Christmas Links #22


In the Bleak Midwinter - the world's favourite Christmas carol:
"Ashutosh Khandekar heads back to a particularly bleak midwinter in the early 20th century, as he traces the chilly history of one of today’s most beloved carols."

Why Switzerland is busy fixing up its vast network of nuclear bunkers:
"Most homes have Cold War-era bunkers, but they’ve been turned into wine cellars and storage units."

"From soft, buttery cheddar to crumbly caerphilly, here’s our pick of cheeses that will benefit you, the animal and the environment."

"I'm gonna hold your hand when I tell you this: some of these movies aren't as good as you think they are."

"Hungry for in-person interaction, Gen Z and millennial players are joining old-fashioned chess, mahjong and backgammon groups."

"62% of mums say they find Christmas at least fairly stressful, compared to 44% of dads and 45% of women who do not have children."

"Here is the charming original CBS promo for "A Charlie Brown Christmas" from 1965."

"Charles Dickens' timeless classic about a bitter old man who has a Christmas epiphany. Read by Sean Baker. Produced by Anne Bunting."

"Many will remember the city as it looks here."

"Our festive traditions are constantly evolving - Christmas trees remain popular but mince pies and carols appear to be falling out of favour. Historian Dr. Kate Williams explains why that is and what makes a modern Christmas."
on Tuesday, December 17, 2024 0 comments Labels:

Christmas Links #21


School nativity play gets the hump:
"Live animals have starred alongside children at a Wokingham school's nativity play."

"Farmers say good growing conditions will result in a bumper crop, with the average sprout 30mm in diameter."

"Behind the scenes with the teams designing the London store’s festive windows."

"Don Quixote may sally forth again, but this time in a manner that does justice to filmmaker Orson Welles’ vision."

"From Tracy Emin at The Connaught to John Galliano at Claridge's, we take a look at the creative collaborations that have been brightening up luxury hotel lobbies over the years."

"Italy's most atmospheric city proved the ideal choice for a solo, festive break, with plenty of surprises."

"What was your favourite British TV show this year? From Doctor Who to Wolf Hall, Slow Horses to Baby Reindeer and more."

"On Christmas Day in 1921, a Swedish immigrant quietly wheeled his hot dog stand to a street corner in Boston’s North End and distributed 500 free hot dogs to hungry children."

"Dave Gorman spends each December dressed as Father Christmas."

"As someone who doesn't really have a sweet tooth, the festive season seems to be my one downfall, so I was all too willing to give this simple yet tasty recipe a go."
on Monday, December 16, 2024 0 comments Labels:

Christmas Links #20

 
"Rev Dr Paul Chamberlain apologises for talk at Hampshire school after angry parents say he ‘ruined Christmas’."

"If you're unfamiliar with the Jezebel lore, I hate this holiday and have previously tried to figure out why. But this year, I'm going to do as Sheryl Sandberg said and lean in, baby."

"The singer visited Mercy Hospital in Kansas City days after the end of her Eras tour."

"Dachshunds sporting Santa suits, elf costumes and Christmas tree hats took to the streets of London in the annual Hyde Park Sausage Dog Walk."

"Westhoughton was filled with the joyful sound of bell ringing yesterday morning, Saturday, following a visit from Father Christmas, to raise money for a great cause."

"More than 100 scuba divers dressed in Santa Claus outfits are set to take part in a charity dive."

"Every year around this time, as people settle into watching their favorite holiday films, there is one big question that always seems to come up without fail: Just what kind of jobs did Kevin McCallister’s parents in “Home Alone” have to be able to afford that sprawling house and take a family of 15 to Paris for the holidays?"

Holiday Trek: The Motion Pictures (Captain Please Come Home):
"The Holiday Adventure is Just Beginning."

"The Dutch city of Deventer transformed Saturday into a pocket of 19th-century England, with 950 people in costumes bringing characters from Charles Dickens’ books to life."

"Get up close and personal with Snoopy and the rest of the Peanuts gang. We created this ultimate Snoopy Museum Tokyo guide to help you prepare for your visit. Here’s your chance to learn about the museum’s exhibitions, how to buy admission tickets, and things to do when you get there!"
on Sunday, December 15, 2024 0 comments Labels:
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