President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump welcomed the celebrations at Mar-A-Lago with a Christmas Eve party on December 24 after taking calls from kids contacting the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD).

Melania to Trump: Don't Make a Fool of Yourself, Lip Reader Decodes First Couple's Awkward Exchange

The festive break is not over yet, as the United Kingdom and British Commonwealth countries celebrate Boxing Day on 26 December. Celebrated annually on the day after Christmas, the occasion is observed in many regions, and this year it falls on a Friday.

Boxing Day: Why Is It Celebrated the Day After Christmas?

Bangladesh Turmoil: Former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has launched a sharp attack on the interim government led by Muhammad Yunus, accusing it of targeting religious minorities and unleashing severe repression following her ouster. In a Christmas message, Hasina alleged that the current regime has seized power illegally and is perpetrating "unspeakable atrocities" against non-Muslims, including horrific incidents like the lynching and burning of minorities. 


Bangladesh Turmoil: Sheikh Hasina Attacks Yunus Government Over Minority Targeting

California faced severe flooding and dangerous weather conditions on Christmas Day as a powerful winter storm brought torrential rains and life-threatening atmospheric river conditions to Southern California. The storm left at least three people dead and prompted evacuation orders in several counties, including Los Angeles and San Bernardino.

California Floods: Winter Storm Dumps Heavy Rain Across Southern California 

Thousands of people have gathered in Bethlehem on Christmas Eve for the first public celebrations since 2022 after the city cancelled or muted festivities for two years out of respect for the thousands killed during Israel’s genocidal war on Gaza.


Bethlehem marks Christmas, faith remains after two years of war

Christmas celebrations lit up cities across the globe as millions gathered from Nazareth to New York, lighting trees, attending midnight prayers, and spreading messages of hope, peace, and devotion.


From Nazareth to New York, Christmas trees light up across the world, millions pray in hope

Even as the holiday season is in full swing, more people in the U.S. are buying secondhand gifts as compared to last year. This comes amid concerns over inflation and tariffs. Meanwhile, thrift retailers are attracting more shoppers.


More shoppers buy secondhand gifts in US as inflation looms

U.S. President Donald Trump joined First Lady Melania Trump in the annual NORAD Santa-tracking calls with children, a holiday tradition now in its 70th year. While answering questions about Santa’s Christmas Eve journey, Trump made light-hearted but controversial remarks about ensuring a “bad Santa” was not “infiltrating” the United States and referenced his support for coal during one exchange.
The calls, intended as a festive event for children across the country, drew attention after Trump later posted a sharply political Christmas message on social media, continuing a pattern of blending holiday greetings with partisan commentary.

Christmas 2025: Trump jokes about ‘bad Santa’ during Christmas calls with children 

Taiwan marks a historic first by officially observing Christmas Day as a public holiday after 25 years. Citizens across the island are enjoying the festive break, with businesses and schools closed for celebrations. The decision reflects changing cultural trends and growing recognition of global holidays in Taiwan

Taiwan Gets Christmas Day Off for the First Time in 25 Years

French farmers are continuing motorway blockades across the country, choosing to celebrate Christmas at protest sites. Demonstrators say the action highlights their anger over rising costs, regulations, and falling incomes. Tractors remain stationed on key roads as negotiations with the government continue. The protests have disrupted travel and drawn national attention during the holiday period.

French Farmers Continue Motorway Blockades, Celebrate Christmas at Protest Sites 

Norad, the North American Aerospace Defense Command, has kicked off its 70-year tradition of tracking Santa Claus on Christmas Eve, with US President Donald Trump joining. He and First Lady Melania Trump took calls from multiple children. Every year, Norad tracks Santa as he circles the globe, with volunteers helping to answer calls and provide updates to children on his location. The tradition started back in 1955, after a misprint in a department store led a young child to call a Colorado military command centre and ask for Santa's location.


Christmas 2025: President, First Lady talk to children awaiting Santa's arrival 

Pope Leo XIV presides over the Christmas Day Mass at the Vatican, followed by his traditional Urbi et Orbi blessing delivered from the central loggia of St Peter’s Basilica


Pope presides over Christmas eve mass, speaks out for people of Gaza amid ongoing conflict

Bethlehem marks Christmas amid fragile Gaza ceasefire 

Christmas 2025: Trump says necessary to stop a 'bad Santa' infiltrating America 

Christmas came a day early for silver. The surge to a fresh peak on wednesday turned the white metal to become a more valuable asset than apple. The bull run is expected to continue and extend into the new year.


Silver Surpasses Apple to Become Third-Largest Asset

Millions of homes light up with decorations, but where do they come from? The answer is mostly china. In 2025, china continues to dominate the global christmas decoration market, accounting for over 80 percent of all exports.

Christmas Decorations Reveal Global Trade Shift 

Christmas decorations this year reveal a major shift in global trade, highlighting China’s dominant role as the world’s leading supplier of holiday goods. From lights to ornaments, China controls a significant portion of the Christmas supply chain, influencing prices and availability worldwide.

Christmas Decorations Reveal Global Trade Shift; China Owns the World's Christmas Supply

Christmas 2025: Pope Leo XIV presided over Christmas Eve Mass at St. Peter’s Basilica, marking his first Christmas as pontiff and drawing thousands of worshippers to the Vatican. The ceremony was steeped in tradition, with the pope delivering a message focused on faith, charity, and hope, and calling for a global ceasefire and greater attention to the needs of the poor. 

Christmas 2025: Pope Leo XIV Celebrates First Christmas Mass at Vatican

President Trump, First Lady Talk to Children Awaiting Santa's Arrival

This Christmas season, the festive spirit is taking some surprising forms. From pubs in Britain to streets in Israel, tradition and celebration are facing unexpected twists. While many are looking for warmth, cheer and holiday joy, not everyone is finding it in the usual places. Watch this special story.


Christmas special: Britain’s pub revolt & a change in Christmas tradition for Jews 

The entire world is celebrating Christmas, and this joyful day is an important reminder of love, kindness, and new beginnings that we should have with each other. It is a time when everyone gathers, talks, and shares the most precious time and happiness. As we celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ, Christmas teaches us compassion, gratitude, and the joy of giving. Celebrate the festivity with others while sharing the listed top 50+ wishes, messages, quotes, and images.&nbsp;<h2>Top 50+ Christmas-worthy wishes, messages, quotes and images</h2>On the big day, check the compiled list of 50+ wishes, messages, quotes, WhatsApp messages, and images that you can share with your friends and family, making the day magical for everyone around you.<h3>Merry Christmas 2025 Wishes</h3>1. Merry Christmas 2025! May your home be filled with joy and peace. 2. Wishing you love, laughter, and warm moments this Christmas. 3. May this Christmas bring happiness to your heart and family. 4. Sending you blessings and smiles this festive season. 5. May your Christmas be bright and full of love. 6. Wishing you sweet memories and joyful celebrations. 7. May Christmas 2025 bring success and good health. 8. Hope your days are merry and your nights are calm. 9. May the magic of Christmas stay with you forever. 10. Wishing you a peaceful and joyful Merry Christmas.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/hrithik-roshan-and-his-sons-hrehaan-and-hridhaan-burn-the-dance-floor-at-a-family-wedding-watch-1766564132679">Hrithik Roshan and his sons Hrehaan and Hridhaan burn the dance floor at a family wedding |Watch</a><h2>Merry Christmas 2025 Messages</h2>11. Christmas is the time to share love and care while enjoying every moment. 12. May the beauty of Christmas fill your heart with peace. 13. Let this season remind us to be grateful and kind. 14. Christmas brings us closer with love and warmth. 15. May your days be joyful and your year be bright. 16. Celebrate Christmas with faith, hope, and happiness. 17. Let love guide your heart this Christmas. 18. May every smile you give return to you doubled. 19. Christmas is special because of people like you. 20. Wishing you calm moments and cheerful memories.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/happy-birthday-anil-kapoor-from-nayak-to-animal-watch-these-7-best-movies-of-the-icon-on-netflix-prime-video-zee5-and-other-ott-1766471958591">Happy Birthday Anil Kapoor: From Nayak to Animal- Watch these 7 best movies of the icon on Netflix, Prime Video, ZEE5 and other OTT</a><h2>Merry Christmas 2025 Quotes&nbsp;</h2>21. “Christmas waves a magic wand over this world, and behold, everything is softer and more beautiful." – Norman Vincent Peale&nbsp; 22. "The best way to spread Christmas cheer is singing loud for all to hear." – Will Ferrell 23. "Christmas is the season for kindling the fire of hospitality." – Washington 24. “It is Christmas every time you let God love others through you." – Mother Teresa&nbsp; 25. “Christmas is not a time nor a season, but a state of mind." – Calvin Coolidge&nbsp; 26. "I will honor Christmas in my heart and try to keep it all the year." – Charles Dickens&nbsp; 27. "Maybe Christmas doesn't come from a store." – Dr Seuss&nbsp; 28. “Christmas is like candy; it slowly melts in your mouth, sweetening every taste bud, making you wish it could last forever.” – Richelle E. Goodrich 29. “Blessed is the season which engages the whole world in a conspiracy of love.” – Hamilton Wright Mabie 30. “T’was the night before Christmas, when all through the house, not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse.” – Clement Clarke Moore&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/merry-christmas-2025-from-klaus-to-the-christmas-chronicles-top-7-santa-claus-based-movies-to-watch-on-netflix-prime-video-and-more-1766397568777">Merry Christmas 2025: From Klaus to The Christmas Chronicles- Top 7 Santa Claus-based movies to watch on Netflix, Prime Video, and more</a><h2>Merry Christmas 2025 WhatsApp Messages&nbsp;</h2>31. Merry Christmas 2025! Stay happy and blessed. 32. Wishing you peace, love, and joy this Christmas 33. May your Christmas be full of smiles and warmth&nbsp; 34. Sending festive cheer and good wishes&nbsp; 35. May Santa bring you happiness and success&nbsp; 36. Celebrate Christmas with love and laughter&nbsp; 37. Warm wishes for a joyful Christmas&nbsp; 38. May your heart be filled with peace this season&nbsp; 39. Enjoy sweet moments and happy memories&nbsp; 40. Merry Christmas! Stay safe and joyful&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/merry-christmas-2025-where-to-go-on-25th-december-plan-to-visit-these-6-destinations-this-festive-season-1766486214543">Merry Christmas 2025: Where to go on 25th December? Visit these 6 destinations, this festive season</a><h2>Merry Christmas 2025 Images</h2>

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Merry Christmas 2025. To celebrate the day with love, peace, and togetherness, take a look at the list of 50+ wishes, messages, quotes, and image wishes to share with your loved ones.

The entire world is celebrating Christmas, and this joyful day is an important reminder of love, kindness, and new beginnings that we should have with each other. It is a time when everyone gathers, talks, and shares the most precious time and happiness. As we celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ, Christmas teaches us compassion, gratitude, and the joy of giving. Celebrate the festivity with others while sharing the listed top 50+ wishes, messages, quotes, and images. Top 50+ Christmas-worthy wishes, messages, quotes and images On the big day, check the compiled list of 50+ wishes, messages, quotes, WhatsApp messages, and images that you can share with your friends and family, making the day magical for everyone around you. Merry Christmas 2025 Wishes 1. Merry Christmas 2025! May your home be filled with joy and peace. 2. Wishing you love, laughter, and warm moments this Christmas. 3. May this Christmas bring happiness to your heart and family. 4. Sending you blessings and smiles this festive season. 5. May your Christmas be bright and full of love. 6. Wishing you sweet memories and joyful celebrations. 7. May Christmas 2025 bring success and good health. 8. Hope your days are merry and your nights are calm. 9. May the magic of Christmas stay with you forever. 10. Wishing you a peaceful and joyful Merry Christmas. Also Read: Hrithik Roshan and his sons Hrehaan and Hridhaan burn the dance floor at a family wedding |Watch Merry Christmas 2025 Messages 11. Christmas is the time to share love and care while enjoying every moment. 12. May the beauty of Christmas fill your heart with peace. 13. Let this season remind us to be grateful and kind. 14. Christmas brings us closer with love and warmth. 15. May your days be joyful and your year be bright. 16. Celebrate Christmas with faith, hope, and happiness. 17. Let love guide your heart this Christmas. 18. May every smile you give return to you doubled. 19. Christmas is special because of people like you. 20. Wishing you calm moments and cheerful memories. Also Read: Happy Birthday Anil Kapoor: From Nayak to Animal- Watch these 7 best movies of the icon on Netflix, Prime Video, ZEE5 and other OTT Merry Christmas 2025 Quotes 21. “Christmas waves a magic wand over this world, and behold, everything is softer and more beautiful." – Norman Vincent Peale 22. "The best way to spread Christmas cheer is singing loud for all to hear." – Will Ferrell 23. "Christmas is the season for kindling the fire of hospitality." – Washington 24. “It is Christmas every time you let God love others through you." – Mother Teresa 25. “Christmas is not a time nor a season, but a state of mind." – Calvin Coolidge 26. "I will honor Christmas in my heart and try to keep it all the year." – Charles Dickens 27. "Maybe Christmas doesn't come from a store." – Dr Seuss 28. “Christmas is like candy; it slowly melts in your mouth, sweetening every taste bud, making you wish it could last forever.” – Richelle E. Goodrich 29. “Blessed is the season which engages the whole world in a conspiracy of love.” – Hamilton Wright Mabie 30. “T’was the night before Christmas, when all through the house, not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse.” – Clement Clarke Moore Also Read: Merry Christmas 2025: From Klaus to The Christmas Chronicles- Top 7 Santa Claus-based movies to watch on Netflix, Prime Video, and more Merry Christmas 2025 WhatsApp Messages 31. Merry Christmas 2025! Stay happy and blessed. 32. Wishing you peace, love, and joy this Christmas 33. May your Christmas be full of smiles and warmth 34. Sending festive cheer and good wishes 35. May Santa bring you happiness and success 36. Celebrate Christmas with love and laughter 37. Warm wishes for a joyful Christmas 38. May your heart be filled with peace this season 39. Enjoy sweet moments and happy memories 40. Merry Christmas! Stay safe and joyful Also Read: Merry Christmas 2025: Where to go on 25th December? Visit these 6 destinations, this festive season Merry Christmas 2025 Images

Merry Christmas 2025. To celebrate the day with love, peace, and togetherness, take a look at the list of 50+ wishes, messages, quotes, and image wishes to share with your loved ones.&nbsp;

Merry Christmas 2025: 50+ wishes, messages, quotes, images and WhatsApp status to share with your loved ones on 25th December

A new survey shows that one in four Jewish Israelis are marking or considering celebrating Christmas, while a majority say they do not plan to observe the holiday.


Survey: 25% of Jewish Israelis considering or celebrating Christmas

Coca-Cola did not invent Santa's red suit; historical art and Thomas Nast's 1881 drawings prove the colour predates the brand. The company simply helped popularise the look globally.

Coca-Cola did not invent Santa's red suit; historical art and Thomas Nast's 1881 drawings prove the colour predates the brand. The company simply helped popularise the look globally.

Christmas 2025: Did Coca-Cola invent Santa Claus’ red suit? Busting the myth behind its origin

England's Puritan Parliament banned Christmas in 1644, viewing it as a pagan tradition. The holiday remained illegal for 15  or nearly 16 years until the monarchy was restored in 1660.

England's Puritan Parliament banned Christmas in 1644, viewing it as a pagan tradition. The holiday remained illegal for 15 &nbsp;or nearly 16 years until the monarchy was restored in 1660.

Why did England once banned Christmas? Understanding Puritan's control of the island

As night fell over the small village of Al-Quniyah in Syria's northwestern Idlib countryside, the sound of drums echoed through narrow streets for the first time in years, mingling with children's voices singing Christmas songs beneath a brightly lit tree.


Syrian Christmas marks freedom renewal & lingering trauma 

Bitcoin is under pressure heading into the holidays, as derivatives contracts worth about 23 billion dollars are set to expire a day after Christmas. If the buildup to the event is anything to go by, then bitcoin is not likely to get any help from Santa.

Bitcoin Volatility Rises Ahead of $23 Billion Options Expiry

Palestinians in Gaza are slowly bringing back Christmas celebrations after more than two years of war. The Holy Family Church in Gaza City gathered this week to decorate the church.

Palestinian Christians Attend Mass in Gaza Ahead of Christmas

NATO fighter jets marked the festive season by flying a Christmas tree pattern across European skies, showcasing aerial precision and alliance unity. The unique holiday flight path was tracked live, drawing global attention as NATO combined military coordination with seasonal cheer.


NATO Jets Light Up Skies, Draw Christmas Tree Ahead of Holidays 

Christmas 2025: The Giant Lantern Festival in San Fernando, Pampanga, has once again lit up the night sky with spectacular hand-crafted lanterns, marking the start of the Christmas season in the Philippines. Known as the "Christmas Capital of the Philippines," the city hosts an annual competition where massive lanterns, some reaching up to 30 feet in diameter, are illuminated with intricate designs and synchronized lights. 


Christmas 2025: Hand-Crafted Lanterns Light Up Philippines’ Christmas Capital

The Vatican marked the start of Christmas celebrations with the unveiling of a towering 25-metre Christmas tree and a life-size Nativity scene from Italy’s Campania region at St. Peter’s Square.


Christmas celebrations light up Vatican as 25-metre tree and nativity scene unveiled

German authorities have thwarted an Islamist-backed plot to attack a Christmas market, arresting five suspects in southern Bavaria. The suspects, including nationals from Egypt, Morocco, and Syria, allegedly planned to use a vehicle to harm as many people as possible. 

Five Arrested in Germany After Foiled Christmas Market Attack Plot

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