Presidents past and present have displayed breathtaking Christmas trees at the White House. Former President Benjamin Harrison is credited by the White House Historical Association […]
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College basketball fans break silence, storm the court as part of unique Christmas tradition
It’s a tradition like no other. Since 1997, the Taylor University Trojans created an official Christmas celebration which has come to be known as “Silent Night.” […]
History of the Thanksgiving turkey pardon: When the White House began the long-held holiday tradition
The White House turkey pardoning ceremony, a long-held Thanksgiving tradition formalized 77 years ago, traces its origins back decades further. Since the 1800s, it has […]
Pope Francis rejects tradition, opts for humble wooden casket and burial outside Vatican
Pope Francis has announced that he will forgo the traditional, elaborate burial rites of his predecessors in a decision that may modernize the Catholic Church. […]
Trump to continue swing state tradition in final campaign event of 2024
Former President Donald Trump will continue the tradition of ending his presidential campaigns in Grand Rapids, Michigan, the same place the former president ended his […]