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Alternative Christmas message by England boss Fabio Capello
New England football boss Cappello enlightens the English fans with a festive message!
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Reindeer Facts
The reindeer, known as caribou when wild in North America, is an Arctic and Subarctic-dwelling deer (Rangifer tarandus).
Domesticated reindeer are mostly found in northern Scandinavia and Russia, and wild reindeer are mostly found in Norway, North America, Greenland and Iceland (where they were introduced by humans in the 18th century).
Reindeer have a four-chambered stomach. They mainly eat lichens in winter, especially reindeer moss. On occasion they will also feed on lemmings, arctic char, and bird eggs.
Reindeer have specialized noses featuring nasal turbinate bones that dramatically increase the surface area within the nostrils. Incoming cold air is warmed by the animal's body heat before entering the lungs,
Reindeer hooves adapt to the season: in the summer, the footpads become spongy and provide extra traction. In the winter, the pads shrink and tighten, exposing the rim of the hoof which cuts into the ice and crusted snow
The reindeer coat has two layers of fur, a dense woolly undercoat and longer-haired overcoat consisting of hollow, air-filled hairs.
Santa Claus' reindeer were first named in the 1823 poem A Visit from St. Nicholas, where they are called Dasher, Dancer, Prancer, Vixen, Comet, Cupid, Dunder and Blixem. Dunder was later changed to Donder and ? in other works ? Donner, and Blixem was later changed to Blitzen.
Rudolph was not part of the original poem
The name of a male is referred to as a buck The name of a female is referred to as a doe
The name or offspring, or a baby Reindeer, is a fawn
The collective name for a group of Reindeer is a herd
The sound made by a Reindeer is referred to as a bellow
Both male and female reindeer grow antlers
Antlers are shed during the winter
The reindeer, known as caribou when wild in North America, is an Arctic and Subarctic-dwelling deer (Rangifer tarandus). ... more -
Santas All Around: Merry Christmas!!
Santas All Around: Merry Christmas!!" This piece presents a number of very colorful holiday photographs; some of them are vintage Christmas images. In addition, it also has a wonderful photo-gallery and Christmas music videos.
I hope that you'll take a look and enjoy this piece!! Santas All Around: Merry Christmas!!" This piece presents a number of very colorful holiday photographs; some of them are vintage Chri... more -
Truman Capote's A Christmas Memory: Life as a Spiritual Orphan
In "A Christmas Memory," Capote paid loving tribute to his old cousin, Miss Sook Faulk, who nourished and cared for him during his childhood loneliness living in a tiny Alabama hamlet. The article has biographic notes, superb vintage photographs, a vivid slideshow and a video tribute to Capote. The full audio of Capote reading "A Christmas Memory" is included. In "A Christmas Memory," Capote paid loving tribute to his old cousin, Miss Sook Faulk, who nourished and cared for him during his chi... more
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Photo of the Day: Desperately Lonely Santa
"Photo of the Day: Desperately Lonely Santa." This is a very, very lonely Santa seen in Times Square. The stunningly colorful photograph is presented for you in high-resolution, although it is also extremely sad. The photograph is accompanied by a touching, heart-warming vintage animated music video (1934), "The Shanty Where Santy Lives."
I truly hope you'll take a look at this composition! "Photo of the Day: Desperately Lonely Santa." This is a very, very lonely Santa seen in Times Square. The stunningly colorful photogr... more -
Very Chilly, Downright Freezing Winter Snow Scenes
"Chilly Winter Snow Scenes." This presents a stunning, high resolution B&W photograph of a snow scene in New York's Central Park. Also, it has a gallery of winter scenes from around the world. Finally, it has a related, delightfully creative, somewhat daffy animated video entitled "It's White Out!!"
I that hope you'll look at this piece and enjoy it!! "Chilly Winter Snow Scenes." This presents a stunning, high resolution B&W photograph of a snow scene in New York's Central Park. ... more -
Dan Fogelberg Dies at 56: His Music was Powerful in its Simplicity
Dan Fogelberg, the singer and songwriter whose hits defined the soft-rock era, died on Sunday. His songs, such as "Same Old Lang Syne," were powerful in their simplicity, conveying his emotions through his soft, tender delivery and his poignant lyrics. Wonderful photographs and the music video of "Same Old Lang Syne" are included. Dan Fogelberg, the singer and songwriter whose hits defined the soft-rock era, died on Sunday. His songs, such as "Same Old Lang Syne,... more
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Unsilent Night
Unsilent Night is like a Christmas caroling party except that the people don't sing. People in Boulder Colorado brought out their boom boxes,mp3 players and even cell phones to play ambient, holiday-esque music as they walked through downtown. The magical sounds of this unique event are heard worldwide from NYC to Sydney. for more info go to www.unsilentnight.com Unsilent Night is like a Christmas caroling party except that the people don't sing. People in Boulder Colorado brought out their boo... more
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Photo of the Day: Snow-Garden
"Photo of the Day: Snow-Garden." This is a superb, elegant photograph that is presented to you in stunning high-resolution. The photograph is accompanied by a related, delightfully wonderful animated music video, entitled "It's White Out!!"
I deeply hope that you'll take a look and enjoy this one!! "Photo of the Day: Snow-Garden." This is a superb, elegant photograph that is presented to you in stunning high-resolution. The photog... more -
Lights of Life
A drive-thru Christmas light display consisting of approx 2 million lights is on every evening at Life University in Marietta Ga.
Every night from 6pm - 11pm, till New Years Eve.
A drive-thru Christmas light display consisting of approx 2 million lights is on every evening at Life University in Marietta Ga. ... more -
Magical Pipedreams: A Visual-Musical Holiday Delight
"Magical Pipedreams: A Visual-Musical Holiday Delight." This piece presents colorful photographs, offered to you in high-resolution. In addition, the composition includes a delightful animated ambient music video. Enjoy!! "Magical Pipedreams: A Visual-Musical Holiday Delight." This piece presents colorful photographs, offered to you in high-resolution. I... more
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SantaCon
The idea of Santa Claus brings about pleasant images of toys, cookies and a jolly laugh. But not all Santa Clauses are created equal. In Boulder Colorado, a group of 50 not so common Santa Clauses hit the malls to inspire the true 'non materialistic' meaning of Christmas in shoppers. The idea of Santa Claus brings about pleasant images of toys, cookies and a jolly laugh. But not all Santa Clauses are created equal. ... more
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Happy Holidays: Behold the Feelings of Joy
"Happy Holidays: Behold the Feelings of Joy." Wonderful, engaging photographs of people showing great feelings of happiness and joy, presented for you in high-resolution. This piece is accompanied by a music video, entitled "Joy."
Take a look, I sincerely hope that it gives you some pleasure during this holiday season!! "Happy Holidays: Behold the Feelings of Joy." Wonderful, engaging photographs of people showing great feelings of happiness and joy, p... more -
Photos of the Day: Vintage Christmas “Found Photos”
"Photos of the Day: Vintage Christmas "Found Photos." This is a set of vintage Christmas "found photos." They range from the humorous, to the downright strange. My personal favorite is "The Most Unfortunate Midnight Mass Ever."
For a good chuckle, take a look at these. Best wishes and Happy Holidays to all!! "Photos of the Day: Vintage Christmas "Found Photos." This is a set of vintage Christmas "found photos." They range from the humorous,... more -
Christmas is the Most Grobanful Time of the Year
Josh Groban's Christmas album was released in October and is titled Noel. Groban interprets the holiday classics without sacrificing an ounce of the charm that has made them so beloved. The album debuted at Number One on the Billboard charts, where it remains today. This article includes great photographs, and two of Josh Groban's music video's (I'll be Home for Christmas and You Are Loved).
Best holiday wishes to everyone. I hope that you all enjoy this piece!!
Josh Groban's Christmas album was released in October and is titled Noel. Groban interprets the holiday classics without sacrificing ... more -
Holiday webcam lovefest
Here at the Current TV offices, the holidays mean yet another chance to goof off in front of our webcams.
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Kids characters take on the industry giants of pop
Have you ever tried to release a Christmas song?
Did you know that the big chain stores wont stock any singles that are not top 20?
so how does a song get to be top 20 if no-one can buy it?
Well it takes a whole lot of work and a whole lotta determination.
This song Santa's beard comes out of a shed in the singers back garden, the aim is to wish every one a Green Christmas. Hopefully make a few people think about what they do over the festive season. But mostly so Snip and Clip can go on helping our children learn about the environment in the future.
Ever wished for a completely unknown artist to get to number 1 at Christmas?
If you like your Christmas song a bit kitsch and a lot of fun and all with a good message: jump on the green bandwagon!!!
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Electronic Xmas Tree
Hang your XMAS CARD VIDEO here...
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angel sings merry xmas
never too early to get in the spirit.. especially when it comes from Katie Melua
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Joe Gets Jolly
Joe visits the town of Santa Claus, Indiana, to visit a Santa expert at the Candy Castle and get schooled on what it takes to get jolly. Joe visits the town of Santa Claus, Indiana, to visit a Santa expert at the Candy Castle and get schooled on what it takes to get joll... more
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