Popular myths about the classic holiday tune have circulated for decades, obscuring its origins on the minstrel stage.

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It wasn't always called 'Jingle Bells' either. The initial title was 'One Horse Open Sleigh,' but ultimately that got changed ...

Look who’s lighting up Slidell for Christmas He’s got it done and now, so will you. Just say “cheese”. Or maybe Jingle Bells.

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IMAGE: A man dressed as Santa Claus greets a child during Christmas season celebrations at the Esplanade of Ministries in Brasilia, Brazil. Photograph: Adriano Machado/Reuters IMAGE: Members of ...

It is noted that traditional Christmas carols, as well as English-language songs and Western melodies like Jingle Bells, are banned. In addition, the presence of Santa Claus (St Nicholas in the ...