From Christianity Today, an article on the invasion of God: The so-called Christmas wars are much larger than we imagine. Many of the "PC gone mad!" stories about Christmas cards and cribs being outlawed are little more than rumours — so why do people believe them? From New Humanist, an article on the absurdity of referring to Christmas by alternative names; and Nightmare before Christmas: When Robin Ince was invited onto TV to debate the "de-Christianisation" of Christmas, the flawed arguments of Vanessa Feltz and Stephen Green were enough to leave him foaming at the mouth. From 10 Zen Monkeys, an article on Santa’s crimes against humanity. Here is a list of 10 classic toys (and why they suck). An interview with Bob Eckstein, author of The History of the Snowman. The igloo how-to: Tame the winter

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