In the Czech Republic, the gift-bringer is Ježíšek, the baby Jesus. This tradition is closely tied to the country’s Christian roots. Unlike Santa Claus, Ježíšek is an invisible, almost mystical figure ...

waiting for Santa Claus and buying gifts for your loved ones. To others, Christmastime is all of those things, plus a celebration of the birth of Jesus Christ. But was Jesus actually born in December?

Santa Claus’ suit may be one of his immutable features today, but he didn’t always wear red — and his closet used to be much more expansive. The legendary gift-giver’s style is just one indicator of ...

As Christmas nears, New York Times journalists send dispatches from places like Santa Claus ... A statue of the baby Jesus had been stolen from a Nativity scene. The theft was indicative of ...