You’ve been lied to, children heard from a bishop, the latest Catholic clergyman to try to take down Santa Claus and consumerism. Many Italians were not pleased.
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Trying to Reach the North Pole? Check Your Wi-Fi
It used to be that a handwritten letter was the only way to get in touch with Santa. Now he’s reachable by email, text and even video chat. But who, exactly, is on the other end of the line?
1969: 12 Santa Clauses Arrested in London
The police in London arrested, then released on bail, 12 labor union members who picketed a department store dressed as Santa Claus.
Santa Arrested in Iraq? Social Media Says Yes, Police Say No
The Iraqi police said that a widely shared photo had been taken not in Iraq but in Syria, and that the officers in the picture with the Santa were helping distribute presents to children.
Secret Santa Leaves 2-Year-Old Girl Gifts for the Next 14 Christmases
A man in Wales regaled Twitter with the tale of a now-deceased neighbor organizing presents for his daughter until she is 16.