Christmas lawyer wins settlement against HOA that tried to shut down his holiday display in Idaho, plans bigger celebration this year with their settlement money.

Since the early 20th century, Christmas has evolved from a religious holiday to a hugely popular cultural holiday observed by Christian and secular people across the globe who gather with families, exchange gifts and cards and decorate Christmas trees. Here’s a look at the history, beliefs and the evolution of Christmas:

What actually constitutes a white Christmas depends on where you’re celebrating. In the United States, the National Weather Service sets a bar: at least one inch of snow must be on the ground on Christmas morning, or at least one inch must fall during the day. To the north, Canadians have a slightly different measure.

The history of the White House Christmas card list is long, unique, with annual messages as unique as the former presidents themselves.

If you're hoping for a festive skywatching surprise, Christmas week is shaping up to be more active than usual in space. Fast solar wind from a large coronal hole on the sun has already triggered minor (G1) geomagnetic storms and forecasters say unsettled conditions could persist into Christmas.

Del Frisco’s restaurants will be open for business on the holiday. Many Denny’s restaurants will be open on Christmas. Eddie Merlot’s restaurants will be open on the holiday. Select El Pollo Loco locations will be open on Christmas. Customers can view the full list on the chain's website.

Thousands of people traveled from nearby towns and villages to attend Bethlehem's annual Christmas Eve tree lighting ceremony, which was canceled the last two years.

Prince William reportedly plans to modernize royal Christmas traditions by including palace staff and making gift exchanges less formal when he becomes king.