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[Breaking News]Return rush of New Year travelers in Japan

EBINA, Japan, Jan. 3 Kyodo - Video taken from a Kyodo News helicopter shows Tokyo-bound lanes on the Tomei Expressway packed with cars near the Ebina service area in Kanagawa Prefecture on Jan. 3, 2026, as the New Year's holiday season nears its end. (Kyodo)

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Return rush of New Year travelers in Japan

Return rush of New Year travelers in Japan

Photo taken from a Kyodo News helicopter shows Tokyo-bound lanes on the Tomei Expressway packed with cars near the Ebina service area in Kanagawa Prefecture on Jan. 3, 2026, as the New Year's holiday season nears its end.

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Return rush of New Year travelers in Japan

Return rush of New Year travelers in Japan

Photo taken from a Kyodo News helicopter shows Tokyo-bound lanes on the Tomei Expressway packed with cars near the Ebina service area in Kanagawa Prefecture on Jan. 3, 2026, as the New Year's holiday season nears its end.

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Return rush of New Year travelers in Japan

Return rush of New Year travelers in Japan

Photo taken from a Kyodo News helicopter shows Tokyo-bound lanes on the Tomei Expressway packed with cars near the Ebina service area in Kanagawa Prefecture on Jan. 3, 2026, as the New Year's holiday season nears its end.

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India: Plane Takes Off Amid Dense Fog at Delhi Airport

Dense fog over the past several days has continued to disrupt air and rail travel across parts of India, with conditions peaking on Monday, December 29, when Delhi’s IGI Airport saw 128 flight cancellations, dozens of delays, and several diversions as visibility dropped to around 125 meters. Fog has affected airports across north and eastern India and delayed many trains, prompting weather authorities to issue orange alerts for Delhi-NCR and nearby states and warn of continued disruption into the New Year. This video was filmed from inside a plane taking off from Delhi’s IGI Airport amid dense fog on December 29, 2025.

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US: Nights of Thousand Candles Lights Up Brookgreen Gardens in South Carolina

Brookgreen Gardens in Murrells Inlet, South Carolina, is glowing with holiday magic during its annual Nights of a Thousand Candles event. On select evenings, thousands of hand-lit candles and sparkling lights illuminate the gardens, creating a festive and atmospheric nighttime experience. Visitors can stroll through the grounds, enjoy seasonal music, and take in the warm holiday ambiance.

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French Farmers Protest in a Christmas-style - Liffre

French Farmers Protest in a Christmas-style - Liffre

Young farmers paraded through the town of Liffre, in Ille-et-Vilaine, for the holiday season. Amidst tensions between farmers and the government over Mercosur and bovine lumpy skin disease, this festive parade could bolster public support for livestock farmers before the resumption of agricultural protests planned after the holidays, on December 21, 2025, in Liffre, France. Photo by Yannick Billioux/ABACAPRESS.COM

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French Farmers Protest in a Christmas-style - Liffre

French Farmers Protest in a Christmas-style - Liffre

Young farmers paraded through the town of Liffre, in Ille-et-Vilaine, for the holiday season. Amidst tensions between farmers and the government over Mercosur and bovine lumpy skin disease, this festive parade could bolster public support for livestock farmers before the resumption of agricultural protests planned after the holidays, on December 21, 2025, in Liffre, France. Photo by Yannick Billioux/ABACAPRESS.COM

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French Farmers Protest in a Christmas-style - Liffre

French Farmers Protest in a Christmas-style - Liffre

Young farmers paraded through the town of Liffre, in Ille-et-Vilaine, for the holiday season. Amidst tensions between farmers and the government over Mercosur and bovine lumpy skin disease, this festive parade could bolster public support for livestock farmers before the resumption of agricultural protests planned after the holidays, on December 21, 2025, in Liffre, France. Photo by Yannick Billioux/ABACAPRESS.COM

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French Farmers Protest in a Christmas-style - Liffre

French Farmers Protest in a Christmas-style - Liffre

Young farmers paraded through the town of Liffre, in Ille-et-Vilaine, for the holiday season. Amidst tensions between farmers and the government over Mercosur and bovine lumpy skin disease, this festive parade could bolster public support for livestock farmers before the resumption of agricultural protests planned after the holidays, on December 21, 2025, in Liffre, France. Photo by Yannick Billioux/ABACAPRESS.COM

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French Farmers Protest in a Christmas-style - Liffre

French Farmers Protest in a Christmas-style - Liffre

Young farmers paraded through the town of Liffre, in Ille-et-Vilaine, for the holiday season. Amidst tensions between farmers and the government over Mercosur and bovine lumpy skin disease, this festive parade could bolster public support for livestock farmers before the resumption of agricultural protests planned after the holidays, on December 21, 2025, in Liffre, France. Photo by Yannick Billioux/ABACAPRESS.COM

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French Farmers Protest in a Christmas-style - Liffre

French Farmers Protest in a Christmas-style - Liffre

Young farmers paraded through the town of Liffre, in Ille-et-Vilaine, for the holiday season. Amidst tensions between farmers and the government over Mercosur and bovine lumpy skin disease, this festive parade could bolster public support for livestock farmers before the resumption of agricultural protests planned after the holidays, on December 21, 2025, in Liffre, France. Photo by Yannick Billioux/ABACAPRESS.COM

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French Farmers Protest in a Christmas-style - Liffre

French Farmers Protest in a Christmas-style - Liffre

Young farmers paraded through the town of Liffre, in Ille-et-Vilaine, for the holiday season. Amidst tensions between farmers and the government over Mercosur and bovine lumpy skin disease, this festive parade could bolster public support for livestock farmers before the resumption of agricultural protests planned after the holidays, on December 21, 2025, in Liffre, France. Photo by Yannick Billioux/ABACAPRESS.COM

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French Farmers Protest in a Christmas-style - Liffre

French Farmers Protest in a Christmas-style - Liffre

Young farmers paraded through the town of Liffre, in Ille-et-Vilaine, for the holiday season. Amidst tensions between farmers and the government over Mercosur and bovine lumpy skin disease, this festive parade could bolster public support for livestock farmers before the resumption of agricultural protests planned after the holidays, on December 21, 2025, in Liffre, France. Photo by Yannick Billioux/ABACAPRESS.COM

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French Farmers Protest in a Christmas-style - Liffre

French Farmers Protest in a Christmas-style - Liffre

Young farmers paraded through the town of Liffre, in Ille-et-Vilaine, for the holiday season. Amidst tensions between farmers and the government over Mercosur and bovine lumpy skin disease, this festive parade could bolster public support for livestock farmers before the resumption of agricultural protests planned after the holidays, on December 21, 2025, in Liffre, France. Photo by Yannick Billioux/ABACAPRESS.COM

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French Farmers Protest in a Christmas-style - Liffre

French Farmers Protest in a Christmas-style - Liffre

Young farmers paraded through the town of Liffre, in Ille-et-Vilaine, for the holiday season. Amidst tensions between farmers and the government over Mercosur and bovine lumpy skin disease, this festive parade could bolster public support for livestock farmers before the resumption of agricultural protests planned after the holidays, on December 21, 2025, in Liffre, France. Photo by Yannick Billioux/ABACAPRESS.COM

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French Farmers Protest in a Christmas-style - Liffre

French Farmers Protest in a Christmas-style - Liffre

Young farmers paraded through the town of Liffre, in Ille-et-Vilaine, for the holiday season. Amidst tensions between farmers and the government over Mercosur and bovine lumpy skin disease, this festive parade could bolster public support for livestock farmers before the resumption of agricultural protests planned after the holidays, on December 21, 2025, in Liffre, France. Photo by Yannick Billioux/ABACAPRESS.COM

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French Farmers Protest in a Christmas-style - Liffre

French Farmers Protest in a Christmas-style - Liffre

Young farmers paraded through the town of Liffre, in Ille-et-Vilaine, for the holiday season. Amidst tensions between farmers and the government over Mercosur and bovine lumpy skin disease, this festive parade could bolster public support for livestock farmers before the resumption of agricultural protests planned after the holidays, on December 21, 2025, in Liffre, France. Photo by Yannick Billioux/ABACAPRESS.COM

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French Farmers Protest in a Christmas-style - Liffre

French Farmers Protest in a Christmas-style - Liffre

Young farmers paraded through the town of Liffre, in Ille-et-Vilaine, for the holiday season. Amidst tensions between farmers and the government over Mercosur and bovine lumpy skin disease, this festive parade could bolster public support for livestock farmers before the resumption of agricultural protests planned after the holidays, on December 21, 2025, in Liffre, France. Photo by Yannick Billioux/ABACAPRESS.COM

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US: Festive Carolers Delight Passengers at Portland International Airport

On Saturday, December 20, dozens of festive singers gathered at Portland International Airport in Oregon, delighting passengers with Christmas carols as they headed off for the holidays.

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Production of Paper Mache Christmas Ornaments - India

Production of Paper Mache Christmas Ornaments - India

Paper mache spheres are seen during the production of paper mache Christmas ornaments as the holiday season approaches. Kashmir’s paper mache items export to markets in the US, Europe, Australia, and the UAE. on December 18, 2025 in Srinagar, India. Photo by Danish Showkat/ EyepixGgroup / ABACAPRESS.COM

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Production of Paper Mache Christmas Ornaments - India

Production of Paper Mache Christmas Ornaments - India

An artisan painting a star as part of the production of paper mache Christmas ornaments as the holiday season approaches. Kashmir’s paper mache items export to markets in the US, Europe, Australia, and the UAE. on December 18, 2025 in Srinagar, India. Photo by Danish Showkat/ EyepixGgroup / ABACAPRESS.COM

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Production of Paper Mache Christmas Ornaments - India

Production of Paper Mache Christmas Ornaments - India

A Santa Claus figure is seen during the production of paper mache Christmas ornaments as the holiday season approaches. Kashmir’s paper mache items export to markets in the US, Europe, Australia, and the UAE. on December 18, 2025 in Srinagar, India. Photo by Danish Showkat/ EyepixGgroup / ABACAPRESS.COM

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Production of Paper Mache Christmas Ornaments - India

Production of Paper Mache Christmas Ornaments - India

An artisan painting a paper mache figure as part of the production of paper mache Christmas ornaments as the holiday season approaches. Kashmir’s paper mache items export to markets in the US, Europe, Australia, and the UAE. on December 18, 2025 in Srinagar, India. Photo by Danish Showkat/ EyepixGgroup / ABACAPRESS.COM

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Production of Paper Mache Christmas Ornaments - India

Production of Paper Mache Christmas Ornaments - India

Santa Claus figures are seen during the production of paper mache Christmas ornaments as the holiday season approaches. Kashmir’s paper mache items export to markets in the US, Europe, Australia, and the UAE. on December 18, 2025 in Srinagar, India. Photo by Danish Showkat/ EyepixGgroup / ABACAPRESS.COM

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Production of Paper Mache Christmas Ornaments - India

Production of Paper Mache Christmas Ornaments - India

An artisan painting a star as part of the production of paper mache Christmas ornaments as the holiday season approaches. Kashmir’s paper mache items export to markets in the US, Europe, Australia, and the UAE. on December 18, 2025 in Srinagar, India. Photo by Danish Showkat/ EyepixGgroup / ABACAPRESS.COM

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Production of Paper Mache Christmas Ornaments - India

Production of Paper Mache Christmas Ornaments - India

On December 18,2025 papier-mâché artists in Srinagar ,Jammu and Kashmir create Christmas decorations as the holiday season approaches. However, the industry faces fresh hurdles after the US increases import duties. Artisans fear that the higher tariffs will decrease demand for their products, particularly Christmas ornaments, which make up a large part of exports. Kashmir’s papier-mâché items are sent to markets in the US, Europe, Australia, and the UAE. Exporters warn that these higher costs could harm both sales and the livelihoods of local artisans.(Photo by Danish Showkat/Eyepix group)

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Production of Paper Mache Christmas Ornaments - India

Production of Paper Mache Christmas Ornaments - India

A papier-mâché vase is seen during the production of paper mache Christmas ornaments as the holiday season approaches. Kashmir’s paper mache items export to markets in the US, Europe, Australia, and the UAE. on December 18, 2025 in Srinagar, India. Photo by Danish Showkat/ EyepixGgroup / ABACAPRESS.COM

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Production of Paper Mache Christmas Ornaments - India

Production of Paper Mache Christmas Ornaments - India

An artisan painting a paper mache figure as part of the production of paper mache Christmas ornaments as the holiday season approaches. Kashmir’s paper mache items export to markets in the US, Europe, Australia, and the UAE. on December 18, 2025 in Srinagar, India. Photo by Danish Showkat/ EyepixGgroup / ABACAPRESS.COM

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Production of Paper Mache Christmas Ornaments - India

Production of Paper Mache Christmas Ornaments - India

An artisan painting a paper mache figure as part of the production of paper mache Christmas ornaments as the holiday season approaches. Kashmir’s paper mache items export to markets in the US, Europe, Australia, and the UAE. on December 18, 2025 in Srinagar, India. Photo by Danish Showkat/ EyepixGgroup / ABACAPRESS.COM

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Production of Paper Mache Christmas Ornaments - India

Production of Paper Mache Christmas Ornaments - India

An artisan painting a paper mache figure as part of the production of paper mache Christmas ornaments as the holiday season approaches. Kashmir’s paper mache items export to markets in the US, Europe, Australia, and the UAE. on December 18, 2025 in Srinagar, India. Photo by Danish Showkat/ EyepixGgroup / ABACAPRESS.COM

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Production of Paper Mache Christmas Ornaments - India

Production of Paper Mache Christmas Ornaments - India

An artisan painting a paper mache figure as part of the production of paper mache Christmas ornaments as the holiday season approaches. Kashmir’s paper mache items export to markets in the US, Europe, Australia, and the UAE. on December 18, 2025 in Srinagar, India. Photo by Danish Showkat/ EyepixGgroup / ABACAPRESS.COM

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Christmas Tree Sales - Netherlands

Christmas Tree Sales - Netherlands

Christmas tree sales for the 2025 holiday season. At the Duivenvoorde estate, people can choose and dig up their own Christmas tree, and once Christmas is over, it can be replanted. A Christmas tree is a coniferous tree traditionally brought into the home for Christmas and decorated with candles, ornaments, garlands, and angel hair, in Voorschoten, Netherlands, on December 6, 2025. Photo by Robin Utrecht/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Christmas Tree Sales - Netherlands

Christmas Tree Sales - Netherlands

Christmas tree sales for the 2025 holiday season. At the Duivenvoorde estate, people can choose and dig up their own Christmas tree, and once Christmas is over, it can be replanted. A Christmas tree is a coniferous tree traditionally brought into the home for Christmas and decorated with candles, ornaments, garlands, and angel hair, in Voorschoten, Netherlands, on December 6, 2025. Photo by Robin Utrecht/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Christmas Tree Sales - Netherlands

Christmas Tree Sales - Netherlands

Christmas tree sales for the 2025 holiday season. At the Duivenvoorde estate, people can choose and dig up their own Christmas tree, and once Christmas is over, it can be replanted. A Christmas tree is a coniferous tree traditionally brought into the home for Christmas and decorated with candles, ornaments, garlands, and angel hair, in Voorschoten, Netherlands, on December 6, 2025. Photo by Robin Utrecht/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Christmas Tree Sales - Netherlands

Christmas Tree Sales - Netherlands

Christmas tree sales for the 2025 holiday season. At the Duivenvoorde estate, people can choose and dig up their own Christmas tree, and once Christmas is over, it can be replanted. A Christmas tree is a coniferous tree traditionally brought into the home for Christmas and decorated with candles, ornaments, garlands, and angel hair, in Voorschoten, Netherlands, on December 6, 2025. Photo by Robin Utrecht/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Christmas Tree Sales - Netherlands

Christmas Tree Sales - Netherlands

Christmas tree sales for the 2025 holiday season. At the Duivenvoorde estate, people can choose and dig up their own Christmas tree, and once Christmas is over, it can be replanted. A Christmas tree is a coniferous tree traditionally brought into the home for Christmas and decorated with candles, ornaments, garlands, and angel hair, in Voorschoten, Netherlands, on December 6, 2025. Photo by Robin Utrecht/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Christmas Tree Sales - Netherlands

Christmas Tree Sales - Netherlands

Christmas tree sales for the 2025 holiday season. At the Duivenvoorde estate, people can choose and dig up their own Christmas tree, and once Christmas is over, it can be replanted. A Christmas tree is a coniferous tree traditionally brought into the home for Christmas and decorated with candles, ornaments, garlands, and angel hair, in Voorschoten, Netherlands, on December 6, 2025. Photo by Robin Utrecht/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Christmas Tree Sales - Netherlands

Christmas Tree Sales - Netherlands

Christmas tree sales for the 2025 holiday season. At the Duivenvoorde estate, people can choose and dig up their own Christmas tree, and once Christmas is over, it can be replanted. A Christmas tree is a coniferous tree traditionally brought into the home for Christmas and decorated with candles, ornaments, garlands, and angel hair, in Voorschoten, Netherlands, on December 6, 2025. Photo by Robin Utrecht/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Christmas Tree Sales - Netherlands

Christmas Tree Sales - Netherlands

Christmas tree sales for the 2025 holiday season. At the Duivenvoorde estate, people can choose and dig up their own Christmas tree, and once Christmas is over, it can be replanted. A Christmas tree is a coniferous tree traditionally brought into the home for Christmas and decorated with candles, ornaments, garlands, and angel hair, in Voorschoten, Netherlands, on December 6, 2025. Photo by Robin Utrecht/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Christmas Tree Sales - Netherlands

Christmas Tree Sales - Netherlands

Christmas tree sales for the 2025 holiday season. At the Duivenvoorde estate, people can choose and dig up their own Christmas tree, and once Christmas is over, it can be replanted. A Christmas tree is a coniferous tree traditionally brought into the home for Christmas and decorated with candles, ornaments, garlands, and angel hair, in Voorschoten, Netherlands, on December 6, 2025. Photo by Robin Utrecht/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Christmas Tree Sales - Netherlands

Christmas Tree Sales - Netherlands

Christmas tree sales for the 2025 holiday season. At the Duivenvoorde estate, people can choose and dig up their own Christmas tree, and once Christmas is over, it can be replanted. A Christmas tree is a coniferous tree traditionally brought into the home for Christmas and decorated with candles, ornaments, garlands, and angel hair, in Voorschoten, Netherlands, on December 6, 2025. Photo by Robin Utrecht/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Christmas Tree Sales - Netherlands

Christmas Tree Sales - Netherlands

Christmas tree sales for the 2025 holiday season. At the Duivenvoorde estate, people can choose and dig up their own Christmas tree, and once Christmas is over, it can be replanted. A Christmas tree is a coniferous tree traditionally brought into the home for Christmas and decorated with candles, ornaments, garlands, and angel hair, in Voorschoten, Netherlands, on December 6, 2025. Photo by Robin Utrecht/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Christmas Tree Sales - Netherlands

Christmas Tree Sales - Netherlands

Christmas tree sales for the 2025 holiday season. At the Duivenvoorde estate, people can choose and dig up their own Christmas tree, and once Christmas is over, it can be replanted. A Christmas tree is a coniferous tree traditionally brought into the home for Christmas and decorated with candles, ornaments, garlands, and angel hair, in Voorschoten, Netherlands, on December 6, 2025. Photo by Robin Utrecht/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Christmas Tree Sales - Netherlands

Christmas Tree Sales - Netherlands

Christmas tree sales for the 2025 holiday season. At the Duivenvoorde estate, people can choose and dig up their own Christmas tree, and once Christmas is over, it can be replanted. A Christmas tree is a coniferous tree traditionally brought into the home for Christmas and decorated with candles, ornaments, garlands, and angel hair, in Voorschoten, Netherlands, on December 6, 2025. Photo by Robin Utrecht/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Christmas Tree Sales - Netherlands

Christmas Tree Sales - Netherlands

Christmas tree sales for the 2025 holiday season. At the Duivenvoorde estate, people can choose and dig up their own Christmas tree, and once Christmas is over, it can be replanted. A Christmas tree is a coniferous tree traditionally brought into the home for Christmas and decorated with candles, ornaments, garlands, and angel hair, in Voorschoten, Netherlands, on December 6, 2025. Photo by Robin Utrecht/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Christmas Tree Sales - Netherlands

Christmas Tree Sales - Netherlands

Christmas tree sales for the 2025 holiday season. At the Duivenvoorde estate, people can choose and dig up their own Christmas tree, and once Christmas is over, it can be replanted. A Christmas tree is a coniferous tree traditionally brought into the home for Christmas and decorated with candles, ornaments, garlands, and angel hair, in Voorschoten, Netherlands, on December 6, 2025. Photo by Robin Utrecht/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Christmas Tree Sales - Netherlands

Christmas Tree Sales - Netherlands

Christmas tree sales for the 2025 holiday season. At the Duivenvoorde estate, people can choose and dig up their own Christmas tree, and once Christmas is over, it can be replanted. A Christmas tree is a coniferous tree traditionally brought into the home for Christmas and decorated with candles, ornaments, garlands, and angel hair, in Voorschoten, Netherlands, on December 6, 2025. Photo by Robin Utrecht/ABACAPRESS.COM

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US: Thanksgiving Winter Storm Brings Snow and Cold to Twin Cities

A winter storm swept through Minnesota, bringing snow, slick roads and cold temperatures to Twin Cities over Thanksgiving weekend.

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US: Black Friday Lines Wrap Store Despite Frigid Temperatures in Iowa

Although a winter storm brought low temperatures to Iowa, shoppers wrapped around the store in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, for Black Friday sale.

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