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Adoration of the Magi in the Snow

... that the Adoration of the Magi in the Snow (pictured), recently re-dated, is now known to be the earliest of Bruegel's snow paintings?
... that the Philly Specials, formed by three football players from the Philadelphia Eagles, have recorded Christmas music with Stevie Nicks and Boyz II Men?
... that heavy spring rains caused a poor harvest of the Dickinson pumpkin, leading to a canned pumpkin shortage for Christmas in 2015?
... that Holiday Seasoning was promoted with the release of holiday seasonings?
... that HMT Night Hawk was sunk on Christmas Day 1914 while trawling for mines off Scarborough, England?
... that the National Gingerbread House Competition, despite its name, has featured gingerbread merry-go-rounds, sea monsters, and even the Statue of Liberty?
... that Pflaumentoffel, edible figures made from prunes, were sold by children in German Christmas markets in the 19th century?
... that "The Christmas Invasion" led to Christmas specials becoming a staple for Doctor Who?
... that A. krampus has been found living in southeastern Brazil?