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Orthodox Christians mark Christmas on January 7 across the world

Orthodox Christians in countries stretching from Ethiopia to Russia are celebrating Christmas today, honoring the birth of Jesus Christ with prayer, worship, and acts of compassion.For millions of ...
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Ethiopia's Christmas (Genna) — embodiment of collective festivity

For millions of people around the world, 7 January is Christmas Day when mainly Orthodox communities in Europe, Africa and ...

The forgotten 2,000-year-old tradition that keeps you warm in the winter

Harbin, where I grew up, is in northeast China. Winter temperatures regularly dip to -30°C and in January even the warmest ...