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SpaceX launches Christmas presents, goodies and supplies to station

SpaceX is ending the year with 31 launches, the most ever by the company

Biden to urge Americans to get Covid shots as Christmas approaches

As coronavirus cases surge in the days before Christmas, President Joe Biden plans to stress in a speech the importance of getting vaccinated to protect from the wave of infections due to Omicron

Businesspersons and several brands embrace the season of hope

This Christmas and New Year, the gifts include time, fitness, upskilling lessons, curated hampers and experiences

Despite Christmas truce, EU and UK still fight over Brexit deal

UK Brexit negotiator David Frost concluded: It is disappointing that it has not been possible to reach either a comprehensive or worthwhile interim agreement this year

Warily eyeing omicron variant, Christmas revellers curb celebrations

The already beleaguered travel and tourism industry is being particularly hammered, as restrictions to curb the spread of omicron are adding to the gloom during the crucial holiday season

California brings back mask mandate amid holidays as Omicron cases rise

California is bringing back a rule requiring people to wear masks indoors, a move aimed at containing a new type of the coronavirus as people gather with family and friends during the holidays. Gov Gavin Newsom's administration announced the new mandate will start Wednesday and last until Jan 15. The order comes as the per capita rate of new coronavirus cases in California has jumped 47% in the past two weeks. We know people are tired and hungry for normalcy. Frankly, I am too, California Health and Human Services Secretary Dr. Mark Ghaly said Monday. That said, this is a critical time where we have a tool that we know has worked and can work." California lifted its statewide mask mandate on June 15 for people who were vaccinated, a date Newsom heralded as the state's grand reopening. But since then, county governments covering about half of the state's population have imposed their own indoor mask mandates as case rates surged with new variants. The new mask mandate will cover ...

Eerie calm in Oting week after the killing of villagers by security forces

The calm speaks of the shock, sorrow and tension after the brutal killing and villagers

UK govt advisor resigns amid Downing Street Christmas party video row

A UK government advisor has resigned following a backlash over a video that showed her joking about an alleged Christmas party at Downing Street last year while London was under Covid-19 restrictions

Fourth Covid-19 wave in Germany could reach 'sad peak' by Christmas

The fourth wave of the Covid-19 pandemic could reach a "sad peak" in intensive care units (ICUs) across Germany, acting Health Minister Jens Spahn said

In Nantucket, President Joe Biden shops, attends Christmas tree lighting

President Joe Biden appeared on the loose in Nantucket.

IRCTC announces special trains to manage rush during Christmas, New Year

IRCTC has announced to run a number of Special Trains to clear extra rush of passengers during Christmas and New Year 2022.

Festive months crucial: Govt warns of Covid-19 pandemic surge

With people getting ready to celebrate festivals, starting from Navratri and Dussehra to Diwali and Christmas, health ministry warned that threat of Covid resurgence still existed

Goa routes dominate domestic flight bookings in Christmas, shows data

Customers continue to book closer to travel date due to uncertainty over travel restrictions imposed by states

Covid-19: Politics blunts Christmas as US government shutdown nears

If the House vote succeeds, the Senate may hold its vote as early as Tuesday.

Klopp pays tribute to frontline workers in Christmas message to fans

Klopp on Friday penned a special message for all the frontline workers, calling them the "real heroes" for helping "countless people" by working relentlessly and tirelessly during the Covid-19-hit yea

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Karnataka revises night curfew schedule; to come into effect from Dec 24

The movement of individuals shall remain strictly prohibited between 1 pm to 5 am in the state, except for essential activities

In pictures: Christmas celebrations across the nation

Christmas, also known as the 'Feast day of Christ', is celebrated on December 25 every year. The day marks the birthday of Jesus Christ

Gurugram: Pubs, liquor shops fined for operating after midnight

A joint team of the Haryana Chief Minister's flying squad and excise officials conducted raids and issued challans to four pubs

7 yrs of Good Governance Day: Christmas under Modi will never be uneventful

Christmas 2020 takes place against the most miserable time in living memory, when Good Governance has been at a premium pretty much all round the world