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December has arrived, and this means that Christmas is around the corner. One popular Christmas tradition is hanging stockings by the fireplace. To learn about the origins of this tradition, check out “The History of Christmas Stockings.” Another thing commonly associated with Christmas is reindeer. While these animals might not be able to fly in the sky, they have many other special features. The article “Reindeer—The Reality behind the Myths” is full of information about these majestic creatures. If you are looking to pick up a fun sport this winter, then ice climbing might be perfect for you. “The Thrills and Chills of Ice Climbing” has all the information you need to know about this exhilarating sport. Maybe you are someone who likes to spend time relaxing on a cruise ship. “Charting the Fast Route: Hurtigruten Norway’s Zero-Emission Cruise Ship” looks at one company’s effort to make the cruise ship industry more environmentally friendly. These are just some of the great articles you will find in the December issue of Analytical English .