For many of us, today marks the weary return to work after the holiday break. Just in case you took a hiatus from the Internet as well as your desk, here are a few stories we just couldn't ignore (pope tackling!) from the past five days.

How do you celebrate Christmas? Tackle the Pope!

'Twas the season to attempt terrorism

Don't throw snowballs at an armed man

86-year-old Indian politician caught in bed with three ladies

Man's entire life gets gift-wrapped

Christmas in prison for Balloon Boy's parents

The man is always keeping vampires down

Woman beats up Santa Claus

The gift that keeps on giving: Poo Jewelry