Tracking Santa: NORAD's Jolly Tradition Since 1955
Published on: Dec. 25, 2025, 6:25 a.m. | Source: Devdiscourse
Each Christmas Eve, NORAD tracks Santa Claus's global journey, a tradition dating back to a 1955 misprint. The North American Aerospace Defense Command uses radar and satellite systems to monitor Santa's sleigh ride, updating children worldwide. This festive exercise is both a joyful ritual and a delightful testament to technology's reach.
