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Christmas traditions worldwide

Christmas traditions around the world are diverse, but share key traits that often involve themes of light, evergreens and hope. Probably the most celebrated holiday...

History of Christmas

Christmas is celebrated on December 25 and is both a sacred religious holiday and a worldwide cultural and commercial phenomenon. For two millennia, people...

The origin story of Santa Claus

Santa Claus—otherwise known as Saint Nicholas or Kris Kringle—has a long history steeped in Christmas traditions. Today, he is thought of mainly as the jolly...

Owl “poses” as Christmas tree star after entering home (VIDEO)

A family in Virginia, USA, had an unexpected visitor during the Christmas season. A wild barred owl flew into their home through the chimney, according...

ON THIS DAY: Franz Xaver Gruber composes “Silent Night” (1818)

On 24 December 1818, Austrian composer Franz Xaver Gruber created one of the most enduring and beloved Christmas carols of all time, "Silent Night"...

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Erhürman to attend COP31 summit in Antalya

Turkish Cypriot leader Tufan Erhürman is travelling to Antalya...

ON THIS DAY: World’s first petrol-powered motorcycle unveiled (1885)

On November 10, 1885, German engineer Gottlieb Daimler unveiled...

Third arrest of 35-year-old woman in Peyia murder case

Police have arrested a third person in connection with...

Winners of Stelios Awards for Young Entrepreneurs announced

The Stelios Awards for Young Entrepreneurs in Cyprus have...
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