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Pope prays for South Sudan, Syria on first Christmas

Pope Francis on Wednesday called for humanitarian aid access in Syria and "social harmony" in South Sudan on his first Christmas in the Vatican after months of shaking up the papacy with his humble style and common touch. Duration: 00:46 Dec 25, 2013
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Christmas in mud as rain pelts Philippine disaster zone

Survivors of the Philippines' deadliest typhoon spend a gloomy Christmas Day surrounded by mud as heavy rain drives many inside their flimsy shelters, dampening efforts at holiday cheer in the deeply devout nation. Duration: 01:00 Dec 25, 2013
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Maoists hack two to death in Jharkhand

Simdega, Dec 25 (ANI): A couple in Jharkhand's Simdega district was hacked to death by Maoists. Although the motive behind the incident remains unknown, police were seen inspecting and interrogating people at the crime scene. The deceased identified as Kanti Aind and her husband Sunil Aind were killed by the Maoists for no apparent reason. Primary reports indicate that the couple was getting ready to celebrate Christmas and then the extremists entered their household and murdered them. Dec 25, 2013
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Puri: Famed Indian artiste Sudarshan makes 35-feet high sand Jesus

Puri, Dec 25 (ANI): Famed Indian sand artiste Sudarshan Patnaik has erected a 35 feet high sand sculpture of Jesus Christ in the scenic beach of Puri, expecting to set a new world record, this Christmas. The 75 feet wide sculpture of Jesus was made using at least 1000 tonnes of sand. Internationally acclaimed Sudarshan made this huge statute in just 3 days before the Christmas Eve and was assisted by 25 students. Dec 25, 2013
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Ashes 4th Test Where to Watch Live: Australia vs England Live Streaming Information

For England it is all about that word that nobody wants to be in a position to implement - redemption. For Australia, it is plain and simple -- keep your foot on the pedal, shown no mercy and keep on riding towards that whitewash train as the two sides meet in the 4th Ashes Test starting on Boxing Day in Melbourne. The match can be live streamed online Dec 25, 2013
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Pope Francis celebrates first Christmas Eve mass

Pope Francis holds his first Christmas Eve mass in the Vatican by highlighting the role played by humble shepherds in the Nativity as thousands flock to the historic site of Jesus's birth in Bethlehem. Duration: 00:48 Dec 25, 2013
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Pope presides over first midnight mass at the Vatican

Vatican, Dec 25 (ANI): Pope Francis, celebrating his first Christmas as leader of the world's 1.2 billion Roman Catholics urged people to shun pride and selfishness and open up their hearts to God and their fellow man. Pope Francis celebrated a solemn Christmas Eve Mass for some 10,000 people in a packed St. Peter's Basilica as hundreds of others watched on large screens in the square outside. Dec 25, 2013
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Beachgoers spend Christmas Day on Sydney's Bondi Beach

Sydney, Dec 25 (ANI): Beachgoers braved the gloomy weather in Sydney on Christmas Day, and headed to Bondi Beach. Lifeguards were on hand to assist in tree decorating and keep an eye on any keen surfers. Despite the drizzle and cooler temperatures tourists managed to enjoy the sea and sand without the sunshine. Dec 25, 2013
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US troops mark Christmas Eve in Afghanistan

Kabul, Dec 25 (ANI): U.S. soldiers stationed in Afghanistan celebrated Christmas Eve with services, prayers and hymns. Soldiers at a military base in the capital, Kabul, attended a special service at the NKC chapel, where they lit candles and thought of their families back home. U.S. soldier, Lieutenant Mark Arther Frederick, who has spent five Christmas holidays in Afghanistan while in service, said he hoped U.S. military presence brought people in the country a sense of security. Dec 25, 2013
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'Yaariyan' team celebrates Christmas

Mumbai, Dec 25 (ANI): The entire cast of upcoming movie 'Yaariyan' celebrated Christmas at the EsselWorld in the showbiz capital Mumbai recently. They were even spotted doing dance steps on the songs from their movie and even did cake cutting ceremony. All were seen having a gala time. Yaariyan' which is a college-based romance adventure film, will hit the theaters on 10th January 2013. Dec 25, 2013