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NORAD’s Santa tracker was a Cold War morale boost. Now it attracts millions of kids

NORAD’s annual tracking of Santa has endured since the Cold War, predating ugly sweater parties and Mariah Carey classics.

By BEN FINLEY

The Christmas tradition has become nearly global in scope: Children from around the world track Santa Claus as he sweeps across the earth, delivering presents and defying time.