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              Christmas 2026

              All the news on Christmas 2026

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              The Anthony family with Baby Jazlynn at St Joseph's Cathedral in Abu Dhabi where worshippers gathered to celebrate Christmas. Victor Besa / The National
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              Churches in UAE ask faithful to promote peace and healing in Christmas Day services

              UAEDecember 25, 2024
              President Sheikh Mohamed wished everyone celebrating in the UAE and around the world a joyful and prosperous Christmas, urging harmony and goodwill during the festive season. Chris Whiteoak / The National

              President Sheikh Mohamed sends warm Christmas wishes to UAE and global citizens

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              Mince pies, which combine meats with fruits and spices, were transported to Europe from the Middle East. Getty Images

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              What is the 'hedonic treadmill', the antithesis of Christmas cheer?

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              Nuns help children decorate the Christmas tree at the Holy Family Church in Gaza. Photo: Holy Family Church Gaza
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              How a group of Christians observe a sombre Christmas amid Gaza war

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              A mall in Dubai has set up a telephone booth with 'Santa Claus' on the other end of the line. Photo: City Centre Deira

              Things to do in the UAE this week: Chat to Santa or meet Ronaldo

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              Christmas decoration in a tree at Global Village in Dubai. Pawan Singh / The National

              Most impressive Christmas decorations in Abu Dhabi and Dubai

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              The Christmas tree made use of a jewellery collection held by a retailer at the hotel to set the record. Delores Johnson / The National

              When Emirates Palace built the most expensive Christmas tree

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              Dubai hotels set for New Year's Eve boom as revellers make party plans early

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              Marie Gibb's Christmas decorated home in Dubai. Antonie Robertson/The National
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              This Dubai resident has made her home a Christmas wonderland for 40 years

              Home & GardenDecember 16, 2024
              This week brings with it plenty of Christmas markets and winter wonderland venues. Photo: Yas Winter Fest

              Things to do in the UAE this week, from festive fun to Arabic Language Day

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