Overview
- Opinion writers call for peace, dialogue and solidarity in a season marked by violence, displacement and economic strain, invoking examples from Gaza and Ukraine.
- Columns reinterpret Nativity scenes to examine hospitality, migration and exclusion, recalling the flight to Egypt and the slaughter of the innocents.
- News and lifestyle outlets release shareable content for celebrations, from 30 editable printable cards to 50 and 150 curated greeting phrases and kid‑focused dedications for WhatsApp and social platforms.
- Global roundups highlight distinct customs such as Catalonia’s tió de Nadal, Japan’s KFC Christmas dinners, Austria’s Krampus parades and the Philippines’ giant lantern festivals.
- Commentary critiques commercialization in urban displays and notes that rising costs keep some families from traditional dishes, reinforcing appeals for mutual support and community care.