Christmas celebrations around the world - in pictures

From Australian beaches to the streets of Beirut, festive cheer spreads across the globe

George Trosset Jr. and George Trosset, who started surfing in Christmas costumes ten years ago, high five each other during the 10th annual Surfing Santas event in Cocoa Beach, Flordia. AP

George Trosset Jr. and George Trosset, who started surfing in Christmas costumes ten years ago, high five each other during the 10th annual Surfing Santas event in Cocoa Beach, Flordia. AP

Dec 25, 2019

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