Every time you switch on the radio these days, you can hear a musical variety of holiday cheer being spread by the rock star du jour -- Madonna's "Santa Baby" and U2's "Christmas (Baby Please Come Home)" are radio-wave mainstays in late December. Although you might suspect a growing commercial exploitation of the Christmas spirit, there's a special story behind these hits.

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It isn't often you hear of a self-published book catching the attention of the public and the book world alike. But two wildlife photographers from northwestern Michigan have been enjoying that rare experience with their new book "Stranger in the Woods: A Photographic Fantasy."

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It was the busiest travel day this holiday week, with planes leaving airports over 80 percent full.

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With first lady Hillary Rodham Clinton by his side, President Bill Clinton gave his Christmas address Thursday afternoon from the White House.

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