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A first in 100 years: Ukraine to celebrate Christmas, December 25

For the first time since 1917, Ukraine will celebrate Christmas on December 25 instead of January 7, the date that Russia celebrates. The move reflects another Ukrainian cultural shift away from Russia. [AP Photo]

For the first time since 1917, Ukraine is celebrating Christmas on December 25 instead of January 7, the date that Russia celebrates.

The move of the holiday reflects another Ukrainian cultural shift away from Russia.

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