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Pilgrims traverse Vatican Holy Door as Christmas marks start of the 2025 Holy Year
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Pilgrims traverse Vatican Holy Door as Christmas marks the start of the 2025 Holy Year
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Penguins and iceberg-watching: Marking Christmas in Antarctica
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Christmas in Pictures: Lights and Color Mark the Season
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College Football Playoff format changes: What's potentially on the table and how/when things could happen
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John Harbaugh says Ravens won't alter play-calling vs. Texans despite potential playoff matchup
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Key findings from the House ethics committee’s Matt Gaetz report
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Empty streets and closed shops mark a somber Christmas Eve in Bethlehem
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Forget the 4% rule. Consider this new magic number for retirement withdrawals instead.
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Trump already acting as he’s president as Biden takes lower-key approach
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Key takeaways from House ethics report on Matt Gaetz misconduct
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