Page 3 - Latest Updates on Christmas
Omicron surge: United and Delta cancel hundreds of Christmas flights
Delta said its cancellations were due to a combination of reasons, including potential inclement weather in some places and the impact of omicron
 "Omicron surge: United and Delta cancel hundreds of Christmas flights")
Omicron effect: Lufthansa, Delta, United report cancellations over X-Mas
Germany-based Lufthansa said Friday that it was cancelling a dozen long-haul transatlantic flights over the Christmas holiday period because of a massive rise in sick leave among pilots
 "Omicron effect: Lufthansa, Delta, United report cancellations over X-Mas")
UK PM Johnson uses Christmas message to push Covid-19 boosters
In his video message, Johnson said a coronavirus booster jab would be a "wonderful" Christmas gift and also linked it to the teachings of Jesus Christ
 "UK PM Johnson uses Christmas message to push Covid-19 boosters")
Odisha govt imposes restrictions for Christmas, New Year celebrations
As per the order, Christmas celebrations will be limited to the churches with participation of a maximum of 50 persons
 "Odisha govt imposes restrictions for Christmas, New Year celebrations")
Yes, there is a Santa Claus. And no, Covid-19 won't stop him
That's the word from the joint U.S.-Canadian military operation that for 66 years has been tracking Jolly Old St. Nicholas on his global mission
 "Yes, there is a Santa Claus. And no, Covid-19 won't stop him")
Omicron variant dampens festive spirit, worries hospitality sector
A restaurant owner in Khan Market, the buzzing shopping and eating destination in the heart of the city, said this is their turnaround moment but it may not happen.
 "Omicron variant dampens festive spirit, worries hospitality sector")
Mizoram prepares for 150th year of Christmas celebration
People in Christian-majority Mizoram are preparing for the 150th year of Christmas celebration in the tiny northeastern state.
 "Mizoram prepares for 150th year of Christmas celebration")
Religious places in Delhi to remain open on Christmas, New Year's Eve: DDMA
The DDMA also directed the district magistrates (DMs) to identify potential Covid-19 superspreader areas ahead of Christmas and New Year
No new Covid restrictions before Christmas in UK: PM Boris Johnson
PM Johnson has confirmed that he will not introduce any further Covid restrictions in the UK before Christmas, but warned that the situation remains "finely balanced" ahead of the new year
 "No new Covid restrictions before Christmas in UK: PM Boris Johnson")
SpaceX launches Christmas presents, goodies and supplies to station
SpaceX is ending the year with 31 launches, the most ever by the company
 "SpaceX launches Christmas presents, goodies and supplies to station")
Biden to urge Americans to get Covid shots as Christmas approaches
As coronavirus cases surge in the days before Christmas, President Joe Biden plans to stress in a speech the importance of getting vaccinated to protect from the wave of infections due to Omicron
 "Biden to urge Americans to get Covid shots as Christmas approaches")
Businesspersons and several brands embrace the season of hope
This Christmas and New Year, the gifts include time, fitness, upskilling lessons, curated hampers and experiences
 "Businesspersons and several brands embrace the season of hope")
Despite Christmas truce, EU and UK still fight over Brexit deal
UK Brexit negotiator David Frost concluded: It is disappointing that it has not been possible to reach either a comprehensive or worthwhile interim agreement this year
 "Despite Christmas truce, EU and UK still fight over Brexit deal")
Warily eyeing omicron variant, Christmas revellers curb celebrations
The already beleaguered travel and tourism industry is being particularly hammered, as restrictions to curb the spread of omicron are adding to the gloom during the crucial holiday season
 "Warily eyeing omicron variant, Christmas revellers curb celebrations")
California brings back mask mandate amid holidays as Omicron cases rise
California is bringing back a rule requiring people to wear masks indoors, a move aimed at containing a new type of the coronavirus as people gather with family and friends during the holidays.
 "California brings back mask mandate amid holidays as Omicron cases rise")
Eerie calm in Oting week after the killing of villagers by security forces
The calm speaks of the shock, sorrow and tension after the brutal killing and villagers
 "Eerie calm in Oting week after the killing of villagers by security forces")
UK govt advisor resigns amid Downing Street Christmas party video row
A UK government advisor has resigned following a backlash over a video that showed her joking about an alleged Christmas party at Downing Street last year while London was under Covid-19 restrictions
 "UK govt advisor resigns amid Downing Street Christmas party video row")
Fourth Covid-19 wave in Germany could reach 'sad peak' by Christmas
The fourth wave of the Covid-19 pandemic could reach a "sad peak" in intensive care units (ICUs) across Germany, acting Health Minister Jens Spahn said
 "Fourth Covid-19 wave in Germany could reach 'sad peak' by Christmas")
In Nantucket, President Joe Biden shops, attends Christmas tree lighting
President Joe Biden appeared on the loose in Nantucket.
 "In Nantucket, President Joe Biden shops, attends Christmas tree lighting")
IRCTC announces special trains to manage rush during Christmas, New Year
IRCTC has announced to run a number of Special Trains to clear extra rush of passengers during Christmas and New Year 2022.
 "IRCTC announces special trains to manage rush during Christmas, New Year")
