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STRICTER CURBS DURING CHRISTMAS IN EUROPE

Many European countries are toughening curbs. The state of emergency announced by the Czech Republic allows the government to order restrictions on public life. Authorities there ordered bars and clubs to close down at 10 p.m., banned Christmas markets and capped attendance at cultural and sports events at 1,000 people.  Slovakia’s two-week lockdown from Thursday […]

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10 AMAZING FACTS YOU DIDN’T KNOW ABOUT CHRISTMAS

Prince Albert of Germany introduced the Christmas tree to his new wife, Queen Victoria of England, and the tradition really took off. A drawing of the couple in front of a Christmas tree appeared in the Illustrated London News way back in 1848 and as we say today, the idea went viral. Santa has its […]

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Christmas traditions around the world

Traditionally Christmas all over the world is celebrated as the birth of Jesus Christ. But with globalisation, many non-Christian countries and families too celebrate this wonderful festival. Let’s see how the celebrations differ in different countries. France  In many regions in France, Christmas celebrations start with St Nicholas Day on the 6th of December. Then […]

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Wondering about Christmas gifts? Check out these fantastic ideas at Amazon

Christmas-styled cosy cushions Christmas brings in a lot of light, fun decorations and chill vibes! Are you looking for quirky cushions to deck up your furniture and make it Christmas ready? It is afterall, the Christmas Decor that we all wait for the entire year. Now that Christmas is around the corner it has to […]

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Don’t miss these films this Christmas 

Now that you’re all warmed up in a blanket with your presents by your side, it’s time to enjoy some family time. And what’s more fun than watching a heartwarming movie with your loved ones. So here are a few choices for you… ElfThere are many lessons to be learned from Buddy the Elf, played […]

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Tiniest treat: World’s smallest gingerbread house 

Christmas inspires creativity among bakers and artists but have you heard about the smallest gingerbread house? Yes, a ginger house smaller than the thickness of human hair!  Travis Casagrande, an Electron Microscopy researcher in Ontario, carved the elaborately detailed decoration. Using an electron microscope, the expert carved the world’s smallest ‘gingerbread’ house, replete with a […]

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10 amazing facts you didn’t know about Christmas

Prince Albert of Germany introduced the Christmas tree to his new wife, Queen Victoria of England, and the tradition really took off. A drawing of the couple in front of a Christmas tree appeared in the Illustrated London News way back in 1848 and as we say today, the idea went viral. Santa has its […]

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Christmas read: Grab your hot chocolate 

It’s that time of the year when we’re full of hope and nostalgia. The last festival of the year is here, and the year is about to end. Christmas is the time to warm up and sit in a comfy corner with a book. Let your mind wander in the magical stories full of fun, […]

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Cracking Christmas Carol Codes!

Christmas – The most wonderful time of the year is almost here! As you know, carol singing goes hand-in-hand with this festivity. But before you sing your heart out, here’s unraveling a little history  behind your favourite sing alongs and their meanings… Deck The Halls As you dress up your Christmas tree and get your […]