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 

China dominates the world of Christmas decorations, producing over 80% of global exports, with Yiwu city as the heart of festive manufacturing. But the supply chain is changing. India, Cambodia, Poland, and Germany are carving niches in eco-friendly and premium decorations.

Where Do Your Christmas Decorations Come From? 

PM Modi Attends Christmas Service, Spreads Message of Peace

Bethlehem: After two years of subdued or canceled celebrations due to the war in Gaza, Bethlehem has revived its Christmas festivities, with thousands gathering in Manger Square for Midnight Mass and parades. The return of public celebrations, symbolized by the lighting of a towering Christmas tree, comes as a ceasefire brings cautious hope to the region, though the impact of conflict remains visible in the city’s economy and daily life.

Bethlehem: Christmas Returns to Bethlehem After Two Years of Conflict

Vatican Gathers as Pope Leo Leads First Christmas Mass

Havana Glows With Christmas Lights Despite Widespread Power Outages

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

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