On Dec. 31, 1879, Thomas Edison first demonstrated his electric incandescent lights for the public by illuminating some 100 ...

Credit typically goes to inventor and entrepreneur Thomas Edison. But the actual story is more complicated and interesting.

National Electrical Contractors Association (NECA): A few facts about the origin of electric Christmas lights - Information ...

While many things have changed from a century ago, human nature remains the same, Tribune columnist Cal Thomas writes.

Americans’ love of holiday decorations has turned Christmas from a humble affair to a sparkly spectacle ...

On December 22, 1882, a new kind of holiday magic flickered to life, forever changing how we celebrate Christmas. That day, ...

Two years after New York City's other famous tradition, the Rockefeller tree-lighting, the Rockettes started their "Christmas ...

The enactment of the Sustainable Harnessing and Advancement of Nuclear Energy for Transforming India (SHANTI) Act recently ...

The coniferous tree, a charming part of Christmas, was lit up with candles for years. These posed a hazard as they could ...

Discover Sarasota’s best outdoor restaurants: sunny patios, waterfront views, fresh seafood, and unforgettable vibes under ...

Let’s face it: the world is full of trends that come and go. Some we scratch our heads at (remember that fidget spinner craze ...