The concept of Christmas elves, with roots in European mythology, has been around almost as long as any Christmas tradition, ...

Twin sisters Chanda Bell and Christa Pitts grew up with a family tradition that is now a booming business. They, along with ...

Elf on the Shelf is often sold as harmless holiday magic, but the story behind it can feel oddly unsettling once you spell it ...

Many people mistakenly believe that the one true symbol of the American Christmas is Santa Claus. These people are wrong. Sure, every mall worth its Auntie Anne’s salt has a Saint Nick in the food ...

According to a 1998 survey, 54.4 percent of Icelanders believe in elves. Also known as the "Huldufolk" or "hidden people," elf mythology dates back centuries, and is seen as an important part of ...

Apparently, Calgary is a smallish town — when it comes to elves. That was the instant analysis delivered on Monday by Magnus Skarphedinsson, the headmaster of the Elf School. It's a Reykjavik think ...

Happy birthday, J.R.R. Tolkien! The author of The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings novels was born on this date in 1892. Let's celebrate with a few facts about Middle-earth's elves. 1. THE HOBBIT WAS ...