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Die hard eco-warriors make their own Earth-friendly Christmas trees

All you need is some odd pieces of an old carpet or a dusty ladder.

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Light show brings festive cheer to New Taipei City

Christmasland sees a laser light displays on an 8,800 square-metre area of New Taipei City.

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Riccardo Muti conducts Christmas concert in Italian Senate

Christmas Concert in the Italian Senate with world-famous director Riccardo Muti conducting the Luigi Cherubini Youth Orchestra.

Living

Seven things you didn't know you could rent on subscription

Generation rent extends further than the housing market. Owning is out as young people attempt to ditch waste.

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Masked devils march through Czech village in pre-Christmas tradition

"The tradition is long-standing, beautiful and you can't find it anywhere else," said a villager.

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Church's nativity scene in cages to highlight plight of refugees

A reverend in California has defended the display of the nativity scene outside the church depicting Joseph, Mary and baby Jesus in cages.

USA

Electric eel lights up aquarium Christmas tree

This electric eel is named Miguel Wattson. He gives off electric shocks when he is feeding or excited.

Living

Artist saves 11,000 bits of junk to make unusual Christmas 'tree'

The inspiration came from a local petrol station.

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Germany's biggest gathering of Santa Clauses

Some 70 Santa Clauses and their helpers Krampus, Perchten and angels gathered in the southern Bavarian town of Murnau in order to parade through town in full regalia to get everybody in the mood for the Christmas season.

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Cities across world finding unique ways to celebrate Christmas

Christmas festivities officially started in Portugal's capital, Lisbon. The season to be jolly is upon us and cities across the world have turned on their festive lights.

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Celebrities open seasonal skating rink in Moscow's Red Square

As skating backdrops go, this is likely one of the better ones.

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Father Christmas performers go back to school in London

Who knew there was such training?

Living

6 sustainable beauty advent calendars to treat yourself this December

A pre-christmas treat for the skincare fanatic? These advent calendars provide a daily dose of eco-friendly beauty.

Living

7 eco-friendly gadgets people will actually want for Christmas

Upgrade your coffee game and ensure your phone never runs out of juice.

France

Christmas market reopens in defiance of terror attack

Christmas markets around Europe are open for business — including in Strasbourg, which refuses to be cowed by last year’s Islamist gun rampage.

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A million lights illuminate London's Royal Botanical Gardens

London’s Kew Gardens welcomes festive season with dramatic light show

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Opulent €135,000 Christmas tree unveiled in Copenhagen

It's covered in 3,000 crystals.

Green News

How to take plastic out of your decorations

It takes just a few small steps to make big changes, and you can try it this Christmas.

United Kingdom

The John Lewis Christmas advert 2019 is here

Retailer John Lewis has released its annual Christmas advert, marking the beginning of the festive season for many in the UK.

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Stars promote new film 'Last Christmas' in central London

The stars and director of new film "Last Christmas" helped light up festive decorations in central London's fashionable shopping district Covent Garden on Tuesday (November 12).