A Global Look at Christmas Traditions and History
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Christmas has evolved from a Christian religious holiday into a widely celebrated cultural event worldwide, incorporating various traditions such as gift exchanges, decorating trees, and unique customs like eating Kentucky Fried Chicken in Japan, with origins rooted in Christian history and influenced by cultural adaptations.
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