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Christians mark Christmas amid rising attacks across India

Christians across India marked Christmas under heightened tension as Hindu nationalist groups targeted prayer services, carol singing and public festivities. Attacks and intimidation were reported from several states, including Madhya Pradesh, Kerala, Chhattisgarh and Delhi during the final days of Advent.

Christians mark Christmas amid rising attacks across India

1914: The story of the Christmas Truce

On Christmas Eve in 1914, many men were in the trenches fighting the war, but the spirit of Christmas halted the conflict for a brief period. This is the story …

1914: The story of the Christmas Truce

Candlelight, carols and chalk blessings shape Christmas across Eastern Europe

Receiving a chalk blessing at the doorway or decorating wooden boats instead of Christmas trees may seem unfamiliar to many outside the region. Yet across Eastern and Central Europe, Christmas is still marked by traditions shaped by faith, memory and shared life — customs that quietly anchor the season in meaning and community. 

Candlelight, carols and chalk blessings shape Christmas across Eastern Europe

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