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Pope to faithful: Look beyond 'superficial glitter' of Christmas Pope Benedict XVI condemned the increasing commercialization of Christmas and urged the faithful to discover the holiday's true meaning as he ushered in Christmas at the Vatican.
Suicide bomber strikes Afghan funeral, killing 18 KABUL - A suicide bomber blew himself up Sunday just after a funeral in northern Afghanistan, killing 19 people, including a member of the national parliament, the Interior Ministry said. Islamist militants explode five bombs in Nigeria ABUJA - Islamist militant group Boko Haram said it planted bombs that exploded on Christmas Day at churches in Nigeria, one of which killed at least 27 people on the outskirts of the capital. North Korea hails Kim Jong Un as 'supreme leader' North Korea hailed Kim Jong Il’s son as “supreme leader” of the 1.2-million strong military, ramping up its campaign to install the young man as the nation’s next leader.
Toronto and the world at your fingertips     thestar.com for tablets Performing like an app you download from an appstore, but available via a web browser, our new web app allows readers using tablets to seamlessly explore thestar.com on Ipad and Samsung Galaxy Tab		Must Reads - Home Page Editor's Picks     Where's Santa? NORAD tracks him Santa’s piling up more than presents this year. The big man’s trackers at NORAD say Santa Claus is breaking records on social media and by old-fashioned telephone this Christmas Eve.
Business
Canada’s GDP stagnant after four monthly increases The Canadian economy showed signs of braking in October, starting off what many expect will be a weak last quarter of the year following the previous period’s rebound. Overnight deposits at European Central Bank hit year high in sign of mistrust Banks from the 17 countries that use the euro stashed €347 billion ($453 billion) overnight with the European Central Bank on Thursday, in another sign that Europe’s debt crisis is still putting pressure on the banking system despite massive central bank support.		BlackBerry email banned after work, Volkswagen tells German workers Move reflects growing concern over blurred lines between personal and company time. Canadian house prices overvalued by 10 per cent, IMF warns A combination of high household debt, overpriced housing and external economic problems are putting Canada’s recovery at risk, the International Monetary Fund is warning.
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Sports
World juniors gets NHL players betting and bragging National pride, memories and the natural competitiveness among NHL players generate debate, wagers and bragging in the dressing room. Detroit Lions clinch first playoff spot since 1999 After a decade of losing, the Detroit Lions are in the playoffs.		Bills pick off Tebow 4 times, beat Broncos 40-14 Tim Tebow picked a terrible time to run out of fourth-quarter comebacks. Leafs get their Christmas wish with 5-3 win over Isles All the Leafs wanted for Christmas was to be in a playoff spot by the time Santa’s sleigh took to the sky. And thanks to a pair of wins over conference rivals, they have accomplished just that.
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Entertainment
Trans-Siberian Orchestra: A spectacle to suit the season Trans-Siberian Orchestra amps up the Nutcracker and other holiday stalwarts. Knelman: Connecting the dots of Cherry Orchard Knelman has two close encounters with actress Judith Light on Broadway, but they go back a long way.		Bestselling authors aren’t always what they seem We share facts, anecdotes and revelations about 10 writers. Amazing quotes from the stars in 2011 Richard Ouzounian brings us his most memorable quotes from a year of 50 Big Interviews with stars.
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Living
Stories from Pearson airport's Arrivals area Mothers dab at red, swollen eyes; husbands clutch bouquets of red roses; girlfriends squeal with delight and toddlers waddle into the outstretched arm. It’s a scene that has played out thousands of times at Pearson International Airport over the past few days. Reporter Isabel Teotonio brings you their stories FED: Cooking for a crowd with dietary restrictions Yes, I have a Christmas tree (a real one) in my living room and I sent out 83 cards this year. But as a Christmas-loving Jew I’m under no pressure to engage in needless spending, social obligations, the quantification of friendships by gift price tag (okay, I like that part) or hosting.		How to safely open and serve your best bubbly With New Year’s Eve nigh, it’s high time for a primer on bubbly. Shop Like a Pro: Raise the bar This holiday season pack, polish and prime your bar with the most bold and beautiful barware out there.
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Travel
The Pleasures of Pudding From sinful chocolate to fresh berry, the Brits are bonkers for their puddings. O little town of Bethlehem A special time of year in the Holy Land.		A new option for flights to Florida Allegiant Air flying Niagara Falls, N.Y. to St. Pete/Clearwater, plus Caribbean rankings and a European poutine push. Six Things to do in . . . Victoria It's not all about tea and flowers; British Columbia's capital is full of funky cafes, great shops and lots more.
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