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We know about Jesus as a baby, and as a man. But what kind of child was he?

But little Lord Jesus, no crying he makes is a line from one of my least favourite Christmas carols. Apart from being generally saccharine, Away in a Manger depicts baby Jesus as something truly exceptional – a baby that does not cry.

The Conversation

Have yourself a freaky Christmas: The strangest European folklore explained

While you’re overindulging in the festive cheer and the rampant commercial takeover of these holidays, keep these strange Christmas folklore figures in mind. Whether it’s the anti-Santa cat from Iceland or a child-chopping murderer from France, there’s plenty that’s bleak around the holidays.

Euronews

Terror, androgyny and benevolence: a brief history of angels in Christianity

Christianity began with the appearance of an angel. In the gospel of Luke, Mary is told by the angel Gabriel she will conceive and bear a son and call him Jesus.

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What world was Jesus born into? A historian describes the turbulent times of the real nativity

Every year, millions of people sing the beautiful carol Silent Night, with its line “all is calm, all is bright”.

The Conversation

“What Was The White Elephant Gift That Everyone Fought Over?” (80 Answers)

You’re likely familiar with the White Elephant gift exchange, and you’ve likely played it at your Christmas parties. This popular tradition makes such gatherings more festive, and sometimes, rowdy, all because of the swap of presents. Here are some examples of gifts that people fought for, and you’re about to…

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Everton vs Arsenal LIVE: Premier League result, latest updates and reaction after crucial three points

Gunners out to reclaim top spot in Premier League

Evening Standard

Nativity scene recreated by activists in Dublin ‘in solidarity with Gaza’

Coming less than a week before Christmas, it heard reflections that had Jesus been born today, he would be ‘born under siege’.

Evening Standard

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Everything you need to know about Christmas, and how it has evolved into a global holiday

Originally a Christian holiday celebrating the birth of Jesus, Christmas has evolved into a global cultural event

The Independent UK

Medieval peasants probably enjoyed their holiday festivities more than you do

When people think of the European Middle Ages, it often brings to mind grinding poverty, superstition and darkness. But the reality of the 1,000-year period from 500 to 1500 was much more complex. This is especially true when considering the peasants, who made up about 90% of the population.

The Conversation

Churches turn Nativity scenes into protests as immigration crackdowns intensify

Holy Family becomes symbol in anti-raid protests.

Axios

Why do so many love a good ghost story at Christmas? A psychologist explains

Christmas is usually seen as a time of light, warmth, and happiness. However, in Europe there is a long tradition of people embracing the darker side by telling ghost stories during the festive season.

The Conversation

How faith-based entertainment has made a Hollywood comeback

The trend includes a rise in confessional films and TV series depicting specific faiths, predominantly Christianity

The Independent UK

‘Evil Jesus’ who plotted to kill prosecutor detained indefinitely

Martin Ready, 43, was found guilty following a trial last year of attempting to conspire to murder Darren Harty.

Evening Standard

Christmas Symbol Explained: Star of Bethlehem Could Have Been A Comet, New Research Says

NASA scientist Mark Matney links the Star of Bethlehem to a comet, citing ancient Chinese records.

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How a homeless man’s likeness ended up on display at the Vatican

The story of art and faith, and a human tragedy, caught the attention of Pope Francis

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Could the Star of Bethlehem have actually been a comet?

The direction, distance and motion of the comet through the sky during its closest approach could have made it seem like it was hovering over Bethlehem when Jesus was said to have been born.

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People Share The Moment They Realized They Are Actually In A Cult

Human beings are social creatures, and so, we’re hardwired for connection and community. We want our lives to have purpose, and we crave to feel like we belong. But unfortunately, some individuals manipulate these natural feelings for their own selfish ends and try to trick you into joining their creepy…

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A hidden life in the era of social media can still change history, as the story of Jesus shows

I see in Christmas an invitation to see differently: God in the social outcast, life on the margins reimagined as the centre of gravity

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It's beginning to look a lot like (AI) Christmas

The rise of AI at Christmas is tied to churches trying "to put their best foot forward" during the holidays.

Evening Standard

Nottingham Forest vs Tottenham LIVE: Premier League result, latest updates and reaction

Spurs look to record third win in a row

The Independent UK

‘Bizarre’ Wolves own goals can’t hide Mikel Arteta’s fury at Arsenal’s ‘horrible habits’

Arsenal 2-1 Wolves: The Premier League’s bottom side scored two own goals as the Gunners overcame ‘horrible defensive habits’ to take three points late on

International Business Times UK

'Deranged Grinches' Wanted After Punching Nativity Donkeys, Defecating in Church During German Christmas Rampage

German police seek two vandals who attacked Nativity donkeys Max and Lily, defecated in a church, and ransacked the Erbach Castle Christmas market. Suspects remain at large after the 30 November rampage.

The Guardian - UK

Arsenal 2-1 Wolves: Premier League – as it happened

Minute-by-minute report: Two Bukayo Saka crosses forced two own goals as Arsenal somehow found a way to win against committed Wolves. Scott Murray was watching

The Independent UK

Tommy Robinson closes Unite the Kingdom ‘Christmas service’ after police keep protesters apart– live

Attendees kept apart from a Stand Up To Racism counter protest on Whitehall

Euronews

Archaeologists uncover rare Roman-style 'Good Shepherd' fresco near Iznik

The 3rd-century fresco uncovered by Turkish archaeologists is the best-preserved of its kind to date.

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