UnsplashJingle bells, initially meant for Thanksgiving, was composed by James Lord Pierpont and originally titled “One Horse Open Sleigh” before becoming known as “Jingle Bells.” Despite its Christmas association, the song’s lyrics have a rebellious nature with themes of drag-racing and picking up girls. Pierpont, a Confederate supporter during the Civil War, had a controversial background, making the song’s sentimentality questionable.
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Who is Noa-Lynn van Leuven? Transgender darts player set for World Championship debut
Noa-Lynn van Leuven, the first transgender darts player to compete at the PDC World Championship, faces challenges and misconceptions regarding her transition journey and success in the sport. Despite facing hostility, she emphasizes her passion for darts and the happiness it brings her, highlighting the importance of accurate representation and understanding in her story. The PDC supports her participation based on their guidelines for transgender players in competition, as she prepares to compete in the...
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