Environment
Christmas sweaters are the culprit causing ocean pollution
Most Christmas sweaters are made from plastic and this has the potential to contribute to plastic pollution in the global oceans.
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'Kiss under mistletoe' during Christmas: where does this custom come from and what does it mean?
On Christmas day, Western couples practice to give each other kiss under the mistletoe. But for what?
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Christmas on Mars: ESA publishes beautiful pictures of snow and ice on Red Planet
The picture was published at the time of Christmas approaching, and also to celebrate the 15th anniversary of the Mar Express ship entering orbit Mars.
Oceanography
This cartoon-like fish shows how amazing nature can be
Jim Burton is an American director, producer and animation artist. He is the author of many classic cartoons, and the most prominent is the movie about ghosts.
Space science
Asteroids have a velocity 'terrible' about to cross the Earth at Christmas
According to new data released from NASA, from now until 9 January 2019, there will be 9 asteroids
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Re-export of Loch Ness Lake monster just before Christmas?
A woman has just said she saw Loch Ness lake monster over the internet, The Sun reported.
Health
Christmas nights are prone to heart attacks
Researchers at Lund University in Sweden say the risk of a person's heart attack increases at 22:00 on December 24.
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Why is there a Christmas? (2)
Ice cave, manger, star, Christmas tree ... are indispensable symbols every Christmas.
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Distinguish the 24th and the 25th day during Christmas
Finding the truth behind the usual misconceptions about two days of Christmas celebrations ...
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Why is there a Christmas? (first)
Christmas is beyond the religious framework and filled with the loving atmosphere of people around the world.
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Western dishes for the Christmas season
Depending on the culture, geography of each country, Christmas cuisine is also different. Here are the dishes commonly found in many countries.
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The origin and meaning of Christmas tree
The current Christmas tree or Christmas tree stems from the custom of burning a log on the Eastern solstice of the ancient Celts.
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What is Boxing Day?
One of the most meaningful holidays at the end of the year is called Boxing Day. If the original translation of the Boxing Day phrase means