know that warm, fuzzy feeling you get during the holidays? That's what we call the "Christmas Spirit. " It's not something you can see or touch, but you definitely know when it's gone. Imagine Scrooge or the Grinch without it – they're not very nice, are they? The Christmas Spirit is like a sup
Every December, you’ll see twinkling lights, Christmas trees, and maybe even a nativity scene in town squares. For many years, these scenes were common, but some people think they shouldn’t be allowed in public places. The U. S. has a long history of religious displays during the holidays. However,
