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Archbishop of Canterbury and pope focus on Gaza in Christmas messages

‘Around the world we are beset with violence,’ Justin Welby says as he reflects on the plight of children in war

The Guardian - UK

Ukrainians celebrate Christmas on 25 December for first time under new law

Ukrainians celebrated Christmas on 25 December for the first time following a change to the law which moved the festival from the Orthodox celebration on 7 January.

Radio France Internationale

Archbishop of Canterbury to use Christmas Day sermon to highlight Gaza suffering

The Archbishop will reflect on the plight of newborns in Gazan hospitals without electricity.

Evening Standard

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Church of Scotland issues Gaza statement as Christmas cancelled in Bethlehem

THE Church of Scotland has issued a Christmas statement as the war in Gaza rages on and the usual festivities in Bethlehem are cancelled.

The National (Scotland)

Gaza War Makes For Sombre Christmas In The Holy Land

Sadness over the war in Gaza subdued the holiday cheer in Bethlehem on Christmas Eve, when the biblical town would usually be decked out in festive finery.

International Business Times

Pope Kicks Off Christmas Celebrations In Shadow Of War

Pope Francis has kicked off global Christmas celebrations with a call for peace, as Israel's war on Hamas and Russia's invasion of Ukraine cast a shadow over one of the world's favourite holidays.

International Business Times

Merry Christmas 2023: 20 religious Christmas quotes about Jesus

23One of the most widely celebrated festivals across the world, Christmas commemorates the birth of Jesus Christ, a central figure in Christianity. The festival is celebrated with great enthusiasm and fervour by not just Christians but also people of other faiths on December 25th every year. The story unfolds in…

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Far-right activist blasts Speaker Phelan for being "pro-Muslim" in political mailer

The card insinuates that Phelan wants to wish his constituents a happy Ramadan instead of a merry Christmas. Muslim Texans say it’s Islamophobic and some Republicans say it doesn't reflect Christian values.

The Texas Tribune

Pope Kicks Off Christmas Celebrations In Shadow Of Wars

Pope Francis on Sunday kicked off global Christmas celebrations with a call for peace, as Israel's war on Hamas and Russia's invasion of Ukraine cast a shadow over one of the world's favourite holidays.

International Business Times

‘You better pray’: Christian nationalist groups are mobilizing before the 2024 elections

‘Patriot’ groups – which deny Trump’s 2020 defeat and are pressing for voting restrictions – are proliferating

The Guardian - US

Bethlehem's Nativity scene depicts baby Jesus amidst Gaza's rubble

This holiday season, Bethlehem's Christmas celebrations take on a somber tone amidst the war in Gaza. A nativity scene depicts baby Jesus lying amidst the ...

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Bethlehem Cancels Christmas Amidst Israel-Hamas War Fallout

In the face of tragedy and war, Bethlehem forgoes the usual Christmas festivities, causing an economic blow to its tourism sector.

International Business Times

Christmas Muted In 'Grieving' Bethlehem

Outside Bethlehem's Church of the Nativity in the Palestinian West Bank, the throngs of tourists and pilgrims who normally rub shoulders with costumed Santas and marching bands are missing this year.

The Independent UK

Under the shadow of war in Gaza, Jesus' traditional birthplace is gearing up for a subdued Christmas

Bethlehem is gearing up for a subdued Christmas without the festive lights and customary Christmas tree towering over Manger Square

WEKU

These are some Christmas traditions around the world, from fistfights to KFC

Some of these traditions' origin stories and how they are implemented can vary by region or households, but they nonetheless help bring holiday cheer to those who celebrate.

Latin Times

Don Omar vs. Daddy Yankee: Reggaeton's Most Notorious Beef Has Come to an End After Decades

The historic rivalry between reggaeton icons Don Omar and Daddy Yankee ended with a heartfelt reconciliation, symbolizing a new era of shared spiritual paths

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